Mario Díaz-Balart U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot
Mario Díaz-Balart U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot
Mario Díaz-Balart, a long-serving U.S. Congressman representing Florida's 26th District, recently shared several tweets commemorating influential figures and events. His social media posts reflect on personal losses and celebrate legacies of service.
On March 5, 2025, Díaz-Balart expressed his sorrow over the passing of Perla Tabares. He described her as "a fierce advocate for FIU during her time on the Board of Regents" and praised her ongoing commitment to education through her work on the school board. He emphasized that "her legacy will have a lasting impact" on Florida’s students.
In a subsequent tweet dated March 7, 2025, Díaz-Balart invited followers to join in honoring Lincoln Díaz-Balart's contributions. He encouraged participation in a live broadcast tribute by stating: "Join us in honoring the legacy of service, integrity, and dedication of Lincoln Díaz-Balart."
Later that day, he reiterated this invitation in Spanish: "Acompáñanos a rendir homenaje al legado de servicio, integridad y dedicación de Lincoln Díaz-Balart." This reflects his effort to reach both English and Spanish-speaking audiences.