2nd Amendment Grades for Florida's 2024 Political Candidates
Grading Methodologyfor a Candidate's Second Amendment Stance
Florida's candidates are graded based on their previous 2A voting records, public statements on their constituents owning firearms, and their willingness to focus on 2A issues. Given our research on this criteria, we've assigned the following grades to those running for office:
Pro-2A Voting History, Outspoken Advocate for Second Amendment Rights, Displays a Strong and Consistent Stand Against 2A Infringements, Makes 2A Rights a Priority.
Claims to Support 2A Rights, Votes No to 2A Infringements, Makes Second Amendment Rights a Priority.
Does Not Support Gun Control Measures, is Not An Active Advocate Support for the Second Amendment.
Does Not Support All Gun Control Measures, Does Not Actively Introduce Anti-2A Legislation.
Actively Campaigns for Gun Control, Proposes New Gun Control Legislation.
Voting History Key:
We use these symbols throughout the article to show you how politicians voted on legislation that impacts your 2A rights.
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anti 2AAn Act Against the 2nd Amendment
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pro 2AAn Act in Support of the 2nd Amendment
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voted YES
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voted NO
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voted YES (sponsor or co‑sponsor)
Politicians Running for Federal Office in 2024
Florida is a key battleground state in the 2024 elections with one Senate seat up for grabs at the federal level and 28 Congressional districts. The following candidates have been graded based on their ability to protect and secure Americans' Second Amendment rights:
Rick Scott REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT
Running for U.S. Senate
Voting History
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anti 2ABipartisan Safer Communities Act
Rick Scott's Second Amendment Stance
- Supports Red Flag Laws.
- Does not support other gun control measures.
- Is not an outspoken advocate for the Second Amendment.
Most Important Issues
- Foreign Policy
- Economy
- National Security
Summary
Rick Scott claims to support Second Amendment rights and votes against legislation; however, he isn’t an outspoken advocate and does support some restrictions.
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell DEMOCRAT CANDIDATE
Running for U.S. Senate
Voting History
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anti 2AEnhanced Background Checks Act of 2019
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anti 2ABipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell's Second Amendment Stance
- Strongly supports anti-2A legislation.
- Runs on a campaign rooted in gun control.
Most Important Issues
- Gun Violence
- Medicare and Social Security
- Inflation
Summary
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is an opponent of Second Amendment rights in both voting history and statements made to the public.
Kat Cammack REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT
Running for U.S. House District 3
Voting History
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anti 2AAssault Weapons Ban of 2022
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pro 2AFederal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapons Purchase Act
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anti 2ABipartisan Safer Communities Act
Kat Cammack's Second Amendment Stance
- An outspoken proponent for Second Amendment rights.
- Co-sponsors new pro-2A legislation.
- Consistently votes no to anti-2A laws.
Most Important Issues
- National Security
- Second Amendment
- Corruption in the U.S. Government
Summary
Kat Cammack is a staunch supporter of Americans’ Second Amendment rights with a track record to prove it.
Tom Wells DEMOCRAT CANDIDATE
Running for U.S. House District 3
Tom Wells' Second Amendment Stance
- Strong opponent of Second Amendment rights.
- Supports background checks, mandatory training, testing, licensing, and insurance requirements.
Most Important Issues
- Capitalism
- COVID-19
- Climate Change
Summary
Tom Wells is a long-time, outspoken adversary of Second Amendment rights and focuses on gun control as a key issue.
Cory Mills REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT
Running for U.S. House District 7
Voting History
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pro 2AFederal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapons Purchase Act
Cory Mills' Second Amendment Stance
- Outspoken advocacy for Second Amendment Rights.
- Does not support anti-2A legislation.
Most Important Issues
- Constitutionalism
- Second Amendment Rights
- Border Security
Summary
Cory Mills strongly supports the Second Amendment rights of Americans and has a proven pro-2A track record.
Tatiana Fernandez DEMOCRAT CANDIDATE
Running for U.S. House District 7
Tatiana Fernandez's Second Amendment Stance
- She is not an outspoken advocate for or against gun control.
