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Contentious Florida US Senate race enters final stretch

The fight for final votes
Senator Rick Scott (left) and his opponent (right) Debbie Mucarsel-Powell
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TAMPA, Fla. — At this point in the election, many people already know who they plan to vote for. But the campaign trail for the United States Senate seat is hotter than ever.

ABC Action News reporter Michael Paluska caught up with the current US Senator Rick Scott and his opponent, Debbie Murcasel-Powell, on the campaign trail.

Sen. Rick Scott joined his family outside a library serving as an early voting site in Hillsborough County.

Paluska interviews Rick Scott

Paluska interviewed Mucarsel-Powell at USF following a meet and greet with students on campus.

Paluska interviews Debbie Mucarsel-Powell

The commercial turning Sen. Scott into a snake has been a big talker among voters. Paluska asked both about the campaign ad.

Paluska asks Rick Scott about the Snake Ad
Paluska asks Debbie Mucarsel-Powell about the Snake Ad

For Scott’s campaign website, click here.

For Powell’s campaign website, click here.

The outcome could significantly influence the balance of power in the U.S. Senate. Democrats currently hold a slim 51-49 seat majority, including four independents who align with the party.