The Navy Helicopter Pilot and Former NASA Chief of Staff Announced Endorsements From Central Florida Rep. RaShon Young and Maitland Mayor John Lowndes, After Raising Over $500,000 in Q2
Sanford, FL – Navy Combat Veteran Bale Dalton — who is running to unseat Congressman Cory Mills in Central Florida — raised nearly $510,000 over the past three months, bringing his total raised to over $1,200,000. The clear fundraising leader in Florida’s Seventh District for Democrats and Republicans, Dalton had over $760,000 in cash on hand as of June 30.
Dalton also announced key local endorsements today from Central Florida Rep. RaShon Young and Maitland Mayor John Lowndes.
Rep. RaShon Young expressed his support, saying:
“As one of the youngest members of the Florida House of Representatives, I know our communities are ready for a new generation of leadership that puts people first. That’s why I’m proud to endorse Bale Dalton for Congress. Bale has dedicated his life to serving our country as a Navy pilot, and I know he’ll bring that same integrity and commitment to public service in Washington. He understands that leadership is about serving others, standing up for working families, and delivering results. I believe Bale has the character and vision to lead, and I’m proud to stand with him.”
Maitland Mayor John Lowndes said:
“Bale Dalton has deep local roots and a lifetime of public service in the Navy and at NASA. As Mayor, I hear every day: Central Floridians want leaders who will lower the cost of living, serve with integrity, and protect the places that make Central Florida special. I know Bale Dalton is the leader who’s ready to win in November and deliver for Central Floridians, and I’m glad to support him.”
Dalton, expressed his gratitude for the support, saying:
“I’m so grateful to everyone who has believed in this campaign and helped create the strong, grassroots coalition that’s ready to take on Cory Mills in November. Central Floridians can’t wait any longer – we need a fighter who’s ready to tackle the rampant corruption in DC, and who will work to make Florida affordable again. I’m grateful for the backing of all of our supporters, along with the endorsements of Rep. Young and Mayor Lowndes, who are tireless public servants and fighters for Central Floridians.”
In addition to these endorsements, Dalton has earned the support of prominent Florida leaders, including former Reps. Val Demings and Stephanie Murphy, former U.S. Senator Bill Nelson, Rep. Kathy Castor, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, State Sen. LaVon Bracy Davis, State Rep. Rita Harris, and Commissioner for the City of Winter Springs, Sarah Baker. Dalton is the clear fundraising leader in the race, having outraised Congressman Cory Mills by over a 4:1 margin since launching in November.
ABOUT BALE DALTON:
Bale Dalton is a decorated Navy Reserve Captain and former NASA Chief of Staff who has always answered the call to serve America. One of four raised in a hardworking Central Florida family, Bale graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and has served in the U.S. Navy and Navy Reserve for 24 years. He deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, the Horn of Africa, and the Pacific, flying Navy helicopters and directing air combat support with Navy SEALs in Afghanistan.
Following active duty, he worked for Senator Bill Nelson, helping Florida veterans access the care and benefits they had earned. After an additional stint on active duty, Bale returned to government service as NASA Chief of Staff. At NASA, he managed 16,500 employees and helped run one of the federal government’s most effective agencies.
After a lifetime of service, Bale is now running against Congressman Cory Mills in Florida’s 7th Congressional District. Mills is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee for sexual misconduct, dating violence, and for improperly profiting from arms sales in government contracts. In October, a Florida judge issued a restraining order against Cory Mills, to protect his ex-girlfriend from blackmail and intimidation.
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