Most Important Issues
- Education
- Small Business Development
- Housing
Summary
Tatiana Fernandez focuses on key issues such as local businesses, veterans, and education rather than gun control or Second Amendment rights.
Darren Soto DEMOCRAT INCUMBENT
Running for U.S. House District 9
Voting History
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anti 2AAssault Weapons Ban of 2022
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anti 2ABipartisan Safer Communities Act
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anti 2AFederal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021
Darren Soto's Second Amendment Stance
- Staunch supporter of gun control.
- Outspoken supporter of anti-2A legislation and lobby groups.
Most Important Issues
- Gun control
- Puerto Rico
- Social Security
Summary
Darren Soto takes a strong stance against Americans’ Second Amendment rights in public and on Capitol Hill.
Jose Castillo REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE
Running for U.S. House District 9
Jose Castillo's Second Amendment Stance
- Outspoken supporter of Second Amendment rights.
- Will focus on Second Amendment rights as a key issue.
Most Important Issues
- Second Amendment Rights
- Border Security
- Constitutionalism
Summary
Jose Castillo understands and supports the spirit of the Second Amendment, and he’s willing to take a stand against 2A infringements.
Adianis Morales REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE
Running for U.S. House District 9
Adianis Morales' Second Amendment Stance
- She is not as outspoken as other candidates but does support the Second Amendment.
Most Important Issues
- Education
- Second Amendment Rights
- Constitutionalism
Summary
Adianis Morales is not as outspoken as other Republican candidates but she does support the spirit of the Second Amendment, and is willing to take a stand against 2A infringements.
Daniel Webster REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT
Running for U.S. House District 11
Voting History
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anti 2AAssault Weapons Ban of 2022
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anti 2ABipartisan Safer Communities Act
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pro 2AFederal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act
Daniel Webster's Second Amendment Stance
- A strong advocate for Second Amendment rights.
- Consistently votes no to anti-2A legislation.
- Focuses on Second Amendment rights as a key issue.
Most Important Issues
- America First
- Border Security
- Second Amendment Rights
Summary
Daniel Webster is a pro-2A representative with a proven track record of supporting America’s Second Amendment rights.
Anthony Sabatini REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE
Running for U.S. House District 11
Voting History
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pro 2AAuthorizes Individuals to Carry Concealed Weapons on Church Property
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pro 2AAuthorizes Firearms on School Campuses
Anthony Sabatini's Second Amendment Stance
- Consistently votes for pro-2A legislation.
- An outspoken supporter of Second Amendment rights.
- Focuses on Second Amendment rights as a key issue.
Most Important Issues
- Border Security
- Second Amendment Rights
- Anti-Woke Agenda
Summary
Anthony Sabatini is a pro-2A candidate who’s an outspoken opponent of Second Amendment restrictions.
Anna Paulina Luna REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT
Running for U.S. House District 13
Voting History
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pro 2AFederal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act
Anna Paulina Luna's Second Amendment Stance
- Does not support 2A infringements.
- Consistently supports pro-2A legislation.
Most Important Issues
- Immigration
- Veterans
- Education
Summary
Anna Paulina Luna advocates for Americans’ Second Amendment rights, but it is not a key issue for this 2024 candidate.
Tony D’Arrigo DEMOCRAT CANDIDATE
Running for U.S. House District 13
Tony D’Arrigo's Second Amendment Stance
- Supports gun control as a key issue.
- Is not an outspoken adversary of Second Amendment rights.
Most Important Issues
- Economy
- Medical Care
- Gun Control
Summary
Tony D’Arrigo is an outspoken opponent of American’s Second Amendment rights who campaigns for more gun control and supports legislative action.
Mario Diaz Balart REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT
Running for U.S. House District 26
Voting History
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anti 2AAssault Weapons Ban of 2022
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anti 2AViolence Against Women Reauthorization Act
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anti 2ABipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019
Mario Diaz Balart's Second Amendment Stance
- Is not an outspoken supporter of Second Amendment rights.
