NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 18, 2026Miami-Dade
South Florida voters cast ballots in primary election featuring congressional races and Miami Marine Stadium proposal
Polls are open across South Florida for the primary election, where voters are selecting candidates for congressional, gubernatorial, and Senate seats. Additionally, Miami voters are deciding whether to authorize a long-term agreement to restore and manage the historic Miami Marine Stadium.
Read the full story at WSVN 7 News MiamiWhy It Matters
The outcome of these primary races determines the candidates for the November 2026 general election, and the Miami Marine Stadium vote will decide the future management and restoration of a major local landmark.
Key Facts
- Polls are open for the primary election on Tuesday, November 2026.
- Miami voters are deciding on a proposal to restore and operate the Miami Marine Stadium via an entertainment management company.
- Congressional District 20 and District 24 are holding primary elections with multiple candidates.
- The primary election determines candidates for the November general election.
- Mail-in ballots can no longer be mailed and must be returned to a Broward County Supervisor of Elections office.
- Voters must cast their ballots at their assigned precinct on Election Day.
- The congressional map for the 2026 elections was redrawn by the Florida Legislature.
Who's Mentioned
personJoe Scott“Broward County Supervisor of Elections.”locationMiami Marine Stadium“Historic landmark subject to a restoration proposal.”personFrederica Wilson“Incumbent U.S. Representative for District 24.”personSheila Cherfilus-McCormick“Former U.S. Representative running for her former seat.”personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida.”personDebbie Wasserman Schultz“Candidate for District 20 congressional seat.”