MIAMI, FL – Miami-Dade County, long considered a Democratic stronghold in Florida, has experienced a significant political shift, with the latest voter registration data showing Republicans now outnumbering Democrats. The change marks a milestone for the Florida GOP in a county that once served as a cornerstone of Democratic electoral strength.
According to the most recent voter registration figures, there are now 464,370 registered Republicans (34%), compared to 440,790 Democrats (32.27%) and 429,099 independents and third-party voters (31.41%). The GOP now leads the county in total registered voters, signaling a reversal of decades-long trends.
Once a reliably Democratic base—Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton won the county by 30 points in 2016—Miami-Dade has seen a gradual Republican surge in recent years. Republican leaders credit the shift to targeted outreach emphasizing issues such as public safety, education, and economic opportunity, along with opposition to progressive policies. The Republican Party has seen growing support from Hispanic voters, particularly among Cuban and Venezuelan communities.
In recent elections, Republican candidates achieved sweeping victories in key local races. In 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis won the county as part of a broader statewide re-election victory, and former President Donald Trump carried the county in 2024. Republicans also secured wins in county-level offices, including Sheriff, Supervisor of Elections, Clerk of Court, and Tax Collector.
“This is a total repudiation of the Democrats’ failed agenda. Miami-Dade is no longer their safe haven—it’s the beating heart of the Republican revolution,” said Evan Power, Chairman of the Republican Party of Florida.
Power credited a range of party leaders for their role in the transformation, including Miami-Dade GOP Chairman Kevin Cooper, State Committeeman Juan Porras, State Committeewoman Liliana Ros, former Chairmen Alex Rizo and Rene Garcia, and former State Committeeman Kevin Cabrera. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, a longtime figure in Florida Republican politics, was also highlighted for his early groundwork in the region.
The Florida Republican Party noted that statewide voter registration has shifted dramatically over the past several years. In 2018, Democrats held a 300,000-voter registration lead. As of 2024, Republicans now hold a 1.29 million voter advantage statewide.
“This is a victory for every Republican who refused to let Miami-Dade stay blue,” Power said. “The county is now a Republican stronghold, and we’re building on this momentum to shape Florida’s future.”
