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Robert People

U.S. House District 15

2026 Florida U.S. House District 15 — General Election · November 3, 2026

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Last reviewed September 15, 2026

Overview

Official records identify Robert People as a Democratic candidate for U.S. House District 15 and show the candidate in the current official primary-election material.

Current race
2026 Florida U.S. House District 15 — General Election on November 3, 2026
Official candidacy
U.S. House District 15 · Democratic · Candidate
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August 18, 2026

Democratic Party

Representative in Congress

District 15

Christopher Irizarry

Robert People

Official and campaign contacts

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FEC committee ID: C00897447

FEC committee name: ROBERT PEOPLE FOR CONGRESS

Published email: [email protected]

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Robert People was born in Baltimore, Maryland in 1979. He was the second-born of four children and grew up with a single mother in poverty. The family lived in the commonly found row homes of Baltimore’s inner city. They strived to make the best our of their situation and Robert dreamt of better days when his mother no longer had to ride the bus to and from work and they didn’t need to borrow money to make ends meet.

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Robert People was born in Baltimore, Maryland in 1979. He was the second-born of four children and grew up with a single mother in poverty. The family lived in the commonly found row homes of Baltimore’s inner city. They strived to make the best our of their situation and Robert dreamt of better days when his mother no longer had to ride the bus to and from work and they didn’t need to borrow money to make ends meet.

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Robert’s mother fought for more opportunities, attending school to become a nursing assistant while working full-time. Robert admired her perseverance and connected with her drive to help people. He first dreamed of becoming a doctor. While his friends feared the doctor and told exaggerated horror stories of their check-ups, he enjoyed the visits. He would endure the shots just for a chance to observe close up how they helped people. He loved the idea of saving people’s lives and appreciated the care and

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Robert’s mother fought for more opportunities, attending school to become a nursing assistant while working full-time. Robert admired her perseverance and connected with her drive to help people. He first dreamed of becoming a doctor. While his friends feared the doctor and told exaggerated horror stories of their check-ups, he enjoyed the visits. He would endure the shots just for a chance to observe close up how they helped people. He loved the idea of saving people’s lives and appreciated the care and

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As a teenager, Robert fell in love with the idea of being a teacher, a passion he still carries. He loved school and wanted to give others the same amazing feeling he received from learning. Life took Robert in a different direction, but the foundation

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As a teenager, Robert fell in love with the idea of being a teacher, a passion he still carries. He loved school and wanted to give others the same amazing feeling he received from learning. Life took Robert in a different direction, but the foundation

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Shortly after starting his senior year in high school, Robert followed in his older brother’s footsteps and signed up to join the Army. He shipped out the day after he turned 18 years old and encountered his first true test in adulthood, completing basic training.

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Shortly after starting his senior year in high school, Robert followed in his older brother’s footsteps and signed up to join the Army. He shipped out the day after he turned 18 years old and encountered his first true test in adulthood, completing basic training.

Social Security

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When Robert joined the Army, he took an oath to the Constitution, not a political party or a President. He is NOT done with his oath. His passion for public service drives him to continue to follow the advice of that Command Sergeant Major from 25 years ago and be PART OF THE SOLUTION.

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When Robert joined the Army, he took an oath to the Constitution, not a political party or a President. He is NOT done with his oath. His passion for public service drives him to continue to follow the advice of that Command Sergeant Major from 25 years ago and be PART OF THE SOLUTION.

Age

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47

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47

Education

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Some College (Seeking Bachelor's Degree in Communications)

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Some College (Seeking Bachelor's Degree in Communications)

Hometown

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Baltimore, MD

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Baltimore, MD

County

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Baltimore

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Baltimore

Positions and priorities

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Constituent representation and political independence

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Robert will provide the leadership that Florida's Congressional District 15 has been sorely missing. He will listen to and work for his constituents, not the president, nor the administration. Not even other Democrats. He will work for the PEOPLE.

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Robert will provide the leadership that Florida's Congressional District 15 has been sorely missing. He will listen to and work for his constituents, not the president, nor the administration. Not even other Democrats. He will work for the PEOPLE.

Utility costs, clean energy and disaster programs

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Please read below for Robert's policies on lowering utility costs, expanding clean energy investments, restoring Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards, and restoring Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) programs.

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Please read below for Robert's policies on lowering utility costs, expanding clean energy investments, restoring Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards, and restoring Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) programs.

Protecting Social Security

Candidate position

Robert will propose raising the Social Security tax cap. According to http://pgpf.org, in 2025, the Social Security tax cap was set at $176,100, which is an increase of $7,500 more than in 2024.

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Robert will propose raising the Social Security tax cap. According to http://pgpf.org, in 2025, the Social Security tax cap was set at $176,100, which is an increase of $7,500 more than in 2024.

Increasing Teacher Salaries

Candidate position

One way Robert will look to do this is to establish a minimum salary in every state. This will be determined at the very least by the cost of living, the current median salaries, and a few other factors. It will be enough for teachers not to have to get second jobs over the summer.

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One way Robert will look to do this is to establish a minimum salary in every state. This will be determined at the very least by the cost of living, the current median salaries, and a few other factors. It will be enough for teachers not to have to get second jobs over the summer.

Constituent access and congressional responsiveness

Candidate position

As your Congressman, Robert will bring the attention back to the PEOPLE. Too many Representatives forget who they serve and end up removed from us. His VISION is to PRIORITIZE what you, the PEOPLE, tell him you need from your member of Congress. Below are some of his IDEAS:

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As your Congressman, Robert will bring the attention back to the PEOPLE. Too many Representatives forget who they serve and end up removed from us. His VISION is to PRIORITIZE what you, the PEOPLE, tell him you need from your member of Congress. Below are some of his IDEAS:

Ban on congressional stock trading

Candidate position

Since members of Congress often make policy decisions that can have a direct impact on the economy and specific industries, Robert is looking to support or put forth legislation to ban congressional stock trading.

