Former Rep. Joe Saunders’ bid to represent coastal Miami-Dade County residents in the Legislature has the support of four more local leaders.

Miami Beach Commissioner Tanya Bhatt, North Miami Council member Scott Galvin, Surfside Commissioner Gerardo Vildostegui and former Miami Beach Planning Board member Gayle Durham are now backing Saunders, according to his campaign.

All provided statements explaining why they’re supporting Saunders this year.

Bhatt, who won her City Commission seat in November, cited Saunders’ commitment to local control over how Miami Beach grows as key to securing her support.

“He’s honest and real, two things we need more of in our politics. Over and over Tallahassee...

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