FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — Republican U.S. Representative Brian Mast has officially launched his re-election campaign for Florida’s 21st Congressional District.

In his announcement, Rep. Mast stated, “Since my first day in Congress, my focus has been simple: serve the Treasure Coast and Palm Beaches with the same grit and dedication I gave to our country in the Army. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to swing the bat for you every day.”

Mast went on to highlight his commitment to conservative values, saying, “I am running for re-election in Florida’s 21st Congressional District. The radical left in Washington is already threatening ‘maximum warfare’ because they are terrified of a Florida that accurately reflects our conservative values—values rooted in the Constitution, individual liberty, and the conservation of Florida’s natural beauty.”

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In the 2024 election, Rep. Mast won re-election by a margin of 23.6 points in the current 21st congressional district.

This announcement comes shortly after the Florida Senate approved a new redistricting map, which has now been sent to Governor Ron DeSantis for final approval.