Florida District 27 recount: Rep. Maria Salazar wins by just over 1,000 votes

Politics & GovernmentFlorida District 27 recount: Rep. Maria Salazar wins by just over 1,000 votes At least this Florida recount ended quickly. By B. Scott McLendonNovember 11, 2026 As of Wednesday morning, Salazar had 124,474 votes (50.23%) to Rodriguez’s 123,358 (49.77%), and the .46 difference is just within the range that should trigger an automatic recount. Photo screenshot from Rep. Salazar’s X account Add New Timesas a preferred source on Google Audio By Carbonatix Wherever We're Needed. We're There. From the stories making headlines to the restaurants, music and culture that make Miami one of a kind, New Times is there. Help us raise $25,000 by December 31 to keep independent local journalism going strong in 2027. Support us today Progress to goal $3,961 $25,000 Incumbent Republican House Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar won the race to keep her District 27 seat after a recount this week against Democrat challenger Eliott Rodriguez.

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