Rubio Wins Re-Election In Florida

The race was seen as essential to Rubio’s future in politics. Murphy had mocked Rubio’s pledge to serve out a six-year term if re-elected, suggesting instead he’d seek another presidential bid in 2020. Murphy is a fresh-faced congressman who ran against Rubio, who had nearly 100 percent name recognition.

Sen. Marco Rubio won at least one election this year.

The Florida Republican successfully defended his Senate seat in a heated race against Democratic challenger Rep. Patrick Murphy, The Associated Press projects.

Coming into Election Day, the Rothenberg & Gonzales Political Report/Roll Call rated the race Leans Republican.

After dropping out of the presidential race in March, the Florida Republican ran for his old seat.

The race was seen as essential to Rubio’s future in politics. Murphy had mocked Rubio’s pledge to serve out a six-year term if re-elected, suggesting instead he’d seek another presidential bid in 2020.

Murphy had been seen as having a shot at capturing the seat that would…

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