- Does vote for some 2A restrictions.
Most Important Issues
- Immigration
- Education
- Economy
Summary
Mario Diaz Balart does support Second Amendment rights, but he also votes yes to some restrictions and doesn’t publicly support the 2A.
Maria Elvira Salazar REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT
Running for U.S. House District 27
Voting History
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anti 2ABipartisan Safer Communities Act
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anti 2AAssault Weapons Ban of 2022
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anti 2AFederal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021
Maria Elvira Salazar's Second Amendment Stance
- Is not an outspoken advocate for Second Amendment rights.
- Does not consistently vote against 2A restrictions.
- The 2nd Amendment is not a key issue.
Most Important Issues
- Economy
- Healthcare
- Environment
Summary
Maria Salazar is not a strong adversary for gun control legislation and does not make Second Amendment rights a priority.
Politicians Running for State Office in 2024: Florida
Florida has 120 House Districts and 40 State Senate Districts. The following districts are key battleground areas with less than a 10% margin of victory in prior elections.
Running for State Senate in District 3
Corey Simon
REPUBLICAN
Sheria Griffin
DEMOCRAT
Endorsement
Corey Simon for prioritizing pro-2A legislative action and his outspoken advocacy supporting Second Amendment rights.
Running for State House in District 22
Amy Trask
DEMOCRAT
Chad Johnson
REPUBLICAN
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Chad Johnson for his pro-2A and pro-Constitution stance.
Running for State House in District 37
Susan Plasencia
REPUBLICAN
Nate Douglas
DEMOCRAT
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Susan Plasencia for her consistent pro-2A voting record.
Running for State House in District 38
David Smith
REPUBLICAN
Sarah Henry
DEMOCRAT
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses David Smith for his pro-2A voting history and prioritization of Floridians’ rights to keep and bear arms.
Running for State House in District 47
Paula Stark
REPUBLICAN
Anthony Nieves
DEMOCRAT
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Paula Stark for her consistent pro-2A voting record.
Running for State House in District 50
Jennifer Canady
REPUBLICAN
Bonnie Patterson-James
DEMOCRAT
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Jennifer Canady for her strong support of Floridians’ rights to keep and bear arms.
Running for State House in District 51
Josie Tomkow
REPUBLICAN
Octavio Hernandez
DEMOCRAT
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Josie Tomkow for her consistent pro-2A voting record.
Running for State House in District 60
Lindsay Cross
DEMOCRAT
John “Ed” Montanari
REPUBLICAN
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Ed Montanari for his commitment to the Constitutional rights of Floridians.
Running for State House in District 63
Dianne Hart
DEMOCRAT
Tim Driver
REPUBLICAN
Endorsement
Ammo.com can’t, in good faith, endorse either of these candidates because neither meets our standards for pro-2A candidates due to a lack of prioritizing pro-2A issues.
Running for State House in District 64
Susan Valdes
DEMOCRAT
Maura Cruz Lanz
REPUBLICAN
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Maura Cruz Lanz for her strong support of the Second Amendment rights of Floridians.
Running for State House in District 67
Fentrice Driskell
DEMOCRAT
Lisette Bonano
REPUBLICAN
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Lt. Col. Lisette Bonano for prioritizing the Second Amendment rights of Floridians.
Running for State House in District 73
Fiona McFarland
REPUBLICAN
Derek Reich
DEMOCRAT
Endorsement
Ammo.com can’t, in good faith, endorse either of these candidates because neither meets our standards for pro-2A candidates due to a lack of prioritizing pro-2A issues.
Running for State House in District 91
Peggy Gossett-Seidman
REPUBLICAN
Michealangelo Hamilton
DEMOCRAT
Endorsement
Ammo.com endorses Peggy Gossett-Seidman for her consistent pro-2A voting record.
More information on Florida can be found here: "Most Gun-Friendly States: Florida" and "Florida Gun & Ammo Laws: A 2nd Amendment Overview for Florida Gun Owners."
