---
title: "Moskowitz vs. Singer: 2026 Florida’s 25th District race"
url: "https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-25"
updated: "2026-10-07"
source: "Candidates' campaign sites and Ballotpedia, quoted verbatim"
publisher: "Pluribus"
---

# 2026 Florida’s 25th District race: Jared Evan Moskowitz (D) vs. Scott Singer (R)

Rating: Toss-up · Election: November 3, 2026 · Ballot checked: October 9, 2026 · Positions captured: October 7, 2026

In Florida's newly redistricted 25th Congressional District, Democratic incumbent Jared Evan Moskowitz faces Republican nominee Scott Singer, the former mayor of Boca Raton, in a high-stakes 2026 general election. The matchup hinges on contrasting visions for the economy, border security, public safety, and governance, alongside shared emphasis on supporting Israel and fighting antisemitism in South Florida. With substantial campaign fundraising on both sides, the outcome will directly influence the partisan balance of the U.S. House of Representatives.

## Candidates

- **Jared Evan Moskowitz** (Democrat) · [Campaign site](https://jaredforflorida.com) · [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)
- **Scott Singer** (Republican) · [Campaign site](https://www.scottsingerusa.com/) · [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

## Issues

### Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Living

Salience: high

Singer advocates for permanent Trump-era tax cuts, slashing red tape, and deregulation, while Moskowitz focuses on lowering household costs through targeted relief on property insurance, drug prices, and affordable housing.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Lowers cost of living and housing

Moskowitz focuses on lowering everyday living costs for South Florida families, including property insurance premiums, prescription drug prices, and housing. As a county commissioner and congressman, he supported adding affordable housing units and targeted cost-relief initiatives.

- Advocated for over 1,000 new affordable housing units while serving on the Broward County Commission.
- Supports federal initiatives to cut property insurance premiums, gas prices, groceries, and prescription drug costs.
- Voted against major Republican budget and tax proposals including H.R. 1 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act) and H.R. 2811 (Limit, Save, Grow Act).

> “Cutting property insurance premiums, drug prices, and the everyday costs squeezing South Florida families.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Campaign site](https://jaredforflorida.com)

> “In Congress, Jared is committed to taking concrete actions to reduce the cost of living when it comes to housing, property insurance, inflation, gasoline, groceries, and other basic household goods.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

**Scott Singer:** Lowers taxes and cuts regulation

Singer emphasizes a tax-cutting and deregulatory economic strategy based on his mayoral record in Boca Raton, where he reduced property tax rates for seven consecutive years. He supports making Trump-era tax cuts permanent and eliminating taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security.

- Pledged not to raise taxes and highlights voting seven straight times to lower Boca Raton's property tax rate.
- Led 21 municipal streamlining initiatives to cut bureaucracy and red tape for local businesses.
- Supports President Trump's tax cuts and proposals to eliminate taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security.

> “As mayor, I cut tax rates seven straight times so that Boca Raton had the lowest tax-rate of any full-service city in Florida. I led 21 streamlining initiatives to cut red tape and costs, adding thousands of high-paying jobs.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

> “In Congress, I’ll oppose any tax increases, cut red tape, and grow the economy.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

### Foreign Policy, Israel, and Antisemitism

Salience: high

Both candidates express strong support for Israel and opposition to antisemitism, but Singer aligns with President Trump's foreign policy approach, while Moskowitz highlights his ranking role on House foreign affairs subcommittees supporting aid to both Israel and Ukraine.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Supports Israel, Ukraine, and anti-antisemitism

Moskowitz serves as Ranking Member on key House Foreign Affairs subcommittees, advocating for bipartisan foreign policy centered on robust assistance to Israel, combating global antisemitism, and supporting Ukraine against Russia. He openly opposes the BDS movement and has spoken out against anti-Israel stances within political debates.

- Serves as Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability and top Democrat on the Middle East Subcommittee.
- Supports continued U.S. military assistance to Israel, keeping the U.S. embassy in Jerusalem, and opposition to the BDS movement.
- Released campaign advertising emphasizing his family history during the Holocaust and his legislative efforts to combat antisemitism.

> “Jared has led on key foreign policy issues, including America’s unwavering support for Israel, backing Ukraine in the face of Russia’s unprovoked war, and strengthening diplomatic ties throughout the Western Hemisphere.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

> “Jared’s great-grandparents were killed at Auschwitz, and his grandparents barely escaped Europe before the war. Today, antisemitism is on the rise globally and the U.S.-Israel relationship is more important than ever.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

**Scott Singer:** Pro-Israel, opposes foreign funding in schools

Singer positions himself as an unyielding defender of Israel and the Jewish community, backing President Trump's Middle East policies and efforts to prevent a nuclear Iran. He advocates for increased security funding for religious institutions and proposes defunding universities that receive foreign funding for certain programming.

