María Salazar
RSé que para muchas familias en Miami, cada vez cuesta más hacer rendir el cheque. Por eso he trabajado en resultados concretos: mi RESIDE Act ya es ley para ayudar a crear más vivienda, aseguré $3.5 millones para 60 apartamentos asequibles para nuestros adultos mayores, y apoyé alivio fiscal sobre las propinas y las horas extras. No son promesas. Son resultados. Y voy a seguir trabajando para que más de tu dinero se quede contigo.
I know how hard families in Miami are working just to keep up with the cost of living. That’s why I’ve focused on one thing: making it easier for you to keep more of what you earn. More housing. Better-paying jobs. No tax on tips or overtime. More relief for seniors and working families. I’ll keep fighting to make Miami a place where working families can afford to live, work, and build a future.
¡Gracias a todos los que nos acompañaron ayer en nuestro Meet & Greet en Sunset! 🇺🇸 Fue un gusto verlos, responder sus preguntas y conversar de frente sobre los temas que más importan a nuestra comunidad: inmigración y la Ley Dignidad, el costo de vida, vivienda, empleos y mucho más. Estas conversaciones son esenciales para mí: escuchar lo que está pasando aquí en casa y llevar esa voz conmigo a Washington.
Ayer fue un gusto compartir con nuestra comunidad colombiana del sur de la Florida y hablar de lo que viene para Colombia. Colombia vive en mi corazón y, desde hace años, también ha estado entre mis prioridades en el Congreso. Con el presidente Abelardo de la Espriella comienza una nueva etapa para fortalecer la relación entre Colombia y Estados Unidos y convertirla en resultados concretos. Porque para los miles de colombianos que hoy llaman a Miami su hogar, lo que pasa en Colombia nunca se siente lejano. Desde Miami hasta Washington, seguiré llevando su voz conmigo. 🇨🇴🇺🇸
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our Meet & Greet in Sunset! 🇺🇸 It was great to see you, hear your questions, and talk directly about the issues that matter most to our community: immigration and the Dignity Act, affordability, housing, jobs, and so much more. These conversations are exactly why I do this work: to hear what’s happening back home and take your voice with me to Washington. Thank you for showing up, speaking up, and being part of the conversation.
Today, the Brazilian people sent a THUNDERING message: they want the reign of Lula da Silva and Alexandre de Moraes to END. Enough corruption. Enough political persecution. Enough socialism. For years, Lula has embraced and defended the dictatorships destroying Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua. Today, millions of Brazilians made clear they are ready for a new direction. A new chapter is within reach, one of FREEDOM, prosperity, democracy, and a Brazil that stands with the free world. In the second round, the Brazilian people have the opportunity to end the Lula da Silva nightmare once and for all. The winds of FREEDOM are blowing across our hemisphere. 🇧🇷🇺🇸
Miami está hecho de personas que convierten ideas en oportunidades. Anoche acompañé a la Cámara de Comercio de Mujeres Hispanas de Estados Unidos para celebrar a emprendedoras que están creando negocios, generando empleos y fortaleciendo nuestra economía. También tuve el orgullo de entregar a la Cámara un reconocimiento del Congreso por su trabajo en nuestra comunidad. Eso es el Sueño Americano en acción: trabajar duro, construir algo propio y crear oportunidades para otros. ¡Felicidades a todas las mujeres que celebramos anoche! 🇺🇸
Miami is built by people who turn ideas into opportunity. Last night, I joined the U.S. Hispanic Women’s Chamber of Commerce to celebrate entrepreneurs who are building businesses, creating jobs, and strengthening our economy. I was also proud to present the Chamber with a Congressional recognition honoring its work in our community. That is the American Dream in action: work hard, build something of your own, and create opportunities for others. Congratulations to all the women we celebrated last night! 🇺🇸
Inmigración es uno de los temas más importantes para nuestra comunidad. Pero también sé que hoy muchas familias en Miami están haciendo malabares para que el cheque alcance. Por eso he trabajado en resultados concretos: más vivienda, más oportunidades de empleo y más alivio para el bolsillo. Mi RESIDE Act ya es ley y ayuda a convertir propiedades vacías o subutilizadas en nuevas viviendas. Aseguré $3.5 millones para 60 apartamentos asequibles para adultos mayores. Y junto a mis colegas republicanos, apoyé la ley que creó nuevas deducciones para quienes viven de sus propinas, trabajan horas extras y para muchos de nuestros seniors. Porque al final, la meta es sencilla: que más del dinero que te ganas trabajando se quede en tu bolsillo.
