Who Is Running in Florida Congressional District 24th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Frederica Wilson
(Incumbent)Economy
HighRepresentative Frederica Wilson supports job creation and workforce development, sponsoring the Jobs Now Act to provide funding for local governments to train and hire Americans. She views unemployment as a moral crisis and advocates for full employment to reduce the federal deficit. Wilson aims to protect Social Security by opposing privatization, benefit cuts, or increased eligibility age, advocating for cost-of-living adjustments. She voted against the Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1), which aimed to increase domestic energy production.
Immigration
HighCongresswoman Frederica Wilson advocates for a comprehensive immigration reform plan that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented individuals. She believes in treating all immigrants with dignity and respect, opposing policies that alienate or deport hardworking families, and ensuring human rights are upheld in ICE facilities. Wilson views immigrants as crucial to economic strength and has called for fairness in the immigration process, citing issues like backlogs and deprivation of basic legal rights.
Healthcare
HighFrederica Wilson advocates for universal access to quality, comprehensive healthcare as a basic human right. She supports the Affordable Care Act and co-sponsored the Medicare for All bill. Wilson opposes efforts to cut Medicaid and Medicare and voted against the 'Big, Ugly Law' of July 2025 due to its anticipated negative impact on health insurance coverage and premiums.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Frederica Wilson |
|---|---|
| Economy | Representative Frederica Wilson supports job creation and workforce development, sponsoring the Jobs Now Act to provide funding for local governments to train and hire Americans. She views unemployment as a moral crisis and advocates for full employment to reduce the federal deficit. Wilson aims to protect Social Security by opposing privatization, benefit cuts, or increased eligibility age, advocating for cost-of-living adjustments. She voted against the Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1), which aimed to increase domestic energy production. High |
| Immigration | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson advocates for a comprehensive immigration reform plan that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented individuals. She believes in treating all immigrants with dignity and respect, opposing policies that alienate or deport hardworking families, and ensuring human rights are upheld in ICE facilities. Wilson views immigrants as crucial to economic strength and has called for fairness in the immigration process, citing issues like backlogs and deprivation of basic legal rights. High |
| Healthcare | Frederica Wilson advocates for universal access to quality, comprehensive healthcare as a basic human right. She supports the Affordable Care Act and co-sponsored the Medicare for All bill. Wilson opposes efforts to cut Medicaid and Medicare and voted against the 'Big, Ugly Law' of July 2025 due to its anticipated negative impact on health insurance coverage and premiums. High |
| Climate & Energy | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson, Ranking Member of the Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee, strongly supports climate action, stating that the environment is critical to community survival. She advocates for protecting Florida's natural resources, including the Everglades and shorelines from offshore drilling. Wilson is committed to smart energy policies, such as cutting carbon emissions and boosting renewable fuel production, seeing these investments as essential for protecting the planet and creating high-wage jobs. She voted for the Water Resources Development Act of 2026. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Representative Frederica Wilson supports abortion rights, advocating for reproductive justice and access to contraception. She voted in favor of the Women’s Health Protection Act (H.R.3755), which aimed to protect the federal right to abortion and block state restrictions. As a member of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, she emphasizes the importance of healthcare privacy and individual choice in reproductive health decisions. High |
| Foreign Policy | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson prioritizes combating tyranny in Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua, advocating for their liberation and ensuring Miami offers a safe haven for asylum seekers. She believes the United States should work to reduce global poverty, raise living standards, and enhance international cooperation. Wilson is also committed to strengthening Caribbean-American relations, promoting human rights and economic progress in the region, and supports proactive development assistance for Haiti. Low |
| Education | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson advocates for robust investment in education, including expanding universal preschool and funding Head Start initiatives, believing it empowers youth and changes the nation's trajectory. She helped secure $4 million for Miami-Dade and $1.25 million for Broward County Public Schools to train mental health service providers. Wilson also co-reintroduced the Fight Book Bans Act, which would provide federal grants to school districts to cover costs associated with opposing book bans. High |
| Gun Policy | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson voted for H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, and H.R. 1446, the Enhanced Background Checks Act, which she co-sponsored. She also voted for legislation to combat domestic terrorism. Wilson advocates for an assault weapons ban, stating that only military and law enforcement should have access to such weapons, believing Second Amendment rights should not come at the expense of children’s lives. She further supports the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and co-sponsored the Office of Gun Violence Prevention Act of 2025. Medium |
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