Ryan Nicol
A new Spanish-language ad supporting Gov. Rick Scott‘s bid for the U.S. Senate is out, arguing Scott will be a better fighter for Florida than his Democratic opponent, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson.
The ad, released by the Rick Scott for Florida campaign, is titled “Fight For You.” The 30-second spot will be airing on both television and digital platforms.
The Scott team attempts to tout the work the Governor has done for Puerto Ricans following Hurricane Maria, while also doubting Nelson’s ability to deliver for the state.
“Bill Nelson attacks Rick Scott for working with President [Donald] Trump,” says the ad’s narrator in Spanish.
“Here are the facts: Rick Scott has visited Puerto Rico eight times and works with Republicans and Democrats to help Puerto Rico. Rick Scott has confronted President Trump when he disagrees with him.
“Bill Nelson: Weak, confronts no one and only shows up on election time. Scott is recognized for the way he aided the victims of the hurricane. Who will fight for you? With your vote, you’ll decide.”
Here, Scott is again using a Spanish-language spot to attempt to distance himself from President Trump. Scott is also attempting to shore up support among Puerto Ricans, as previous polling has showed him ahead among the group.
Nelson and Scott have gone back and forth over their respective responses to last year’s storm. And while Nelson secured the endorsement of Puerto Rico’s Governor, Scott had also been endorsed by dozens of the island’s officials.
The Democrat’s position in the polls has improved as well in recent weeks, with a Quinnipiac survey released Monday showing Nelson ahead of Scott by 6 percentage points.
