Shevrin Jones

The race to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson in Florida's District 24 includes candidates such as Shevrin Jones, Oliver Gilbert, and Kendrick Meek Jr., part of a political dynasty. Other contenders are Rudy Moise, Jean Monestime, Roderick Vereen, and Christine Sanon-Jules.

Florida State Senator Shevrin Jones announced his campaign for the U.S. House seat in District 24, which includes Miami Gardens, Hollywood, Miramar, and Pembroke Park. He emphasized a focus on affordability and positioned himself as a candidate for change, transparency, and new leadership. Jones, the first LGBTQ+ person elected to the Florida State Senate, aims to become the state's first LGBTQ+ member of Congress if elected.

Shevrin Jones filed to run for Congressional District 24 to succeed Frederica Wilson, who announced her retirement. Jones, a former state senator, is among several candidates vying for the Democratic primary in the district, which remains a key Democratic-leaning area after recent redistricting.

Florida Sen. Shevrin Jones announced he will not seek reelection for Florida Senate District 34 and will share his next steps at an event. Ashley Gantt announced a campaign for Jones’s seat, while Jones is pursuing a congressional district vacated by Frederica Wilson. Redistricting and political shifts are highlighted in the context of upcoming elections.

U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson announced she will not run for re-election in 2025, citing strategic considerations related to Florida’s new congressional map. Wilson, who has represented parts of North Miami-Dade and south Broward since 2010, previously served in the Florida House, Florida Senate, and Miami-Dade School Board. Democratic State Sen. Shevrin Jones and GOP Rep. Carlos Giménez praised her legislative work.

Rep. Frederica Wilson, a Democrat from Florida, announced she will not seek reelection. Her decision comes amid political redistricting and potential changes to the Congressional Black Caucus. State Sen. Shevrin Jones is considered a leading contender for her seat.

Rep. Frederica Wilson confirmed her retirement from Congress after initially denying reports. She cited strategic reasons for her delayed public announcement and mentioned divine guidance in her decision. Local officials like State Sen. Shevrin Jones and Miami Dade County Commissioner Oliver Gilbert are potential successors.

Frederica Wilson, an 83-year-old congresswoman representing Florida’s 24th Congressional District, announced she will not seek re-election. A street in Miami Gardens was named in her honor, recognizing her advocacy for education and youth development. She plans to continue public work through the 5,000 Role Models of Excellence project.

Democratic state Sen. Shevrin Jones announced he will not seek re-election for his Florida Senate District 34 seat. He may consider running in Florida’s 24th Congressional District if Frederica Wilson does not run there, while Sen. Tina Polsky also announced she will not run again for her Senate District 30 seat, prompting Lauren Book to announce her candidacy there.

Governor Ron DeSantis signed two high school sports-related laws into effect. SB 178 permits coaches to provide meals, rides, and other support to athletes using personal funds with parental consent, named after Teddy Bridgewater following his suspension for similar actions. SB 538 allows booster clubs to supplement coach stipends, aiming to enhance compensation and retain coaching staff.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly proposes creating an Office of Civil Rights in the Governor’s Office to address voting rights, healthcare access, and education equity. The proposal comes amid efforts by the Ron DeSantis administration to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion programs through legislation and legal opinions. Sen. Shevrin Jones supports the initiative, citing Florida’s rollback of civil rights measures.

Rep. Frederica Wilson plans to run for reelection despite her nearly month-long absence from Congress and rumors of retirement. The 83-year-old representative from Miami has confirmed her plans to seek another term. She is known for her iconic style and has been a legendary figure in Miami politics since 1998.