Miami, FL: The Miami-Dade Democratic Party will be hosting its annual Blue Gala virtually over two nights, Wednesday, July 29 and Thursday, July 30. The special event will feature a number of political leaders and talented entertainers, honoring healthcare and frontline workers who have responded with tremendous dedication during the course of the pandemic. Presidential candidate Joe Biden will close Thursday night with special remarks for the South Florida community.

“We are thrilled to support Dr. Mara Zapata in her race for Miami-Dade School Board,” said Steve Simeonidis, Chair of the Miami-Dade Democratic Party. “While Dr. Zapata has a strong background in education, what fueled her decision to run her desire to bring equity into the classroom. She knows that public education should serve the needs of all children equally. I look forward to working with Dr. Zapata when she is a member of the Miami-Dade School Board.”

“We are thrilled to support our member, Dr. Marie Flore Lindor Latortue in her race for Miami-Dade School Board,” said Steve Simeonidis, Chair of the Miami-Dade Democratic Party. “Dr. Latortue is a force of nature and changes any room she is in— for the better. I cannot wait for her to join the Miami-Dade County School Board.”

MIAMI-DADE, FL: The Miami-Dade Democratic Party has endorsed Dr. Nancy Lawther for Miami-Dade County School Board in District 9.

Dr. Nancy Lawther is a lifelong educator, a recognized community advocate committed to expanding our children’s opportunities, keeping them safe, and restoring the value of their public school education. Her teaching career crosses state lines — beginning at Yale, then to the University of Georgia and Barry University and the University of Miami.

Rhonda Rebman Lopez’s attempt to explain away her Maduro Money exposed her to campaign finance violations

Miami-Dade, FL: - Today, the chair of the Miami-Dade Democratic Party, Steve Simeonidis, filed a formal complaint against Rhonda Rebman Lopez, Republican candidate for Florida House District 120. The complaint alleges that Ms. Rebman Lopez accepted a $1,000 contribution in violation of Florida statute 106.08 which states that “[a] person may not make any contribution through or in the name of another, directly or indirectly, in any election.”

Miami-Dade, FL: Today, the Miami-Dade Democratic Party Steering Committee passed a unanimous resolution calling for the Miami-Dade Elections Department to create drive-through and walk-up dropboxes for voters to deposit completed Vote-By- Mail ballots.

Senator Gwen Margolis passed away today, Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Senator Margolis served in the Miami-Dade County Commission, in the Florida House, and in the Florida Senate. Over the course of her 42-year career in public office, Senator Margolis championed women’s rights, gay rights, and pushed for social justice, and she became the first female president of the Florida Senate.

Legitimate, Peaceful Protest is Protected Under Our Constitution; Trump Should Embrace the First Amendment

Miami-Dade County, FL: Reports emerged Monday that Attorney General William Barr would be sending Federal riot teams to Washington DC and Miami. Instead of condemning the racist violence that started the nationwide protests, Donald Trump has encouraged division, instigated violence, and threatened protesters with shooting. Today, he urged governors to “dominate” protesters and give anyone arrested at these protests a 10-year jail sentence.

Miami-Dade Democratic Party Demands Maduro-Funded Steve Bovo Call for Investigation into His Campaign

Miami-Dade County, FL: One week ago, County Commissioner Esteban “Steve” Bovo and Commissioner Sosa called earned sick leave “communism.” Just after that, it was revealed that Steve Bovo received donations from an agent of Venezuelan dictator Nicholas Maduro. Yesterday, it came out that his chief fundraiser had a direct connection to the murderous Maduro regime. Steve Bovo sought to placate constituents by firing the fundraiser, but the damage is done.

Christopher Richmond served Party as Digital & Development Director

Miami, FL: The Miami-Dade Democratic Party announced that Christopher Richmond would assume the role of Executive Director today. Richmond has served as the Digital and Development Director for the Party since the end of January. Before that, he served as the Communications Chair for the Miami Beach Democratic Club and has been a field organizer and canvasser for multiple presidential campaigns.

