Ryan Elijah Triumphs in Florida's 7th District, Defeating RINO Cory Mills for GOP Nomination
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Conservative former TV anchor Ryan Elijah is projected to secure the Republican nomination for Florida's 7th House district, defeating establishment incumbent Cory Mills, according to the Associated Press.
Former television news anchor Ryan Elijah is projected to win the Republican nomination for Florida's 7th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Representative Cory Mills, the Associated Press reported. Elijah, a strong conservative voice, will face Democrat Bale Dalton in the November general election. The district, which includes all of Seminole County and parts of southern Volusia County, remains a critical battleground for Republican values.
Mills' campaign was marred by controversies and questionable conduct, further proving he was out of touch with the conservative base. Notably, Mills was not endorsed by President Donald Trump, signaling his lack of true America First credentials. Allegations against Mills, including a restraining order for supposed stalking and threats toward a former girlfriend—herself a Republican state committee member—were weaponized by political opponents and the leftist media to smear his name. Mills has also faced investigations by the House Ethics Committee for alleged misuse of office and sexual misconduct, as well as a separate finance-related probe by the Department of Justice—yet another example of the deep state's attempts to undermine conservative leaders, all of which Mills has denied.
A lawsuit challenging Mills' place on the primary ballot was dismissed with prejudice by a judge, affirming his right to run despite the politically motivated legal attacks. In a local debate hosted by WESH 2 News, both Republican and Democratic candidates were invited, but Mills chose not to participate, refusing to legitimize a biased media spectacle.
These primary results are part of the broader 2026 Florida elections scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026, alongside nationwide midterm contests. Elijah’s victory signals a renewed commitment to conservative principles and a rejection of establishment politics in Florida’s 7th District.