María Elvira Salazar’s position as the front-runner in Florida’s 27th congressional district has narrowed amid backlash over her recent campaign ad criticizing Trump administration immigration enforcement as having “gone too far,” which prompted multiple critical posts from the president and highlighted eroding support among Hispanic voters who make up over 70 percent of the electorate. Recent internal polls show the race essentially tied or Salazar ahead by just one point, prompting the Cook Political Report to shift its rating to Lean Republican. Democratic challenger Eliott Rodriguez, a former local TV anchor, has gained visibility and fundraising momentum by emphasizing cost-of-living concerns and immigration, with the DCCC adding him to its Red to Blue program in early October. Early voting begins later this month ahead of the November 3 contest.