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Matthew Montavon
Democratic nominee for U.S. House, Florida’s 17th District
$0
in backing from the pro-Israel PACs we track, 2016–2026
Matthew Montavon is the Democratic nominee for U.S. House in Florida’s 17th District on November 3, 2026, against Greg Steube (R, inc.). Backed by AIPAC or allied pro-Israel PACs: $0 (2016–2026).
Not a member of Congress: this page covers Matthew Montavon’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
Matthew Montavon’s campaign has raised $156,274 in the 2026 election cycle through October 14, 2026, and had $25,123 in cash on hand at the end of that period.
- Individual donors$117,345
- The candidate’s own money and loans$38,930
From donors who gave over $200: $40,099 after refunds, in gifts through July 22, 2026; 57% from Florida, 43% from other states. Top states: Florida $22,839 (57%), Colorado $4,060 (10%), Maryland $3,500 (9%), New York $2,500 (6%), Connecticut $2,000 (5%). 41 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: H4FL17060 (2026 reports).
Money from the pro-Israel PACs we track
None of the pro-Israel PACs we track gave to Matthew Montavon’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: Matthew Montavon (Democratic); Greg Steube (Republican, incumbent); Michael Quirk (No Party Affiliation)
- Incumbent: Greg Steube (R)
- Rating: Solid RAverage of 5; all agree
- Florida 17th 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 Matthew Montavon
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 Matthew Montavon quoted in the news). Sources checked October 25, 2026. Listing an endorsement or a statement is not this site’s endorsement.
Background
- 27 years with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. · montavonforcongress.com (source for 27 years with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization.) (archived copy of the source for 27 years with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization.)
- Bachelor's in Political Science and Spanish, Catholic University of America. · montavonforcongress.com (source for Bachelor's in Political Science and Spanish, Catholic University of America.) (archived copy of the source for Bachelor's in Political Science and Spanish, Catholic University of America.)
- Master's in Public Administration, Indiana University. · montavonforcongress.com (source for Master's in Public Administration, Indiana University.) (archived copy of the source for Master's in Public Administration, Indiana University.)
Stated positions
- Israel and Gaza: No statement found (looked at montavonforcongress.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 1), montavonforcongress.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 2), montavonforcongress.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 3); October 25, 2026).
- Campaign finance and super PACs: “Congress must enact laws to limit campaign donations and make campaign finance completely transparent.” montavonforcongress.com (source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement) (archived copy of the source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement)
- Health care: “Improving the transparency of healthcare and prescription drug pricing, maximizing market competition, and expanding access to high-quality care without upending consumer choices.” montavonforcongress.com (source for Health care statement) (archived copy of the source for Health care statement)
- Labor: No statement found (looked at montavonforcongress.com (checked for Labor, page 1), montavonforcongress.com (checked for Labor, page 2), montavonforcongress.com (checked for Labor, page 3); October 25, 2026).
- Immigration: “Creating an organized, background-checked, and lawful process for individuals who are currently contributing to our local economy to earn legal status” montavonforcongress.com (source for Immigration statement) (archived copy of the source for Immigration statement)
- Housing: “Easing housing costs by supporting public-private partnerships and local incentives to build attainable, workforce housing for young professionals, teachers, first responders, and families.” montavonforcongress.com (source for Housing statement) (archived copy of the 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 Matthew Montavon has used:
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Questions and answers
Has Matthew Montavon been backed by AIPAC?
No. Matthew Montavon 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 Matthew Montavon had?
$0 from the pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
Where do these figures come from?
They come from FEC filings.