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2026 Florida U.S. House District 20 — Republican Primary · August 18, 2026
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Last reviewed September 15, 2026Official records identify Rod Joseph as a Republican candidate for U.S. House District 20 and show the candidate in the current official primary-election material.
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LIST OF CANDIDATES
AUGUST 18, 2026 ELECTION
Representative in Congress, District 20 Brent Andersen Republican Party
Representative in Congress, District 20 Lateresa "LA" Jones Republican Party
Representative in Congress, District 20 Rod Joseph Republican Party
Representative in Congress, District 20 Carla Spalding Republican Party
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2201 Northwest 47 Avenue · Lauderhil, FL 33313
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2201 Northwest 47 Avenue
Lauderhil, FL 33313
Phone: (321)662-1704
Email: [email protected]
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Dr. Rod Joseph envisions a thriving District 20 and Broward County where every family, veteran, and newcomer can pursue the American dream. As a combat veteran, he’s committed to safe neighborhoods, empowering immigrant communities, and creating access to affordable housing, healthcare, and quality education.
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Dr. Rod Joseph envisions a thriving District 20 and Broward County where every family, veteran, and newcomer can pursue the American dream. As a combat veteran, he’s committed to safe neighborhoods, empowering immigrant communities, and creating access to affordable housing, healthcare, and quality education.
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Dr. Rod Joseph, a U.S. Army combat veteran and Purple Heart recipient, will champion expanded veterans' healthcare and support services, ensuring that every veteran has access to high-quality medical and mental health care. He will push for enhanced benefits, including housing, education, and the inclusion of family members in the Soldiers Continuum benefits plan, empowering veterans and their families to lead stable, successful lives after service. Additionally, he will advocate for streamlined VA processes and policies that prioritize veterans' needs, reducing wait times and bureaucracy in accessing essential benefits.
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Dr. Rod Joseph, a U.S. Army combat veteran and Purple Heart recipient, will champion expanded veterans' healthcare and support services, ensuring that every veteran has access to high-quality medical and mental health care. He will push for enhanced benefits, including housing, education, and the inclusion of family members in the Soldiers Continuum benefits plan, empowering veterans and their families to lead stable, successful lives after service. Additionally, he will advocate for streamlined VA processes and policies that prioritize veterans' needs, reducing wait times and bureaucracy in accessing essential benefits.
As an elected Congressman for District 20, Dr. Rod Joseph will champion policies that ensure economic access by simplifying processes for small business owners to secure capital and resources. His firsthand experience as an immigrant and businessman drives his commitment to advocating for reduced barriers, fostering a supportive ecosystem for minority-owned businesses. Rod will work to expand training and mentorship programs, giving local entrepreneurs the tools they need to succeed and create sustainable jobs within the district.
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As an elected Congressman for District 20, Dr. Rod Joseph will champion policies that ensure economic access by simplifying processes for small business owners to secure capital and resources. His firsthand experience as an immigrant and businessman drives his commitment to advocating for reduced barriers, fostering a supportive ecosystem for minority-owned businesses. Rod will work to expand training and mentorship programs, giving local entrepreneurs the tools they need to succeed and create sustainable jobs within the district.
As Congressman for District 20, Dr. Rod Joseph will be a fierce advocate for transformative job creation, leveraging his military experience and immigrant background to forge inclusive pathways to prosperity for all. He will launch initiatives that prioritize high-paying, skilled jobs in fields like technology, renewable energy, and manufacturing, ensuring that veterans, immigrants, and underserved residents have real opportunities for upward mobility. Rod will also push for robust support for small businesses, empowering local entrepreneurs and veterans to drive economic revitalization, while making District 20 a model for job innovation and economic resilience.
