Official election results from the Florida Secretary of State

Jared Moskowitz, who won FL23 by 52.3% to 47.7%, is top contender for FEMA Director under Trump

Dec 16, 2024, 08:22 PM

Representative Jared Moskowitz, a Democrat from Florida, is reportedly a leading contender to become the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under President Donald Trump. Moskowitz, who previously served as the director of Florida's Division of Emergency Management from 2019 to 2021, played a significant role in the state's COVID-19 response. His potential appointment could lead to a special election in Florida's 23rd congressional district, which Moskowitz won by a narrow margin of 52.3% to 47.7% in the recent election. The district has trended more Republican in recent years, raising the possibility of a GOP pickup opportunity should Moskowitz vacate his seat. His experience in emergency management and bipartisan appeal could make him a strategic choice for the Trump administration as it seeks to bolster its response to disasters.