Florida recount

Even before the recounts were done, Gov. Rick Scott attended freshman orientation this past week at the Capitol. Scott is seen here at a rally in Orlando on Nov. 2.

Politics & Government

Republican Rick Scott Wins Florida Senate Seat Over Incumbent Bill Nelson

4:22pm November 18, 2018

by Jessica Taylor

Ultimately, even a hand recount didn't shift the final margin of the race too much. Scott's win means Republicans have picked up two Senate seats even as the GOP lost substantial ground in the House.

Volunteer observers keep watch Friday as election workers at tables examine ballots during a hand recount of votes cast in Palm Beach County for the U.S. Senate race.

After Nearly 2 Weeks and 2 Recounts, Florida Senate Race Ends

3:33pm November 18, 2018

by Miles Parks

Nearly two weeks after Election Day, a statewide recount showed that Republican Gov. Rick Scott continued to hold the lead in the Senate race against incumbent Democrat Bill Nelson.

A woman sets up tables for hand-counting ballots in Palm Beach County on Thursday.

Politics & Government

Hand Recounts Progress In Florida Senate Race

3:32pm November 16, 2018

by Miles Parks

The state is tasked with hand-counting more than 50,000 ballots. Some counties finished quickly Friday morning, with official results due on Sunday. Lawsuits are still working through the courts.

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Election workers recount votes during the Florida midterm election recount on Tuesday at the Broward Supervisor of Elections office.

Politics & Government

As Florida Recount Deadline Passes, Palm Beach County Falls Short

4:09pm November 15, 2018

by Miles Parks

Of Florida's 67 counties, 66 were able to complete machine recounts in the races for governor and Senate. Official results are due Sunday, but a deluge of lawsuits could still change that.

Brenda Snipes, Broward County supervisor of elections, said she hasn't made a decision and would first consult with her family. Snipes' term does not end until 2020.

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Embattled Broward County Elections Supervisor Suggests She'll Step Down

4:23pm November 14, 2018

by Asma Khalid

"It is time to move on," said Brenda Snipes. She's facing intense criticism for her handling of vote counting, especially from Republicans.