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As Congressman for District 20, Dr. Rod Joseph will be a fierce advocate for transformative job creation, leveraging his military experience and immigrant background to forge inclusive pathways to prosperity for all. He will launch initiatives that prioritize high-paying, skilled jobs in fields like technology, renewable energy, and manufacturing, ensuring that veterans, immigrants, and underserved residents have real opportunities for upward mobility. Rod will also push for robust support for small businesses, empowering local entrepreneurs and veterans to drive economic revitalization, while making District 20 a model for job innovation and economic resilience.
Dr. Rod Joseph, a U.S. Army Combat Veteran and Purple Heart recipient, understands the sacrifices our seniors have made and is committed to ensuring they receive the quality care they deserve. As your Congressman, he will advocate for better healthcare services and access to long-term care, while also working to protect Medicare and Social Security. Rod knows our seniors deserve financial security after a lifetime of strengthening our communities, and he’ll fight to make retirement income tax-exempt, so retirees can keep more of their hard-earned savings.
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Dr. Rod Joseph, a U.S. Army Combat Veteran and Purple Heart recipient, understands the sacrifices our seniors have made and is committed to ensuring they receive the quality care they deserve. As your Congressman, he will advocate for better healthcare services and access to long-term care, while also working to protect Medicare and Social Security. Rod knows our seniors deserve financial security after a lifetime of strengthening our communities, and he’ll fight to make retirement income tax-exempt, so retirees can keep more of their hard-earned savings.
As a Purple Heart recipient and Army combat veteran, Dr. Rod Joseph deeply understands the sacrifices made by first responders and law enforcement. If elected as District 20 U.S. Congressman, he will champion enhanced pensions and retirement plans to ensure financial security for them and their families. Rod is also committed to building strong partnerships between law enforcement, first responders, and the communities they serve, fostering trust and collaboration for safer neighborhoods
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As a Purple Heart recipient and Army combat veteran, Dr. Rod Joseph deeply understands the sacrifices made by first responders and law enforcement. If elected as District 20 U.S. Congressman, he will champion enhanced pensions and retirement plans to ensure financial security for them and their families. Rod is also committed to building strong partnerships between law enforcement, first responders, and the communities they serve, fostering trust and collaboration for safer neighborhoods
For some time now I believe that America has been hungering for a return to spiritual values that some of us fear we've tended to forget -- things like faith, families, family values, the bedrock of our nation. Thanks to the creation of new networks of faith by so many of you and your families, we're seeing more clearly again. We're remembering that freedom carries responsibilities.
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For some time now I believe that America has been hungering for a return to spiritual values that some of us fear we've tended to forget -- things like faith, families, family values, the bedrock of our nation. Thanks to the creation of new networks of faith by so many of you and your families, we're seeing more clearly again. We're remembering that freedom carries responsibilities.
To uphold the American dream in District 20—promoting opportunity, justice, and prosperity for all, while inspiring a brighter future for every generation.
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To uphold the American dream in District 20—promoting opportunity, justice, and prosperity for all, while inspiring a brighter future for every generation.
As an elected U.S. Congressman, Dr. Rod Joseph will prioritize legal empowerment for immigrants, working to streamline the path to citizenship for law-abiding individuals and families. He will advocate for federal funding toward education and job training programs to uplift local communities and enhance economic opportunities for all. By collaborating with local leaders, law enforcement, and first responders, he will address critical issues such as housing, healthcare, and employment, ensuring a safer and more resilient District 20. Additionally, he will champion policies that protect veterans’ and first respondents rights and benefits, drawing from his own experience as a combat veteran to represent those who serve our communities and country.
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As an elected U.S. Congressman, Dr. Rod Joseph will prioritize legal empowerment for immigrants, working to streamline the path to citizenship for law-abiding individuals and families. He will advocate for federal funding toward education and job training programs to uplift local communities and enhance economic opportunities for all. By collaborating with local leaders, law enforcement, and first responders, he will address critical issues such as housing, healthcare, and employment, ensuring a safer and more resilient District 20. Additionally, he will champion policies that protect veterans’ and first respondents rights and benefits, drawing from his own experience as a combat veteran to represent those who serve our communities and country.
