WASHINGTON – The upcoming primary in Florida has several key races, with Republican Rick Scott’s bid for renomination for a second Senate term topping the list.

Scott is facing challengers John Columbus, an actor and former Walt Disney World performer, and Keith Gross, an attorney who previously ran for Georgia’s state House as a Democrat but now supports Donald Trump.

Gross has pledged to spend a significant amount of his own money to unseat Scott, but Scott maintains a considerable financial advantage in the race.

In the Democratic primary, former U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell leads in fundraising, positioning her as a strong candidate moving forward.

The Florida race presents Democrats with an opportunity to challenge a Republican incumbent and potentially shift the balance of power in the Senate.

Beyond the primary, Scott is already thinking ahead to his expected contest with Mucarsel-Powell and a potential new role in the Senate leadership.

The primary will also see contested House races, with several candidates vying for key positions.