2026 Elections · Florida

Florida's 23rd Congressional District Candidates 2026

See every declared 2026 U.S. House candidate running in this Florida congressional district, with FEC campaign finance and where they stand on the issues.

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Who is running in Florida's 23rd Congressional District in 2026?

Lois Frankel (Democratic) and Deborah Adeimy (Republican).

Where they stand

Sources under every entry. Sentences are AI-written from the linked source.

Where they differ: Lois Frankel supports lowering costs for groceries, gas, housing, and prescription drugs, and she voted yea on bills supporting technology use, capital access, terrorism risk insurance, child welfare, and financial exploitation prevention but nay on privacy in purchases 123. She also highlights capping insulin costs at $35 a month and prescription costs at $2,000 as achievements and voted yea on acts reauthorizing early care, rural care, and patient support but nay on bills limiting Medicaid and lowering health care premiums 78. Deborah Adeimy supports a strong American economy through experienced representatives on key financial committees to address government mismanagement and excessive spending, and she believes inflation is taxation without legislation caused by government overspending 414. She advocates for affordable healthcare by encouraging cooperation between insurance companies and drug manufacturers and emphasizes the importance of pharmaceutical innovation 9.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 17, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssueLois FrankelDemocraticDeborah AdeimyRepublican
Economy & Jobs

Frankel works to bring down costs for Floridians and protect Social Security and Medicare to support economic security for seniors and families.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Frankel supports lowering costs for families to afford groceries, gas, housing, and prescription drugs.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Frankel votes yea on bills supporting technology use, capital access, terrorism risk insurance, child welfare, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on privacy in purchases.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Adeimy supports a strong American economy with experienced representatives on key financial committees to counter government mismanagement and excessive spending.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Economy & Jobs: Lois Frankel works to reduce costs for Floridians and protect Social Security and Medicare to enhance economic security for seniors and families 1. She supports lowering costs for groceries, gas, housing, and prescription drugs 2. Frankel voted yea on bills supporting technology use, capital access, terrorism risk insurance, child welfare, and financial exploitation prevention, but voted nay on privacy in purchases 3. Deborah Adeimy supports a strong American economy through experienced representatives on key financial committees to address government mismanagement and excessive spending 4.
Healthcare

Frankel supports protecting and expanding Medicare and Medicaid, opposing cuts and privatization, and ensuring affordable, high-quality healthcare including maternal and reproductive services.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Frankel supports access to affordable, quality health care for everyone.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Frankel touts capping insulin at $35 a month and prescription costs at $2,000 as wins to build on while restoring ACA tax credits.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

Frankel votes yea on acts reauthorizing early care, rural care, and patient support, but nay on bills limiting Medicaid and lowering health care premiums.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Adeimy supports affordable healthcare through cooperation between insurance companies and drug manufacturers and values the work of scientists and hospital workers.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Immigration

Frankel calls ICE operations 'inhumane' and harmful to the South Florida economy, while backing comprehensive immigration reform.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

Frankel votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills, but yea on a resolution relating to a national emergency declared by the President.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Adeimy supports legal immigration that strengthens America and opposes illegal and forced entry that strains resources and threatens safety.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Immigration: Lois Frankel calls ICE operations 'inhumane' and harmful to the South Florida economy, while backing comprehensive immigration reform 1. She votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills, but yea on a resolution relating to a national emergency declared by the President 2. Deborah Adeimy supports legal immigration that strengthens America and opposes illegal and forced entry that strains resources and threatens safety 3.
Public Safety & Crime

Frankel opposes efforts to restrict voting rights and gerrymander districts, defending democracy and fair elections.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Frankel votes yea on acts enhancing guard and prison staff safety, but nay on bills about privacy, gun rights for veterans, cashless bail, and violent offender restrictions.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Abortion

Frankel supports reproductive freedom including abortion rights, birth control, and all reproductive healthcare, and is a lead sponsor of the Women’s Health Protection Act.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Taxes & Government Spending

