FL-14’s MAGA Leader

Rocky Rochford’s campaign for Florida’s Congressional District 14 in 2026 has ignited enthusiasm among supporters who declare, “We finally have the right candidate to defeat his Democrat opponent.” With a 33-year U.S. Navy career leading 2,400 personnel and managing $73 million budgets and $300 billion in assets, Rochford’s proven leadership far surpasses her record, which relies on establishment support and a mere two bills passed into law over 20 years, both for renaming post offices. Rochford’s “Unbought and Committed” platform, fueled by grassroots donations in 2024, rejects corporate PACs and contrasts sharply with her $1.5 million in special interest funds and 98% alignment with Biden’s agenda. His commitment to crafting impactful legislation, such as the Tampa Bay Affordability Act, Immigration Reform Act, and Children’s Bill of Rights, reflects a dedication to addressing affordability, border security, parental rights, and veterans’ services, resonating with Hillsborough’s almost R+20,000 voter edge.

Unlike his opponent, whose legislative efforts lack bipartisan support and rarely advance beyond introduction, Rochford brings a disciplined approach to lawmaking, honed by his Navy experience briefing Congress and overseeing $5.4 billion for critical programs. He will introduce bills with thorough preparation, targeting appropriate House committees and subcommittees, and building bipartisan coalitions with veteran legislators and Senate allies. This strategy ensures his proposals, like the Tampa Bay Affordability Act to reduce housing costs by at least 10%, have a fighting chance to become law, addressing District 14’s $400,000 median home prices and 30–50% insurance hikes. Rochford’s commitment to results over rhetoric, positions him as a true representative who amplifies constituent voices in Washington.

Rochford’s campaign, “Rocky’s Navy,” thrives on grassroots momentum, engaging diverse communities across Tampa Bay. His work with the Dream Builders Mission in Sulphur Springs, donating 2,500 pounds of turkey and toys for 650 children, and partnerships with Latino, Hispanic, Vietnamese, and Indian American communities demonstrate a year-round commitment to District 14. By hosting round-tables with leaders from Venezuelan, Cuban, and Nicaraguan exile communities, Rochford fights socialism and promotes economic growth, aiming to establish Tampa and St. Petersburg as an IT hub with diverse expertise. These efforts, backed by his Tampa Bay Rough Riders membership, contrast with his opponent's neglect of key areas like St. Petersburg and Sulphur Springs, as noted by her 20 years of failures.

To compete with her $1.6 million spending in 2024, Rochford aims to raise at least $2 million, leveraging community engagement to close the fundraising gap in 2024. Money buys exposure—mailers, ads, billboards, and canvassing—but Rochford’s authentic leadership wins votes. With Democrats’ voter lead evaporating from 66,000 in 2022 to now almost R+20,000, and national sentiment shifting toward conservative priorities like border security and parental rights, Rochford’s campaign is poised to flip District 14. By investing in a proven leader who delivers for families, veterans, and businesses, voters can ensure a brighter future. Rochford is ready to take the helm, bringing common-sense legislation and unwavering commitment to Tampa Bay.