18 Facts About Michelle Salzman

Michelle Salzman is an American politician, businesswoman, and Army veteran currently serving as a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives from the 1st District since November 2020.

Michelle Salzman defeated incumbent Mike Hill in the Republican primary and Democrat Franscine Mathis in the general election.

Michelle Salzman states that her father was an abusive alcoholic and her mother became addicted to opioids when she was in middle school; Michelle Salzman has stated that both of her parents died at an early age from opioid addiction.

Michelle Salzman got married in the Army, but separated after they had two children.

Michelle Salzman returned to Pensacola where she became an exotic dancer.

Michelle Salzman obtained an Associate of Applied Science degree from Pensacola State College.

Michelle Salzman earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of West Florida.

Michelle Salzman served as a "Safe Schools Equality Index Advisory Member" through Equality Florida.

Michelle Salzman was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2020 after defeating incumbent Republican Mike Hill in the primary.

Michelle Salzman was re-elected in 2022, defeating Hill in a primary rematch.

In February 2022, Michelle Salzman was recorded explaining why she would not co-sponsor a constitutional carry bill in the Florida Legislature.

Michelle Salzman was accused of threatening the group that published the recording.

In October 2021, Michelle Salzman publicly supported the City of Pensacola's decision to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day, and attended the city's ceremony.

Michelle Salzman is a member of the Santa Rosa Band of the Lower Muskogee.

Michelle Salzman condemned Hamas's October 2023 attack on Israel and expressed her support for Israel and its right to self-defense.

In 2024, Michelle Salzman was notified by the Florida Department of State that her campaign expenditures were being audited for several thousand dollars in irregularities.

In November 2024, Michelle Salzman expressed interest in running to replace Congressman Matt Gaetz, upon his nomination as US attorney general and subsequent resignation from Congress.

Michelle Salzman has three children, two from her previous marriage and one with her husband Phil, with whom she lives in Escambia County.