Frankel votes yea on tax relief and trade extension acts, but nay on budget resolutions and appropriations for national security, agriculture, and related agencies.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Adeimy believes inflation is taxation without legislation caused by government overspending and supports aggressive actions to correct fiscal mismanagement.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Taxes & Government Spending: Lois Frankel votes yea on tax relief and trade extension acts, but nay on budget resolutions and appropriations for national security, agriculture, and related agencies 1. Deborah Adeimy believes inflation is taxation without legislation caused by government overspending and supports aggressive actions to correct fiscal mismanagement 2.
Energy & Environment

Frankel votes yea on diesel emissions reduction and conservation initiatives, but nay on disapproving EPA rules and on bills about fuel retailer choice and heating assistance.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Adeimy pledges to work to protect Florida’s water systems and environment from overdevelopment and harmful agricultural practices.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Energy & Environment: Lois Frankel votes yea on diesel emissions reduction and conservation initiatives, but nay on disapproving EPA rules and on bills about fuel retailer choice and heating assistance 1. Deborah Adeimy pledges to work to protect Florida’s water systems and environment from overdevelopment and harmful agricultural practices 2.
Foreign Policy & Defense

Frankel supports providing resources to Israel for defense and combating antisemitism.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Frankel votes yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from hostilities with Iran and Lebanon, on a veterans clinic naming, and on Ukraine support, but nay on the 2027 defense authorization.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 16, 2026AI-written

Adeimy supports strong U.S. leadership in space exploration and defense to counter adversaries like Russia and China.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Foreign Policy & Defense: Lois Frankel supports providing resources to Israel for defense and combating antisemitism 1. She voted yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from hostilities with Iran and Lebanon, on a veterans clinic naming, and on Ukraine support, but nay on the 2027 defense authorization 2. Deborah Adeimy supports strong U.S. leadership in space exploration and defense to counter adversaries like Russia and China 3.

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Economy & Jobs?

Lois Frankel works to reduce costs for Floridians and protect Social Security and Medicare to enhance economic security for seniors and families. She supports lowering costs for groceries, gas, housing, and prescription drugs. Frankel voted yea on bills supporting technology use, capital access, terrorism risk insurance, child welfare, and financial exploitation prevention, but voted nay on privacy in purchases. Deborah Adeimy supports a strong American economy through experienced representatives on key financial committees to address government mismanagement and excessive spending.

How do the candidates differ on Immigration?

Lois Frankel calls ICE operations 'inhumane' and harmful to the South Florida economy, while backing comprehensive immigration reform. She votes nay on multiple immigration enforcement and security bills, but yea on a resolution relating to a national emergency declared by the President. Deborah Adeimy supports legal immigration that strengthens America and opposes illegal and forced entry that strains resources and threatens safety.

How do the candidates differ on Taxes & Government Spending?

Lois Frankel votes yea on tax relief and trade extension acts, but nay on budget resolutions and appropriations for national security, agriculture, and related agencies. Deborah Adeimy believes inflation is taxation without legislation caused by government overspending and supports aggressive actions to correct fiscal mismanagement.

How do the candidates differ on Energy & Environment?

Lois Frankel votes yea on diesel emissions reduction and conservation initiatives, but nay on disapproving EPA rules and on bills about fuel retailer choice and heating assistance. Deborah Adeimy pledges to work to protect Florida’s water systems and environment from overdevelopment and harmful agricultural practices.

How do the candidates differ on Foreign Policy & Defense?

Lois Frankel supports providing resources to Israel for defense and combating antisemitism. She voted yea on resolutions directing removal of US forces from hostilities with Iran and Lebanon, on a veterans clinic naming, and on Ukraine support, but nay on the 2027 defense authorization. Deborah Adeimy supports strong U.S. leadership in space exploration and defense to counter adversaries like Russia and China.