- Serves on the US Advisory Board for the Combat Antisemitism Movement.
- Pledges to work with President Trump to maintain strong support for Israel and prevent a nuclear Iran.
- Proposes banning federal dollars to American universities receiving foreign funding for programming.

> “I will stand strongly with Israel, our strongest ally, and against demonizing Israel or Zionists.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

> “At home, Scott worked to ensure safety for our houses of worship and Jewish day schools and will fight to expand existing federal funding for nonprofits at risk of terrorist or extremist attacks.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

### Immigration and Border Security

Salience: high

Singer advocates for strict border enforcement, deportation of undocumented immigrants, and the SAVE Act, whereas Moskowitz has taken a selective voting approach by supporting the Laken Riley Act while opposing broader conservative border and voting proof bills.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Supports selective enforcement measures

Moskowitz has supported specific bipartisan border enforcement measures, including voting for the Laken Riley Act to require detention of undocumented immigrants arrested for theft crimes. However, he voted against broader Republican immigration measures and citizenship-verification requirements in voting.

- Voted Yea on the Laken Riley Act (S. 5) to require detention of undocumented immigrants arrested for burglary, theft, or shoplifting.
- Voted Nay on the SAVE Act (H.R. 22) regarding voter registration proof of citizenship.
- Voted Nay on H.R. 875 regarding making DUI offenses grounds for deportation or inadmissibility.

> “The Laken Riley Act (S.5) was a bill passed by the 119th Congress and signed into law... which required the Department of Homeland Security to detain certain individuals residing in the United States without legal permission who have been arrested for burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting...”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

**Scott Singer:** Secures border and supports strict enforcement

Singer emphasizes complete border security, removing illegal immigrants who commit crimes, and stopping the illegal flow of fentanyl and opioids. He strongly backs President Trump's border policies, supports the SAVE America Act, and calls for a merit-based immigration system.

- Supports President Trump's border security initiatives to stem unvetted migration and fentanyl trafficking.
- Endorses the SAVE America Act to ensure legal proof of citizenship requirements for voter registration.
- Advocates for a merit-based legal immigration system that prioritizes law enforcement and public safety.

> “Under Biden, millions of people streamed across our border without vetting, leading to violent crime, lawlessness, and human trafficking. We need to secure our borders and remove dangerous criminals from our streets.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

> “Immigration should be a merit-based approach for those who respect the law and share American values. I stand for public safety.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

### Gun Policy and Public Safety

Salience: high

Moskowitz champions assault weapon bans and red flag laws drawn from his post-Parkland legislative record, whereas Singer prioritizes police funding, crime reduction, and protecting Second Amendment rights for lawful gun owners.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Supports gun control and school safety

As a Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School graduate, Moskowitz made gun safety a central career pillar, helping pass Florida's landmark red flag and age-restriction laws in 2018. In Congress, he co-founded the Bipartisan School Safety and Security Caucus and advocates for a federal ban on assault weapons.

- Helped author and pass the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act in Florida, raising the firearm purchase age to 21 and establishing red flag laws.
- Supports a federal ban on assault weapons and national red flag laws.
- Co-founded the Bipartisan School Safety and Security Caucus in the U.S. House.

> “In Congress, Jared will fight to make this law a model for the nation and to ban assault weapons.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

> “After the tragic 2018 mass shooting at his alma mater, Jared became a leading advocate for gun safety and mental health reform.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

**Scott Singer:** Protects Second Amendment and backs law enforcement

Singer emphasizes public safety through law enforcement support, pointing to a 25% drop in crime during his tenure as Boca Raton mayor. He opposes gun restrictions on lawful owners, pledging to protect Second Amendment rights while addressing crime through mental health treatment and enforcement of existing laws.

- Cites a 25% crime reduction in Boca Raton while maintaining competitive starting salaries for police officers.
- Pledges to protect Second Amendment rights against new gun control measures.
- Focuses on stopping criminals, enforcing existing laws, and expanding mental health treatment.

> “Scott will protect our Second Amendment rights against attempts to infringe on them. He knows that lawful gun owners deserve our rights and that we need to focus on stopping criminals, greater enforcement of existing laws, and more mental health treatment.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

> “As mayor, Scott has consistently increased investment to ensure the best in public safety. While other cities defunded police and refused to prosecute, Boca Raton continued to have one of the highest starting salaries for police officers...”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

### Government Integrity, Accountability, and Reform

Salience: medium

Singer promotes structural ethics rules like congressional stock trading bans and term limits, while Moskowitz focuses on voting rights legislation, anti-gerrymandering, and oversight transparency.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Supports voting rights, transparency, and anti-gerrymandering

Moskowitz focuses on protecting democratic processes against disenfranchisement and gerrymandering, advocating for universal vote-by-mail and making Election Day a national holiday. He also highlights bipartisan oversight efforts, including voting for the Epstein Files Transparency Act.

