Former Ways and Means Committee Vice Chairman Vern Buchanan announces his retirement from the U.S. House of Representatives Buchanan was elected to Congress from Florida.

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Florida Republican Vern Buchanan Announces Retirement After 20 Years in Office Buchanan has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since January 2007.

Florida Republican Vern Buchanan Announces Retirement After 20 Years in Office

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Vern Buchanan to retire from Congress after 20 years of distinguished service 'Every achievement worth doing began with listening to my constituents and fighting for their priorities.'

GOP Rep. Vern Buchanan will not seek reelection after two decades representing the Sarasota area in Congress. Trump carried #FL16 57-42 in 2024, an increase from his 54-45 showing in 2020. www.the-downballot.com/p/the-downba...

Still image from a campaign post for a working-class candidate running for Florida’s 16th Congressional District. The image represents a message about lived experience, affordability, and everyday economic realities such as rent, groceries, wages, and cost of living. The campaign emphasizes unity beyond party labels and building a coalition to represent communities in Bradenton, Palmetto, Riverview, Brandon, Wimauma, and Rubonia.

Working-class candidate for FL-16.
I didn’t read this life in a report — I lived it.
Rent, groceries, wages, survival math.
It’s time to repair what was broken and build a united coalition beyond party labels.
Bradenton • Palmetto • Riverview • Brandon • Wimauma • Rubonia
#FL16 #VotesNotBoats

Bradenton, Palmetto, Parrish, Riverview, Brandon—this district is done being ignored. When representation disappears, people step up. This seat is winnable when we stop splitting the same votes. Change isn’t someday. It’s now. #FL16 #VotesNotBoats #WorkingClass

WARNING: FL-16 just went feral.
Bradenton, Palmetto, Parrish, Riverview, Brandon — this district belongs to the people, not donors or party bosses. Open-source politics. No handlers. No silence. Representation is back. #FL16 #ManateeCounty #HillsboroughCounty

Grateful this season for the people building something real here in FL-16. From Hillsborough & Manatee Counties to across Florida, this campaign is powered by community, collaboration, and showing up for one another.
#Bradenton #Palmetto #Riverview #Wimauma #Brandon #SunCityCenter #FL16

“They always find money for war and bailouts, but say there’s ‘no money’ for you. District 16 needs $2B a year for healthcare, education, and livable wages. Pay the people.
#VotesNotBoats #FL16 #Bradenton #Sarasota #PalmettoFL #ManateeCounty”

A digitally created “fantasy debate” image shows two podiums on a debate stage. The left podium, backed by a large American flag, features Anthony DeRibas mid-sentence, passionately speaking with conviction. He wears a dark zip-up jacket with a campaign patch. The podium is labeled “ANTHONY DERIBAS” in bold white letters. On the right side, the opposing podium stands in front of an Israeli flag. Behind it is an older white male with short white hair in a dark navy suit and blue tie. He remains silent, staring forward with a blank expression. His podium reads “Multi-millionaire Incumbent”, signifying his elite status and separation from the everyday struggles of voters. Above the stage, the words “Fantasy Debate” are written in stark white, implying that this kind of confrontation—between a working-class candidate and a wealthy entrenched politician—is something the establishment avoids or fears. At the bottom of the image, a bold, high-contrast caption reads: “WE ALL RESPECT” with the word “WE” highlighted in red, mimicking a YouTube-style callout. The phrase drips with irony—because respect, in politics, is often commanded by power, not earned through service. This image is part of a campaign series by Anthony DeRibas, an independent congressional candidate in Florida’s 16th District, challenging the status quo, corporate lobbying, and empty-suit representation. It calls out the absence of meaningful debates and the avoidance of accountability by long-term incumbents who won’t stand face-to-face with the people they claim to represent. #DeRibas26 #VotesNotBoats #FantasyDebate #FL16 #BlueSkyPolitics #IndependentVoices #WorkingClassLeadership

📢 Another debate moment they won’t air on TV. While he poses for cameras, we fight for the people. Livable wages, affordable housing, real change—no more photo ops. Just action. #DeRibas26 #VotesNotBoats #Midterms2026 #FL16 #WorkingClassVoices #IndependentCandidate #BlueSkyPolitics

