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Frederica Wilson taps Oliver Gilbert to carry her torch in Florida's District 24

Wilson endorsed Oliver Gilbert as her preferred successor in Florida’s 24th District.

Frederica Wilson taps Oliver Gilbert to carry her torch in Florida's District 24
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Outgoing Rep. Frederica Wilson endorsed Miami-Dade Commissioner Oliver Gilbert to succeed her in Florida’s 24th District, giving him a boost in a crowded Democratic primary. Gilbert emphasized affordability in his remarks and criticized President Donald Trump’s spending.

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ALSO MENTIONED  Carrie Meek, Late former congresswoman and Kendrick Meek Jr.’s grandmother; Daniella Levine Cava, Miami-Dade mayor who endorsed Gilbert; Kendrick Meek Jr., Attorney and candidate for the seat; Marshall L. Davis Sr., Managing director and candidate for the seat; Rudy Moise, Attorney, doctor, and candidate for the seat

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Frederica Wilson Endorses Oliver Gilbert for Florida's 24th District Seat

Frederica Wilson endorsed Oliver Gilbert to succeed her in Florida’s 24th Congressional District. Center outlets pair the endorsement with a rival candidate’s argument that voters, not political power brokers, should decide the race; the other reports emphasize Gilbert’s boost in a crowded primary and his remarks on affordability and President Trump’s spending.

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