Don Gaetz
American politician in Florida
Donald Jay Gaetz (/ˈɡeɪts/ GAYTS; born January 22, 1948) is an American businessman and Republican politician. He is a member of the Florida State Senate since 2024. He was a member before from 2006 to 2016. He was Senate president from 2012 to 2014.
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| President of the Florida Senate | |
| In office November 20, 2012 – November 18, 2014 | |
| Preceded by | Mike Haridopolos |
| Succeeded by | Andy Gardiner |
| Member of the Florida Senate from the 1st district | |
| Assumed office November 5, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Doug Broxson |
| In office November 7, 2006 – November 8, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Charlie Clary |
| Succeeded by | Redistricted |
| Constituency | 4th district (2006–2012) 1st district (2012–2016) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 22, 1948 Rugby, North Dakota, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Victoria Quertermous |
| Children | 2, including Matt |
| Parents | Jerry Gaetz (father) |
| Education | Concordia College (BA) Troy State University (MPA) |
Gaetz was elected back to 1st Senate district in the 2024 election. He is the father of former Congressman Matt Gaetz.[1]
References
change- ↑ Zak, Dan (February 20, 2018). "Rep. Matt Gaetz wants you to know who he is, and his plan is working". The Washington Post. Retrieved October 24, 2019.
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