Greg Merk

Republican | Florida

Candidate Profile

Conservative (Conditional)

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Greg Merk


Party

Republican


Election Year

2025


Election

Special Primary


Race

U.S. House, Dist. 1


Incumbent

No


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EDUCATION

Marion Military Institute, Marion, AL, AA, 1985

SUNY Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, BS, 1989

Georgetown University, Washington DC, MSF, 2021

WORK & MILITARY

US NAVY, LCDR O-4, 10.5

US AIR FORCE, Major, 10.5

AFFILIATIONS

Faith Baptist Church, Missionary Committee, Trinitas Christian School

Baseball Coach, East Hill Christian School, Varsity Baseball Coach

Ted Cruz 2016, Regional Campaign Manager

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

(Candidate did not provide)

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

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Race

Previous Races

ENDORSEMENTS

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)

Mike Hill, former Florida State Representative

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)

Jon Gregory Litton (2021)

Ted Cruz (2016)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Agree

I believe life begins at conception. I do not support abortion exceptions for rape or incest. The child is a life and must be protected. The law must prosecute criminal sexual conduct. The unborn child must not be the subject of punishment.

Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.

Strongly Agree

I oppose chemical abortions

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

Ectopic pregnancies

Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?

Yes, I support a national abortion ban with the understanding that it would be adjudicated at the SCOTUS which recently put it back to the states,


ECONOMY

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

I support a flat tax.

Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.

Strongly Agree

Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?

No

ESG is a global agenda intended to undermine US sovereignty and redistribute wealth.


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

The US Constitution sought to protect religious freedom from the federal government. By design, states were free to establish specific religious preferences. The separation of church and state notion misinterprets the founders' intent. The church should be protected from the federal government, not the other way around.

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Strongly Disagree

This is a violation of the 1st Amendment.


HEALTHCARE

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

None.

What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.

D. Government involvement in healthcare has ruined our healthcare system. Free markets will best serve this and all markets.


NATIONAL SECURITY

With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.

C. US involvement must meet all 3 of the following criteria...US national security interest, US economic interest, advance US ideals

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

Strongly Agree

Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

Bless Israel and God will bless US. Curse Israel and God will curse us (Genesis)

What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

Poor leadership. Woke policies. Obesity, drug usage, and criminal records among 78% of 18-25 years old.


IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

Strongly Agree

Cut off all the entitlements and the will self deport. Public hospitals and schools must cooperate with ICE to identify illegals.

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

Skilled, with minimum of $25000 verifiable savings


EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

Strongly Agree

Eliminate Department of Education

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Strongly Agree


VALUES

Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.

Strongly Agree

Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.

Strongly Agree

Federal ban on gender "care" for minors

Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.

Strongly Disagree

NEVER

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

Believe Christ died for my sins and the sins of the world. My faith in Christ is the foundation of my political and social views.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

The Electoral College should be abolished.

Strongly Disagree


EQUALITY

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

Strongly Disagree

This is a Marxist ideology

Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.

Strongly Agree


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.

Strongly Disagree

Man-made climate change is a lie. This global agenda is not about saving the planet but about fundamental transformation. It is to control the masses and redistribute wealth globally.

What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

Nuclear and clean coal.


ABOUT YOU

When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?

Very Conservative

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

Serve the people

Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.

no

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.

no


JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY

The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.

Strongly Disagree


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

Strongly Disagree

This is a Marxist philosophy


2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

Felons lose 2A rights; otherwise, all US citizens have the right to keep and bear arms. "Assault weapon" bans are unconstitutional.

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