Subscribe WASHINGTON, D.C. — On September 28, Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar (FL-27) and Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25), introduced a bipartisan resolution designating October 1 as National Latino Physician Day. The resolution supports increasing the number of Latino physicians and closing gaps in medical care. "Trust in medical care is essential. Physicians that understand their community and are a reflection of it are critical when building and establishing that trust," said Rep. Salazar. "As our nation faces a healthcare workforce shortage, I am proud to co-lead this resolution that supports Latino and Latina physicians, who are helping to close gaps in care and serve as a trustworthy pillar of their community." "Growing up in a farmworker family taught me what it means to go without care, so I became an Emergency Physician to serve under resourced communities," said Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz. "Today, too many Latino families still can't find a doctor who speaks their language or understands their cultures. This resolution recognizes the Latino and Latina physicians working to close that gap, and it challenges us to open more doors for the next generation." "The AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges) is proud support National Latino and Latina Physicians Day and thank Rep. Ruiz and Rep. Salazar for their bipartisan work in highlighting the work of physicians critical to improving the health of patients and communities nationwide. As the nation faces a persistent physician shortage, we must support policies that increase to access to careers in medicine for future Latino and Latina physicians, and everyone in the next generation of doctors," said Danielle Turnipseed, JD, MHSA, MPP, chief public policy officer, AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges) "The National Hispanic Medical Association supports H.Res. 1589, introduced by Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D., recognizing October 1 as National Latino and Latina Physician Day. We need more Latino physicians serving our communities. This day not only highlights the significant underrepresentation of Latinos in the physician workforce but also recognizes the tremendous work Latino physicians do every day to care for patients and communities across our nation. We are proud to support this resolution and its recognition of the Latino physicians who serve our country," said Gilbert Burgos, M.D., MPH, President of the National Hispanic Medical Association. The full text of the resolution is available HERE
Protecting animals from cruelty is a matter of basic decency. We cannot look the other way while animals are abused, exploited, or forced to fight. I am honored to have Animal Wellness Action’s support and proud to work across party lines to strengthen protections for animals. I will keep fighting to stop these abuses and hold those responsible accountable.
Hoy, Anna Bensi, de apenas 21 años, y su madre, Caridad, enfrentan un juicio en La Habana, mientras la Seguridad del Estado vigila las casas de periodistas y activistas que intentan acompañarlas. Mientras la dictadura cubana se derrumba bajo el peso de sus propios fracasos, la represión es lo único que le queda. Pero voces como la de Anna se hacen cada vez más fuertes. Con apenas 21 años, Anna representa la valentía de tantos cubanos que se niegan a dejarse intimidar y guardar silencio. Anna y Caridad, hoy estamos con ustedes.
