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Candidates › FL-18 race › 2025–2026
R Republican nominee for U.S. House, FL-18
Representative since 2021
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Congressman Scott Franklin is a businessman who understands economic growth starts with lower taxes, responsible spending, and a government that gets out of the way.
In Congress, Scott is fighting to rein in out of control federal spending, exposing and eliminating fraud, reducing the regulatory burden on small businesses, and creating an environment where American companies can grow and compete. He supported the Working Families Tax Cut, delivering real relief to seniors and working families and helping Americans keep more of what they earn.
Scott is also focused on strengthening domestic manufacturing, securing supply chains, and unleashing American energy to drive down costs and create jobs. Franklin is working to restore economic stability, expand opportunity, and ensure the American Dream remains within reach.
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Washington has a spending problem and the American people are paying the price. With more than $38 trillion in debt, reckless tax and spend policies are driving inflation, hurting families, and putting our country on an unsustainable path. Scott is fighting to cut wasteful spending, rein in government, and restore accountability in Washington.
He is working to lower costs for families, unleash American energy, support small businesses, and roll back the red tape that stifles growth and innovation. He is also committed to securing the border, rebuilding our military, and standing strong against threats from China, Iran, and other adversaries.
On the House Appropriations Committee, Scott is on the front lines of the fight to control federal spending and ensure taxpayer dollars are used responsibly. He is pushing back against bloated government programs and fighting for policies that strengthen our economy and protect our freedoms.
Scott Franklin will continue to stand firm against the far left agenda and fight for the conservative principles that have made America the strongest, most prosperous nation in the world.
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Congressman Scott Franklin is a firm believer in free enterprise and the American Dream and he is not afraid to stand up to the far left policies that threaten both.
In Congress, Scott is pushing back against reckless spending that has driven our national debt past $38 trillion and fueled inflation that is hitting Florida families at the grocery store, the gas pump, and everywhere in between. He opposes efforts to raise taxes on families and small businesses, expand federal control over healthcare, and impose heavy handed regulations that crush American industry.
Scott is also working with President Trump to reverse these policies and get our economy back on track. He supported the Working Families Tax Cut, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill, which delivers real relief to seniors and working Americans, including expanded tax deductions and policies that help families keep more of what they earn.
He believes government should empower opportunity, not dependency. That means lower taxes, less regulation, secure supply chains, and a strong, competitive private sector.
Scott Franklin will continue to stand firm against big government expansion and fight for policies that protect economic freedom, reward hard work, and keep the American Dream alive for the next generation.
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Congressman Scott Franklin is a strong defender of the Second Amendment and the constitutional right of law abiding Americans to keep and bear arms.
As a gun owner, Scott understands the right to protect yourself, your family, and your property is fundamental. In Congress, he has consistently opposed efforts to undermine that right and has supported legislation that protects access to firearms for responsible citizens.
Scott has voted to protect Americans from federal overreach that would restrict lawful gun ownership, and he is committed to ensuring that any policies related to firearms respect constitutional protections and due process. He also recognizes the important role hunters and sportsmen play in conservation and outdoor traditions that are deeply rooted in Florida’s way of life.
Scott Franklin will continue to stand firm against attempts to weaken the Second Amendment and will always fight to protect the rights of law abiding citizens.
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Congressman Scott Franklin is a man of faith who believes strong families are the foundation of a strong nation. His values guide his service in Congress and his commitment to the people of Florida’s 18th District.
Scott understands the importance of faith, family, and personal responsibility. He is proudly pro life and has backed that commitment with action. In Congress, Scott has voted to uphold the Hyde Amendment to ensure taxpayer dollars are not used to fund abortions. He has also supported the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, requiring infants born alive receive the same level of care as any other child.
Scott has consistently supported policies that defend religious liberty and protect the right of Americans to live out their faith without government interference. He believes the First Amendment is foundational and must be protected.
Scott Franklin will continue to fight for policies that protect life, strengthen families, and defend the freedoms that have shaped our nation, faith, family, and freedom.
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Scott Franklin is a combat proven Naval Aviator who spent 26 years in uniform defending this country and understands exactly what is at stake when America shows weakness. Now in Congress, he is fighting to ensure our military remains unmatched, our adversaries are deterred, and our nation is secure.
