Candidate for U.S. Senate (special election)
Neil J. Gillespie
Neil J. Gillespie of Ocala is a No Party Affiliation candidate who describes himself as "No Party Neil." He says he is running because of what he sees as a lack of due process in state and federal courts, and his campaign centers on the separation of powers and the First Amendment.
- Current or most recent role
- Founder and director, Justice Network (advocacy group)
- Hometown
- Ocala
- Campaign website
- neilgillespie4senate.blogspot.com
Why they say you should vote for them
The candidate's own case to voters, summarized from their campaign and public statements.
- Says his top priority is restoring checks and balances and the separation of powers in government.[1]
- Argues that lawyers admitted to practice are officers of the court and should not serve in legislative or executive office.[1]
- Says he runs without a party, citing George Washington's Farewell Address warnings about political parties.[1]
Background
- Founder and director, Justice Network[1]
- Licensed motor vehicle dealer, Pennsylvania (before moving to Florida in 1993)[1]
- Declared candidate (campaign suspended while he runs for U.S. Senate), President of the United States (2028 election)[2]
Education
Where they stand
- Elections & DemocracySays he has filed a complaint alleging fraud in the 2020 presidential election with the Federal Election Commission and the U.S. Supreme Court.[2]
- Civil LibertiesLists freedom of speech and the press, separation of church and state, and redress of grievances including habeas corpus among his priorities.[1]
Voting record
Neil J. Gillespie has not held an office with a recorded voting record. See Background and Where they stand.
In their words
“I am motivated to run for office because of lawfare and lack of due process”
Sources
- Neil Gillespie (Candidate Connection survey and profile), Ballotpedia
- Neil J. Gillespie for U.S. Senate, Neil J. Gillespie campaign, October 5, 2026
- Candidate Tracking System: Neil J. Gillespie, United States Senator, Florida Division of Elections
Last reviewed October 10, 2026. Spot an error or something missing? Report a correction.
Also running for U.S. Senate (special election)
- Ashley Moody (Republican)
- Angie Nixon (Democratic)