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Former Hillsborough County Commissioner Kimberly Overman joins congressional race in Florida’s District 15

She’s one of four candidates already in the primary.

by Alisha Durosier September 9, 2025September 12, 2025

Former Hillsborough County Commissioner Kimberly Overman has joined the roster of Democrats challenging incumbent Republican Rep. Laura Lee for Florida’s District 15 seat.

Tampa Bay congress members lead Florida Republican support of Big Beautiful Bill

Vern Buchanan, Anna Paulina Luna and Laurel Lee urged Congress to pass the bill on behalf of Floridians. Eight Florida House Republicans did not sign the letter.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix June 30, 2025August 1, 2025

Ballot guide 2024: FEMA votes are the last straw for Tampa Bay’s failed GOP congresspeople

Gus Bilirakis, Laurel Lee, and Anna Paulina Luna should have to pay for their decisions.

by Ray Roa October 24, 2024November 2, 2024

Could Tampa Bay’s Congressional District 15 race be competitive this fall?

The seat leans Republican and is held by GOP incumbent Laurel Lee

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix August 27, 2024October 14, 2024

Laurel Lee wins Republican nomination over Jackie Toledo and Kelli Stargel in new Tampa Bay District 15

DeSantis didn’t make endorsements in this year’s congressional primaries, but Lee tied herself to her former boss.

by Jim Rosica and News Service of Florida August 24, 2022November 2, 2024

Florida secretary of state says redistricting lawsuit should be put on hold

The motion said “all three branches of the state government are currently addressing and will address reapportionment.”

by Jim Saunders and News Service of Florida April 4, 2022August 3, 2023