He knows from experience peace is not maintained through rhetoric, it is secured through strength, readiness, and resolve. That means a military that is fully funded, properly equipped, and never asked to do more with less.
In Congress, Scott is pushing back against policies that weaken our military or distract from its core mission. He is focused on restoring readiness, strengthening the defense industrial base, and ensuring our service members have the training, equipment, and support they need to succeed.
As a member of the House Appropriations Committee and the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee, Scott is directly engaged in funding the infrastructure, modernization, and resources required to support our military who keep America safe and honor our commitments to them.
With growing threats from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, this is not the time for hesitation or half measures. Scott Franklin is committed to a clear principle: peace through strength, backed by action, not words.
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Agriculture is a cornerstone of Florida’s 18th Congressional District and a driving force behind our local economy. The farmers, growers, and ranchers across our region feed our nation and the world, while supporting thousands of jobs and sustaining rural communities throughout Florida’s Heartland.
They are also among the best stewards of our land and water. Florida producers continue to lead the way by implementing Best Management Practices and investing in new technologies to protect our natural resources while maintaining productivity.
But Florida agriculture faces real and growing challenges. Recent freezes and severe weather have devastated citrus and other specialty crops, placing enormous strain on producers who are already operating on thin margins. These events are not just setbacks, they are existential threats to family operations and the long term future of our domestic food supply.
A strong domestic food supply is critical to our national security and economic stability, especially in times of uncertainty. That is why in Congress, I am working to ensure our agriculture industry remains strong, resilient, and globally competitive.
As Vice Chair of the Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee, I am focused on delivering real support for our producers. That includes advancing disaster assistance through block grants to ensure resources reach Florida farmers quickly and efficiently, supporting citrus recovery efforts, investing in research and disease mitigation, and pushing for policies that reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens.
I will continue fighting to ensure our farmers, growers, and ranchers have the tools they need to recover, rebuild, and succeed, and to keep Florida agriculture thriving for generations to come.
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99% of their votes went with their party’s majority; they broke with it 8 times in the 119th Congress.
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The CRS policy areas of Franklin’s 47 substantive sponsored measures, Congresses 117, 118, 119; the figure is how many fall in each. Sponsorship indicates legislative focus, not every policy position. GovInfo source ↗
FEC filings, Jan 1, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026 · Official FEC bulk data · committee C00742247
61¢ of every dollar raised has been spent across 9 reports ($625.1K of $1M). Cash on hand went from $591.9K on Mar 31, 2025 to $883.2K on Oct 14, 2026.
| Report | Raised in the period | Spent in the period | Cash on hand at its close |
|---|---|---|---|
| APRIL QUARTERLY 2025 through Mar 31, 2025 | $132,428 | $22,383 | $591,940 |
| JULY QUARTERLY 2025 through Jun 30, 2025 | $96,203 | $101,953 | $586,190 |
| OCTOBER QUARTERLY 2025 through Sep 30, 2025 | $81,222 | $63,392 | $604,020 |
| YEAR-END 2025 through Dec 31, 2025 | $59,062 | $47,769 | $615,312 |
| APRIL QUARTERLY 2026 through Mar 31, 2026 | $266,069 | $61,890 | $819,492 |
| JULY QUARTERLY 2026 through Jun 30, 2026 | $192,771 | $66,558 | $945,704 |
| PRE-PRIMARY 2026 through Jul 29, 2026 | $22,246 | $7,186 | $960,764 |
| OCTOBER QUARTERLY 2026 through Sep 30, 2026 | $137,522 | $22,441 | $1,075,844 |
| PRE-GENERAL 2026 through Oct 14, 2026 | $38,882 | $231,496 | $883,231 |
Each report’s own period, as filed with the FEC; a report filed again counts once, as its latest copy.
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Official FEC filing record for the current cycle. The priorities they publish are quoted from their own site, in their order.
Statements are quoted from these pages exactly. Headings, order and wording are the campaign’s; the record marking is ours.
The 12 largest committees by total given are listed. In all, 234 committee contributions were filed this cycle, totaling $462.6K. Counted from the givers' own filings, which can run above the total the campaign itself reports.
A donor who gave several times appears once. The 12 largest donors by total given are listed. In all, 285 itemized contributions were filed this cycle, totaling $367.6K.
