BREAKING: Key West’s 2026 Election Season Heats Up as Kaufman Enters Mayoral Race, Compton Launches Bid for District IV

Commissioner Sam Kaufman announces run for mayor; local business owner Sarah Compton joins City Commission race with focus on integrity and community.

Oct 27, 2025

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Veteran City Commissioner Sam Kaufman, left, announced on Monday that he is running for Mayor; Sarah Compton announced her challenge to embattled District IV commissioner Lisette Carey.

The 2026 Key West election season is officially underway, with longtime City Commissioner Sam Kaufman announcing his campaign for mayor and local business owner Sarah Compton launching her bid for Ci…

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