Some say the election will be an uphill battle for Scott, who will likely face competition from South Dakota Sen. John Thune and Texas Sen. John Cornyn. However, supporters Greg and Susan Autry say he is the man for the job. "I think he can do it," said Greg Autry. "We need a majority leader who’s on the side of the American people."

Rick Scott easily defeated former Democratic U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell to win a second term Tuesday, and he will now look

Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott is hoping a reelection victory could position him for a Senate leadership role