Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on the Passing of Florida State Senator Geraldine Thompson

ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement following the death of Florida State Senator Geraldine Thompson.

In a statement, Rep. Frost says:

“Senator Geraldine Thompson was a force—a trailblazer, a historian, a fierce advocate, and a devoted mother and grandmother who worked every day to uplift all Floridians, ensuring that no one was left behind.

“For nearly 20 years in the Florida Legislature, she broke barriers and created opportunities, especially for Black and Brown communities and those too often overlooked. She paved the way for many, including myself, to step up and serve our communities.

“Our office had the privilege of working alongside Senator Thompson—from efforts to preserve the historic town of Eatonville to championing voting rights and standing up for working-class families, she was always finding ways to stand up for our people.

“Her impact and legacy of service, resilience, and unwavering love for her community will be felt for generations to come. She fought for a better future, not just for herself, but for everyone coming after her. We lost a giant, but her work lives on in all of us.

“May Senator Thompson rest in peace.”