Grant Miller Meets with Eliott Rodriguez, Potential Candidate for 27th Congressional District

Community Newspapers covers the meeting between the local journalist and the potential political candidate.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Grant Miller, a journalist with Miami Community Newspapers, recently sat down with Eliott Rodriguez, a potential candidate for the 27th Congressional District in Florida. The meeting was covered in a video published on the Community Newspapers YouTube channel, providing insight into Rodriguez's background and policy positions as he considers a run for the seat.

Why it matters

The 27th Congressional District race is expected to be highly competitive, with the seat currently held by a retiring incumbent. Rodriguez's potential candidacy could shake up the race, and Community Newspapers' coverage gives local readers an early look at one of the potential contenders.

The details

In the video, Miller and Rodriguez discuss the candidate's background, including his experience in local government and as a small business owner. Rodriguez also touches on key policy issues he would focus on if elected, such as economic development, education, and healthcare.

  • The video was published on the Community Newspapers YouTube channel on February 24, 2026.

The players

Grant Miller

A journalist with Miami Community Newspapers who conducted the interview with Eliott Rodriguez.

Eliott Rodriguez

A potential candidate for the 27th Congressional District in Florida, who met with Grant Miller to discuss his potential run for the seat.

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What they’re saying

“As a small business owner and community leader, I understand the challenges facing our district. If elected, I will work tirelessly to create jobs, improve our schools, and ensure access to affordable healthcare.”

— Eliott Rodriguez (Community Newspapers)

What’s next

Rodriguez is expected to make a decision on whether to run for the 27th Congressional District seat in the coming months, with an announcement likely in the spring of 2026.

The takeaway

The meeting between Grant Miller and Eliott Rodriguez provides an early glimpse into the potential 27th Congressional District race, giving local readers a chance to learn about one of the potential candidates and the issues he would focus on if elected.