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Drew WilsonFebruary 4, 2016

Republican Congressional District 18 candidate Rebecca Negron launches a new campaign ad Thursday highlighting her conservative bona fides, her campaign said. “Washington is out of touch, and I think it is high-time that we send Washington a message,” Negron said. “I’ve been working in the Treasure Coast community for 40 years, supporting churches and helping […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterJanuary 28, 2016

A Tequesta Republican has thrown her support behind congressional hopeful Rebecca Negron. On Thursday, Rep. MaryLynn Magar endorsed Negron in her congressional bid. “As a like-minded Republican who believes in limited government, strengthening our economy and is committed to bettering both her community, as well as the State of Florida, Rebecca Negron is the local […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterJanuary 19, 2016

Rebecca Negron can add Rep. Gayle Harrell to her list of backers. On Tuesday, Harrell, a Stuart Republican, endorsed Negron in her congressional bid. “Rebecca, like myself, is a longtime member of the Martin County community,” said Harrell in a statement. “Grounded in her conservative values, I know Rebecca will bring the issues that matter […]

Peter SchorschJanuary 13, 2016

Political newcomer and multimillionaire businessman Randy Perkins’ entrance into the campaign to succeed Rep. Patrick Murphy has shaken up the dynamics of that race since his November announcement. First, perceived Democratic front-runner Melissa McKinlay, ended her own bid for the 18th District within weeks of Perkins launching his, citing his ability to self-finance and her […]

Bill RuftyDecember 23, 2015

The holiday season is a time of giving, and Boynton Beach Republican Mark Freeman has promised to gift his campaign for Florida’s 18th Congressional District $1 million of his own money. Originally planning a run for the 22nd Congressional District, Freeman, an orthopedic surgeon, has entered a very crowded race for Congress to replace Congressman […]

Jim RosicaDecember 17, 2015

The same day that Republican Mark Freeman said he’d put $1 million of his own money into his campaign to succeed Florida Congressman Patrick Murphy, Democrat Randy Perkins reminded him: Beat you to it. Isaiah Nelson, Perkins’ campaign manager, confirmed to FloridaPolitics.com Thursday that Perkins transferred $1 million to his campaign on Dec. 4. Murphy, a Democrat, is […]

Drew WilsonNovember 18, 2015

Nine Florida Republicans are on the National Republican Congressional Committee’s “radar,” which could lead to substantial campaign support. The NRCC put out a list of 32 congressional candidates Wednesday that are in the running for support through the group’s “Young Guns” program, which helps Republican candidates challenge incumbent Democrats or get the edge running for […]

Phil AmmannNovember 8, 2015

Maggie’s List is hosting a significant fundraising event in Vero Beach Tuesday to support Rebecca Negron and Sandy Adams, the group’s first endorsed congressional candidates of 2016. Negron is running for Florida’s 18th Congressional District; Adams is seeking the 6th District seat. Maggie’s List is the national committee focusing on electing conservative women to federal […]

Ryan RayAugust 25, 2015

Rebecca Negron announced Monday she has gained the endorsements of further local elected leaders in her bid to represent Florida’s 18th Congressional District – State Attorney Bruce Colton, Chief Assistant State Attorney Thomas Bakkedahl and Martin County Public Defender Diamond Litty have each pledged their support to Negron. Negron is seeking to replace U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy, who […]

Ryan RayAugust 18, 2015

Republican U.S. House candidate Rebecca Negron on Tuesday announced a slew of endorsements from local municipal elected officials across the 18th Congressional District she hopes to represent in 2016. Negron — a Martin County School Board member and wife of Senate budget chief Sen. Joe Negron — was endorsed by Stuart City Commissioners Jeff Krauskopf and Troy […]

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New Rebecca Negron CD 18 ad sends Washington a message

MaryLynn Magar endorses Rebecca Negron in CD 18 race

Gayle Harrell endorses Rebecca Negron in CD18 race

In CD 18 race, Jonathan Chane (mistakenly) casts first stone against Randy Perkins

‘Tis the Season for giving … to one’s own campaign

Randy Perkins says he’s transferred $1 million to campaign to succeed Patrick Murphy

9 Florida Republicans recognized as NRCC “Young Guns”

Maggie’s List hosting Vero Beach fundraiser Tuesday for Rebecca Negron, Sandy Adams

Rebecca Negron scoops up local endorsements in CD 18

Local pols endorse Rebecca Negron in CD 18