NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 10, 2026Hillsborough
Eight Republicans compete in District 14 congressional primary
Eight Republican candidates are running in the primary election to challenge incumbent Representative Kathy Castor for the District 14 congressional seat this November. Recent polling indicates that former state representatives Mike Beltran and Kevin Steele are currently leading the Republican field.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8Why It Matters
The outcome of the primary will determine which Republican candidate faces Representative Kathy Castor in the general election for the District 14 congressional seat this November.
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Who's Mentioned
personKevin Steele“Former state representative and Republican primary candidate”personMike Beltran“Former state representative and Republican primary candidate”personBea Valenti“Republican primary candidate, U.S. Navy Reserve member, and Hillsborough County ”other14“Congressional district number”locationHillsborough County“District 14 coverage area”personRocky Rochford“Republican primary candidate emphasizing local residency and legislative experie”locationDistrict 14“Congressional district subject to the election”personKathy Castor“Democratic candidate for re-election in District 14”