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Since members of Congress often make policy decisions that can have a direct impact on the economy and specific industries, Robert is looking to support or put forth legislation to ban congressional stock trading.

Protecting Social Security

Candidate position

Robert will propose raising the Social Security tax cap. According to http://pgpf.org, in 2025, the Social Security tax cap was set at $176,100, which is an increase of $7,500 more than in 2024.

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Robert will propose raising the Social Security tax cap. According to http://pgpf.org, in 2025, the Social Security tax cap was set at $176,100, which is an increase of $7,500 more than in 2024.

Restrictions on stock trading by lawmakers

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Since members of Congress often make policy decisions that can have a direct impact on the economy and specific industries, Robert is looking to support or put forth legislation to ban congressional stock trading.

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Since members of Congress often make policy decisions that can have a direct impact on the economy and specific industries, Robert is looking to support or put forth legislation to ban congressional stock trading.

What reforms to the US immigration system do you support? Why? ¿Qué reformas al sistema de inmigración de Estados Unidos apoya usted? ¿Por qué?

Candidate position

We should begin by adding more immigration judges in order to help expedite our current system. After that, we need to implement a yearly limit to immigrants seeking asylum.

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We should begin by adding more immigration judges in order to help expedite our current system. After that, we need to implement a yearly limit to immigrants seeking asylum.

Do you believe climate change is a financial threat to the economy of the nation? Why or why not? ¿Cree que el cambio climático representa una amenaza financiera para la economía del país? ¿Por qué?

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Yes, mainly because of the cost of damages, especially in this region of the country, if we do not act quickly.

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Yes, mainly because of the cost of damages, especially in this region of the country, if we do not act quickly.

“Freedom of speech” is included in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Exactly what does ”Freedom of Speech” mean to you? La libertad de expresión está incluida en la Primera Enmienda de la Constitución de los Estados Unidos. ¿Qué significa exactamente para usted la “libertad de expresión”?

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Freedom of Speech is the freedom of all citizens to speak, excluding hate speech, threats, or speech of a terroristic nature.

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Freedom of Speech is the freedom of all citizens to speak, excluding hate speech, threats, or speech of a terroristic nature.

Who has the right, Congress or the President, to oversee federal agencies? ¿Quién tiene el derecho de supervisar a las agencias federales: el Congreso o el Presidente?

Candidate position

Congress.

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Congress.

If documentary proof of US citizenship becomes necessary in order to register to vote, how would you help those citizens, especially women, who no longer have or don’t have easy and affordable access to documents to prove citizenship, such as certified birth and marriage certificates? Si se requiere prueba documental de ciudadanía estadounidense para registrarse para votar, ¿cómo ayudaría a esos ciudadanos, especialmente a las mujeres, que ya no tienen o no tienen acceso fácil y asequible a documentos que prueben su ciudadanía, como certificados de nacimiento o matrimonio certificados?

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I would propose waiving the fee to obtain these documents.

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I would propose waiving the fee to obtain these documents.

What role do you believe the federal government should play in education at the pre-school level, K-12 level and higher education? ¿Qué papel cree que debería desempeñar el gobierno federal en la educación a nivel preescolar, educación K-12 (primaria y secundaria) y educación superior?

Candidate position

The federal government should ensure that all school meals are paid for. Also, we need to ensure that funds are not being diverted from public schools to private or charter schools.

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The federal government should ensure that all school meals are paid for. Also, we need to ensure that funds are not being diverted from public schools to private or charter schools.

Public record

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Campaign finance

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FEC candidate totals January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

Total receipts
$38,495.90
Total disbursements
$36,570.01
Cash on hand
$1,925.89
Committee debt
$10,440.00
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Candidate ID: H6FL15168

Name: PEOPLE, ROBERT

Office: House

State: FL

District: FL15

Coverage start: 2025-01-01

Coverage end: 2026-06-30

Total receipts: $38495.90

Total disbursements: $36570.01

Cash on hand: $1925.89

Debts owed by committee: $10440.00

Candidate contributions: $6631.61

Loans made by candidate: $10440.00

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Sources

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  1. Election record

    Florida candidate detail — account 89116

    Florida Division of Elections

    Open Florida Division of Elections

    Link checked September 14, 2026.

  2. Campaign-finance record

    PEOPLE, ROBERT — candidate overview

    Federal Election Commission

    Open Federal Election Commission

    Link checked September 14, 2026.

  3. Official campaign contact filing

    ROBERT PEOPLE FOR CONGRESS — current Statement of Organization

    Federal Election Commission

    Open Federal Election Commission

    Link checked September 14, 2026.

  4. Official ballot

    Official 2026 primary ballot artifact

    County Supervisor of Elections

    Open County Supervisor of Elections

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  5. Candidate-provided

    Robert People campaign source 1

    Robert People campaign

    Open Robert People campaign

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    Robert People campaign source 2

    Robert People campaign

    Open Robert People campaign

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    Robert People campaign

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    Robert People campaign

    Open Robert People campaign

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  10. Direct candidate response

    US House District 15 — VOTE411 Voter Guide. Additional information available on VOTE411.org.

    VOTE411 / League of Women Voters

    Open VOTE411 / League of Women Voters

    Link checked September 14, 2026.

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