Updated Oct 16, 2026, 2:34 PM ET
Democratic · 3 November 2026

Jennifer Jenkins

Jennifer Jenkins, a Democrat and former Brevard County school board member, is her party's nominee for Florida's 8th congressional district in 2026, challenging Republican incumbent Mike Haridopolos on November 3.

2026 Races & Market Forecast

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Latest coverage

Live News

Recent media coverage for Jennifer Jenkins.

  1. Jennifer Jenkins Accuses Mike Haridopolos of Lying to Voters Through Anti-Fraud Pledge · The Floridian
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  3. UP Faith & Family In Production On New Western Romance Series Love Comes Softly

    The press release announces that UP Faith & Family is producing a new western romance series titled Love Comes Softly.

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Biography & Campaign Analysis

2026 race

Jennifer Jenkins, a former Brevard County school board member who previously ran in the 6th district, is the Democratic nominee for Florida's 8th congressional district in 2026.

The seat is held by Republican Mike Haridopolos, who was elected with 62.2% of the vote in 2024 and is his party's nominee for re-election. Jenkins became the Democratic nominee after Colby Shock, a caregiver and former president of the Young Democrats of Indian River, withdrew from the primary.

She faces Haridopolos in the general election on November 3, 2026.