Ted Veerman

2.14.2026

It was inspiring visiting @MoteMarineLab and learning more about the innovation happening within Florida’s agriculture and aquaculture industries. Florida’s farmers, producers, and small businesses are essential to our economy, our food security, and our way of life. We’ll continue fighting to protect and strengthen these industries and the sustainable technology to feed our state.

Reprimanded and now arrested.

I’m honored to have the endorsement of Apopka Vice Mayor Diane Velazquez. As a former law enforcement officer and detective, Vice Mayor Velazquez understands the importance of public safety, supporting our first responders, and standing strong for our communities. Her decades of service and leadership speak for themselves, and I’m grateful for her confidence in our campaign. Together, we’re going to keep fighting for Florida families, backing the blue, supporting our veterans, and protecting the values that make this the Free State of Florida.

As Vice President of the Florida Chapter of Veterans for America First, I am incredibly proud to stand behind Lt. Governor Jay Collins to become Florida's next Governor. 🇺🇸 Ron DeSantis chose Lt. Governor Collins, and we must continue to keep Florida Free. Jay Collins is the definition of resilience, patriotism, and leadership under pressure. He sacrificed for this nation, lost a leg defending America, then requalified and continued serving. That kind of determination cannot be taught — it’s earned. Florida remains the Free State of Florida because leaders are willing to fight to keep it free. ⚔️🇺🇸 Please read and share the official press release below. ⬇️ vfaf.us/vfaf-endorseme…

🚨 BREAKING: Veterans for America First (VFAF.us) officially endorses 🇺🇸 Lt. Governor Jay Collins for Governor of Florida. 🇺🇸 VFAF (@VFAFwarroom) was the FIRST grassroots veterans organization to stand with President Trump BEFORE he came down the golden escalator. Now, VFAF is once again standing with a warrior. ⚔️ 💥 Green Beret 💥 Combat Veteran 💥 Lost his leg serving America 💥 Requalified and kept serving 💥 Defends the Constitution 💥 Stands against communist influence 💥 Fights to keep Florida FREE 💥 Gov. Ron DeSantis's chosen right hand. As VFAF National Press Secretary and Florida Chapter VP Christi Tasker (@Christi4Miami) stated: “Jay Collins stands stronger on one leg than most politicians stand on two.” Florida is America’s front line on our southern border. We need battle-tested leadership to protect Florida— not weakness or distractions. Full Press Release Announcement Coming Soon: vfaf.us/news Follow: @VFAFWarroom @JayCollinsFL @LtGovJayCollins #Florida #JayCollins #VFAF #AmericaFirst #MAGA #Veterans #Trump #FloridaGovernor 🇺🇸🔥

Volusia deputies’ group endorses Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for governor @JayCollinsFL: "I’ve stood by Gov. Ron DeSantis to keep Florida a law-and-order state where our law enforcement officers get the respect and resources they deserve."

BACKED BY THE BLUE.🚔 Volusia County Deputies Association is now in @JayCollinsFL corner as he stalks more support from law enforcement in Florida’s governor race. The Volusia County Deputies Association is in his corner. 🔗 @Mike_Floridian floridianpress.com/2026/05/volusi…

Baseball, community, and Florida traditions, it doesn’t get much better than that. Grateful for the warm welcome and the opportunity to spend time with so many great families and fans last night. It was great to throw out the first pitch at the Daytona Tortugas game. What a night! Thanks, @SheriffChitwood, for joining me and for your support.

Jay truly gets people. Doesn’t matter what your station in life is, when he meets you he listens to you. Despite my pleading, he gives his number out freely, and does his absolute best to return every phone call and text from you — the voter. People around Florida are meeting Jay every day and learning why he’s the right man to lead our state. Help spread the word: jayforflorida.com

Packed house for @JayCollinsFL this afternoon for the launch of the Veterans for Collins coalition and announcement of initiatives to help returning troops launch their businesses here in the Free State of Florida. Jay Collins will keep Florida the most veteran-friendly state🇺🇸

Spending time with the first responders fighting the Putnam and Clay County wildfires was something I’ll never forget. These men and women put their lives on the line every single day. They reminded me of the dedication I saw in my fellow special operators. These are professionals on a mission to protect the lives and property of Floridians, and nothing will ever deter them. We are very fortunate that they have our backs.

Putnam County showed up in a big way. Incredible energy, strong support, and a community that’s ready to keep Florida moving forward. Grateful for everyone who came out. This is how we win!

Our Lt. Gov. is pretty comfortable hanging out the side of a helicopter hovering above a forest fire. Not a bad trait to have in a state like Florida. Praying for rain and some relief for our neighbors in Putnam and Clay.

@realJennaEllis @ConservativeAnt You’re so bad at this

@TedVeerman Really? Because it seems a lot more like Jay is the one who threw a temper tantrum because @ConservativeAnt wasn’t going to be at Jay’s own event to help draw crowds.

Jay Collins is hustling around the state, every day, earning the votes of Republicans and their mothers (yes, including mine). That won’t stop just because an influencer threw a temper tantrum. See you Wednesday?

If you’ve never been to Renegades you’re missing out, it’s one of the coolest spots in rural Florida. Luckily, you’ll have an excuse to stop by next Wednesday. @JayCollinsFL is everywhere — all gas, no brakes!

The Diocese of St Augustine @DOSACatholics has become a joke. Young Catholics don’t respect you and you’re damaging the church by prioritizing political messaging over the Bible. Ignorance and virtue signaling are not godly attributes.

Great to be with Governor @RonDeSantis today as he signed HB 1471 to protect the laws of Florida and the United States against radical ideologies like Sharia law. We have our own laws in Florida. We won’t accept foreign influence meant to erode our legal system and way of life.

@NennstielGatlin @MsMollyBest 👀

Strange how the media had no problem showing our podium signs at past press conferences, but they suddenly didn’t want it shown when it opposed Sharia Law. Why the sudden change?

.@JayCollinsFL has seen these nightmares play out in real life while serving abroad. He will never allow them to occur on Floridian soil.