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U.S. House Florida District 18

General: November 3, 2026

General election

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.62 · Very ConservativeBusiness owner

Scott Franklin is a Navy veteran and business owner serving as the incumbent Republican representative for Florida District 18. He has focused on economic growth and job creation.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateProperty manager

Curtis Gibson, a property manager, running for the first time, supports inflation and economy and jobs.

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No party listedFirst-time candidateRetired

Retired educator running for U.S. House in Florida's 18th District in her first election. Prioritizes investing in K-12 public education, protecting and expanding affordable healthcare, raising the minimum wage, and protecting voting rights and access.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrewLogistics management

George Shepherd ran for U.S. House Florida District 18 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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No Party AffiliationFirst-time candidateWithdrew

John Richardson ran for U.S. House Florida District 18 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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UnaffiliatedFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Karen Vaughn ran for U.S. House Florida District 18 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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No Party AffiliationFirst-time candidateWithdrewIT professional

Keith Hayden Jr. ran for U.S. House Florida District 18 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Tiffanie Luong ran for U.S. House Florida District 18 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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