FL-24 Democratic nominee?
21hShevrin Jones's odds reached 89%, topping the prior high of 78%.
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Democrat
Shevrin Jones
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Florida
Democrat
$86.0K
AUG 25, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Live Odds
Current prediction-market probability for the candidate, updated as market prices change.
Shevrin Jones is trading at 76% to win the FL-24 Democratic nominee? on prediction markets.
Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleState Senator
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
Age42 years old (Oct 12, 1983)
GenderMale
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LocationFlorida
BackgroundEducator
EducationFlorida A&M University — B.S., Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Notable personal detailsShevrin Dion “Shev” Jones is a Democratic politician and educator who has served in the Florida Senate since 2020, representing District 34. He previously served in the Florida House of Representatives from 2012 to 2020. Jones earned a B.S. from Florida A&M University and later earned a Master of Education from Florida Atlantic University; he has worked as a teacher, including teaching chemistry in Broward County Public Schools.
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Political Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports government investment to help communities and small businesses recover, prioritizes increased funding for education and targeted relief for homeowners rather than eliminating local property taxes, and serves on the Senate Finance & Tax committee. Prefers examining government efficiency while preserving revenue sources that fund schools and local services.
Healthcare
Supports expanding and improving access to Medicaid and Medicaid-covered services, including legislation to expand adult dental benefits and increase Medicaid provider reimbursement; has sponsored bills to increase reporting and transparency for Medicaid managed care plans to improve access and accountability.
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Immigration & Border
Supports protecting immigrants and asylum seekers from harsh state enforcement measures and has criticized Florida policies that he says vilify or mistreat migrants; he has spoken against state-funded migrant flights and opposed legislation he called inhumane that would increase penalties and restrictions on immigrants. He has also pushed for legislative oversight and raised humanitarian concerns about state detention facilities.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Shevrin Jones supports reproductive rights and has campaigned in favor of abortion access. He has publicly opposed legislative measures that would restrict abortion (including a 15-week ban) and has run campaign material highlighting his support for reproductive rights. He has also advocated for protections and healthcare access for pregnant incarcerated women.
Climate & Energy
Shevrin Jones has engaged on environmental and energy issues as a Florida state senator, including hosting public discussions on local environmental concerns and questioning the potential customer cost impacts of energy legislation. Public materials show involvement in environment-related events and legislative committee activity but do not present a clear, specific policy platform (e.g., support for net-zero targets, phasing out fossil fuels, or carbon pricing) with detailed commitments. The available sources emphasize engagement and oversight rather than a single definitive stance on climate
Public Safety & Guns
Supports expanded gun-safety measures including background checks, closing domestic-abuser loopholes, and stronger school/community safety investments; has filed legislation to repeal Florida’s Stand Your Ground law and opposed proposals to allow more campus carry. Prioritizes community-based interventions and targeted firearm-safety policies while working with bipartisan federal legislation on gun safety.
Latest Candidate Updates
Recent changes in prediction-market odds, polling and campaign status.
Latest News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 15, 2026
Shevrin Jones is being discussed as a possible successor in Florida politics as the state heads into a busy 2026 election cycle. Recent coverage focuses on Florida’s redistricting and the crowded field of candidates in the governor’s race, along with broader signs that Democrats may have openings in the state. There is also reporting that Florida is advancing citizenship-proof voting measures, which could shape the political environment around his candidacy.
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Articles
NNewsweek5 months ago
Democrats’ Chances of Defeating Republicans To Flip Florida: New Poll
Positive
NYNew York Magazine6 months ago
The Supreme Court Could Still Tilt the Midterms to the GOP
Negative
NYNew York Post3 months ago
Rep. Frederica Wilson, 83, will retire from Congress
Neutral
NNewsweek4 months ago
Democrats’ Biggest Overperformances So Far This Year: ‘Eye‑Popping’
Positive
Latest Polls
Recent polling results and the candidate's current average in the race.
Shevrin Jones currently averages 32.4%, ranking first in this race, 6.0 points ahead of the nearest opponent.
Polling average: 32.4%Position: firstMargin: +6.0 ptsLatest poll: 33.1% (Aug 5 - 6)Polls included: 4
Average recalculated from polls through Aug 5 - 6.
Polling Average
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32.4%
26.4%
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
Total raisedCash on hand
$283.7K
$212.8K
$141.8K
$70.9K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$283.7K
$78.6K
$205.1K
$10.8K
Source: FEC
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