FL-09 Republican nominee?
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AUG 19, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleRetired U.S. Navy Supply Corps officer
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
LocationFlorida
BackgroundRetired U.S. Navy Supply Corps officer
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EducationJuris Doctor
Notable personal detailsJorge Antonio Malavet is a Republican candidate who filed to run for U.S. House in Florida’s 9th congressional district in the 2026 cycle. He is a retired U.S. Navy Supply Corps officer and has worked in federal roles including USDA (APHIS) and the Department of Homeland Security at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). His campaign materials describe experience in budgeting, financial management, and executive operations, and he holds a Juris Doctor, a Master of Public Administration, and a B.S. in Human Resources Management.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports cutting marginal tax rates, simplifying the tax code, and delivering tax relief for middle- and small-business families while pursuing fiscal oversight to reduce waste. Favors pro-growth policies, lower regulatory burdens, and public-private approaches to spur economic growth and housing development.
Healthcare
Supports market-based healthcare reforms focused on increasing price transparency and lowering out-of-pocket costs to expand access; emphasizes improving veteran access to high-quality care and expanding choice for veterans. No statement supporting single-payer or Medicare-for-All was found on campaign materials reviewed.
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Immigration & Border
Supports securing the border and enforcing immigration laws while proposing a merit-based pathway aimed at protecting American workers. Emphasizes maintaining a lawful immigration system that welcomes immigrants who pursue the American dream alongside stronger border security measures.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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