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New Bale Dalton Ad Lets His Republican Opponent Speak for Himself

SANFORD, FL – Today, Democratic candidate for Florida’s 7th Congressional District Bale Dalton released his second ad of the general election, featuring Republican candidate Ryan Elijah’s own words on the economy, Trump’s tariffs, gas prices driven up by the Iran war, and his intention to trade stocks if elected.

Battle for FL-07 Moves to “Toss Up”

SANFORD, FL – New analysis from Nate Silver rates Florida’s 7th Congressional District a “Toss Up” and the fourth most competitive House race in the nation, putting the Republican-held seat firmly in play less than one month before Election Day.

FL-07 Congressional Candidate Bale Dalton Unveils Anti-Corruption Plan

Sanford, FL – Today, Navy combat veteran  Bale Dalton unveiled a sweeping plan to crack down on corruption in Washington and stop public officials from profiting off public service.

Former TV Anchor Ryan Elijah Gets Stage Fright: Dodges Debates and Won’t Answer to Voters

Sanford, FL – Despite repeated invitations and follow-ups from local news station WESH 2, former TV anchor Ryan Elijah has refused to commit to a debate with Navy combat veteran and Democratic nominee Bale Dalton.

As Casualties In The Iran War Climb, And Costs Rise, TV Anchor Ryan Elijah Quips: “There Is A Cost Of Freedom”

Sanford, FL – In a new interview, Congressional Candidate Ryan Elijah, who the President said stands for “EVERYTHING MAGA,” was asked his position on how the Iran war was being handled. Elijah has expressed his support for the Iran war previously, saying “We’ve got to finish the job” in Iran. He doubled down on his support for the war, saying Floridians “understand there is a cost of freedom.”

Bale Dalton Calls for Prison Time for Corrupt Politicians Who Stole from Floridians

Sanford, FL – This week, Floridians learned that a grand jury investigating the Hope Florida scandal found that Tallahassee insiders stole $10 million of Florida taxpayers’ money that was supposed to be used to fund health insurance for poor children, and funnelled it through dark money political action committees and into the Republican Party of Florida’s bank account. As no one has taken responsibility for this decision, no criminal charges have been brought. While the grand jury called on the Florida legislature to take action, the next session will not begin until 2027.

Bale Dalton Calls for an End to the Iran War On the Six-Month Anniversary of the Conflict

Sanford, FL – Today, the U.S. war in Iran reached its six-month mark. Bale Dalton, a Navy combat veteran and the Democratic nominee in FL-07, issued the following statement regarding the ongoing conflict.

Florida Congresswoman Lois Frankel Endorses Bale Dalton in Campaign to Unseat Rep. Cory Mills

Sanford, FL – Today, Florida Congresswoman Lois Frankel announced her support for Navy combat veteran and former NASA Chief of Staff Bale Dalton, in the race to unseat Rep. Cory Mills in Florida’s Seventh District. 

Bale Dalton Slams Washington Plan to Spike Prescription Drug Costs

Today, Navy combat veteran and former NASA Chief of Staff Bale Dalton called for immediate relief for seniors, who are about to experience a massive increase in their prescription drug expenses.

Bale Dalton Releases First TV Ad in Campaign to Unseat Rep. Cory Mills

Sanford, FL – Navy Reserve Captain Bale Dalton has released his first TV ad, in the race to unseat Rep. Cory Mills in Florida’s Seventh District.

Bale Dalton Raises Over $1.2M in Race to Defeat Rep. Cory Mills, Secures Local Endorsements

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.

Former Rep. Val Demings Endorses Bale Dalton

Sanford, FL – Former Congresswoman and Orlando Chief of Police Val Demings announced her endorsement of Bale Dalton in Florida’s 7th Congressional District today, praising Dalton’s 24 years of military service and ability to bring together a winning coalition in November. 

Bale Dalton Calls for Rep. Cory Mills To Be Removed From Office

Sanford, FL – Bale Dalton, the Navy Reserve Captain and former NASA Chief of Staff running to unseat Rep. Cory Mills, issued the following statement: 

Bale Dalton Quadruples Congressman Cory Mills’s Fundraising 

Sanford, FL – For the second quarter in a row, Bale Dalton outraised Congressman Cory Mills by over a 4:1 ratio. In the first three months of the year, Dalton brought in over $345,000, ending the quarter with over $460,000 in cash on hand. 

Former Rep. Stephanie Murphy Endorses Bale Dalton

Former Rep. Stephanie Murphy, who represented Florida’s Seventh Congressional District in Congress from 2017-2023, endorsed Bale Dalton in his race against Congressman Cory Mills today. 

Rep. Kathy Castor Endorses Bale Dalton

Sanford, FL – Congresswoman Kathy Castor (FL-14) announced her endorsement of Bale Dalton in Florida’s 7th Congressional District today.

Bale Dalton Raises Over $340,000 In Just Six Weeks

After launching his campaign to unseat Congressman Cory Mills on November 17, Bale Dalton raised over $340,000 in just six weeks. Dalton, a Navy Captain and former NASA Chief of Staff, closed the year with approximately $300,000 in cash on hand. Congressman Mills, in contrast, reported just $134,000 in cash on hand in his latest filings from September 30th. 

Rep. Cory Mills Votes to Raise Floridians’ Health Care Costs — Again

Sanford, FL – Today, the House of Representatives passed a bipartisan measure to lower the cost of health insurance premiums on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace. Rep. Cory Mills voted against the measure, even though 114,000 of his constituents rely on the ACA marketplace for coverage. 

Bale Dalton, Naval Aviator and former NASA Chief of Staff, announces $200,000 raised in just one week

Sanford, FL – Bale Dalton, a distinguished Naval aviator and former NASA Chief of Staff, announced raising $200,000 in just one week since launching his campaign for Congress in Florida’s 7th Congressional district. This fundraising total puts Bale in a strong position to defeat Rep. Cory Mills, who reported just $134,000 cash on hand as of September 30.