A still image from a campaign video for U.S. Congressional candidate Anthony DeRibas features a close-up of DeRibas in the lower half of the frame. He is seated in a car, wearing a navy jacket over a blue patterned shirt, looking directly into the camera with a serious expression. Behind him, filling the background, is a large red prohibition symbol (a circle with a diagonal slash) over the bold black letters “IRS,” clearly signaling opposition to the IRS. The red circle crosses out the acronym, reinforcing an anti-tax agency message central to the campaign’s theme. At the top of the image, in bold white letters against a green banner, the campaign website DERIBASFORCONGRESS.ORG is prominently displayed. In the lower center of the image, bold white all-caps text reads “AND I’M RUNNING,” with a red outline around the word “I’M” to emphasize the statement. The phrase appears as part of an animated caption timed to speech in the accompanying video. The image blends campaign branding with strong anti-establishment symbolism, using minimalist design and high contrast between red, black, green, and white to highlight the message. It visually conveys a bold, outsider tone focused on challenging the IRS and systemic financial pressure on working-class citizens.

This isn’t about filing taxes. This is about breaking the system that bleeds workers dry. You want a revolution? You’re looking at it. We’re not coming for their system—we’re coming for their seats.
#VotesNotBoats #FL16

Out of 435 members of Congress, only three had the courage to act. The silence from both parties is exactly why so many Americans feel abandoned. Working families deserve leaders who show up, speak up, and stand up. Unity Congress is how we change this. #FL16

A high-resolution image of the U.S. House Chamber, empty, with rows of curved wooden desks and dark leather chairs facing the central rostrum. The Speaker’s dais sits beneath a large American flag flanked by sculpted figures on marble panels. Warm ceiling lights illuminate the chamber, and blue carpet with gold emblems covers the floor. Centered at the top of the image is added text that reads: “U.S. House Candidate Anthony DeRibas (NPA)”. The lower portion of the image is clear for a video overlay of Anthony speaking.

Out of 435 members of Congress, only three had the courage to demand real accountability. The silence from both parties is exactly why people feel abandoned. Working families deserve leaders with a backbone—not spectators. Unity Congress will stand up when others won’t. #FL16

He posts polls claiming to care about children, but votes against SNAP, affordable healthcare, and support working families actually need. Florida kids deserve leaders who act year-round, not just during campaign season. Actions matter more than talking points. #FL16

This is what real collaboration looks like. Different movements, same mission: fixing the issues the major parties left behind. Housing, healthcare, wages, corruption—working families can’t wait another decade. We’re rowing in the same direction. #FL16 #VotesNotBoats

The name is DeRibas — D-E-R-I-B-A-S. If you can spell “bananas,” you can spell the name of the working-class candidate running to flip FL-16. We’re taking on yachts, corruption, and a broken system built for the wealthy. This campaign is for the people. #VotesNotBoats #FL16

When 42 million people risk losing food assistance and leaders just shrug, that’s not politics—it’s betrayal. 💚 We don’t need loyalty to parties; we need loyalty to people. #VotesNotBoats #DeRibasForCongress #UnityCongress #FL16 #PeopleOverProfits #GrassrootsMovement

Some use food banks for photo ops — we use them to help. 💚 This campaign isn’t about cameras or headlines; it’s about people and doing what’s right when no one’s watching. #VotesNotBoats #FL16 #DeRibasForCongress #UnityCongress #PeopleOverProfits #Grassroots

For 60–80% of Americans, society has already collapsed — when rent costs more than your paycheck and leaders serve foreign interests over our own. The people are fed up. The real work begins now. 💚
#VotesNotBoats #FL16 #DeRibasForCongress #UnityCongress #PeopleOverProfits

Blue graphic featuring a close-up illustration of the Statue of Liberty in dark blue and black tones. Bold white text reads: “TU VOTO. TU VOZ. DERIBAS FOR CONGRESS. NOV. 2026.” The design conveys empowerment, unity, and civic participation ahead of the 2026 election.

