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Florida · Florida's 7th District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Bale Dalton

Democratic

Former NASA chief of staff

2026 race · Florida's 7th District

36% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

36%64%

34% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

34%66%
● Bale Dalton● Ryan Elijah
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$2.1M
From individuals
$1.8M
Spent
$1.7M
Cash on hand
$443.5K

Money: FEC, through Sep 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026