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Ex-CBS Miami anchor Eliott Rodriguez argues he is the perfect candidate to run against Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Jim DeFede , as published by CBS4 Miami
· August 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on Rodriguez's campaign, details are available from his recent appearance on Facing South Florida.
Eliott Rodriguez, a former CBS Miami anchor, has entered the congressional race in District 27. He left his news position last year to spend more time with his family but has since decided to run for office. Rodriguez is currently in a primary fight for the Democratic nomination.
His opponent is former prosecutor Robin Peguero. The winner of the primary will face Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar in the general election, a race that Democrats think they can win this year. For more information on Rodriguez's campaign, details are available from his recent appearance on Facing South Florida.
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Category: business Published: August 2, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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