Incumbent Attorney General James Uthmeier has nominal opposition in August’s Primary, but he has the official imprimatur of the state’s Republican Party well ahead of the first votes being cast.
“James Uthmeier represents the very best of our party and our movement,” said Republican Party of Florida Chairman Evan Power. “He earned the trust of Governor Ron DeSantis through his appointment as Attorney General and the endorsement of President Donald Trump by consistently delivering for Florida. This unanimous endorsement reflects the unity of our party and our shared confidence in James to continue leading and winning for Florida.”
Uthmeier was DeSantis’ Chief of Staff before being appointed to replace former AG Ashley Moody, who herself was appointed to replace current Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the United States Senate.
As evidenced by the unanimous vote to endorse him at Saturday’s meeting of the state party, the Republican apparatus approves of what Uthmeier has done with his opportunity, lauding him for being “focused on fighting federal overreach, standing up for victims, protecting parental rights, and ensuring Florida remains the freest state in the nation.”
“The Republican Party of Florida is united and focused on winning,” Power added. “James Uthmeier has delivered for Florida, and we are proud to stand with him as he continues the important work of defending our state and our values.”
“Florida’s conservative grassroots leaders have helped us to become the deep red ‘Free State of Florida!’ It’s an honor to have your support and I will not let you down,” Uthmeier said on social media after receiving the endorsement.