Today, 21-year-old Anna Bensi and her mother, Caridad, are facing trial in Havana, while State Security surrounds the homes of journalists and activists trying to attend. As the Cuban dictatorship collapses under the weight of its own failures, repression is all it has left. But voices like Anna’s are only getting stronger. At just 21, she represents the courage of Cubans who refuse to be intimidated into silence. Anna and Caridad, today we stand with you. 🇨🇺
Tomorrow, the Cuban dictatorship will put 21-year-old Anna Bensi and her mother on trial for daring to expose the regime’s repression. This is the desperate act of a dictatorship on life support, trying to intimidate and silence the Cuban people. It will NOT work. You can persecute Cubans. You can threaten them. You can put them on trial. But you will NEVER silence their demand for FREEDOM. Anna and Caridad are not alone. The world is watching. WE ARE WATCHING. #PatriaYVida
Mañana, la dictadura cubana llevará a juicio a Anna Bensi, de 21 años, y a su madre por atreverse a documentar y denunciar la represión del régimen. Este es el acto desesperado de una dictadura moribunda que intenta intimidar y silenciar al pueblo cubano. ¡NO funcionará! Pueden perseguir a los cubanos. Pueden amenazarlos. Pueden llevarlos a juicio. Pero NUNCA silenciarán su demanda de LIBERTAD. Anna y Caridad no están solas. El mundo está mirando. ESTAMOS OBSERVANDO. #PatriaYVida
Cuando vas al show de los Pichy Boys, se habla de todo… y la risa viene incluida. Hoy pasé por su estudio. Hablamos de inmigración, del costo de la vida, de Cuba, de Venezuela y de la amenaza del socialismo, algo que los cubanos conocemos demasiado bien. ¡Gracias por la invitación, Pichy Boys! Con ustedes siempre se pasa bien.
Un placer conversar hoy en La Poderosa con Ninoska Pérez y mi querida Remedios Díaz-Oliver. Hablamos de socialismo, de cómo estas ideas siguen ganando espacio en la política estadounidense y de la preocupación que eso genera sobre el rumbo de nuestras instituciones. En el sur de la Florida, este no es un debate abstracto. Es una conversación marcada por la experiencia, por la memoria y por una comunidad que conoce muy bien lo que está en juego.
For students called to serve 🇺🇸 On October 7, I’m hosting Service Academy Day in Coral Gables for students and families interested in pursuing an education at one of our nation’s U.S. Service Academies. Come meet representatives, learn about the admissions process, and find out what it takes to earn a congressional nomination. 📅 October 7 ⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM 📍 American Legion Post 98, Coral Gables Your path to a Service Academy could start here. Scan the QR code or use the link below to register!
Cutler Bay knows how to celebrate its community. I loved spending time with families at Cutler Ridge Park for the Hispanic Heritage Celebration, music, food, kids, and so many neighbors enjoying the evening together. And I came with good news: $2 million for Cutler Bay, $1 million for Saga Bay and $1 million for Lakes by the Bay to improve drainage, reduce flooding, and help protect Biscayne Bay. Celebrating our roots while taking care of the community we call home.
Cutler Bay sabe cómo celebrar a su gente. Me encantó compartir con tantas familias en Cutler Ridge Park durante la celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, música, comida, niños disfrutando y toda una comunidad reunida. Y llegué con buenas noticias: $2 millones para Cutler Bay, $1 millón para Saga Bay y $1 millón para Lakes by the Bay para mejorar el drenaje, reducir las inundaciones y ayudar a proteger la bahía de Biscayne. Celebrando nuestras raíces y, al mismo tiempo, cuidando la comunidad que llamamos hogar.
