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Peter SchorschJanuary 9, 2018

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Democrat Javier Fernandez launched his bid for the open Miami-based House District 114 seat by raising more than $78,000 in the first month of his campaign. In addition to this notable start, Fernandez, a 42-year-old attorney and former Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Miami, also qualified by petition for the special election to […]

Peter SchorschJanuary 3, 2018

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Andrew Vargas added another $18,500 to his campaign account last month, giving him a commanding lead over Republican primary rival Jose Pazos in the special election for House District 114. Seven weeks out from the Feb. 20 special primary election, Vargas has raised a total of $154,823 for his campaign while Pazos has a to […]

Ana CeballosNovember 14, 2017

Javier Fernandez, a 42-year-old South Miami attorney, filed his candidacy on Tuesday to represent House District 114, and replace Daisy Baez. Baez resigned from the Legislature this month after a House investigation into and even criminal case over her residency. “I’m excited for this opportunity to bring much-needed change to Tallahassee, where priorities have become […]

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Democrat Javier Fernandez reports solid start in HD 114 money race

Andrew Vargas adds to money lead in GOP primary for HD 114

Javier Fernandez files for Daisy Baez’s House seat