Florida Primary Election 2024: Palm Beach County Results
Key Races to Watch
The 2024 Florida primary election in Palm Beach County promises to be a closely contested one, with several key races to watch:
US House of Representatives, District 18
Incumbent congressman Matt Gaetz faces a strong challenge from Navy veteran Rebekah Jones in the Republican primary.
Palm Beach County Commission, District 2
A crowded field of candidates is vying for the open seat on the Palm Beach County Commission, including former state representative Maria Sachs and political newcomer Michael Barnett.
Palm Beach County School Board, District 3
Incumbent school board member Frank Barbieri is facing a rematch against challenger Ann Marie Johnson.
Real-Time Results
For the latest results on all local and statewide races in Palm Beach County, visit the following websites:
Importance of This Election
This primary election is crucial for determining the candidates who will represent the major parties in November's general election. The outcome of these races will have a significant impact on the political landscape of Palm Beach County for years to come.
Historical Context
In the 2018 primary election, Gaetz defeated Jones by a margin of 67% to 33%. In the 2020 general election, Gaetz was re-elected with 69% of the vote.
The last time there was an open seat on the Palm Beach County Commission was in 2012, when Melissa McKinlay was elected. The last time there was an open seat on the Palm Beach County School Board was in 2016, when Barbieri was elected.
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