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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade

The Venue Fort Lauderdale cancels rally featuring Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib following public outcry

The Venue Fort Lauderdale canceled a scheduled political rally featuring U.S. Representative Rashida Tlaib after public backlash and concerns regarding security protocols. Organizers, including the Florida Youth Justice Coalition, have moved the event to a private location.

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Why It Matters

The cancellation highlights internal tensions within the Democratic Party regarding progressive candidates and the influence of the Democratic Socialists of America in local Florida elections.

Key Facts

  • The Venue Fort Lauderdale canceled the 'Chomp the Oligarchy: Get out the Vote Rally' scheduled for Friday night.
  • The event was organized by the Florida Youth Justice Coalition and Gen-Z For Change.
  • The venue cited 'increased security concerns' and a lack of prior notification regarding the attendance of Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib as reasons for the cancellation.
  • The venue stated it is Jewish-owned and operated, but denied the cancellation was a political statement.
  • Organizers are moving the event to a private location shared only with confirmed attendees.
  • The rally was intended to support progressive candidates, including Oliver Larkin, who is challenging incumbent Jared Moskowitz.
  • State Representative Michael Gottlieb publicly criticized the event, labeling the organizers as 'strongly pro-Palestinian/anti-Israel'.
  • The Venue's attorney stated they were unaware of Tlaib's participation until less than 24 hours before the event.

Who's Mentioned

personRussell Cormican“Attorney representing The Venue Fort Lauderdale.”personOliver Larkin“Candidate for Congress supported by the Democratic Socialists of America.”personJared Moskowitz“Florida Democratic Representative for the 25th District.”personRashida Tlaib“U.S. Representative from Michigan and featured speaker at the rally.”organizationGen-Z For Change“Organizer of the rally.”organizationThe Venue Fort Lauderdale“Event venue that canceled the rally.”organizationDemocratic Socialists of America“Political organization associated with the rally speakers and candidates.”organizationFlorida Youth Justice Coalition“Organizer of the rally.”personMichael Gottlieb“Florida State Representative who publicly criticized the event.”