Born in Cuba in 1954, Gimenez immigrated to the United States with his family following the Cuban Revolution in 1960. His family settled in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood and Gimenez has been a Miami-Dade resident ever since. Mayor Gimenez has dedicated his life to his community and the people of Miami-Dade County as a firefighter, an administrator and as an elected public servant.


for South Florida


Carlos has spent the last nine years fighting to lower taxes, balance the budget, protect the environment and more. Now, he’s building on this record as a candidate for Congress. In order to better serve South Florida, Carlos wants to hear directly from you. Tell him what matters to you and how you want to see him advocate for you on Day One in Congress!
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Democrats think Latinos are too stupid to vote for themselves. It’s actually kind of racist.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) November 11, 2022
Maybe the woke “Latinx” are too stupid, but the Latino community in Florida want more economic opportunity, safer communities, and to be involved in their kids’ education. #FL28 #FlaPol https://t.co/elQ4BHwSuO
Thank you, South Florida! It has been an honor to serve you in Congress and represent the community that has given so much to me and my family.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) November 9, 2022
The mandate is clear: we’ll hold Biden accountable for bankrupting our country and put America on a path to prosperity for all. #FL28 pic.twitter.com/HrOvcEzQrT
I lost my birth country of Cuba to the scourge of communism and tyranny.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) November 8, 2022
I know where the Democrat’s path leads to. I cannot stand by and lose America.
Today, let’s protect our freedom and liberties, our democracy, our values, our ideals, and our country. #FL28 pic.twitter.com/dHURjDHOW8
Good morning, South Florida!
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) November 8, 2022
Today we have a chance to reject Biden’s failed policies of the last two years and put America on a better path forward.
Let’s say YES to freedom and opportunity, to economic opportunity, to safer communities, and to parents’ rights. #FL28 pic.twitter.com/qtdiKIx478
Early voting ends TODAY.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) November 6, 2022
❌ If you’re struggling to afford skyrocketing housing, gas, and groceries costs,
❌ If you believe your family deserves to live in a safe community,
❌ If you want a government that isn’t afraid to support our police,
Vote straight GOP today! #FL28
We’re ONE WEEK from Election Day.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) November 1, 2022
Join me in the fight to save America from crushing costs of groceries and housing, surging crime in our communities, and the lack of opportunities for our families.
Vote early. Be heard. Together, we’ll stem the tide of Biden’s failure. #FL28 pic.twitter.com/FWlX2V6sH2
The Iranian-American community knows the importance of a constitution that respects freedom and human dignity.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) October 31, 2022
America has always represented those values, but far too many are trying to take it all away.
In Congress, I’ll never stop putting freedom and rule of law FIRST. #FL28 https://t.co/jdF0ZUj3Wi
No more political games in Washington. It’s unfair to our children and grandchildren. They deserve better.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) October 24, 2022
As your Congressman, I’ll never stop fighting for the American dream. #FL28 pic.twitter.com/SnNE0Mlkrq
After years of Washington’s failed policies tearing down our businesses, it’s time we put our economy back on a path to prosperity for all.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) October 20, 2022
In Congress, I’ll never stop fighting for American job creators and innovators. I’m honored to receive the @USChamber endorsement. #FL28 https://t.co/GvIucSjCHL
I want to commend First Lady @CaseyDeSantis for raising funds for the Florida Disaster Fund.
— Carlos A. Gimenez (@CarlosGimenezFL) October 17, 2022
Join me in donating to send our fellow Floridians a strong message of unity and solidarity as they recover from Hurricane Ian.
Visit https://t.co/Te3Nh9igtq or text DISASTER to 20222. pic.twitter.com/SrWi0wG6DN