Jacksonville, Fl — Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry says he gave it some consideration but will not run for the newly drawn seat in Congress.
Because the new seat is important for the city’s future, Curry says he’ll meet with prospective candidates, offer support, and encourage others to support the Republican he believes is best positioned to help achieve the city’s best future.
The new district will replace a Jacksonville-to-Tallahassee seat held by Rep. Al Lawson (D-Tallahassee).
"Once again, DeSantis is showing Florida voters that he is governing the state as a dictator..." #FL05 #FlaPol #redistricting https://t.co/C5byaoMrnw
— US Rep. Al Lawson Jr (@RepAlLawsonJr) April 21, 2022
4. After some time to reflect, I will continue to serve Jax as Mayor until the end of my second term. The next year and a half, I will finish what I started and ensure Jax is in position to continue its record growth and progress.
— Lenny Curry (@lennycurry) April 21, 2022
Curry also predicts the primary will be brutal.
“Well, it should be. My default is always to stand against a lifetime in elected office”, Curry said on Twitter.
The qualifying deadline is in June. We expect several people to consider a run including: Senator Aaron Bean, former Senator Rob Bradley, Representative Jason Fischer, and Jax Chamber President Dan Davis.
Duval County Property Appraiser Jerry Holland tells WOKV News he will not seek the seat, instead he’s sticking in the race for Supervisor of Elections.
“I support Aaron Bean”, Holland said.
Legislative adoption of the map from our Gov means more Jax representation in DC. I want to thank & commend FL leaders for recognizing the importance of our City. This map has brought overwhelming support & encouragement for me to run for this seat
— Lenny Curry (@lennycurry) April 21, 2022
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