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Brent Andersen

R

Won the August 18, 2026 Republican primary

Brent Andersen is an insurance professional and Republican Party leader running against incumbent Debbie Wasserman Schultz, campaigning on lowering property insurance costs and the cost of living.[3]

Basic profile — the most important sourced facts we found.

Positions on the issues

  • OpposesStricter gun laws

    Says he will defend the Second Amendment.[3]

  • SupportsExpand immigration enforcement and deportations

    Lists strong borders and public safety among his top policy priorities.[3]

In their words — priorities

  • Says his experience in the insurance industry drives his focus on market-based solutions to lower property insurance premiums and housing costs.[3]
  • Says he will bring private-sector experience and fiscal responsibility to Congress to grow jobs and economic opportunity.[3]
  • Says he will defend limited government, the Second Amendment, secure borders, and parental rights.[3]

Background

  • Works as an insurance professional in South Florida; describes himself as a businessman and Republican Party leader.[3]
  • Endorsed by the Sun Sentinel, Miami Herald, and Log Cabin Republicans PAC, according to his Candidate Connection survey.[3]

Campaign money

Raised $64K · spent $23K · $41K cash on hand (through 2026-07-29) FEC filing ↗

Campaign website ↗

Also on the ballot for this seat: Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Kedner Maxime · Compare side by side

Sources cited in this profile

  1. 3.Brent Andersen · Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey Candidate's own words