Former Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer topped four rivals in the Republican primary for U.S. House in Florida’s 25th Congressional District.
The district covers parts of Palm Beach and Broward counties. With all precincts reporting, Singer had about 31.4% of the vote, beating out George Moraitis (27.5%), Dan Franzese (25.7%), Joe Kaufman and Raven Harrison.
National Republican Congressional Comittee Chairman Richard Hudson issued a statement that read: "Congratulations to America First patriot Scott Singer! As the Mayor of Boca Raton, Singer voted to cut taxes, balanced budgets, and created jobs. Floridians are fired up to send him to Congress and send Jared Moskowitz, the least effective Democrat in Florida, packing."
The winner faces U.S. Rep.
Jared Moskowitz in the Nov. 3 election. Moskowitz defeated Oliver Larkin in the Democratic primary.
Singer, 49, of Boca Raton, is mayor of Boca Raton, a former Boca Raton City Council member, an attorney and a small business owner.
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Singer said his priorities include providing tax relief for families and businesses, reducing federal spending and regulations, strengthening border security and national security, and promoting government accountability.
He supports expanding tax cuts, banning congressional stock trading, imposing congressional term limits, requiring proof of citizenship for federal elections through the SAVE America Act, and restricting federal funding for educational institutions that receive certain foreign support.
Peter Jassenoff is registered under the Libertarian Party of Florida, and was running unopposed.
The newly drawn District 25 stretches roughly from the Delray Beach/Boca Raton area south to Miami Beach.
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Kaufman, 56, of Fort Lauderdale, is chairman and CEO of Kaufman Security, a Shillman Fellow at the David Horowitz Freedom Center, and a writer and researcher who has contributed to FrontPage Magazine and the Middle East Forum.
Kaufman said his priorities are focused on his S.E.A. Plan, which stands for Security, Economic Prosperity and Affordability. He said the plan would expand healthcare options through greater use of Health Savings Accounts, address housing affordability through tax relief for homeowners insurance and allowing first-time homebuyers to use 401(k) funds for down payments, and promote job creation and economic growth. He also supports expanding vocational and technical education programs to help students develop workforce skills and enter high-paying careers.
Moraitis, 55, of Fort Lauderdale, is a real estate attorney, former Florida state representative and former U.S. Navy submarine warfare officer.
Fant said his priorities include improving affordability, strengthening national security and border enforcement, and protecting individual freedoms.
He said his background in the military, law and public service has prepared him to address challenges facing the country and improve the effectiveness of government. He also supports efforts to reduce the cost of living and promote economic growth.
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According to his campaign website, Franzese is a financial executive, businessman and community leader who was the Republican nominee for Florida's 22nd Congressional District in 2024.
His campaign priorities center on economic growth, reducing inflation, lowering taxes, cutting government waste and applying business principles to government. Franzese said his decades of experience in finance, investment management and business development have prepared him to address fiscal challenges and create jobs.
According to her campaign website, Harrison is a conservative political commentator, author, podcast host and activist known as the "Conservative Warrior."
Her campaign priorities center on faith, family, parental rights and conservative values. She said she supports policies that protect parental involvement in education, defend religious liberty, promote patriotism and advance causes aligned with the Christian conservative movement.
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A closer look at the Republican candidates for U.S. House District 25
U.S. House District 25 candidate Joseph Kaufman, Republican
Joseph Kaufman, 56, of Fort Lauderdale, is chairman and CEO of Kaufman Security, a Shillman Fellow at the David Horowitz Freedom Center, and a writer and researcher who has contributed to FrontPage Magazine and the Middle East Forum. He is also a member of the Broward County Republican Executive Committee. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland.
Kaufman says his priorities are focused on his S.E.A. Plan, which stands for Security, Economic Prosperity and Affordability. He said the plan would expand healthcare options through greater use of Health Savings Accounts, address housing affordability through tax relief for homeowners insurance and allowing first-time homebuyers to use 401(k) funds for down payments, and promote job creation and economic growth. He also supports expanding vocational and technical education programs to help students develop workforce skills and enter high-paying careers.
Asked why voters should choose him, Kaufman pointed to his background in national security and counterterrorism, saying he has spent much of his career working to protect the country and identify security threats. He said his top priorities would be strengthening national security, addressing affordability challenges facing South Florida residents, expanding healthcare choices and protecting Social Security and Medicare benefits for seniors. Kaufman also said he is motivated by concerns about the country's future and wants to preserve opportunity, freedom and economic security for the next generation.
