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James Martin
Democratic nominee for U.S. House, Florida’s 21st District
$0
in backing from the pro-Israel PACs we track, 2016–2026
James Martin is the Democratic nominee for U.S. House in Florida’s 21st District on November 3, 2026, against Brian Mast (R, inc.). Backed by AIPAC or allied pro-Israel PACs: $0 (2016–2026).
Not a member of Congress: this page covers James Martin’s 2026 race. Members of Congress and governors have a page with their votes as well (the full list); this one isn’t counted in the site’s totals or lists.
Where the campaign’s money comes from
James Martin’s campaign has raised $821,779 in the 2026 election cycle through October 14, 2026, and had $50,898 in cash on hand at the end of that period.
- Individual donors$668,374
- The candidate’s own money and loans$150,001
- PACs and other committees$2,000
- Other$1,000
- Political party committees$404
From donors who gave over $200: $351,986 after refunds, in gifts through July 26, 2026; 73% from Florida, 27% from other states. Top states: Florida $256,222 (73%), South Dakota $11,010 (3%), Connecticut $10,750 (3%), California $10,500 (3%), South Carolina $7,500 (2%). About 230 donors. The FEC lists a gift by donor once the donor has given more than $200 (bulk file as of October 25, 2026; each gift counted once, refunds subtracted, no donor named).
Totals the campaign reported to the FEC (individual donors are not named). Reports lag: the latest one covers the period shown. FEC candidate page: H6FL21075 (2026 reports).
Money from the pro-Israel PACs we track
None of the pro-Israel PACs we track gave to James Martin’s campaign committees or reported outside spending for or against them in 2016–2026, in the FEC filings we read.
The race
- November 3, 2026. On the ballot: James Martin (Democratic); Brian Mast (Republican, incumbent); Alexander Cooke (No Party Affiliation)
- Incumbent: Brian Mast (R)
- Rating: Solid RAverage of 7; Likely R to Solid R
- Florida 21st District 2026: who’s running
- Every Florida race on the 2026 ballot
- Campaign site
How to vote in Florida
Early voting is available. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
- Dates and locations in Florida
- Check your registration on Florida’s election website
- Registration and ballot deadlines on Vote.gov for Florida
Ballots already cast in Florida: 2,602,813 (early in person and by mail, as of Oct 24; Florida Division of Elections): 33% of 2022 midterm turnout in Florida (7,796,916) · 19% of registered voters in Florida · by party registration in Florida: Democrats 40%, Republicans 40%, others 21%
About James Martin
Each line links its source. Background and endorsements are in our words; positions are quoted word for word from the source shown (the campaign’s or an official site, a questionnaire, or James Martin quoted in the news). Sources checked October 25, 2026. Listing an endorsement or a statement is not this site’s endorsement.
Background
- Chief of Staff for National Security Affairs and Executive Secretary, Office of the Vice President, 2022 to 2025. · jamesmartinforflorida.com (source for Chief of Staff for National Security Affairs and Executive Secretary, Office of the Vice President, 2022 to 2025.) (archived copy of the source for Chief of Staff for National Security Affairs and Executive Secretary, Office of the Vice President, 2022 to 2025.)
- U.S. Coast Guard veteran; holds a commission as a lieutenant commander in the Coast Guard Reserve. · jamesmartinforflorida.com (source for U.S. Coast Guard veteran; holds a commission as a lieutenant commander in the Coast Guard Reserve.) (archived copy of the source for U.S. Coast Guard veteran; holds a commission as a lieutenant commander in the Coast Guard Reserve.)
- Graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy with a degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. · jamesmartinforflorida.com (source for Graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy with a degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.) (archived copy of the source for Graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy with a degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.)
Endorsements
- Kamala Harris (former Vice President) · wlrn.org (source for the Kamala Harris (former Vice President) endorsement)
- Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida · wlrn.org (source for the Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida endorsement)
- Democratic Hispanic Caucus · wlrn.org (source for the Democratic Hispanic Caucus endorsement)
- Democratic Veterans Caucus of Florida · wlrn.org (source for the Democratic Veterans Caucus of Florida endorsement)
- West Palm Beach Democratic Club · wlrn.org (source for the West Palm Beach Democratic Club endorsement)
- Veterans for Responsible Leadership · wlrn.org (source for the Veterans for Responsible Leadership endorsement)
- Moms Demand Action (Gun Sense Candidate) · wlrn.org (source for the Moms Demand Action (Gun Sense Candidate) endorsement)
- End Citizens United (Unrig Candidate) · wlrn.org (source for the End Citizens United (Unrig Candidate) endorsement)
Others not listed.
Stated positions
- Israel and Gaza: “I think the conversation about Israel now is to agree that they probably don’t need subsidies. Then it becomes, ‘Should we sell arms to them as long as we are keeping with U.S. laws?’” October 20, 2026 · wlrn.org (source for Israel and Gaza statement)
- Campaign finance and super PACs: “James is committed to getting big money out of politics, banning members of Congress from trading stocks and making bets on insider information, and closing the revolving door between Capitol Hill and the K Street lobbying corridor.” 2026 · jamesmartinforflorida.com (source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement) (archived copy of the source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement)
- Health care: “I believe health care is a basic human right. People should have access to quality healthcare. If you like the insurance you have, you should be allowed to keep it, and if it stinks, you should have a public option.” October 20, 2026 · wlrn.org (source for Health care statement)
- Labor: No statement found (looked at jamesmartinforflorida.com (checked for Labor, page 1), jamesmartinforflorida.com (checked for Labor, page 2), wlrn.org (checked for Labor, page 3), cbs12.com (checked for Labor, page 4); October 25, 2026).
- Immigration: “I have seen what people go through to come here. We are a nation of laws, but we can treat people humanely. We now have deportation methods where cruelty is the point.” October 20, 2026 · wlrn.org (source for Immigration statement)
- Housing: “There is housing in Florida, but it is not attainable.” October 20, 2026 · wlrn.org (source for Housing statement)
Where this comes from
The same FEC ledger as every page on the site (how we count), read for each FEC candidate ID James Martin has used:
Photo of James Martin: Martin for Florida (photo of James Martin), used with permission.
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Questions and answers
Has James Martin been backed by AIPAC?
No. James Martin has had no backing from AIPAC's PAC or its super PAC, United Democracy Project, or from the other pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
How much pro-Israel PAC backing has James Martin had?
$0 from the pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
Where do these figures come from?
They come from FEC filings.