Ted Yoho, born on April thirteenth, nineteen fifty-five, is a distinguished American politician, veterinarian, and businessman. He made his mark as the U.S. representative for Florida's third congressional district from two thousand thirteen until two thousand twenty-one, proudly serving as a member of the Republican Party.
In a remarkable political upset during the two thousand twelve Republican primary election, Yoho defeated long-time incumbent Congressman Cliff Stearns, who had held his seat since nineteen eighty-eight. Prior to his congressional career, Yoho dedicated thirty years to his profession as a veterinarian and small business owner in North Central Florida, establishing a strong connection with his community.
On December tenth, two thousand nineteen, Yoho announced his decision to honor a pledge regarding term limits, declaring that he would not seek re-election in two thousand twenty. This commitment to principle has defined his approach to public service.
In November two thousand twenty-four, Yoho briefly contemplated a return to politics by considering a run in the upcoming two thousand twenty-five special election for Florida's sixth congressional district, as his residence falls within the newly drawn district boundaries.