U.S. House District 25 candidate George Moraitis, Republican
George Moraitis, 55, of Fort Lauderdale, is a real estate attorney, former Florida state representative and former U.S. Navy submarine warfare officer. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science from the U.S. Naval Academy and a law degree from the University of Florida College of Law. Fant served in the Navy from 1992 to 1999 and represented Jacksonville-area constituents in the Florida House from 2010 to 2018.
Fant says his priorities include improving affordability, strengthening national security and border enforcement, and protecting individual freedoms. He said his background in the military, law and public service has prepared him to address challenges facing the country and improve the effectiveness of government. He also supports efforts to reduce the cost of living and promote economic growth.
Asked why voters should choose him, Fant pointed to what he described as a lifetime of public service through his military career, legal practice and service in the Florida Legislature. He said he would focus on addressing housing, health care, insurance and education costs, supporting economic development through improvements at Port Everglades, and protecting South Florida's environment through beach renourishment and Everglades restoration. Fant also said his experience working with members of both parties has helped him deliver results while maintaining conservative principles.
U.S. House District 25 candidate Scott Singer, Republican
Scott Singer, 49, of Boca Raton, is mayor of Boca Raton, a former Boca Raton City Council member, an attorney and a small business owner. He is a graduate of Pine Crest School and holds a bachelor's degree in government from Harvard University and a law degree from Georgetown University Law Center.
Singer says his priorities include providing tax relief for families and businesses, reducing federal spending and regulations, strengthening border security and national security, and promoting government accountability. He supports expanding tax cuts, banning congressional stock trading, imposing congressional term limits, requiring proof of citizenship for federal elections through the SAVE America Act, and restricting federal funding for educational institutions that receive certain foreign support.
Asked why voters should choose him, Singer pointed to his record as mayor, saying he has implemented policies to lower taxes, support law enforcement, cut red tape and encourage economic growth. He said he would focus on improving affordability, investing in coastal infrastructure, protecting beaches and water systems, and reducing government waste. Singer also said that his four decades in the district, experience as a small business owner and leadership in Boca Raton have prepared him to deliver results and provide effective representation in Congress.
U.S. House District 25 candidate Dan Franzese, Republican
Dan Franzese did not reply to a questionnaire from The Palm Beach Post.
Information below is from his campaign website:
Dan Franzese is a financial executive, businessman and community leader who was the Republican nominee for Florida's 22nd Congressional District in 2024. He earned a bachelor's degree in political science, with honors, from Amherst College and an MBA in finance and management from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Franzese spent nearly a decade managing investments for a major pension fund, later became a bond market specialist at Merrill Lynch, and helped raise tens of billions of dollars in growth capital for companies. He also has held multiple federal and state securities licenses and has been active in youth sports, church leadership and entrepreneurship.
His campaign priorities center on economic growth, reducing inflation, lowering taxes, cutting government waste and applying business principles to government. Franzese said his decades of experience in finance, investment management and business development have prepared him to address fiscal challenges and create jobs. He also highlights his community involvement, faith-based leadership and support for conservative causes.
"I am a problem solver and a consensus builder with a decades-long track record of success in finance, business and community leadership. I have raised capital that helped create thousands of jobs, managed complex financial transactions and helped organizations achieve balanced budgets and stronger financial footing.
"I grew up learning the value of hard work, built a successful career in business and finance, and have spent years serving my community, church and local youth organizations. I believe those experiences uniquely qualify me to represent our district and help lead our country forward."
U.S. House District 25 candidate Raven Harrison, Republican
Raven Harrison did not reply to a questionnaire from The Palm Beach Post.
Information below is from her campaign website:
Raven Harrison is a conservative political commentator, author, podcast host and activist known as the "Conservative Warrior." Raised in a military family, she built a career in corporate marketing and worked on major campaigns for global brands after being mentored by advertising executive David Ogilvy. Harrison is also the host of the podcast Raven's Radar and a contributor to Fox News Radio.
Her campaign priorities center on faith, family, parental rights and conservative values. She said she supports policies that protect parental involvement in education, defend religious liberty, promote patriotism and advance causes aligned with the Christian conservative movement. Harrison also cites grassroots activism and coalition-building within conservative circles as key parts of her public service work.
"I have built my life around faith, family and service, and I have never been afraid to stand up for the values that made America strong. My advocacy began when I saw firsthand the need to defend the rights of parents and students, and that commitment continues to drive me today.
"Whether through political activism, media, public speaking or community outreach, I remain dedicated to defending American ideals and ensuring that future generations inherit a nation rooted in freedom, faith and conservative principles."
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