- Eddie Speir is announcing his candidacy for the open Florida congressional seat previously held by retiring 10-term Congressman Vern Buchanan.
- Speir is positioning himself as a “passionate conservative,” focusing his campaign on challenging the GOP establishment.
- One of Speir’s key campaign promises is to remove so-called “RINOs,” or “Republicans in Name Only,” suggesting a firm stance against moderate or traditional elements within the party.
- The candidacy is described as “insurgent,” indicating a grassroots approach aimed at shaking up the expected political dynamics within the party.
- Speir’s campaign is set against the backdrop of a significant shift in the GOP landscape, reflecting broader national conversations around party loyalty and conservative values.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/conservative-firebrand-vows-purge-rinos-battle-replace-retiring-vern-buchanan-open-florida-seat)