Lev Parnas, Former Giuliani Associate, Launches Democratic Bid for Florida’s 27th Congressional District

Miami, FL – Lev Parnas, the former associate of Rudy Giuliani who gained notoriety during the first impeachment of Donald Trump, has announced his candidacy for Florida’s 27th Congressional District as a Democrat. Parnas will challenge Republican incumbent Maria Elvira Salazar in the upcoming election.

The announcement injects a controversial figure into the Democratic primary, drawing attention due to Parnas’s past legal issues and national profile. He previously served prison time following convictions for fraud and campaign-finance violations.

From Trump Ally to Democratic Challenger

Parnas’s political journey has taken a dramatic turn. Once a prominent figure in Giuliani’s efforts to investigate Joe Biden and his son Hunter in Ukraine, Parnas later became a vocal critic of Donald Trump. He testified during the House impeachment inquiry, providing damaging information about Trump’s dealings with Ukraine .

Born in Russia and arriving in the U.S. With his parents at age 3 as Jewish refugees, Parnas now emphasizes his roots and connection to South Florida . He runs the Substack blog “Lev Remembers,” where he regularly criticizes the former president and his administration .

Campaign Focus and Platform

Parnas is campaigning on a platform focused on easing financial burdens for families and small businesses in Florida’s 27th District. Key issues include improving the affordability of healthcare, addressing student loan debt, tackling immigration challenges, and promoting environmental resilience .

He stated, “Families across Florida’s 27th District are being squeezed from every direction—groceries, rent, health care, and the cost of simply trying to build a life in Miami.” He added, “For years, this community has lived with the consequences of national immigration and economic policies that have created uncertainty for families and instability for local businesses.”

Notably, his campaign materials describe him as a “highly influential independent voice,” and his website does not explicitly state his party affiliation . However, he is running as a Democrat , joining a growing field of challengers to Salazar.

About the 27th Congressional District

Florida’s 27th Congressional District encompasses parts of Miami-Dade County. Maria Elvira Salazar has represented the district since 2021 .

Key Takeaways

• Lev Parnas, a former associate of Rudy Giuliani, is running for Congress in Florida’s 27th District as a Democrat.
• He is challenging incumbent Republican Maria Elvira Salazar.
• Parnas is campaigning on issues of economic relief and affordability for families and small businesses.
• His past legal troubles and role in the Trump impeachment proceedings are expected to be central to the campaign.