Congressional Profile
Authenticity Scorecard
B
2026 Campaign Promises
Foreign Aid Reform: As Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, he has pledged to restructure USAID, potentially folding it into the State Department to increase "command and control". He advocates for freezing and reviewing aid to ensure it is not used for what he describes as "far-left" programs, such as transgender operas or atheism expansion, and wants to ensure nearly all aid reaches its intended purpose rather than being spent on administrative costs.
National Security and Tariffs: He supports using tariffs as a tool for national security, specifically to pressure neighboring countries to stop the flow of fentanyl and human trafficking across the border.
Military Focus: Mast pledges to restore military strength by eliminating "woke" political training and diversity-focused promotion tracks, arguing that the armed forces should prioritize merit and excellence over political ideology.
Environmental Protection: For his Florida constituents, he has consistently pledged to fight for clean water and regional water quality improvements, often using the slogan "Send the Water South" to advocate for restoring the natural flow of the Everglades.
Voter Integrity: He has championed the SAVE Act, pledging to require proof of U.S. citizenship and identity for federal voter registration to safeguard election eligibility.
Veterans and First Responders: A decorated veteran himself, he pledges continued advocacy for veterans' healthcare and has introduced the Medal of Sacrifice Act to ensure fallen first responders receive formal recognition.
Economic Policy: He has pledged to lower taxes and reduce federal spending, arguing that current debt levels are unsustainable and that taxpayers should keep more of their hard-earned money.
U. S. representative for Florida's 21st congressional district since 2017. The district, numbered as the 18th district from 2017 to 2023, includes portions of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.
Brian Mast
Brian Mast is a Republican U.S. Representative from Florida’s 21st District and a decorated U.S. Army veteran who lost both legs while serving as a bomb disposal expert in Afghanistan. Currently serving as the Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, he is widely recognized for his advocacy for veterans' healthcare, national security, and regional water quality improvements.