Summary of Gov. Ron DeSantis, Charlie Crist debate in Fort Pierce

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The gubernatorial debate between Republican incumbent Ron DeSantis and Democratic challenger Charlie Crist was heated, with the two candidates arguing over a variety of issues. DeSantis tried to tie Crist to failed policies of former Vice President Biden, while Crist focused on his plans for Florida. The death penalty generated the most controversy, with both candidates agreeing that the Parkland shooter, Nikolas Cruz, deserved to die, but differing on how they would execute that sentence. In the end, DeSantis was generally seen as winning the debate, though it is unclear if that will be enough to win him the election.

• 00:00:00 The race for Governor of Florida between Republican incumbent Rhonda Santos and Democratic challenger Charlie Crist was hotly contested. Santos tried to tie Crist to failed policies of former Vice President Biden while Christ focused on his plans for Florida. The candidates argued over a variety of issues, but it was the death penalty that generated the most controversy. Santos and Christ both agreed that the Parkland shooter, Nikolas Cruz, deserved the death penalty, but differed on how they would execute that sentence. The race is still close, but Santos' lack of detail on issues such as the economy and Hurricane Ian may have hurt her.
• 00:05:00 The gubernatorial debate between Ron DeSantis and Charlie Crist was contentious, with DeSantis defending his record on issues such as disability rights and abortion, while Crist tried to tie DeSantis to unpopular figures in the Democratic Party. DeSantis was generally seen as winning the debate, though it is likely that his supporters are more committed to him than those of Crist. Early voting began in part of the viewing area today, and will continue for the next two weeks.