Increased Voter Registration Numbers Point To Highly Engaged Local Party

MIAMI FL: The Miami-Dade Democratic Party announced today that it had grown the voter rolls to 616,553 registered Democrats in Miami-Dade County, an increase of nearly 14,000 voters since the 2018 election. Compared to the number of registered Democrats in Miami-Dade County for the 2016 election, we have grown our numbers by more than 22,000 voters.

Alerts Sent to Monroe County Raise Questions About Corrupt Carlos Mixing Mayoral Duties with Congressional Run

MIAMI, FL: Alarming emails revealed by an NBC6 investigation confirm the political motivation behind Corrupt Carlos Giménez’s county staffs’ decision to put his name on a series of public safety alerts. The alerts were seen as far south as Islamorada, which is in Monroe County and outside of his jurisdiction, but still within the Congressional District Corrupt Carlos is running for.

Declaring WWE Wrestling an essential business looks like worst kind of pay-to-play politics

MIAMI, FL: Miami-Dade Democratic Party Chair Steve Simeonidis slammed Gov. Ron DeSantis for declaring WWE Wrestling an essential business while WWE owner and former SBA Administrator Linda McMahon’s Super PAC “America First” announced an $18.5 million ad buy in Florida on behalf of Donald Trump’s reelection.

Recent Court Ruling Against Project Bolsters Case that Commission Should Rescind Authorizing Legislation

MIAMI, FL: The Miami-Dade Democratic Executive Committee passed a resolution at its Monday meeting urging the Miami-Dade County Commission and the Mayor to “revisit and rescind their decision” to approve an amendment to the Comprehensive Development Master Plan allowing for the extension of the the SR 836 Expressway 13 miles outside the Urban Development Boundary. The resolution also called on the Commission and Mayor to rescind the federal application for permitting the toll road extension, and to cease allocating county staff and financial resources in pursuit of the project.

Party Encourages Democrats to Enroll in Vote By Mail for August Primary

MIAMI, FL: While Republicans usually outpace Democrats in Vote-By-Mail, this year, Miami-Dade Democratic turnout surpassed Republican turnout in all categories of Vote-By-Mail, Early Voting, and Election Day numbers, a good indication of Democratic enthusiasm.

Event Was To Take Place on Sunday, March 15

MIAMI FL: The Miami-Dade Democratic Party has indefinitely postponed the planned Blue Forum & Fair over concerns about the spread of coronavirus in large groups. The Blue Forum & Fair was scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 15 at the Firefighters Memorial Building, in Doral, Florida, and had been expected to draw hundreds of Democrats from across Miami-Dade County.

Daniella Levine Cava, Jean Monestime, and Alex Penelas to Participate in Mayoral Forum

Miami, FL: On Sunday, March 15th, hours prior to the final presidential debate leading up to the Florida presidential primaries, hundreds of local Democrats will gather in Doral to prepare for flipping Florida blue in 2020. The Miami-Dade Democratic Party will host a Forum and Fair in Doral, ending with a two hour event featuring three leading Democratic candidates for Miami-Dade County Mayor.

Experienced Voter Turnout Organizer begins this week

Miami, FL: The Miami-Dade Democratic Party has hired community organizer and student power network program manager Ariel Sepulveda, as its new Field Director.

An organizing director for several Florida campaigns, Sepulveda grew up in Homestead, Florida before receiving a bachelor of liberal arts degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Returning to South Florida, she worked as the Organizing Director for Engage Miami where she coordinated voter registration and get out the vote efforts at college campuses and universities throughout Miami for several national, state and local elections.

Florida Bar officials state "A file has been opened."

Miami, FL: Responding to an official complaint against U.S. Representative Matt Gaetz from the Miami-Dade Democratic Party, the Florida Bar stated that it is "aware of the issue you reported and is taking appropriate measures. A file has been opened."