Learn and Grow: Gain experience in community health, education, and sustainable development.
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Learn and Grow: Gain experience in community health, education, and sustainable development.
As a proud Haitian American, I understand the challenges and dreams of our Haitian and Caribbean families. I will fight to protect immigrant rights, improve education, and create economic opportunities so we can all thrive in the country we call home.
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As a proud Haitian American, I understand the challenges and dreams of our Haitian and Caribbean families. I will fight to protect immigrant rights, improve education, and create economic opportunities so we can all thrive in the country we call home.
Our community has been left behind for too long. I will push for criminal justice reform, better job opportunities, and stronger support for Black-owned businesses to ensure real progress, not empty promises.
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Our community has been left behind for too long. I will push for criminal justice reform, better job opportunities, and stronger support for Black-owned businesses to ensure real progress, not empty promises.
Hispanic and South American families deserve economic freedom, safer neighborhoods, and fair immigration policies that help hardworking individuals succeed. I will champion them to empower our next generation.
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Hispanic and South American families deserve economic freedom, safer neighborhoods, and fair immigration policies that help hardworking individuals succeed. I will champion them to empower our next generation.
Religious freedom is under attack, and I will defend the rights of Jewish and Orthodox communities to worship freely and safely. I will also ensure Israel remains a strong ally and that antisemitism has no place in America.
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Religious freedom is under attack, and I will defend the rights of Jewish and Orthodox communities to worship freely and safely. I will also ensure Israel remains a strong ally and that antisemitism has no place in America.
I will fight for policies that support hardworking immigrants, protect small businesses, and create opportunities for families seeking the American Dream—just as I did.
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I will fight for policies that support hardworking immigrants, protect small businesses, and create opportunities for families seeking the American Dream—just as I did.
Rod’s experience as an entrepreneur has shaped his approach to economic policy. He is focused on creating economic access and small business opportunities, aiming to provide a thriving environment where entrepreneurs can succeed and create jobs. Job creation is one of his primary goals, with a focus on policies that support workforce development, innovation, and economic growth for all.
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Rod’s experience as an entrepreneur has shaped his approach to economic policy. He is focused on creating economic access and small business opportunities, aiming to provide a thriving environment where entrepreneurs can succeed and create jobs. Job creation is one of his primary goals, with a focus on policies that support workforce development, innovation, and economic growth for all.
Rod’s military service, which includes being a Purple Heart recipient and a combat veteran, has shaped his approach to leadership and dedication to his country. His deep respect for veterans and their families drives his commitment to improving veterans’ benefits and healthcare, ensuring that those who have served our country receive the care and resources they deserve. Rod also advocates for military spouses and children, recognizing the sacrifices they make alongside those who serve. As a veteran, he is also deeply committed to fighting for the rights of veterans, ensuring that they have access to the support and opportunities needed for a successful transition to civilian life.
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Rod’s military service, which includes being a Purple Heart recipient and a combat veteran, has shaped his approach to leadership and dedication to his country. His deep respect for veterans and their families drives his commitment to improving veterans’ benefits and healthcare, ensuring that those who have served our country receive the care and resources they deserve. Rod also advocates for military spouses and children, recognizing the sacrifices they make alongside those who serve. As a veteran, he is also deeply committed to fighting for the rights of veterans, ensuring that they have access to the support and opportunities needed for a successful transition to civilian life.
Rod also recognizes the critical role of first responders and law enforcement in ensuring community safety. As a Purple Heart recipient, he understands the sacrifices made by these individuals. If elected, he will champion enhanced pensions and retirement plans to ensure their financial security and work to build stronger partnerships between law enforcement, first responders, and the communities they serve.
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Rod also recognizes the critical role of first responders and law enforcement in ensuring community safety. As a Purple Heart recipient, he understands the sacrifices made by these individuals. If elected, he will champion enhanced pensions and retirement plans to ensure their financial security and work to build stronger partnerships between law enforcement, first responders, and the communities they serve.
