NewsWLRN — South Florida NPR (Government & Politics)August 19, 2026Miami-Dade
Eliott Rodriguez wins Democratic nomination for Florida's 27th Congressional District
Former television anchor Eliott Rodriguez secured the Democratic nomination to challenge incumbent Republican Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar in the November general election. This result sets up a contest for the seat representing Florida's 27th congressional district.
Read the full story at WLRN — South Florida NPR (Government & Politics)Why It Matters
Residents of Florida's 27th congressional district will choose between María Elvira Salazar and challenger Eliott Rodriguez in the November election to determine who represents them in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Key Facts
- Eliott Rodriguez won the Democratic nomination for Florida's 27th congressional district.
- María Elvira Salazar is the current three-term Republican incumbent for the district.
- The general election for this seat is scheduled for November.
- Eliott Rodriguez is a former Miami television news anchor.
Who's Mentioned
locationFlorida's 27th congressional district“The electoral district where the contest is taking place.”locationFlorida's 27th district“Congressional district in Miami-Dade County”personV. Michael Arias“Former Republican primary opponent”personEliott Rodriguez“Democratic nominee for Florida's 27th Congressional District”personRobin Peguero“Former Democratic primary opponent”personMaría Elvira Salazar“Incumbent Republican Congresswoman for Florida's 27th District”personDonald Trump“Former President and political figure”