Miami Cancels November Election, Likely Setting Legal Battle With State

Miami Cancels November Election, Likely Setting Legal Battle With State

Michael Costeines
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June 28, 2025
Miami Commissioners voted 3-2 on Thursday to cancel the city's 2025 mayoral election and move it to November 2026. Commissioners Christine King, Ralph Rosado, and Damian Pardo voted in favor, while Joe Carollo and Miguel Gabela voted against. The controversial measure essentially gives Miami Mayor Francis Suarez and City Commissioners an extra year in office. […]
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Rosado Beat Regalado for Miami City Commission, But did Carrollo Have a VBM Play in the Race?

Rosado Beat Regalado for Miami City Commission, But did Carrollo Have a VBM Play in the Race?

Javier Manjarres
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June 4, 2025
MIAMI — June 4, 2025 — In the wake of Tuesday’s special election for Miami’s District 4 seat, serious concerns have emerged surrounding the dramatic disparity in vote-by-mail (VBM) returns that powered Ralph Rosado to victory over Jose Francisco Regalado. Rosado defeated Regalado with 55.13% of the vote (2,938 votes to 2,391), but a deeper […]
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Ralph Rosado Wins Miami City Commission District 4 Special Election

Ralph Rosado Wins Miami City Commission District 4 Special Election

Michael Costeines
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June 4, 2025
Miami City Commission candidate Ralph "Rafeal" Rosado and his campaign team consisting of Jesse Manzano of Berthier Strategies, defeated opponent Jose Francisco Regalado in the District 4 special election on Tuesday night. Rosado received 55% of the vote to Regalado's 45% with all precincts reporting. Rosado is a Miami native with prior experience as City Manager […]
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Jose Regalado Skips Silver Bluff Debate While Ralph Rosado Shows Up for Voters

Jose Regalado Skips Silver Bluff Debate While Ralph Rosado Shows Up for Voters

Javier Manjarres
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May 15, 2025
MIAMI, FL — In a telling moment of contrast, City Commission candidate Jose Regalado was a no-show at a candidate forum hosted this week by the Silver Bluff Homeowners Association — leaving residents without answers and raising further questions about his approach to campaigning and transparency. His opponent, Ralph Rosado, attended and engaged directly with […]
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Miami Young Republicans Endorsements Declared Invalid by State and National GOP Affiliates

Miami Young Republicans Endorsements Declared Invalid by State and National GOP Affiliates

Javier Manjarres
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May 15, 2025
MIAMI, FL — Endorsements recently issued by the Miami Young Republicans (Miami YR) are not valid and do not represent the official position of any recognized Republican Party organization, according to a letter released by the Florida Young Republicans (Florida YR) and supported by the Young Republican National Federation (YRNF). The controversy stems from the fact that, in 2022, […]
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Miami Young Republicans Back Jose Regalado for Miami Commission Seat

Miami Young Republicans Back Jose Regalado for Miami Commission Seat

Michael Costeines
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May 12, 2025
The Miami Young Republicans have endorsed Jose Francisco Regalado for City of Miami Commissioner, District 4. "As Miami faces critical decisions about safety, infrastructure, and accountability, the Miami YRs are standing behind a proven public servant who embodies steady, solutions-focused leadership," the Miami Young Republicans said. The Miami Young Republicans (MYR) added Regalado's "executive experience […]
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Miami Police Union Endorses Rosado for City Commission, Not Regalado

Miami Police Union Endorses Rosado for City Commission, Not Regalado

Javier Manjarres
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May 12, 2025
In yet another bizarre twist in Miami politics, candidate Jose Regalado is telling voters he’s endorsed by the Miami Police — despite the fact that the union representing City of Miami police officers, the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), has officially endorsed his opponent, Ralph “Rafael” Rosado, in the District 4 race. Regalado has been […]
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AFSCME Local 1907 Endorses Ralph Rosado for City of Miami Commissioner, District 4

AFSCME Local 1907 Endorses Ralph Rosado for City of Miami Commissioner, District 4

Javier Manjarres
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May 8, 2025
MIAMI, FL – The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1907, representing hundreds of City of Miami workers, has officially endorsed Ralph Rosado for City Commissioner in District 4. AFSCME Local 1907’s endorsement underscores Rosado’s lifelong commitment to public service and his strong support for working families and the frontline workers […]
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Miami Fraternal Order of Police Backs Ralph Rosado for Miami Commission Seat

Miami Fraternal Order of Police Backs Ralph Rosado for Miami Commission Seat

Michael Costeines
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May 5, 2025
The City of Miami Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge #20 recently announced that it's backing Ralph Rosado for Miami's District 4 commission seat, which is currently vacant. The Miami FOP is one of the more respected organizations advocating for law enforcement professionals in the area. "I am honored to receive the endorsement of the […]
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City of Miami District 4 Special Election Set for June 3: A New Chapter Begins

City of Miami District 4 Special Election Set for June 3: A New Chapter Begins

Javier Manjarres
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April 29, 2025
The City of Miami is preparing for a pivotal special election on June 3, 2025, to fill the vacant District 4 commission seat following the passing of longtime Commissioner Manolo Reyes. District 4 covers key neighborhoods such as Coral Gate, Shenandoah, and Flagami—areas at the heart of Miami’s diverse and historic community fabric. The decision […]
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