Oliver Gilbert wins Democratic primary for Florida's District 24
The heavily Democratic district includes predominantly Black and Hispanic communities in northern Miami-Dade and southern Broward counties.
Oliver Gilbert III, a Miami-Dade County Commissioner, has emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for Florida's 24th Congressional District, according to projections. This victory brings him one step closer to succeeding long-serving U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson, who is not seeking re-election. Gilbert defeated six other Democratic candidates in a highly competitive race, including former U.S. Rep. Kendrick Meek and former Miami-Dade County Commissioner Jean Monestime.
The heavily Democratic district, which spans northern Miami-Dade and southern Broward counties, includes major cities like Miami Gardens, Opa-locka, North Miami, Little Haiti, Brownsville, West Park, Pembroke Park, and parts of Miramar and Miami. Gilbert, who received Wilson's endorsement, emphasized his experience in local government during his campaign, arguing that his background makes him well-equipped to represent the district at the federal level.
Affordability was a key issue in the Democratic primary, with Gilbert highlighting plans to expand access to healthcare by lowering the age for Medicare entry and increasing Medicaid income limits.
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