Emily Gregory, a Democrat, defeated Republican Jon Maples in Tuesday’s Special Election for Florida House State Representative, District 87.According to the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, District 87 includes parts of Hypoluxo, Lantana, Manalapan, South Palm Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach Shores, North Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and Juno Beach.District 87 is the location of President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate on Palm Beach. President Trump endorsed Maples in the election.The latest: WPBF 25 News coverage on PoliticsDemocrats in Florida and across the country are celebrating Gregory’s unexpected victory in a district that was previously represented by Republican Mike Caruso, who is now the Palm Beach County Clerk of Courts and Comptroller.FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR NIKKI FRIED“I’m thrilled to congratulate Representative-Elect Emily Gregory on this monumental victory. A nearly 11-point swing to the left in this hard-fought race shows the impact of Democrats’ long-term investment in Florida, and now the people of HD 87 will have a champion in Tallahassee.”PALM BEACH COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR HOWARD RICHMAN”The Palm Beach County Democratic Party is thrilled that Emily Gregory has won a seat in the Florida House and will be representing her constituents in District 87.”“This success was only possible through a seamless partnership between the Gregory campaign, the Florida Democratic Party, and the tireless local organizers of the PBC Democratic Party. We want to recognize the incredible dedication of our local volunteers: those of you who spent hundreds of hours knocking on doors, making calls, and mobilizing your neighbors were the true engine of this win. Together, we are sending Emily to Tallahassee to protect renters and homeowners, fix healthcare, and rebuild public education.”FLORIDA HOUSE DEMOCRATIC LEADER FENTRICE DRISKELL“I could not be more excited to welcome Representative Emily Gregory to the House Democratic Caucus! Floridians have made it clear they want real action on the affordability crisis and while Republicans have ignored them, Emily ran a campaign focused on pragmatic solutions to lower costs, raise wages, and build a more affordable state for all working families and seniors that resonated with the people of Palm Beach County. We look forward to her joining us in Tallahassee as we continue to fight for our affordability agenda to provide Floridians with the relief their hard work has earned.”FLORIDA HOUSE DEMOCRATIC LEADER DESIGNATE CHRISTINE HUNSCHOFSKY“We are incredibly proud of the strong, disciplined campaign that Emily Gregory ran from start to finish,” said Florida House Democratic Leader-Designate Christine Hunschofsky. “Emily proved that Floridians are ready for change and ready for leaders who will focus on delivering real results that help bring down everyday costs for working families. We could not be more excited to welcome Representative-Elect Gregory to the House Democratic Caucus, where her voice will be critical as we head into upcoming Special Sessions on redistricting and passing the state budget.”“This victory also reflects the broader momentum building across Florida, as House Democrats and Democratic candidates remain more motivated than ever to organize, engage, and talk to every last voter between now and November about what’s at stake in these elections,” Hunschofsky continued. “Floridians are desperate for relief at the gas pump, the grocery store, the doctor’s office, and with skyrocketing property insurance costs. House Democrats are ready to fight to deliver the relief families need and deserve.”“After going unrepresented during this year’s Regular Legislative Session, the residents of House District 87 will finally have a voice in Tallahassee again, and that voice will be Representative-Elect Emily Gregory, advocating for her community at a critical moment for our state.”FLORIDA SENATE DEMOCRATIC MINORITY LEADER LORI BERMAN“I’d also like to congratulate Emily Gregory on her win in House District 87. She’s going to be an incredible addition to the Palm Beach County Delegation, and I can’t wait to see what she does for both the people of her district and the people of Palm Beach County.”DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE CHAIR KEN MARTIN“Donald Trump’s own neighbors just sent a crystal-clear message: They are furious and ready for change. While Trump is partying with his billionaire donors and building gilded ballrooms, Americans are being left behind and raising hell with their votes. Rep.-Elect Emily Gregory ran an incredible campaign focused on Florida families’ top concerns, from the skyrocketing cost of groceries and gas to the health care crisis Donald Trump has unleashed across Florida. If Democrats can win in Trump’s own backyard, we can win anywhere. From now until November, Democrats are all gas and no brakes as we compete across every corner of Florida and the nation.”PALM BEACH COUNTY COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 7 BOBBY POWELL JR.”Congratulations to Emily Gregory on becoming the next State Representative for House District 87. This seat was flipped from Republican to Democrat with her hard work and dedication and strong team.”WPBF 25 NEWS ANCHOR TODD MCDERMOTT ON ELECTION RESULTSStay updated on the latest political updates with the WPBF 25 News app. You can download it here.
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Emily Gregory, a Democrat, defeated Republican Jon Maples in Tuesday’s Special Election for Florida House State Representative, District 87.
According to the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, District 87 includes parts of Hypoluxo, Lantana, Manalapan, South Palm Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach Shores, North Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and Juno Beach.
District 87 is the location of President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate on Palm Beach.
President Trump endorsed Maples in the election.
