NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 17, 2026Miami-Dade County
South Florida voters to decide contentious primaries and Miami Marine Stadium restoration
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South Florida voters are heading to the polls on Tuesday to decide primary races for Florida Congressional Districts 20 and 24, while Miami residents vote on a $10 million restoration plan for the Marine Stadium. The primaries follow a redistricting process that has shifted candidate fields and prompted high-profile departures and new entries across the region.
Read the full story at WSVN 7 MiamiWhy It Matters
The outcome of these primaries will determine the candidates for two congressional seats and decide whether the City of Miami enters a long-term management agreement to restore the historic Marine Stadium.
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Who's Mentioned
PersonAshley Moody“Incumbent fighting to hold her seat.”PersonAlexander Vindman“Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate.”PersonByron Donalds“Republican candidate for Governor.”PersonLuther Campbell“Running for District 20; critic of Wasserman Schultz.”PersonJoe Scott“Discussed ballot processing and return deadlines.”PersonDale Holness“Former Broward Mayor running for District 20.”PersonRon DeSantis“Term-limited governor finishing his final months.”PersonFrederica Wilson“Announced she will not seek reelection.”PersonSheila Cherfilus-McCormick“Running to reclaim her seat in District 20.”PersonDebbie Wasserman Schultz“Running for a different seat due to redistricting.”OrganizationGlobal Spectrum“Proposed partner for Marine Stadium restoration.”PersonElijah Manley“Progressive candidate running for District 20.”