MIAMI, Fla. — U.S. Representative María Elvira Salazar (FL-27) joined Mount Sinai Medical Center leaders, healthcare professionals, and members of the South Florida community for the ribbon cutting of Mount Sinai’s new Emergency Center in Westchester, located in Florida’s 27th Congressional District. The new four-story facility will expand access to emergency treatment, advanced diagnostic imaging, and behavioral health services for families in Westchester and surrounding communities. It is scheduled to open to patients in October. “Quality healthcare has to be both accessible and affordable,” said Rep. Salazar. “That means having excellent care close to home, enough doctors to see patients, access to the treatments people need, and costs families can actually afford. I am proud to join Mount Sinai for this important expansion and will continue working across the aisle to strengthen healthcare for South Florida.” "When we broke ground here, we made a commitment to the Westchester community that nationally recognized care was coming. Today, it is here,” said Gino R. Santorio, President and CEO of Mount Sinai Medical Center. “Families in this community now have emergency care close to home, with advanced imaging on site so patients get answers during their visit rather than a referral and a second trip. And this is only the beginning. We are grateful to Congresswoman Salazar for standing with us today and for her continued support of Mount Sinai and the patients we serve across South Florida." The Emergency Center marks the first phase of Mount Sinai’s broader expansion at the site. Future phases are expected to add inpatient and observation beds, surgical services, cardiac care, and additional specialty services. SALAZAR’S RECORD ON HEALTHCARE In Congress, Rep. Salazar has built a bipartisan healthcare record focused on lowering costs, expanding access, strengthening the medical workforce, and bringing federal healthcare investments home to South Florida. She has secured nearly $15 million in direct federal investments for healthcare and medical research in South Florida, including: $7.65 million for resilience improvements at Mount Sinai Medical Center to help protect critical hospital operations during hurricanes and other emergencies. $2.5 million for Banyan Community Health Center to expand access to care in underserved communities. $1 million for Nicklaus Children’s Hospital to expand pediatric mental-health care, plus $450,000 for genetic testing to help doctors identify safer and more effective medicines for children. $3.13 million for Florida International University to advance cancer research and precision medicine. Salazar has also worked across the aisle to make healthcare more affordable for working families, supporting efforts to lower insurance premiums, prescription-drug costs, and out-of-pocket expenses while expanding access to Health Savings Accounts. She has made addressing healthcare-worker shortages another priority, working across the aisle to strengthen South Florida’s healthcare workforce and pushing for continued funding for programs that train doctors in community-based and underserved settings. Her healthcare work also includes efforts to improve cancer screening and early detection, expand care for patients with rare diseases, strengthen pediatric genomic testing, and support mental-health and addiction-treatment services. The $7.65 million Salazar previously secured for Mount Sinai supported resilience improvements at its Miami Beach medical center and is separate from the new Emergency Center.
Un domingo de fe y comunidad en Our Lady of Lebanon. Gracias al Padre Manuel Rahmeh y a toda la comunidad católica maronita por recibirme durante la Misa y por tantos saludos y buenas conversaciones al terminar. Una parroquia donde se encuentran familias de distintas raíces y generaciones, unidas por la fe, la familia y el compromiso con nuestra comunidad. Gracias por recibirme con tanto cariño. ¡Que Dios los bendiga siempre!
A meaningful Sunday at Our Lady of Lebanon. Grateful to join Father Manuel Rahmeh and this wonderful Maronite Catholic community for Mass, and to spend time afterward with so many families who welcomed me with such warmth. This parish brings together generations and cultures, all united by faith and a strong sense of community. That spirit was present in every conversation today. Thank you for making me feel so at home. May God bless this parish and every family who is part of it.
Thank you @MiamiHerald. The Miami Herald Editorial Board endorsement has become the kiss of death for candidates who get it, making it fitting that my opponent received it. Our community has lost trust in the professionalism of the publication as it’s gone from the paper of record to a rag for the far left. Its endorsements have become a voter guide for who not to vote for.
What a warm welcome from our seniors in West Miami. I stopped by the West Miami Multigenerational Center and loved seeing it full of life. I helped secure $1 million to make this center possible, a place where our seniors can stay active, spend time together, and enjoy programs with their families. But the best part was seeing it in action. Our seniors are the heart of this community, and it was a joy to spend time with them. - - - Qué gusto compartir con nuestros adultos mayores en West Miami. Visité el Centro Multigeneracional y me dio mucha alegría verlo lleno de actividad, de conversación y de vecinos disfrutando de este espacio. Conseguí $1 millón para ayudar a hacer realidad este centro, donde nuestros seniors pueden mantenerse activos, compartir con sus familias y seguir conectados con su comunidad. Lo más bonito fue ver el cariño con el que me recibieron y poder sentarme a conversar con ellos. Nuestros adultos mayores han trabajado toda una vida por sus familias y por Miami. Merecen espacios como este, pensados para ellos y para las generaciones que vienen detrás.