Former welterweight UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal said he might throw his hat into the ring for a special Florida Senate election.
Senate District 39 is now represented by Republican Brian Avila, who Ron replaces Kevin Marino Cabrera of the Miami-Dade County Commission after Cabrera was nominated by President Trump as US ambassador to Panama. -It is reportedly chosen by Governor DeSantis (R). .
If DeSantis actually appointed Avila, this would reportedly trigger a special election in district 39 where Masvidal is located, taking into account the seating run.
“I am pleased with the many people who urged me to run in this special election,” Masvidal wrote. x.
The fighters then mentioned in particular the fight against “child sex trafficking.” He said it is a known fact in Miami-Dade County.
“I am honored to many citizens who are urging me to run when this opportunity appears. I want everyone to know that I am taking it seriously and praying about it.”
“I'm ready to fight a child sex trafficker.”
Five days after his first post, Masvidal again Addressed an idea Running. He said many friends urged him to run for Mayor Hialea, Florida, but he was focused on his chances of running for the Florida Senate. In Miami-Dade County. ”
“Createur politicians have done nothing to stop this terrible child abuse,” Masvidal continued. “I'm a fighter, I'm ready to fight against child traffickers and get them out of business.”
Cuba later updated his chances of running to “very possible,” saying “reflect and pray” about where he could “make the biggest difference” for the surrounding community.
According to Report By the Florida press, Masvidal in the district sees a 90% Hispanic population. Avila reportedly re-elected to the seat with a margin of 40 points in November 2024, revealing that Masvidal could have a good chance of winning, especially in the short term.
Masvidal is 35-17 at Mixed Martial Arts, the last time he fought in the UFC in 2023. He later competed in a boxing match against UFC legend Nate Diaz in 2024.
Masvidal is tentatively planning a UFC comeback in April, when the promotion returns to Miami for UFC 314. But he still has no partner bjpenn.com.
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