Money moved in from the candidate’s other authorized committees, such as a joint fundraising committee. It was raised once and is reported again here on arrival. The 2 largest sources by total given are listed. In all, 7 transfers were filed this cycle, totaling $82.3K.
Total reported receipts $1,026,404
Every dollar the committee reported receiving this cycle, split by the source the FEC filing attributes it to. Open a source marked + to see who gave. FEC filings through Oct 14, 2026.
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63% of the money placed by state came from inside Florida: $232.6K of $367.6K.
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| 161 contributions · 63% | $232,586 |
| 44 contributions · 14% | $50,250 |
| 16 contributions · 6.5% | $24,000 |
| 12 contributions · 4.9% | $18,000 |
| 16 contributions · 4.8% | $17,750 |
| 5 contributions · 2.4% | $9,000 |
| 7 contributions · 1.8% | $6,500 |
| 1 contribution · 1% | $3,500 |
By the state each donor wrote on the filing, across 14 states and territories. Donors who have given $200 or less this cycle are not itemized, so they cannot be placed on a map. The FEC’s grouping also counts joint-fundraising memo lines, so these rows can add up to more than the itemized total.
| Employer as filed | Amount |
|---|---|
| Written instead of an employer · 36 contributions · 11% of ranked | $37,450 |
| Written instead of an employer · 12 contributions · 9.2% of ranked | $31,850 |
| Written instead of an employer · 5 contributions · 3.4% of ranked | $11,834 |
| 2 contributions · 2.3% of ranked | $8,000 |
| 1 contribution · 2% of ranked | $7,000 |
| 2 contributions · 2% of ranked | $7,000 |
| 1 contribution · 2% of ranked | $7,000 |
| 6 contributions · 2% of ranked | $7,000 |
A further $21,175 came from donors whose answer names no employer (blank), so it is not ranked. Itemized gifts over $200, grouped by the words donors filed: not an industry classification, and a gift from an employee is not a gift from the employer. The FEC’s grouping also counts joint-fundraising memo lines, so these rows can add up to more than the itemized total. Gifts of $200 or less ($3,305) are not itemized, so no employer or occupation is filed for them.
No outside spending filed
The campaign also refunded $3,800 in contributions, which the categories below do not include.
Total itemized disbursements $506,660
Every itemized payment the committee reported this cycle, sorted by what it said each one was for. The categories are ours; the wording they are matched against is the committee’s own. Open a category to read the filed descriptions and who was paid. FEC filings through Oct 14, 2026.
All 484 itemized payments filed this cycle. Spending below the itemization threshold is not filed line by line.
10 payments were reported as a lump sum, such as a card or payroll bill, with the detail filed underneath as memo entries. Those entries, $10,188 in all, are counted under the payee and purpose they name rather than under the processor that was paid. The total is the same either way.
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1 payment · 20% of all spending | $126,346 |
| 1 payment · 12% of all spending | $77,250 |
| 17 payments · 6.9% of all spending | $43,376 |
| 9 payments · 6.3% of all spending | $39,107 |
| 2 payments · 3.2% of all spending | $20,000 |
| 1 payment · 2.9% of all spending | $18,135 |
| 1 payment · 2.6% of all spending | $16,100 |
| 2 payments · 2.3% of all spending | $14,600 |
The people, firms and committees paid the most, across every kind of payment. Each share is of everything the committee reported spending this cycle, not only the itemized payments above. A payee that is itself a committee links to its own profile.
| Occupation as filed | Amount |
|---|---|
| 33 contributions · 14% of ranked | $47,000 |
| Written instead of an occupation · 35 contributions · 10% of ranked | $35,950 |
| 12 contributions · 9.8% of ranked | $34,000 |
| 11 contributions · 6.3% of ranked | $21,867 |
| 2 contributions · 4.6% of ranked | $16,100 |
| 15 contributions · 4% of ranked | $13,750 |
| 9 contributions · 3.9% of ranked | $13,667 |
| Written instead of an occupation · 5 contributions · 3.4% of ranked | $11,834 |
A further $21,175 came from donors whose answer names no occupation (blank), so it is not ranked. Itemized gifts over $200, grouped by the words donors filed: not an industry classification, and a gift from an employee is not a gift from the employer. The FEC’s grouping also counts joint-fundraising memo lines, so these rows can add up to more than the itemized total. Gifts of $200 or less ($3,305) are not itemized, so no employer or occupation is filed for them.