The latest: WPBF 25 News coverage on Politics
Democrats in Florida and across the country are celebrating Gregory’s unexpected victory in a district that was previously represented by Republican Mike Caruso, who is now the Palm Beach County Clerk of Courts and Comptroller.
FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR NIKKI FRIED
“I’m thrilled to congratulate Representative-Elect Emily Gregory on this monumental victory. A nearly 11-point swing to the left in this hard-fought race shows the impact of Democrats’ long-term investment in Florida, and now the people of HD 87 will have a champion in Tallahassee.”
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FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA – APRIL 18: Nikki Fried, chairwoman of the Florida Democratic Party, holds a press conference criticizing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his response to the recent flooding on April 18, 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Fried said that the governor is busy fighting with Disney and campaigning outside of the state while South Floridians suffer from catastrophic flooding, property damage, and gas shortages. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
PALM BEACH COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR HOWARD RICHMAN
“The Palm Beach County Democratic Party is thrilled that Emily Gregory has won a seat in the Florida House and will be representing her constituents in District 87.”
“This success was only possible through a seamless partnership between the Gregory campaign, the Florida Democratic Party, and the tireless local organizers of the PBC Democratic Party. We want to recognize the incredible dedication of our local volunteers: those of you who spent hundreds of hours knocking on doors, making calls, and mobilizing your neighbors were the true engine of this win. Together, we are sending Emily to Tallahassee to protect renters and homeowners, fix healthcare, and rebuild public education.”
FLORIDA HOUSE DEMOCRATIC LEADER FENTRICE DRISKELL
“I could not be more excited to welcome Representative Emily Gregory to the House Democratic Caucus! Floridians have made it clear they want real action on the affordability crisis and while Republicans have ignored them, Emily ran a campaign focused on pragmatic solutions to lower costs, raise wages, and build a more affordable state for all working families and seniors that resonated with the people of Palm Beach County. We look forward to her joining us in Tallahassee as we continue to fight for our affordability agenda to provide Floridians with the relief their hard work has earned.”
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Florida House of Representatives, District 67 Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell, a Democrat from Tampa.
FLORIDA HOUSE DEMOCRATIC LEADER DESIGNATE CHRISTINE HUNSCHOFSKY
“We are incredibly proud of the strong, disciplined campaign that Emily Gregory ran from start to finish,” said Florida House Democratic Leader-Designate Christine Hunschofsky. “Emily proved that Floridians are ready for change and ready for leaders who will focus on delivering real results that help bring down everyday costs for working families. We could not be more excited to welcome Representative-Elect Gregory to the House Democratic Caucus, where her voice will be critical as we head into upcoming Special Sessions on redistricting and passing the state budget.”
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Florida House of Representatives, District 95 member Christine Hunschofsky, a Democrat from Parkland.
“This victory also reflects the broader momentum building across Florida, as House Democrats and Democratic candidates remain more motivated than ever to organize, engage, and talk to every last voter between now and November about what’s at stake in these elections,” Hunschofsky continued. “Floridians are desperate for relief at the gas pump, the grocery store, the doctor’s office, and with skyrocketing property insurance costs. House Democrats are ready to fight to deliver the relief families need and deserve.”
“After going unrepresented during this year’s Regular Legislative Session, the residents of House District 87 will finally have a voice in Tallahassee again, and that voice will be Representative-Elect Emily Gregory, advocating for her community at a critical moment for our state.”
FLORIDA SENATE DEMOCRATIC MINORITY LEADER LORI BERMAN
“I’d also like to congratulate Emily Gregory on her win in House District 87. She’s going to be an incredible addition to the Palm Beach County Delegation, and I can’t wait to see what she does for both the people of her district and the people of Palm Beach County.”
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Florida Senate Democratic minority leader Lori Berman of Boca Raton.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE CHAIR KEN MARTIN
“Donald Trump’s own neighbors just sent a crystal-clear message: They are furious and ready for change. While Trump is partying with his billionaire donors and building gilded ballrooms, Americans are being left behind and raising hell with their votes. Rep.-Elect Emily Gregory ran an incredible campaign focused on Florida families’ top concerns, from the skyrocketing cost of groceries and gas to the health care crisis Donald Trump has unleashed across Florida. If Democrats can win in Trump’s own backyard, we can win anywhere. From now until November, Democrats are all gas and no brakes as we compete across every corner of Florida and the nation.”
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UNITED STATES – NOVEMBER 2: Ken Martin, chair of the Democratic National Committee, speaks during an interview at DNC headquarters in Washington on Sunday, November 2, 2025. (Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)
PALM BEACH COUNTY COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 7 BOBBY POWELL JR.
“Congratulations to Emily Gregory on becoming the next State Representative for House District 87. This seat was flipped from Republican to Democrat with her hard work and dedication and strong team.”
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WPBF 25 NEWS ANCHOR TODD MCDERMOTT ON ELECTION RESULTS
Stay updated on the latest political updates with the WPBF 25 News app. You can download it here.