Scarborough resigned from his congressional seat in May of 2001 after winning re-election in 

the infamous Florida 2000 election.  He wasn't given any high political  appointment in the Bush 

Administration as payback, but he was the Florida point man for George W. Bush during the 

2000 election in Florida, appearing on numerous talk shows throughout the recount ordeal. His 

resignation came as surprise to most people here in nw Florida as Scarborough was making 

noises in early 2000 to run for a Senate seat. He gave the reason that he wanted to resign to 

spend more time with his two boys.  Scarborough has said in statements that he was in discussion 

with CNN to possibly host a political talk show. The special election primaries, held  earlier this 

month, added a large cost to taxpayers.  The final election has yet to be held.