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OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN STATEMENT

Victor Arias Thanks FL-19 Voters Following Election Result

Victor Arias thanks FL-19 voters and volunteers, congratulates Jim Schwartzel, and pledges to keep advocating for Southwest Florida.

OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN STATEMENT

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Thank you to every voter, volunteer, supporter and family member who stood with our campaign. More than 122,000 Southwest Floridians voted for our campaign, and I am deeply grateful.

The election-night result is clear. I congratulate Jim Schwartzel on his victory and wish him success representing all of Florida’s 19th Congressional District. We respect the continuing canvassing and certification process.

The issues we fought for—lower costs, protecting Medicare and Social Security, supporting veterans, clean water, hurricane resilience and accountable representation—remain urgent. I will continue standing with the people of Southwest Florida.

Your vote is your voice. Thank you for making yours heard.

— Victor Arias

2026 Democratic candidate for U.S. Congress

Florida’s 19th Congressional District

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Clear answers based only on published campaign information and identified public sources.

What is Victor Arias saying about the FL-19 election-night result?

He says the election-night result is clear, congratulates Jim Schwartzel on his victory, and respects the continuing canvassing and certification process.

How many people voted for Victor Arias in the current election-night count?

The combined Lee and Collier County election-night returns show that more than 122,000 people voted for Victor Arias.

Who does Victor Arias thank in this statement?

He thanks voters, volunteers, supporters, and family members who stood with the campaign.

Which campaign priorities does the statement identify?

It identifies lower costs, protecting Medicare and Social Security, supporting veterans, clean water, hurricane resilience, and accountable representation.

What is Victor Arias’s closing message?

He says that every vote is a voice and thanks Southwest Florida voters for making theirs heard.