Jon Maples
Republican candidate for State House in Florida
Florida HD-87 Special Election winner
$87.1K
MAR 25, 2026
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$87.1KMAR 25, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleFinancial advisor
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyTrump-aligned Republican
GenderMale
LocationFlorida
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BackgroundFinancial advisor
EducationPalm Beach Atlantic University (B.A., 2005)
Notable personal detailsJonathan (Jon) Maples is a Republican candidate for the Florida House of Representatives in District 87 (Palm Beach County). He previously served on the Lake Clarke Shores Zoning Board of Adjustment (including as chair) and was elected to the Lake Clarke Shores Town Council in 2023. Maples works as a financial advisor/financial planner in Palm Beach Gardens and is a graduate of Palm Beach Atlantic University, where he played basketball and earned All-American honors. He is married to Kristi and has one daughter, Bella.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports cutting taxes and reducing regulatory burdens to help businesses and promote job creation; favors private‑sector solutions and empowering job creators to grow Florida’s economy.
Healthcare
Supports reducing insurance premiums and favors private‑sector solutions and regulatory actions to hold insurers accountable rather than expanding government programs. Emphasizes affordability and parental rights in healthcare decision‑making.
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Immigration & Border
Jon Maples supports stricter immigration enforcement and aligns with Trump-era immigration policies. His campaign branding uses "America First" rhetoric and he lists preventing "migrant crime" among his priorities.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Jon Maples identifies as a conservative and publicly describes himself as pro-family and pro-life, indicating support for restrictions on abortion. His campaign emphasizes conservative priorities and has received endorsements from Florida House Republican organizations.
Public Safety & Guns
Jon Maples positions himself as a pro-gun Republican who supports Second Amendment rights and backs law-enforcement-friendly, conservative public-safety policies. His campaign messaging emphasizes support for gun rights while campaigning as a conservative outsider.
Latest News
Jon Maples is being mentioned in Florida’s 2026 Republican primary coverage, but the summaries do not give much detail about his own campaign or standing. The most recent reports focus on Donald Trump’s endorsements in the race, including Byron Donalds for governor and Ashley Moody for U.S. Senate. One roundup also places Maples in the gubernatorial primary field, but it does not report results or explain his position in the contest.
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