- Advocates for reforms to eliminate gerrymandering, make Election Day a national holiday, and universalize vote by mail.
- Voted Yea on the Epstein Files Transparency Act (H.R. 4405) requiring DOJ release of investigative records.
- Voted Nay on NORRA of 2025 (H.R. 1526) limiting federal court injunction authority.

> “He will support election security at the national level, advocate for reforms to stop gerrymandering and ensure minority representation, make Election Day a national holiday, universalize vote by mail, and standardize the process by which elections are certified...”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

> “Jared is one of the few in Congress willing to work with and call out corruption in both parties.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Campaign site](https://jaredforflorida.com)

**Scott Singer:** Supports congressional stock ban and term limits

Singer proposes ethics reform centered on prohibiting members of Congress from trading stocks and passing a constitutional amendment for congressional term limits. As mayor, he enacted local government ethics and transparency standards.

- Pledges to vote to ban members of Congress from stock trading.
- Supports a constitutional amendment imposing term limits on members of Congress.
- Advocates for cutting bureaucratic waste and removing federal regulations imposed by unelected agency officials.

> “He supports the SAVE America Act and Congressional term limits, pledge not to raise taxes, will ban Congress from trading stocks, and stop foreign influence in our schools.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

> “As mayor, he has also championed reforms to increase accountability, ethics standards, and transparency in local government. As congressman, he will vote to prohibit members of Congress from stock trading.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

### Social Security, Medicare, and Healthcare

Salience: medium

Moskowitz supports protecting and expanding Social Security, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act, while Singer advocates eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits and relying on free-market healthcare competition.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Protects Social Security, Medicare, and ACA

Moskowitz opposes proposals to reduce or privatize entitlement benefits, pledging to safeguard Social Security and Medicare. He also advocates for expanding Medicare coverage, reducing prescription drug costs, and protecting the Affordable Care Act.

- Pledges to oppose any cuts, privatization, or weakening of Social Security and Medicare.
- Supports expanding Medicare and strengthening Affordable Care Act protections, including coverage for pre-existing conditions.
- Advocates for legislative price controls and negotiations to reduce prescription drug prices.

> “In Congress, he’ll fight to expand Medicare, protect Social Security, and reduce prescription drug costs.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

> “Fighting every effort to cut, weaken, or privatize the programs seniors earned.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Campaign site](https://jaredforflorida.com)

**Scott Singer:** Eliminates Social Security taxes and supports free market

Singer emphasizes tax relief for seniors by supporting President Trump's proposal to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits. He advocates for free-market solutions in healthcare and opposes far-left proposals to eliminate private healthcare plans.

- Supports eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits to assist seniors facing inflation.
- Opposes far-left proposals to replace private healthcare with government-run systems.
- Advocates for fiscal discipline in federal spending while protecting core entitlement promises.

> “Republicans in Congress and President Trump passed the biggest tax cuts in American history, with no taxes on tips, overtime, or Social Security.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

> “Scott’s family fled communism and he will stand up to far-left proposals to abolish prisons and federal law enforcement or private health care.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Campaign site](https://www.scottsingerusa.com/)

### Infrastructure, Insurance, and Energy

Salience: medium

Singer emphasizes federal support for property/windstorm insurance and U.S. energy independence, whereas Moskowitz focuses on climate change mitigation, green energy transition, and Everglades restoration.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Promotes climate resilience, Everglades protection, and clean energy

Drawing on his experience as Florida Emergency Management Director, Moskowitz co-founded the Bipartisan Disaster Preparedness Caucus. He advocates for federal investments in clean energy, greenhouse gas reductions, Everglades restoration, and coastal climate resiliency.

- Co-founded the Bipartisan Disaster Preparedness Caucus to improve federal readiness for natural disasters.
- Supports federal funding for clean energy transition, Everglades protection, and greenhouse gas reduction.
- Voted Nay on H.R. 1 (Lower Energy Costs Act) promoting fossil fuel production and pipeline expansion.

> “Jared was a consistent advocate for environmental causes as a State Representative, and he will fight for bold policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, convert to clean energy sources, protect the Everglades, and make our community more resilient against environmental threats.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

**Scott Singer:** Supports energy independence and coastal insurance relief

Singer focuses on lowering coastal property insurance costs through federal program expansion and streamlining environmental permits for infrastructure. He supports U.S. energy independence to reduce fuel prices and protect the economy from foreign instability.

- Advocates expanding federal insurance programs and support for coastal communities affected by flooding and windstorm costs.
- Supports streamlining federal permitting to expedite roadways, bridges, and coastal infrastructure projects.
- Supports U.S. energy independence to lower costs for consumers and enhance national defense.

