Firefighters Endorse Laurel Lee’s CD15 Reelection Campaign

Tampa, Fla. – Republican candidate running for reelection to Florida Congressional District 15 Laurel Lee today announced that the Hillsborough County Fire Fighters, Pasco County Professional Firefighters, Polk County Professional Firefighters, Lakeland Professional Firefighters, Plant City Professional Firefighters and Temple Terrace Professional Firefighters have endorsed her campaign.

“The men and women of Hillsborough County Fire Fighters proudly endorse the campaign of Laurel Lee,” said Tim Pearson, president of Hillsborough County Fire Fighters Local #2294, and Edgar Barreneche, vice president of Hillsborough County Fire Fighters Local #2294, in their joint endorsement letter. “We are public servants and believe our community needs individuals who place others before themselves and who also inspire others to give of themselves. We see this in Laurel Lee and encourage the citizens of Hillsborough County to join us in supporting her campaign and a successful election.”

“…[Y]ou have the full support and endorsement of the Firefighters of Pasco FIREPAC in your candidacy for United States Representative District 15,” said Walter B. Price Jr., chair of Pasco FIREPAC, and John-Michael Morrin, president of Pasco County Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 4420, in their joint endorsement letter. “We appreciate and accept your pledge to rightfully and justly represent and advocate in the name of the Citizens of Pasco County & Pasco’s Professional Firefighters in all matters related to Public Safety. You also have worked on legislation to improve the lives of your constituents, Law Enforcement, and Veterans. We urge you to continue to advocate for sensible laws and resolutions that benefit the people of your district.”

“…[T]he 400+ men and women that make up the Polk County Professional Firefighters endorse your campaign for election to the United States House of Representatives, District 15,” said Derek Walsh, chairman of Polk County Firefighters PAC, in their endorsement letter. “We believe that you will honorably serve the citizens of District 15, as well as the interests of the men and women employed in the Fire and Emergency Medical Services of Polk County, who have made the protection of life and property their life’s work!”

“…[T]he Lakeland Professional Firefighters wish to endorse and support your campaign for re-election to the U.S. House, District 15,” said Shannon R. Turbeville, president of the Lakeland Professional Firefighters Association, Inc., in their endorsement letter. “We believe that you will honorably serve the citizens of our country, and the interests of the men and women employed in the Fire and Emergency Medical Services, who have made the protection of life and property their life’s work.”

“The Plant City Professional Firefighters Local 2103 proudly endorses Congresswoman Laurel Lee for her unwavering support of our profession,” said David Jackson, president of the Plant City Professional Firefighters Local 2103, in their endorsement letter. “Her advocacy for increased federal funding and resources has ensured that local fire departments are well-equipped and trained. Congresswoman Lee’s support of legislation improving firefighter health and safety, including addressing occupational hazards and providing mental health resources, has been invaluable. We are grateful for her continued support and leadership and proudly endorse her.”

“On behalf of the Temple Terrace Professional Firefighters, I am honored to offer our endorsement of your candidacy for U.S. Congress,” said Christopher Sayers, president of the Temple Terrace Professional Firefighters. “Your passion for public safety, combined with your proven track record of advocacy, makes you undeniably qualified for this position. We believe that your vision and commitment to public service will make you a valuable asset to Florida’s 15^th Congressional District.”

“I am proud to be endorsed by so many of our local firefighters in Congressional District 15,” said Lee. “Our firefighters work every day to ensure the people of our community are protected in their time of need. In recent weeks, they worked tirelessly to protect our community during hurricanes Milton and Helene. From performing countless water rescues for people and pets to assisting local communities with clean up, their dedication and commitment to public safety saves lives and it will help get us on the road to recovery. While in Washington, I’ve advocated for our firefighters, first responders, and their families to receive the support they deserve. If reelected, I will continue to stand with our firefighters.”

In addition to the above local firefighter organizations, Congresswoman Lee has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, a host of Republican state lawmakers, and Sheriffs Chad Chronister, Chris Nocco and Grady Judd. She is also endorsed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the National Federation of Independent Business and the Tampa Bay Times.

Laurel Lee, Florida’s former Secretary of State, represents Florida’s 15th Congressional District in Congress. Laurel was elected to Congress on November 8, 2022. As an America First conservative and member of the House Judiciary and Homeland Security Committees, she immediately made the crisis on our southern border a top priority. She is leading the charge to hold the Biden-Harris administration accountable for their failure to secure our border and keep Americans safe. Laurel was selected to serve as a House impeachment manager for the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

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