Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez, a U.S. Congressman representing Florida’s 28th district, posted a series of updates on his official Twitter account between April 29 and April 30, 2026, focusing on national security and current political events.
On April 29, Gimenez announced an upcoming television appearance: “NEWS—> I’ll be on @CNN shortly with @jaketapper. Tune in!” Later that day, he referenced a congressional hearing involving Secretary Pete Hegseth, stating: “Congressional Hearing with Secretary Pete Hegseth supporting this administration’s goal to protect America’s national security! https://t.co/uvt7IkesOk”
The following morning, Gimenez addressed concerns regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions: “Let me be clear: the despicable regime in #Iran must never have a nuclear weapon & I commend this Administration for protecting our national security. https://t.co/BnV7WuJ1Rg”
Gimenez has served as the representative for Florida’s 28th district since 2021 after replacing Debbie Mucarsel-Powell. Before his tenure in Congress, he was a member of the Florida House of Representatives and the Miami-Dade County Commission from 2005 to 2011. Born in Havana, Cuba in 1954 and currently residing in Miami, Gimenez graduated from Barry University with a Bachelor of Public Administration degree in 1999.
