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Federal · 2026 Candidate

Leela Gray

Running for U.S. House District 13, District 13
Party: DemocratStatus: QualifiedFiled: Feb 19, 2026
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What to know

Gray is a retired Army officer of 35 years and a first-time candidate for public office. Her campaign is built around leadership and anti-corruption rather than a detailed issue platform, so on most specific questions there is nothing published to compare.

Who's Funding This Campaign

Federal Election Commission filings for the 2026 cycle, through July 29, 2026. That is the most recent full report the FEC requires — anything raised since is not public yet. The October Quarterly report covers through September 30, 2026 and is due October 15, 2026.

Raised
$1,223,069
Spent
$539,774
Cash on hand
$683,295
PACs that gave directly — $70,500

Contributions from registered political committees straight to the campaign.

Crosspartisan PAC I$10,000
New Democrat Coalition Action Fund$5,000
Mitten PAC$5,000
Carpenters Legislative Improvement Committee United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners$5,000
Moms Fed Up$5,000
Elect Democratic Women$5,000
Ameripac: the Fund for a Greater America$5,000
Votevets$5,000
+ 13 more
Money the donor list doesn't show

$198,220 from small-dollar donors. Contributions under a $200 running total are not itemized, so federal law does not require their names to be disclosed at all.

$1,363 transferred in from joint fundraising committees the campaign itself takes part in. This is the campaign's own fundraising structure moving money, not an outside backer.

Source: Federal Election Commission. Figures cover the 2026 cycle only and are rounded to whole dollars. Principal committee: Leela J Gray for Congress INC.

Positions on Key Issues

Sourced from campaign websites and public statements. These are the candidate's own claims as published, not independently verified by Activate Pinellas unless marked.

Insurance
When we believe in good faith that we are lawfully authorized or required to do so or that doing so is reasonably necessary or appropriate to comply with the law or legal processes or respond to lawful requests, claims or legal authorities, including responding to lawful subpoenas, warrants, or court orders;
When we believe in good faith that we are lawfully authorized or required to do so or that doing so is reasonably necessary or appropriate to comply with the law or legal processes or respond to lawful requests, claims or legal authorities, including responding to lawful subpoenas, warrants, or court orders;
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Economy
Our national security and coastal economy are in chaos while politicians drive hate among our neighbors and distrust among allies. Tackling the Cost of Living Crisis Growing Economic Opportunities Fighting for Our Most Vulnerable Protecting our Beaches, Land, and Coastal Economy
That mantra guided me for 35 years as an Army officer and business leader. It is why I am running to serve our community and country. My family moved to Tampa Bay 23 years ago. We watched neighbors struggle with skyrocketing costs of housing, healthcare, insurance, food, fuel, and groceries. We saw hurricanes destroy our homes and kill our neighbors. Our national security and coastal economy are in chaos while politicians drive hate among our neighbors and distrust among allies. That isn't a partisan issue. It is a failure of leadership. Leadership means you don’t wait for someone else to fix a problem. The system is broken, and the time to act is now. I am running to stop the chaos. My campaign isn’t about partisan “good versus bad” mudslinging. It’s about voting for the best candidate. I have the best leadership and professional experience to deliver Pinellas and our great nation back to peace and prosperity. If you are tired of seeing a lack of leadership in Congress stall progress for your family, then vote for me. If you are tired of partisan politicians staying in office to promote their personal agendas, then vote for me. Great leaders listen and learn. I want to hear from you! Connect with me on social media and send your comments. Volunteer if you would like to join my team and help stop the chaos. We are stronger together and together we will win! Tackling the Cost of Living Crisis Growing Economic Opportunities Fighting for Our Most Vulnerable Protecting our Beache
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Public Safety
Gray for Congress takes reasonable measures to help protect information about you from loss, theft, misuse and unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration and destruction.
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Frequently Asked

Who is Leela Gray?
Leela Gray is a 2026 Democrat candidate for U.S. House District 13, 13. Leela Gray has stated positions on 3 key issues.
What office is Leela Gray running for?
Leela Gray is running for U.S. House District 13, 13. Filed: February 19, 2026.
How can I learn more about Leela Gray's positions?
Leela Gray's stated positions cover: Insurance, Economy, Public Safety. See full positions below.

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