Election Day 2025 — real change starts with showing up. 🗳
Tu voto. Tu voz. Every election counts, and every voice matters. Let’s build momentum for 2026.
#DeRibasForCongress #FL16 #TuVotoTuVoz #UnityCongress #VotesNotBoats

Feeling fired up and hopeful! 💚 Join us at the Southshore Meet the Candidates Mixer on Nov 19th — real people, real change, and a movement that’s growing stronger every day. 🇺🇸
#VotesNotBoats #FL16 #DeRibasForCongress #Grassroots #PeopleOverProfits

Anthony DeRibas and presidential hopeful William Lee Hunt stand outdoors on a brick walkway lined with palm trees, smiling and shaking hands in the early evening light. Anthony is wearing a green “Votes Not Boats” campaign shirt and shorts, while William is dressed in a navy shirt and black pants. The photo captures a friendly, genuine moment between two grassroots candidates connecting in person.

Great to meet presidential hopeful William Lee Hunt in person after a year of connecting online! 💚 He’s in town for a few days sharing real ideas for change. If anyone wants to meet him while he’s here, send us a DM!
#VotesNotBoats #FL16 #DeRibasForCongress #Grassroots

A campaign flyer featuring Anthony DeRibas standing in front of the U.S. Capitol dome, smiling confidently in a navy-blue collared shirt. Bold yellow text at the top reads “ANTHONY DERIBAS.” Below, green and white text says: “MANATEE & HILLSBOROUGH Co’s – DeRibasForCongress.org – VOTES NOT BOATS.” The headline reads: “Anthony DeRibas (I) FL Congressional District 16 — Building a Grassroots Coalition to Return Power to the People.” The right side of the image includes a detailed article describing his campaign, allies, and working-class platform focused on affordable housing, universal healthcare, fair wages, and budget reform. The design uses a patriotic blue, white, and gold color scheme, conveying trust and determination.

Proud to be featured in the West Pasco Democratic Club’s November issue! Our movement stands for working-class unity—universal healthcare, fair wages, and affordable housing. Real change starts from the bottom up. #VotesNotBoats #FL16 #DeRibasForCongress #PeopleOverProfits #Grassroots

America 2025: The Last Stand.
We’ve come full circle — 1776 all over again.
Billionaires throw parties while working Americans fight to survive.
This campaign is for the 80% who’ve been left behind.
#VotesNotBoats #PeopleOverProfits #FL16 #DeRibasForCongress

💥 The Big Beautiful B******* Bulletin — where yacht politics meet reality. We’re calling out the lies, the money, and the system built for the rich. It’s time to take Congress back for the working class. 💙 #VotesNotBoats #DeRibas26 #PeopleOverProfits #FL16 #WorkingClassVoicesAnthony DeRibas stands

A campaign image of Anthony DeRibas, an independent candidate for U.S. House in Florida’s 16th District. He stands confidently, representing working-class Americans. The text on the image reads “Anthony DeRibas for Congress — Votes Not Boats.” The tone is strong, determined, and hopeful.

From homelessness to public service, Anthony DeRibas for FL-16 stands for the working class—the 60–80% living paycheck to paycheck. Backed by Justice For All, the People’s Party of America & more. #VotesNotBoats #DeRibas26 #FL16 #PeopleOverProfit

Fantasy Debate #7 — Vern calls it a “clean CR.” We call it what it is: a 90-day Band-Aid that fails working Americans. We need citizen legislators, not millionaires on yachts. #VotesNotBoats #FL16 #DeRibasForCongress

👑 Happy No King’s Day!
We don’t answer to crowns — we answer to the people.
Florida’s 16th is done with politics for the powerful. It’s time to stand up, speak out, and take our seat back.
#NoKingsDay #VotesNotBoats #DeRibasForCongress #WorkingClass #FL16 #HumansFirst

🎙️ Town Hall #25 is coming! Join us Oct 19 at 11AM EST for real grassroots unity. No PACs. No filters. Just working-class voices leveling up together. #DeRibas26 #FL16 #VotesNotBoats #HardToTalk #JusticeForAll #ProHuman #PeoplePower #TownHall25 #GreenNotRed

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Floridians deserve better than excuses. After 20 years in office, career politicians have failed to deliver for Manatee & Hillsborough. We’re building a people’s Congress — one led by citizen voices, not millionaire donors. Join the movement. #VotesNotBoats #FL16 #DeRibasForCongress