PALM BEACH, Fla. — President Donald Trump doubled down on his endorsement of Republican Jon Maples within the particular election for Florida Home District 87, inviting the candidate to the stage and praising his marketing campaign on the Palm Seaside Republican Social gathering’s Lincoln Day Dinner.
Trump, who first endorsed Maples in January, referred to as the monetary planner and former Lake Clarke Shores city council member onstage Friday together with state Rep. Meg Weinberger. Video of the second captured the president’s remarks.
“He’s [Jon Maples] acquired the best industrial, I believe I’ve ever seen,” Trump stated.
“Best president ever. Thanks Mr. President,” Maples responded.
The particular election to exchange former Rep. Mike Caruso, who resigned to develop into Palm Seaside County clerk and comptroller, is ready for Tuesday. Maples defeated his Republican main opponent with 84% of the vote and now faces Democrat Emily Gregory within the Palm Seaside County-based district that features Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort. Trump’s January endorsement described Maples as “a really profitable Businessman and Civic Chief” together with his “Full and Whole Endorsement.”
Trump additionally gave a shoutout to Weinberger, praising her for her laws renaming Palm Seaside Worldwide Airport to Donald J. Trump Worldwide Airport.
“When she speaks, everyone simply listens, and he or she’s implausible,” Trump stated within the video footage.
Weinberger sponsored the invoice, which handed the Republican-controlled Legislature in February and awaits Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signature.
WATCH: President Trump INVITES Florida State Home Candidate Jon Maples and Florida State Rep. Meg Weinberger to the stage on the Palm Seaside Republican Social gathering Lincoln Day Dinner
TRUMP: “He’s [Jon Maples] acquired the best industrial, I believe I’ve ever seen.”
MAPLES: “Best… pic.twitter.com/NikFdPGJKW
— Florida’s Voice (@FLVoiceNews) March 21, 2026
