James Martin
D
Won the August 18, 2026 Democratic primary
James Martin is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran and national security expert running as the Democratic nominee against incumbent Brian Mast, focused on cost of living, clean water, and anti-corruption reform.[3]
Basic profile — the most important sourced facts we found.
Positions on the issues
- OpposesBroad tariffs on imported goods
Opposes broad tariffs, saying they drive up grocery prices for working families.[3]
- SupportsFaster transition away from fossil fuels
Supports completing Everglades restoration and ending toxic discharges affecting Treasure Coast waterways, and says he will not compromise on environmental laws.[3]
In their words — priorities
- Says he opposes tariffs and supports using antitrust enforcement to address corporate consolidation driving up costs for working families.[3]
- Says he will work to complete Everglades restoration, clean up Lake Okeechobee, and stop toxic discharges into the St. Lucie Estuary and Indian River Lagoon.[3]
- Says he supports getting money out of politics, banning members of Congress from trading stocks, and closing the revolving door between Congress and lobbying.[3]
Background
- A fourth-generation Floridian and U.S. Coast Guard veteran who says he chased drug runners and human traffickers, served overseas in combat zones, and advised White House leaders.[3]
Campaign money
Raised $579K · spent $391K · $188K cash on hand (through 2026-07-29) FEC filing ↗