FL-02 Republican nominee?
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AUG 19, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleSchool superintendent
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderMale
LocationFlorida
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BackgroundSchool superintendent
EducationTroy University (bachelor’s degree)
Notable personal detailsJim Norton is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Florida’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. He has served as Superintendent of Gulf County Schools in Florida and previously worked in banking and business leadership roles, including senior vice president and senior trust officer positions at local banks. He earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Troy University and a law degree from Faulkner University’s Jones School of Law.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports lower taxes, reduced federal spending, balanced budgets, and limited government; favors eliminating waste and implementing stricter oversight of federal spending to restore fiscal stability and promote pro-growth policies for businesses in North Florida.
Healthcare
The candidate supports protecting Medicare and Social Security benefits for current and near-retirees while endorsing ‘‘responsible reforms’’ to ensure long-term solvency, including rooting out fraud and improving efficiency. He opposes cutting benefits for current retirees and emphasizes fiscal responsibility in maintaining these programs. No explicit support for Medicare for All, a public option, or expansion of ACA programs was found on his campaign site.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Jim Norton is described in local coverage of the FL-02 Republican primary as pro‑life and aligned with other Republican primary candidates who oppose abortion and federal funding of abortion. He has not published a detailed abortion policy on his campaign issues page as of May 2026.
Climate & Energy
Supports local, practical conservation measures to protect waterways and water quality while opposing heavy-handed federal overreach; favors balancing conservation with property rights and responsible development rather than broad federal mandates. Focus emphasizes locally driven solutions and stewardship paired with economic growth.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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