Michael Waltz

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Michael Waltz

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 31, 1974 (Age: 52)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Michael Waltz graduated with honors from the Virginia Military Institute, establishing a strong educational foundation in international studies. He spent nearly three decades in the U.S. Army, including active duty and service in the Army National Guard, culminating in his retirement as a colonel. Waltz transitioned from military service to the private sector, co-founding an analytics and training company that was later acquired. He also held significant roles in the Bush and Obama administrations, including serving as a counterterrorism advisor and defense policy director. Waltz authored several books, reflecting his expertise in military and strategic affairs.

Political Ideas

Michael Waltz combines a robust military background with a hawkish foreign policy stance, advocating for decisive U.S. intervention in global crises. His support for demonstrators in Iran and authorization of an international stabilization force in Gaza showcases a calculated approach to international conflicts. Waltz's rhetoric often emphasizes strong U.S. leadership on the global stage, creating an intriguing blend of military pragmatism and diplomatic assertiveness.

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2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

Florida House of Representatives 6th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Aaron Baker , Charles Gambaro , Ehsan Joarder , Eric Yonce , Ges Selmont , James Stockton , Jennifer Jenkins , Purvi Bangdiwala , Randall Terry , Randy Fine , Rob Cooper , Ronnie Murchinson-Rivera

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Florida 6th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

284,414 votes (66.53%)

Win
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Florida's 6th congressional district, 2022

226,548 votes (75.30%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Florida's 6th congressional district, 2020

265,393 votes (60.64%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Florida's 6th congressional district

187,891 votes (56.30%)

Win

Florida's 6th congressional district Republican primary

32,833 votes (42.40%)

Win