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Salazar's Trump criticism ad draws fire from Democratic challenger Rodriguez

Rodriguez says Republican incumbent's immigration ad shows desperation in Florida's 27th District race.

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What to know

  • Republican incumbent Salazar broke with Trump on immigration enforcement in a new ad, a notable position for her district.
  • Democratic challenger Rodriguez interpreted the ad as a sign of weakness rather than principle, claiming it reflects electoral fear.
  • The exchange highlights tension within the GOP on Trump's immigration policies ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Maria Elvira SalazarMaria Elvira Salazar Republican Rep., Florida's 27th DistrictEliott Rodriguez Democratic challenger, former CBS Miami anchorPresident TrumpPresident Trump Subject of immigration enforcement criticism

Salazar's Trump criticism ad draws fire from Democratic challenger Rodriguez
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    Rodriguez attacks Salazar's ad as sign of fear

    Democratic challenger Eliott Rodriguez appeared on CBS News' "The Takeout" to criticize Salazar's advertisement, framing it as a measure of her vulnerability heading into the election.

    “It shows how scared she is…”
    — Eliott Rodriguez
  2. background

    Salazar releases ad criticizing Trump's immigration enforcement — Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, who holds Florida's 27th Congressional District, released an advertisement stating that President Trump's immigration enforcement has gone way too far.