Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Mike Haridopolos took to the House Floor to honor three extraordinary veterans from Florida’s Space and Treasure Coasts, Army Sgt. 1st Class Melvin Morris, Master Sgt. Arcadio Santiago-Rodriguez, and Lieutenant Commander John Paul Surprenant for their remarkable bravery and service to our nation.
“These men represent the very best of American courage and dedication to duty,” said Congressman Haridopolos. “It was a privilege to recognize their heroic contributions, ensuring their legacy lives on.”
MELBOURNE, FL – Congressman Mike Haridopolos (FL-08) and Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos are pleased to announce that the 2025 Congressional Art Competition is officially open for high school students across Florida’s 8th Congressional District. This annual competition is an opportunity to showcase the creativity and talent of young artists while celebrating the unique beauty and innovation of our district.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tonight, Congressman Mike Haridopolos issued the following statement in response to President Donald J. Trump’s address to Congress, commending the President’s vision for America and his achievements since taking office in January:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Congressman Mike Haridopolos announced that his office has already made significant progress helping constituents navigate the federal bureaucracy and reclaim payments rightfully owed. Since taking office two months ago, his team has resolved over 375 cases for local veterans, seniors, small business owners, and families, securing more than $500,000 in benefits, refunds, and payments rightfully owed to the people of Florida’s Space and Treasure Coasts by the federal government.
Washington, D.C. – This week, Congressman Mike Haridopolos (FL-08) took to the house floor to honor two Vero Beach natives, Colonel Anthony Young and Judie Kent, whose service and courageous actions define the best of our community.
On Wednesday, Congressman Mike Haridopolos (FL-08) chaired his first hearing as Chairman of the Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee in the House of Representatives, focusing on NASA’s Artemis program. Titled, “Step by Step: The Artemis Program and NASA's Path to Human Exploration of the Moon, Mars, and Beyond,” the hearing brought together outside experts to assess the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) progress and underscore the importance of a consistent vision for human space exploration.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday evening, Congressman Mike Haridopolos (FL-08) voted to pass the House Republican Budget Resolution, paving the way for responsible governance and delivering on promises made to the American people.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, Congressman Mike Haridopolos (FL-08) hosted his first Telephone Town Hall with constituents. The hour-long event drew in an unprecedented 4,562 participants from across Brevard and Indian River County, and provided an opportunity for residents to directly engage with their representative on the issues that matter most to them.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- On Wednesday, House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Brian Babin and Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee Chairman Mike Haridopolos announced a subcommittee hearing to review NASA’s progress on the Artemis program, assess the evolution of its human exploration strategy, evaluate opportunities to accelerate Artemis objectives cost-effectively, and examine how current efforts align with future goals and crewed missions to Mars.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, Congressman Mike Haridopolos (FL-08) delivered a speech on the Floor of the House of Representatives honoring constituent Robert L. Willett. The 98-year-old is a brave veteran of World War II and the Korean War. Mr. Willett is seeking a memorial for his late mother to be placed in Cape Canaveral Cemetery, but has faced bureaucratic restrictions. Congressman Haridopolos is working to overcome the bureaucratic red tape that stands in the way of this honorable memorial.