Mario Díaz-Balart, U.S. Congressman representing Florida’s 26th District since 2003, announced his participation in two live media appearances on August 4, 2025, where he planned to discuss legislative efforts related to national security and State Department funding.
In a tweet posted at 13:48 UTC, Díaz-Balart stated: “LIVE today at 10:04 a.m. ET on @davidwebbshow via SiriusXM Patriot 125. Discussing my FY 2026 National Security and State Dept. funding bill, which zeroes out World Bank funding to ensure accountability and prioritize U.S. national security interests.”
Later that day, at 17:31 UTC, he shared another announcement for Spanish-speaking audiences: “EN VIVO hoy a la 1:30 p.m. (hora del Este) con @LucyPeredaTV en su programa “SIN CENSURA” por @radiomambi710 AM.”
Díaz-Balart also posted a link at 17:39 UTC without additional context: “https://t.co/LpojoB05Z0”
Díaz-Balart has an extensive political career. He has served continuously in Congress since 2003 and previously held positions in the Florida House of Representatives from 1988 to 1992 and the Florida Senate from 1992 to 2000. Born in Fort Lauderdale in 1961 and currently residing in Miami, Díaz-Balart holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of South Florida.
