Florida State Sen. Shevrin “Shev” Jones (D) commemorated his U.S. congressional campaign’s achievement of reaching $100,000 in donations in 24 hours.
“Within the first 24 hours of us launching our campaign, we have raised $100,000. Not because of special interests, but because of everyday people,” Jones shared in a video posted on X. “Because they believe in [an] America where everyone is seen, heard, and has a fair shot.”
Jones Launches FL CD 24 Campaign
On June 9, 2026, Shev Jones kicked off his campaign for Florida’s 24th Congressional District at Koinonia Worship Center in Pembroke Park.
The district covers Miami Gardens, Hollywood, Miramar, and Pembroke Park.
“I beg of you tonight that you trust me once again,” Jones said during his announcement event. “You’ve trusted me in Tallahassee. I ask them that you send me to Washington D.C. to have me fight on your behalf.”
Jones is seeking to succeed Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (D), who recently announced her retirement.
Jones' Legislative Milestones
Born and raised in Miami Gardens, Jones made history in 2020 by becoming the first LGBTQ+ person elected to the Florida State Senate for the state’s 34th district.
At the time, the district covered parts of South Broward County, like West Park and Pembroke Park, before redistricting made it exclusive to Miami-Dade County.
If Jones manages to win, he will also become Florida’s first LGBTQ+ member of Congress.
Jones' Campaign
“I shared yesterday that I will join any caucus, I will join any piece of legislation that is lowering the cost of groceries, that is lowering the cost of gas,” Jones said, affirming his campaign’s focus on affordability. “I will join any legislation that is making the lives of people better that are going through the process right now.”
According to WPLG Local 10, Jones will be facing former Miami-Dade Commissioner Jean Monestime, current Miami-Dade Commissioner Oliver Gilbert, Rudy Moise, and Christine Sanon-Jules in the Democratic Primary for the seat.
Prior to joining the Florida State Senate, Jones also served in the Florida House for four consecutive terms, being elected in 2012.
