BackgroundPolitical aide

Notable personal detailsSydney Gruters is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Florida’s 16th Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. She has worked in public service and politics, including serving as State Director for USDA Rural Development in Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands during the Trump administration. She also worked in congressional offices, including as district director for Rep. Greg Steube, and has held roles with the New College of Florida Foundation including executive director and vice president of advancement.