The 2026 election features important decisions on retaining existing judges and the selection of other judges.
The Miami-Dade Democratic Party does not make endorsements in judicial elections, but we wanted to provide links to some other sources.
See our official endorsements for 2026 regarding candidates and amendments
Blue Voter Guide recommendations
No on retaining all judges - Kansas Gooden, Thomas Logue, Bronwyn Miller, Monica Gordo, Fleur Lebree
Circuit Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 5
- Arthur LeMar “Marty” McNeil (recommended by Blue Voter Guide)
- Monica Segura
Circuit Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 69
- Rita Maria Baez
- Bonita Jones-Peabody (recommended by Blue Voter Guide)
Miami Herald recommendations
Circuit Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 5
The Miami Herald Editorial Board endorsed Arthur LeMar “Marty” McNeil for Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge, Group 5, pointing to his extensive courtroom experience, including 56 criminal jury trials, civil litigation work and leadership roles in the Public Defender’s Office. The board contrasted that record with Monica Segura’s much more limited trial experience and said McNeil’s years practicing in circuit court and handling high-volume criminal cases made him the stronger choice for the bench. Read more
- Arthur LeMar “Marty” McNeil (recommended by Miami Herald)
- Monica Segura
Circuit Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 69
The Miami Herald Editorial Board endorsed Bonita Jones-Peabody for Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge, Group 69, citing her broad courtroom experience across criminal, civil, family and juvenile law, including more than 200 criminal jury trials and decades at the Public Defender’s Office. While noting two past Florida Bar reprimands, the board concluded that her diverse legal background, institutional knowledge and public-service experience gave her an edge over Rita Maria Baez. Read more
- Rita Maria Baez
- Bonita Jones-Peabody (recommended by Miami Herald)
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