Dave Weldon Backs Juan Garcia to Take On Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Former U.S. Rep. Dave Weldon, R-Fla., announced on Thursday night that he was backing Juan Garcia in the Republican primary to challenge U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla.

I am proud to endorse Juan Garcia for U.S. Congress in the 23rd District of Florida, Weldon said. As a former congressman myself, I am well aware of our countrys need for politicians who will truly devote themselves to public service, rather than to their own political careers. Juan Garcia is that kind of person.

Despite his humble background, he has been successful in the military, in ministry, and in business, Weldon added. He is a dedicated family man with a wife and children who stand behind him, which is very important to me. Juan is also a recognized leader in the Hispanic community which is a large part of this district. He knows the people, he shares their values, and he will represent them well in Congress. He is ready to fight for their needs and not the special interests of Washington.

Juan is also a true conservative Republican and has values and beliefs that this nation desperately needs, Weldon concluded. He will work hard to get our economy going, to get people back to work, and to fight for the values that made this nation great.

Weldon ran for the Republican nomination to challenge U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Fla., back in 2012 but lost out to then-U.S. Rep. Connie Mack, R-Fla. Wasserman Schultz, the chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), is ranked by most pundits to be safe in November in a solidly Democratic district.