Three Candidates Vie for Miami-Dade District 2 Commission Seat
Miami-Dade District 2 is experiencing a three-way race for its commission seat, with incumbent Marleine Bastien facing challenges from trapeze artist Miguel “Skip” Quintero and newcomer Ernst Jean. The district covers parts of Miami, North Miami, Opa-locka, and Hialeah.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 3, 2026 —
An election for the Miami-Dade District 2 Commission seat features a contest between the current officeholder and two challengers. Incumbent Marleine Bastien is seeking to retain her position against opponents Miguel “Skip” Quintero, who is identified as a trapeze artist, and Ernst Jean, a newcomer to the race.
The district represented by the commission seat encompasses a significant geographical area, including portions of Miami, North Miami, Opa-locka, and Hialeah. The outcome of this election will determine who will represent these communities on the Miami-Dade County Commission.
Further details regarding the specific platforms, backgrounds, or campaign proposals of the candidates were not provided in the available summary. The specific date of the election and the voting process were also not detailed.
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