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Exclusive: Palm Beach County mayor drops commission race, launches bid for congressional District 22
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· June 10, 2026
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Key takeaway The specific seat she is targeting is the newly redrawn District 22.
Palm Beach County Mayor Sara Baxter has made a significant change in her political plans. She is no longer seeking reelection to her current commission seat. Instead, Mayor Baxter has decided to run for a congressional seat.
The specific seat she is targeting is the newly redrawn District 22. Further details about Mayor Baxter's decision and her congressional bid are available from local news sources, including WPTV.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 10, 2026 ·
Source: WPTV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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