FL-18: Brian Mast moves to Lean Republican

Republicans were convinced Mast was pulling away from Democrat Lauren Baer in September, but the political environment in Florida has deteriorated for the GOP as Democrat Andrew Gillum has taken a lead in the race for governor. There's a sizable African-American community in St. Lucie County, and the NRCC is concerned enough that it parachuted in with ads last week.

Mast, an Afghan War veteran who lost both legs in an IED blast, has struck a moderate tone by writing an op-ed in favor of an assault weapons ban after the Parkland massacre and talking about fighting toxic algae. And Baer's elite degrees and role at the Clinton-run State Department aren't ideal for a district President Trump carried by nine points. But both parties now view the race as competitive.



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