Florida Democrat Emily Gregory has made headlines for flipping a Republican stronghold in the state's State House District 87 seat. Gregory, an 'Army spouse' with three children, won against a Trump-endorsed candidate in a special election. Her win has sparked attention on her personal life, including her husband, Lt. Col. Andrew Gregory, who is an active serviceman in the US Army.
Gregory frequently refers to herself as an 'army spouse' in her campaign and has shared photos of her family on social media. Her husband, Andrew, was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in December 2025, and the couple's three sons frequently feature in her social media photos.
The victory is the 29th seat nationwide that has flipped since the 2024 US elections, according to the president of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, Heather Williams. Williams stated that the win is a sign that voters are fed up with Republicans and that the party is vulnerable, especially in areas with high costs of living.
