Uncle Luke Officially Joins the 2026 Congressional Race
Former 2 Live Crew leader set to challenge Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick in Florida
Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell has formally announced his intention to run for the 2026 Midterm Election.
On a Sunday episode of the news program This Week In South Florida, the former “Me So Horny” rapper announced his intention to run for the District 20 seat in the U.S. House of Representatives in Florida. In order to fully pursue his political ambitions, the free speech advocate stepped down from his role as the Miami Edison High School football coach last month. He is now poised to compete against the current representative, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, in the forthcoming Democratic primary.
This campaign signifies Campbell’s reentry into the political scene following his noteworthy 2011 bid for Miami-Dade County mayor, in which he secured fourth place with almost 11% of the vote. As he contemplated a run in 2024, he ultimately decided against it, stating that he “needed to do more outreach to the community, and there was a sitting congresswoman who was fulfilling the role.”
Campbell is confident that his distinctive background positions him as the ideal candidate to connect local needs with federal authority. Amid a 15-count federal indictment concerning government disaster funds, Campbell has centered his platform on his capacity to negotiate effectively within the existing political landscape.
A key aspect of Campbell’s campaign is his skill in commanding a room and negotiating with high-level officials from various political backgrounds. Highlighting his strong connections in South Florida and his background in activism, he contends that his unique profile provides him with an advantage that traditional politicians do not possess. “In this race, who will have the opportunity to engage with Marco Rubio?” “Who’s going to be able to talk to Donald Trump? Me,” Campbell stated. “I am the sole individual capable of achieving that in this competition.”
Campbell’s history of achieving results in neighborhoods such as Liberty City stands as evidence of his ability to collaborate effectively with others. He attributes his previous achievements to an openness to connect with anyone essential for enhancing his community. “Everything I accomplished in Liberty City, everything I achieved in Miami, required a discussion with Mayor Suarez,” he noted. “Via Keon Hardemon.” I needed to engage in discussions with various individuals from the opposing side.
As he transitions from the football field to the campaign trail, Campbell is confident that his standing in the community will connect with District 20 voters.
