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Marcus Carter
Marcus Carter (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 9th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Biography
Marcus Carter was born in Kankakee, Illinois. Carter served in the U.S. Army from 2002 to 2007. His career experience includes working as an entrepreneur and in the intelligence industry.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Florida's 9th Congressional District election, 2024
Florida's 9th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Republican primary)
Florida's 9th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Florida District 9
Incumbent Darren Soto defeated Thomas Chalifoux and Marcus Carter in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 9 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Darren Soto (D) | 55.1 | 178,785 |
 | Thomas Chalifoux (R)  | 42.6 | 138,076 | |
 | Marcus Carter (No Party Affiliation) | 2.3 | 7,412 | |
| Total votes: 324,273 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Darren Soto advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 9.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 9
Thomas Chalifoux defeated John Quiñones and Jose Castillo in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 9 on August 20, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Thomas Chalifoux | 49.6 | 12,662 |
 | John Quiñones | 25.7 | 6,557 | |
 | Jose Castillo | 24.7 | 6,294 | |
| Total votes: 25,513 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Angel Rivera (R)
- Adianis Morales (R)
- Angel Coba (R)
- Lateresa Jones (R)
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Carter in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Marcus Carter completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Carter's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- The concept of democracy is lost, paved over by oligarchic motivations. This won't change, and things in our country won't improve, until we stand up and take charge ourselves. The days of party loyalty must end. The notion that traditional politics will solve our problems must die. And the collective disenfranchisement we, the people, have accumulated, must transform into the passion and energy it will require for us to reclaim the roles of leadership from compromised politicians. The time to stand and declare our independence is now!
- There is a mental health epidemic ravaging our nation. Addressing the causes of and finding real treatments for the wide variety of mental health conditions that are affecting our nation is as foundational to our future as it is urgent to us all. It's time to look past so-called solutions that have only worsened the problem by creating a pill-dependent population to the profit of Big Pharma with zero actual results or improvement. It's time to start thinking outside the box, reflecting on what's causing so many mentally ill Americans as well as how we can treat and prevent future illness.
- I wouldn't be running if I didn't believe in us as a nation and our ability to overcome any challenge the world may present. We are a unique nation, and each of us should reflect on how blessed we are to live in the greatest place on Earth. But decades of complacency and disinterest in our own democracy is the cause of our problems, not corrupt politicians. It is the absence of citizens truly dedicated to authentic representation that has invited corruption to fill the void. It's on us to get it back, and just as we always have, I believe we've got what it takes. I wouldn't be running if I didn't believe in what we're capable of as a nation.
The constant uncertainty and fear that accompany Jacob's condition have been an immense weight on my shoulders. Every day is filled with worry about his health, his future, and the countless medical decisions we must make on his behalf. The financial strain of medical bills and specialized care adds another layer of stress to our lives.
But amidst the struggle, there is also profound strength and resilience. Jacob's unwavering spirit and the support of our family and medical team inspire us to keep fighting. We've learned to cherish every small victory, whether it's a day without pain or a milestone reached against all odds.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 10, 2024
