Since 2016, nine former members of Congress have run in Florida, of whom four are running in 2026
In the 2026 election cycle, 22 former members of Congress have announced candidacies for non-consecutive House terms, including 13 Democrats and 9 Republicans. As of late June, six have lost primaries, four have advanced, and three have withdrawn. Florida has seen nine former congressional members run since 2016, with four competing in 2026.
Key Points
- 22 former House members are seeking comeback bids in 2026, split between 13 Democrats and 9 Republicans
- Early primary results show mixed outcomes: 6 eliminated, 4 advanced to general elections, 3 withdrew
- Florida has emerged as a hotbed for congressional comebacks, with 4 former members running in 2026