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Gus M. Bilirakis
Aligns with you
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Gus is pushing hardest on
Economic × Social
left ↔ right · libertarian ↕ authoritarian
Government control × Nationalism
internationalist ↔ nationalist · low ↕ high control
applies to the maps & the answers below
Gus’s answers
Their position on each question. ★ = part of their agenda.
Foreign Aidno data
Substantially increase foreign aid as a core tool for reducing global poverty and advancing humanitarian goalsSharply cut or eliminate most foreign aid and focus resources on domestic needs
U.S. Southern Border Security10/10record · 80%
Shift away from physical barriers and heavy patrols, investing instead in addressing migration's root causes and processing arrivals humanelyPursue maximum enforcement, including large troop deployments and sealing the border against unauthorized entry
AnswerPursue maximum enforcement, including large troop deployments and sealing the border against unauthorized entry
“Voted for on Laken Riley Act (2025-01-22).” source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Legal Immigration Levelsno data
Substantially expand legal immigration to widen lawful pathwaysCut legal immigration significantly across most categories
Rent Controlno data
Impose strong rent caps that tightly limit annual increases across most rental housingProhibit rent control entirely and let supply and demand set rental prices
U.S. Military Spending10/10record · 80%
Significantly cut defense spending and redirect funds to domestic and diplomatic prioritiesSubstantially expand defense spending to ensure clear military superiority over rivals
AnswerSubstantially expand defense spending to ensure clear military superiority over rivals
“Voted for on Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026 (2025-07-18).” source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Legalizing Recreational Marijuanano data
Fully legalize, regulate, and tax marijuana nationwide for adult useMaintain the federal ban and enforce it consistently across all states
Death Penaltyno data
Abolish the death penalty in all casesExpand the death penalty and speed up the appeals process to carry out sentences
Same-Sex Marriageno data
Same-sex marriage is a fundamental right that should be fully protected and treated identically to other marriagesMarriage should be legally defined as a union between one man and one woman
Affirmative Actionno data
Such considerations should be actively used to expand diversity and remedy past discriminationRace and ethnicity should never be considered in admissions or hiring decisions
Privatizing Veteran Healthcareno data
Keep all veteran care within an expanded, fully government-run VA health system and limit outside referralsShift most veteran care to the private sector, with the government primarily paying private providers
Tariffs (General Approach)2.5/10inferred · 80%
Eliminate most tariffs to lower prices and expand free tradeApply high tariffs across the board to prioritize domestic manufacturing and economic independence
AnswerKeep tariffs low overall, using them only in rare, narrow cases
AI summary Gus Bilirakis is not a fan of tariffs, believing they ultimately lead to higher prices for consumers. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Balancing Tax Increases vs Spending Cuts10/10inferred · 90%
Close gaps almost entirely by raising taxes, especially on high earners and corporations, with little to no spending reductionClose gaps almost entirely through spending cuts, while reducing taxes wherever possible
AnswerClose gaps almost entirely through spending cuts, while reducing taxes wherever possible
AI summary Gus Bilirakis believes the federal government has a spending problem, advocating for spending cuts and eliminating wasteful programs rather than taxing and spending, and supports a Balanced Budget Amendment and new House Rules requiring flat or reduced spending. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Wealth Taxno data
Yes, levy a broad annual wealth tax with meaningful rates to reduce concentration of wealthNo, an annual wealth tax is unworkable and discourages saving and investment
Government Regulation Overall10/10inferred · 90%
Expand regulation significantly to protect consumers, workers, and the environment.Sharply cut regulations and require strict cost-benefit limits on new rules.
AnswerSharply cut regulations and require strict cost-benefit limits on new rules.
