{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wilson-to-host-free-federal-job-fair-for-south-florida-job-seekers", "Rep. Wilson to Host Free Federal Job Fair for South Florida Job Seekers", "2026-08-04", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "FL", "Frederica S. Wilson", "W000808", "wilson.house.gov", "wilson", "https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "MIAMI GARDENS, FL \u2014 Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) will host a free Federal Job Fair with Commissioner Oliver Gilbert III on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Miami Dade College, 11380 Northwest 27th Avenue, Building 3.\n\nThe event comes as recent teacher layoffs and federal workforce reductions have left many experienced workers searching for new employment opportunities. The Department of Government Efficiency\u2019s federal workforce cuts have disproportionately affected Black women and other federal employees, disrupting careers and creating uncertainty for families throughout South Florida.\n\n\u201cAfter DOGE firings disproportionately impacted Black women and other federal workers, we are stepping up to connect our community with new opportunities, resources, and a path forward,\u201d said Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24). \u201cRecent teacher layoffs have also displaced dedicated educators who have spent their careers serving our children. This job fair will bring employers and job seekers together so qualified workers can explore open positions and take the next step in their careers.\u201d\n\nJob seekers attending the fair will have the opportunity to meet directly with recruiters, interview for full-time and part-time positions, explore careers across multiple industries, and access on-site employment and professional development resources.\n\nAttendees are encouraged to bring several copies of their r\u00e9sum\u00e9s and dress professionally, as participating employers will be prepared to meet and recruit qualified candidates.\n\nThe Federal Job Fair is free and open to the public. Attendees may scan the event QR code to RSVP.\n\nWHO\n\nU.S. Rep. Frederica S. Wilson, Florida\u2019s 24th Congressional District\n\nMiami-Dade County Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert III\n\nMiami Dade College\n\nCareerSource South Florida\n\n5000 Role Models of Excellence Project\n\nParticipating employers and recruiters\n\nWHEN\n\nThursday, August 13, 2026\n\n11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\n\nWHERE\n\nMiami Dade College, North Campus\n\nConference Center\n\n11380 NW 27th Avenue\n\nBuilding 3, Room 3249\n\nMiami, FL 33167\n\nVISUALS\n\nCongresswoman Wilson engaging with job seekers and participating employers; recruiters meeting with prospective applicants; on-site interviews and networking; employment and professional development resources.\n\nRSVP\n\nPress RSVP required. Members of the media planning to attend are asked to RSVP to Kailyn McBride at kailyn@mail.house.gov.\n\nFor additional event information, call 305-690-5905.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-05T07:37:37Z", "2026-08-05T07:38:44Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wilson-to-host-free-federal-job-fair-for-south-florida-job-seekers"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 1.6643861308693886, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}