Driven by Trump’s own residency in the state, Florida has seen the elevation of key local figures to prominent roles, such as Marco Rubio’s selection as secretary of state and Matt Gaetz’s controversial tapping as attorney general, which ended in him pulling out of the appointment.

Trump's sojourn at Mar-a-Lago left supporters gleeful over his assault on the "deep state" and critics ever-more worried about a White House power grab.