Phil Ehr

Advanced from a canceled Democratic primary, unopposed.

Phil Ehr is the Democratic nominee for Florida's 28th Congressional District. He is a retired U.S. Navy officer who has run for Congress in South Florida in prior cycles.[1][3]

Basic profile — the most important sourced facts we found.

Positions on the issues

SupportsExpand public health coverage
Lists strengthening Medicare and Social Security among his campaign priorities.[4]
SupportsStricter gun laws
Says he would work to enact stronger gun laws to address gun violence.[4]
“Stop the mass murder epidemic by enacting responsible gun laws.”
SupportsProtect legal access to abortion
Says he would work to restore abortion rights by removing government restrictions on reproductive decisions.[4]
SupportsFaster transition away from fossil fuels
Lists protecting Florida's environment by building clean energy and water infrastructure among his priorities.[4]

In their words — priorities

Reducing Florida's cost of living and strengthening Medicare and Social Security.[4]
Securing the border and reforming legal immigration.[4]
Supporting public education and labor unions in Florida, and protecting the environment through clean energy and water infrastructure.[4]

Background

Earned an undergraduate degree from the University of the State of New York and a master's degree in international relations from Troy State University.[3]
Served in the United States Navy from 1982 to 2008.[3]

Campaign money

Raised $438K · spent $76K · $455K cash on hand (through 2026-06-30) FEC filing ↗

Campaign website ↗

Phil Ehr

Positions on the issues

In their words — priorities

Background

Campaign money

Sources cited in this profile