
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
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
(Candidate did not provide)
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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