AI summary Gus Bilirakis believes regulations can stifle innovation and infringe on liberties, supporting smarter, more efficient, and effective regulation, and has worked to cut 'red tape' and supports repealing two regulations for each new one created. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Government Secrecy vs Transparencyno data
Default to disclosure, classifying only narrow material and declassifying aggressively over timePrioritize secrecy by default, giving agencies wide authority to withhold security-related information
Private School Vouchers10/10inferred · 70%
Prohibit using public funds for private school tuition and keep money in public schoolsProvide universal vouchers or education savings accounts usable at any school
AnswerProvide universal vouchers or education savings accounts usable at any school
AI summary Gus Bilirakis supports expanding 529 college savings accounts to include private and homeschooling expenses, indicating a favorable view towards supporting private education options. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Universal Healthcare10/10inferred · 90%
Establish a single, government-run health plan that covers everyone and replaces private insuranceRely on the private market and individual choice, with minimal government involvement in coverage
AnswerRely on the private market and individual choice, with minimal government involvement in coverage
AI summary Gus Bilirakis is a staunch opponent of socialized medicine and supports the infusion of free market principles and cost transparency into the healthcare system. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Prescription Drug Prices7.5/10inferred · 90%
Have the government set or cap drug prices directly to guarantee affordabilityLeave prices to the market and rely on private negotiation to control costs
AnswerPromote competition and generics rather than government price-setting
AI summary Gus Bilirakis has introduced and supported bipartisan legislation, such as the Lower Drug Costs Through Competition Act, to lower prescription drug costs by increasing competition and incentivizing generic drug development. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Overall Gun Laws10/10inferred · 80%
Much stricter, with broad new limits on sales, ownership, and firearm typesMuch looser, treating firearm access as a strongly protected right
AnswerMuch looser, treating firearm access as a strongly protected right
AI summary Gus Bilirakis has an 'A' rating from the NRA, supported concealed carry reciprocity, voted against the 'Bipartisan Safer Communities Act' due to concerns about Second Amendment rights, and supports more school resource officers and preventing mentally ill individuals from accessing weapons. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Abortion (Overall)10/10inferred · 90%
Legal in all cases as a personal medical decisionIllegal in nearly all cases to protect unborn life
AnswerIllegal in nearly all cases to protect unborn life
AI summary Gus Bilirakis is unapologetically pro-life, has an 'A+' rating from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, and has supported measures to protect unborn children and prohibit federal funding for abortions. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Carbon Tax7.5/10inferred · 90%
Adopt a high, rising carbon tax to sharply cut emissions, with rebates to householdsReject any carbon tax and address emissions through innovation rather than pricing
AnswerOppose a carbon tax due to costs to consumers and businesses
AI summary Gus Bilirakis has indicated opposition to a carbon tax, believing it would be detrimental to the economy, and signed a pledge to vote against climate change legislation that would raise taxes. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Climate Change (Overall)5/10inferred · 70%
Treat climate change as a top national emergency requiring sweeping, immediate actionMake climate change a low priority and avoid policies that restrict industry or raise costs
AnswerAddress climate change as one important issue balanced with economic and other concerns
AI summary Gus Bilirakis supports an 'all of the above' energy strategy, including increasing domestic production and renewable resources, has been active in hearings to reduce carbon emissions, and has opposed the Green New Deal and legislation that would raise taxes for climate change. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Universal Basic Incomeno data
Establish a generous universal basic income large enough to cover basic living costs for everyoneOppose any basic income and rely on work, markets, and private opportunity to support people
Federal Minimum Wageno data
Raise the federal minimum wage substantially and index it to rise with the cost of livingEliminate or freeze the federal minimum wage and let the market set pay
Electoral Collegeno data
Replace the Electoral College with a direct national popular votePreserve the current winner-take-all Electoral College system unchanged
Voter ID Laws7.5/10inferred · 90%
Require no ID; allow voting on signature or affirmation of identityRequire strict government-issued photo ID for all voters with few exceptions
AnswerRequire government-issued photo ID with limited exceptions
AI summary Gus Bilirakis supports voter ID requirements for federal elections and proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration, as outlined in the SAVE America Act. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Public Transportation Funding2.5/10inferred · 70%
Dramatically increase public subsidies to expand service and make transit free or nearly free for all ridersMinimize public funding and let transit operate on fares or shift to private operators
AnswerIncrease government funding to widen coverage and keep fares low
AI summary Gus Bilirakis has secured federal funding for critical infrastructure projects in his district, including transportation-related projects like the extension of Ridge Road and reconstruction of the Dunedin Causeway Bridge. (paraphrased — not a direct quote) source ↗ · as of 2026-06-18
Honesty note. Every position carries a source, a confidence, and an as-of date. Answers flagged inferred are AI- or estimate-derived, came through review, and are never presented as fact. The maps, alignment, and agenda all derive from these sourced answers. The “aligns with you” number is your own weighting — not a recommendation of who to vote for.