NewsWFLA News Channel 8October 24, 2026Hillsborough County
Donald Trump casts early midterm ballot in West Palm Beach, Florida
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President Donald Trump cast his ballot early in the midterm elections in West Palm Beach, Florida, stating he voted for all Republicans. Following his vote, he spoke at a Georgia rally and addressed various political and foreign policy topics with reporters.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8Why It Matters
The sitting president's public participation in early voting highlights election administration procedures and serves as a campaign stop ahead of upcoming state and federal races.
Key Facts
- President Donald Trump cast his early midterm ballot at the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections office in West Palm Beach, Florida.
- Trump stated that he voted for all Republicans on his ballot.
- Following his vote, Trump traveled to speak at a rally in Georgia.
- Trump defended a campaign ad by Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy that featured the estranged mother of Democratic rival Dr. Amy Acton.
- Trump stated he instructed his administration to file a lawsuit to block certification of the U.S. Senate race in Alaska if Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan loses due to the inclusion of a second candidate named Dan Sullivan on the ballot.
- Trump commented on the war in Iran, suggesting potential outcomes including a deal or military finish.
- Melania Trump brokered a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the city of Oleshky to allow humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations.
- In Florida, Trump has endorsed Republican Rep. Byron Donalds to succeed term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis.
- Trump is campaigning for Republican Sen. Ashley Moody, who is running for Marco Rubio's former Senate term against Angie Nixon.
Who's Mentioned
PersonRon DeSantis“Term-limited Governor of Florida.”PersonAngie Nixon“Progressive state lawmaker running for Senate.”locationFlorida“State where the voting and several endorsements took place.”locationWest Palm Beach“City where Donald Trump cast his ballot.”PersonMelania Trump“First lady accompanying Donald Trump to the polling location.”PersonDonald Trump“President casting an early midterm ballot in Florida.”locationOleshky“Russian-occupied Ukrainian city where a ceasefire was brokered.”locationAlaska“State associated with a U.S. Senate race lawsuit.”PersonMarco Rubio“Former U.S. Senator whose former seat is being contested.”PersonByron Donalds“Republican Representative endorsed by Trump in Florida.”PersonDr. Amy Acton“Democratic rival mentioned in relation to a campaign ad.”locationGeorgia“State where Trump spoke at a rally.”PersonDavid Jolly“Candidate running for office in Florida.”locationIran“Country referenced regarding ongoing conflict.”PersonDan Sullivan“Republican Senator from Alaska.”PersonVivek Ramaswamy“Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate.”locationRussia“Country involved in the conflict in Ukraine.”PersonAshley Moody“Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate in Florida.”OrganizationPalm Beach County Supervisor of Elections office“Polling location in West Palm Beach.”locationUkraine“Country where a ceasefire was negotiated.”