NewsWFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)October 28, 2026Hillsborough County
Kathy Castor and Mike Beltran compete in the redrawn Congressional District 14 race
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Rep. Kathy Castor faces Republican challenger Mike Beltran in the redrawn Congressional District 14, which covers parts of Hillsborough County and is considered a toss-up by major election forecasters. Both candidates discussed the race on WFLA's Battleground Florida podcast, where voters can also submit questions for a special broadcast ahead of Election Day.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)Why It Matters
Voters in Hillsborough County's Congressional District 14 will choose a representative in a newly redrawn district where registered Republicans currently outnumber registered Democrats.
Key Facts
- Rep. Kathy Castor is running for reelection in Congressional District 14 against Republican challenger Mike Beltran.
- Congressional District 14 was redrawn and approved during a mid-decade redistricting special legislative session.
- The district covers parts of Hillsborough County.
- There are currently more registered republicans than democrats in the district.
- Major election forecasters classify the district as a toss-up for the midterm cycle.
- Both candidates appeared on WFLA's podcast Battleground Florida.
- Voters can submit questions through WFLA's Report It feature for an upcoming election special.
- Former Rep. Jim Davis and former Florida Senate President Tom Lee will answer viewer questions on the special.
Who's Mentioned
PersonMike Beltran“Republican challenger and former state representative running for Congressional ”PersonTom Lee“Former Florida Senate President participating in a Battleground Florida special.”PersonTy Russell“Host of Battleground Florida.”locationHillsborough County“County partially covered by Congressional District 14.”OrganizationBattleground Florida“Political podcast and TV special hosted by WFLA.”OrganizationWFLA“Media outlet broadcasting Battleground Florida and the Report It feature.”PersonJim Davis“Former representative participating in a Battleground Florida special.”locationCongressional District 14“Redrawn congressional district covering parts of Hillsborough County.”PersonKathy Castor“Democratic incumbent running for reelection in Congressional District 14.”PersonTara Newsom“Co-host and political expert on Battleground Florida.”