Dr. Rod Joseph is more than a U.S. Army combat veteran and Purple Heart recipient—he is a proven leader, a humanitarian, and a voice for the people. With 20 years of honorable military service and a Doctorate in Diplomacy & International Relations, Dr. Joseph has dedicated his life to defending America’s freedoms while fighting for fairness, opportunity, and justice both at home and abroad.
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Dr. Rod Joseph is more than a U.S. Army combat veteran and Purple Heart recipient—he is a proven leader, a humanitarian, and a voice for the people. With 20 years of honorable military service and a Doctorate in Diplomacy & International Relations, Dr. Joseph has dedicated his life to defending America’s freedoms while fighting for fairness, opportunity, and justice both at home and abroad.
Faith-based organizations should be protected from government interference.
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Faith-based organizations should be protected from government interference.
I will expand school choice and vocational training opportunities to ensure...
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I will expand school choice and vocational training opportunities to ensure...
Working across the aisle as a Member of Congressto support Florida's
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Working across the aisle as a Member of Congressto support Florida's
As a Member of Congress, I would fight for voting rights...
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As a Member of Congress, I would fight for voting rights...
I will work to lower prescription drug costs and ensure that...
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I will work to lower prescription drug costs and ensure that...
A Veteran Fighting for Change
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A Veteran Fighting for Change
Building a Better Future, One Policy at a Time
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Building a Better Future, One Policy at a Time
Border security and Immigration rights
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Border security and Immigration rights
Rod believes in family values, guided by his faith as a committed Christian. His faith shapes his views on issues such as seniors’ care, where he advocates for policies that improve healthcare and ensure that our elderly population receives the dignity and respect they deserve.
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Rod believes in family values, guided by his faith as a committed Christian. His faith shapes his views on issues such as seniors’ care, where he advocates for policies that improve healthcare and ensure that our elderly population receives the dignity and respect they deserve.
I support fully the path to citizenship for all immigrants, also we must fix the green card processing to allow faster reunion of families.
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I support fully the path to citizenship for all immigrants, also we must fix the green card processing to allow faster reunion of families.
If we focus too much on prioritizing climate change over taking care of our people such as healthcare needs, work access and opportunities, education access, and home ownership, it make no sense to me to spend billion on saving the planet while the people we intent to save it for can't even feed their families.
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If we focus too much on prioritizing climate change over taking care of our people such as healthcare needs, work access and opportunities, education access, and home ownership, it make no sense to me to spend billion on saving the planet while the people we intent to save it for can't even feed their families.
1) Push the small business access act that empower, trained stay home mothers to invest in running their business, when the women work the family must likely stay together. 2) I believe healthcare is a human right, i will fight for that, we gave billion out each year to foreign nations i am a big believer of taking care of my home first before i can help others.
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1) Push the small business access act that empower, trained stay home mothers to invest in running their business, when the women work the family must likely stay together. 2) I believe healthcare is a human right, i will fight for that, we gave billion out each year to foreign nations i am a big believer of taking care of my home first before i can help others.
The rights to speak, critics government official without the fear of persecutions from agencies of the government, this includes all social medias that chose to infringing on the rights of citizens for speaking out or critics government officials.
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The rights to speak, critics government official without the fear of persecutions from agencies of the government, this includes all social medias that chose to infringing on the rights of citizens for speaking out or critics government officials.
Congress has the rights to all federal agencies, while the president is the commander in chief that exercise authority that derive from congress.
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Congress has the rights to all federal agencies, while the president is the commander in chief that exercise authority that derive from congress.
If the federal government pass such laws, they must include in the provision of the bills the mean to help and facilitate our citizens to obtain those documents.
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If the federal government pass such laws, they must include in the provision of the bills the mean to help and facilitate our citizens to obtain those documents.
None, every parent should have the choice to choose the education for their children
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None, every parent should have the choice to choose the education for their children
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