Thats nearly 70 of the total vote in the state just four years ago. Our team is in place across florida. Nbc White House Correspondent Kristen Welker and nbc political reporter monica alba are in tampa. Nbcs mike memoli for joe bidens first event today. And nbc correspondent Chris Jansing talking to seniors in sarasota. Florida is crucial to President Trump, it could solidify a victory for joe biden. Its florida, florida, florida, thats why youre there today, kristen. Reporter its always been florida, florida, florida, andrea, youre absolutely right, and the fight for the Sunshine State is intensifying today, the fight for 29 electoral votes. Thats why youll see dueling rallies today, amidst the backdrop of our latest nbc news marist poll which does show biden with a very slim 4point lead. Thats within the margin of error. As you say, they were tied, though, a month ago. So why this small bounce . Its because hes surging with independents and seniors. Hes leading with seniors 5346 . Bu