> “Scott supports energy independence to advance our economy free from destabilizing foreign influences and to reduce costs for our nation.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

> “This coastal district has unique needs for flooding and windstorms, and Scott will work to increase federal support to lower costs.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

### Cryptocurrency and Financial Technology

Salience: low

Singer explicitly promotes cryptocurrency and digital assets as personal freedom tools, while Moskowitz demonstrated legislative support by voting for stablecoin regulatory legislation.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Voted for stablecoin regulatory framework

Moskowitz supported regulatory frameworks for emerging financial technology, voting in favor of the GENIUS Act establishing rules for payment stablecoins.

- Voted Yea on the GENIUS Act (S. 1582) creating a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins.
- Supports responsible economic innovation and emerging markets in financial regulation.

> “The GENIUS Act (S.1582) was a bill passed by the 119th Congress and signed into law... which created a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, digital assets with a fixed redeemable value.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

**Scott Singer:** Supports crypto and digital asset freedom

Singer advocates for cryptocurrency and digital asset innovation, viewing digital currencies as tools for individual financial control, transparency, and personal freedom.

- Endorses cryptocurrency innovation to provide financial control and transparency.
- Accepts campaign donations via Bitcoin.

> “Scott supports the ability of cryptocurrency to give individuals more control and transparency for how they want to store their money. Scott will defend your wallet, your safety, and your freedoms.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

### LGBTQ+ Rights and Social Issues

Salience: low

Moskowitz advocates for anti-discrimination protections and marriage equality, whereas Singer opposes what he terms far-left social policy and woke programs.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Supports LGBTQ+ equality and anti-discrimination

Moskowitz actively supports civil rights and anti-discrimination laws protecting the LGBTQ+ community, safeguarding marriage equality, and sponsoring elder protection legislation. He also voted against restricting transgender individuals from sports programs matching their gender identity.

- Supports federal anti-discrimination legislation and protection for marriage equality.
- Co-sponsors the Ruthie and Connie LGBT Elder Americans Act.
- Voted Nay on H.R. 28 (Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025).

> “In Congress, Jared will be a strong ally to the LGBTQ+ community, advocating for anti-discrimination policies and safeguarding marriage equality, just as he did in the FL legislature.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

**Scott Singer:** Opposes woke programs and radical left social agendas

Singer emphasizes prioritizing core public safety over 'woke or race-based programs' and opposes radical far-left social initiatives.

- Ensured local municipal funding went to public safety rather than 'woke or race-based programs.'
- Opposes radical far-left cultural and social policies.

> “As mayor, Scott ensured that funding went to public safety, not woke or race-based programs.”
> — Scott Singer, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Singer)

### Reproductive Rights

Salience: medium

Moskowitz strongly advocates codifying federal abortion rights and backed Florida's Amendment 4, whereas Singer's campaign platform does not articulate a position on abortion.

**Jared Evan Moskowitz:** Supports federal abortion rights codification

Moskowitz consistently supports abortion access, calling on Congress to bypass the Senate filibuster to codify Roe v. Wade into federal law. He publicly endorsed Florida's 2024 Amendment 4 right-to-abortion ballot initiative.

- Urged the U.S. Senate to bypass the filibuster to pass federal legislation codifying Roe v. Wade.
- Endorsed Florida Amendment 4 (Right to Abortion Initiative) in 2024.
- Opposed state-level restrictions on abortion access while serving in the Florida House.

> “In Congress, he will be committed to making sure reproductive rights are protected by the federal government and that we continue the fight for health care equity.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

> “When the draft decision overturning Roe v. Wade was leaked, he immediately called on the U.S. Senate to bypass the filibuster and codify Roe into law.”
> — Jared Evan Moskowitz, via [Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Jared_Moskowitz)

**Scott Singer:** No documented position in our sources

## Polls and markets

_Updated Oct 31._

- [Polymarket](https://polymarket.com/event/fl-25-house-election-winner) — FL-25 House Election Winner: Democrats 80.0%, Republicans 19.5%
- [Kalshi](https://kalshi.com/events/KXHOUSERACE-FL25-26) — FL-25 House winner?: Jared Moskowitz 83.0%, Scott Singer 19.0%
- [Kalshi](https://kalshi.com/events/KXFLPRIMARY-25R26) — FL-25 Republican nominee?: Scott Singer 99.0%, Dan Franzese 1.0%, George Moraitis 1.0%
- [Kalshi](https://kalshi.com/events/KXFLPRIMARY-25D26) — FL-25 Democratic nominee?: Jared Moskowitz 99.0%, Debbie Wasserman Schultz 1.0%, Oliver Larkin 1.0%

[View this race on 2026election.com](https://www.2026election.com/race/2026-house-fl-25)