Potential successor to cowboy hat-wearing Dem tops crowded Florida primary
Seven Democrats battled for Frederica Wilson's safe blue seat in Florida's 24th Congressional District with a political dynasty and endorsements at play.
TL;DR
- Oliver Gilbert won the Democratic primary in Florida's 24th Congressional District.
- Gilbert is the chosen successor to retiring Rep. Frederica Wilson.
- The district is considered a safe Democratic seat in South Florida.
- Wilson had endorsed Gilbert, who was also backed by Democratic leadership.
- The primary was competitive but did not feature major clashes between establishment Democrats and the far-left.