John Peters (Florida)

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John Peters

Republican Party

Candidate, U.S. House Florida District 16

Elections and appointments

Last election

August 20, 2024

Next election

August 18, 2026

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Christian

Profession

Businessman

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John Peters (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 16th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on August 18, 2026.^[source]

Peters also ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 14th Congressional District. He will not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on August 18, 2026.

Peters completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

John Peters' career experience includes being a business owner.

Elections

2026

See also: Florida's 14th Congressional District election, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on August 18, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

Democratic primary

Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 14

Incumbent Kathy Castor (D) and Juan Arauz (D) are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 14 on August 18, 2026.

		Candidate
		Kathy Castor
		Juan Arauz

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Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 14

Erik Mishiyev (R), Robert Rochford (R), Gavriel E. Soriano (R), Dan Weldon (R), and Shay Williams (R) are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 14 on August 18, 2026.

		Candidate
		Erik Mishiyev
		Robert Rochford
		Gavriel E. Soriano
		Dan Weldon
		Shay Williams

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• John Peters (R)
• John Wick (R)

Endorsements

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2024

See also: Florida's 14th Congressional District election, 2024

Florida's 14th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Republican primary)

Florida's 14th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Florida District 14

Incumbent Kathy Castor defeated Robert Rochford, Christopher Bradley, and Nathaniel Snyder in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 14 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Kathy Castor (D)	56.9	199,423
		Robert Rochford (R)	41.6	145,643
		Christopher Bradley (No Party Affiliation)	0.7	2,595
		Nathaniel Snyder (L)	0.7	2,524

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 350,185
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Kathy Castor advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 14.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 14

Robert Rochford defeated John Peters, Ehsan Joarder, and Neelam Perry in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 14 on August 20, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Robert Rochford	54.1	15,575
		John Peters	27.0	7,771
		Ehsan Joarder	13.3	3,837
		Neelam Perry	5.5	1,594

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 28,777
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Renee Marsella (R)

Libertarian primary election

The Libertarian primary election was canceled. Nathaniel Snyder advanced from the Libertarian primary for U.S. House Florida District 14.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Peters in this election.

Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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John Peters did not complete Ballotpedia's 2026 Candidate Connection survey.

2024

John Peters completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Peters' responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am the common sense candidate. I have only missed 5 days of work since 1992. I am committed to dedicating my full effort to addressing the issues in this country. We need to take the D and R out of our politics and remember we are all Americans first. This country has problems that can be solved but we need people willing to look for solutions and do what is right for our country, leaving the political circus behind us.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• By voting for me, you'll have a representative dedicated to serving all residents in this district with unwavering commitment every day.
• While many elected officials discuss term limits, I intend to prioritize it early on in my tenure. Some members of Congress have turned their service into a long-standing career, losing sight of community service in the process.
• To achieve progress, we must seek solutions that benefit our country. Regardless of political affiliations, we shouldn't let partisan ties hinder us from addressing issues and doing what is in the best interest of our nation.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I'm particularly enthusiastic about implementing term limits and introducing innovative perspectives to Congress for effective problem-solving. Selling large quantities of oil from our strategic reserves without a restocking plan is a shared concern. We need sensible, bipartisan solutions that prioritize the well-being of all Americans. I'm committed to collaborating across political lines to enhance our nation's security, including securing our borders.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

A fundamental principle for elected officials, especially in their roles as Congresspersons, is prioritizing what is right for America over personal political beliefs. Serving the best interests of the entire nation, not just a faction, is crucial for the well-being of all Americans.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

The qualities I bring include a commitment to be present daily, dedicating my full effort to seek answers and solutions for our challenges. I'm open to engaging with anyone, regardless of political background, who shares a common goal of finding solutions.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

God Bless the U.S.A. by Lee Greenwood

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

In the coming decade, the United States will face various challenges, including producing fuel, energy, and food. Strengthening our nation is crucial to deter military challenges, emphasizing robust borders to prevent terrorist threats. Yet, fostering unity, gratitude, and aligning our actions with shared values is perhaps among the most vital aspects of our collective responsibility.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Just as the presidency has term limits, the Senate and Congress of the United States should also be subject to such limits.

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Campaign finance summary

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John Peters campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2026*	U.S. House Florida District 14	Withdrew primary	$9,443	$8,843
2026*	U.S. House Florida District 16	Candidacy Declared primary	$9,443	$8,843
2024	U.S. House Florida District 14	Lost primary	$68,156	$68,156
Grand total			$87,041	$85,841
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Election Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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Footnotes

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Florida's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Ashley Moody (R)

Rick Scott (R)

Representatives

District 1

Jimmy Patronis (R)

District 2

Neal Dunn (R)

District 3

Kat Cammack (R)

District 4

Aaron Bean (R)

District 5

John Rutherford (R)

District 6

Randy Fine (R)

District 7

Cory Mills (R)

District 8

Mike Haridopolos (R)

District 9

Darren Soto (D)

District 10

Maxwell Frost (D)

District 11

Daniel Webster (R)

District 12

Gus Bilirakis (R)

District 13

Anna Luna (R)

District 14

Kathy Castor (D)

District 15

Laurel Lee (R)

District 16

Vern Buchanan (R)

District 17

Greg Steube (R)

District 18

Scott Franklin (R)

District 19

Byron Donalds (R)

District 20

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D)

District 21

Brian Mast (R)

District 22

Lois Frankel (D)

District 23

Jared Moskowitz (D)

District 24

Frederica Wilson (D)

District 25

Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D)

District 26

Mario Diaz-Balart (R)

District 27

Maria Elvira Salazar (R)

District 28

Carlos Gimenez (R)

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Democratic Party (8)