Diaz-Balart's extensive public service career began in municipal governance before he was elected to the Florida House of Representatives (1988–1992, 2000–2002) and the Florida Senate (1992–2000). First elected to Congress in 2002, he is currently the Dean of the Florida Congressional Delegation. He wields significant institutional influence as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Appropriations and Chair of the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Subcommittee.
Campaigning as a senior constitutional conservative and hawkish defense advocate, Diaz-Balart focuses on strong international alliances, strict fiscal restraint, and targeted immigration reforms.
Currently represents District 26





