Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 16, 2026 —

Gabriel Hament Receives Endorsement for St. Petersburg City Council District 2

Gabriel Hament has secured endorsements from St. Petersburg City Council Member Gina Driscoll and SEIU Florida in his campaign for St. Petersburg City Council, District 2.

Hament is running to succeed Brandi Gabbard, who is currently term-limited and is campaigning for the mayoral seat. Hament’s campaign platform centers on several key issues including reducing the cost of living, expanding affordable housing options, enhancing infrastructure, prioritizing environmental protection and climate resiliency, and ensuring safe neighborhoods.

SEIU Florida cited Hament’s strong alignment with union values, particularly concerning economic security and workers’ rights, as a reason for their endorsement. The District 2 City Council race is scheduled to be decided in the November General Election. Hament is one of two candidates competing for the seat.

Story summarized from the original created by Jesse Mendoza on floridapolitics.com, see more information here.

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