March 20, 2025
TAMPA, Fla. – TAMPA, Fla. – Today, Ashley Moody, current United States Senator and former Attorney General of Florida, announced the endorsements of 64 Sheriffs throughout Florida–including every elected Republican Sheriff. Senator Moody proudly stands with law enforcement and, as a wife of a law enforcement officer, knows and appreciates the sacrifice the brave men and women in uniform make every day to support and protect their communities. Senator Moody made this announcement ahead of officially launching her campaign for the U.S. Senate later today.
Additionally, earlier this week, Senator Moody announced the endorsements of all 15 Republican State Attorneys throughout Florida. See more HERE.
Senator Ashley Moody said, “Every single day, men and women put on the uniform and vow to protect and serve our communities to keep Florida families safe. Their sacrifice does not go unnoticed, and I am grateful to have the endorsement of 64 Florida Sheriffs. We owe a debt of gratitude for their selfless leadership, and I will continue working each day to ensure our law enforcement have the resources they need. I will always have their backs as we work together to secure the border, end the fentanyl crisis, strengthen our national security, and protect Florida families.”
What they are saying…
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods said, “There is no better individual who has proven her stance on the rule of the law and shown her unwavering support for all law enforcement than Ashley Moody to represent all Floridians in the U.S. Senate.”
Miami-Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz said, “I wholeheartedly endorse Ashley Moody for Senate because I know that Moody will always fight for Florida and prioritize the public safety and well-being of our community and our state.”
Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco said, “Senator Ashley Moody is a strong defender of law enforcement. She understands the important role we have in keeping our communities safe and has always supported our efforts to reduce victimization in our communities and hold those who do harm to account. Florida has been blessed to have great United States Senators, with former Senator Marco Rubio, our current Senator Rick Scott and now Senator Moody who will continue this great momentum and will make sure Florida is represented well in the United States Senate.”
Clay County Sheriff Michelle E. Cook said, “Senator Moody understands what is needed to maintain safe neighborhoods. She stands staunchly in favor of law and order and her common sense approach to community safety makes sense. I have worked with the Senator for several years on key issues and strongly endorse her candidacy.”
Bradford County Sheriff Gordon Smith said, “Senator Ashley Moody’s unwavering dedication to Floridians and her steadfast leadership make her a true champion for our communities. Her commitment to justice, public safety, and the well-being of our state is unmatched. Proud to stand with her!”
Below is a list of Sheriffs who have endorsed Ashley Moody for Senate:
- Baker County Sheriff Scotty Rhoden
- Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford
- Bradford County Sheriff Gordon Smith
- Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey
- Calhoun County Sheriff Michael Bryant
- Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell
- Citrus County Sheriff David Vincent
- Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook
- Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk
- Columbia County Sheriff Wallace Kitchings
- DeSoto County Sheriff James Potter
- Dixie County Sheriff Darby Butler
- Duval County Sheriff T.K. Waters
- Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons
- Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly
- Franklin County Sheriff A.J. Smith
- Gadsden County Sheriff Morris Young
- Gilchrist County Sheriff Bobby Schultz
- Glades County Sheriff David Hardin
- Gulf County Sheriff Mike Harrison
- Hamilton County Sheriff Brian Creech
- Hardee County Sheriff Vent Crawford
- Hendry County Sheriff Steve Whidden
- Hernando County Sheriff Al Nienhuis
- Highlands County Sheriff Paul Blackman
- Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister
- Holmes County Sheriff John Tate
- Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers
- Jackson County Sheriff Donnie Edenfield
- Jefferson County Sheriff Mac McNeill
- Lafayette County Sheriff Brian Lamb
- Lake County Sheriff Peyton Grinnell
- Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno
- Levy County Sheriff Bobby McCallum
- Liberty County Sheriff Dusty Arnold
- Madison County Sheriff David Harper
- Manatee County Sheriff Rick Wells
- Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods
- Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek
- Miami-Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz
- Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay
- Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper
- Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden
- Okeechobee County Sheriff Noel Stephen
- Orange County Sheriff John Mina
- Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez
- Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw
- Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco
- Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri
- Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd
- Putnam County Sheriff Gator DeLoach
- Santa Rosa County Sheriff Robert Johnson
- Sarasota County Sheriff Kurt Hoffman
- Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma
- St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick
- St. Lucie County Sheriff Richard Del Torro
- Sumter County Sheriff Pat Breeden
- Suwannee County Sheriff Sam St. John
- Taylor County Sheriff Wayne Padgett
- Union County Sheriff Brad Whitehead
- Volusia County Sheriff Michael Chitwood
- Wakulla County Sheriff Jared Miller
- Walton County Sheriff Mike Adkinson
- Washington County Sheriff Kevin Crews
About Ashley Moody
Ashley Moody is a fifth-generation Floridian raised in Plant City, Florida, known as the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World. She is a three-time graduate of the University of Florida where she earned her bachelor’s, master’s and law degrees. She also earned her Master of Laws from Stetson University.
Raised in a family dedicated to serving others, Ashley was inspired to pursue a career in justice and public service. She began her career at the law firm Holland & Knight, where she specialized in commercial litigation. Later, Ashley became a federal prosecutor in Jacksonville and Tampa, where she prosecuted cases involving drug trafficking, firearms, and fraud offenses.
In 2006, Ashley made history as the youngest judge in Florida when she was elected to serve on the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Court in Hillsborough County at just 31 years old.
After serving as a judge for over a decade, Ashley was elected as Florida’s 38th Attorney General and quickly earned national recognition for her leadership as she championed policies to enhance public safety, strengthen law enforcement, and crack down on violent crime. Throughout her tenure as Attorney General, Ashley earned a reputation as a fierce leader in the fight against unelected bureaucrats in Washington who sought to undermine Florida’s policies. She has also been a national leader in protecting religious freedom and the sanctity of life.
During President Donald Trump’s first administration, Ashley was appointed to serve as a Commissioner on the Presidential Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice.
On January 21, 2025, Ashley was sworn into the U.S. Senate after being appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis.
As U.S. Senator, Ashley continues her mission to uphold conservative values, strengthen national security, and fight for Floridians. She is a key supporter of President Trump’s agenda and remains dedicated to America First policies that promote law and order, economic prosperity, and American sovereignty.
Ashley and her husband, Justin, a career law enforcement officer, have two sons, Brandon and Connor.