WASHINGTON, DC (February 23, 2026) |
The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) is proud to announce that Congressman Mike Haridopolos, representing Florida’s 8th Congressional District, will provide a featured “View from the Capitol” at DCUC’s Defense Matters event on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC.
DCUC’s Defense Matters 2026 empowers credit union leaders to stay informed, engaged, and ready to take action on behalf of their members. The annual event brings together credit industry leaders, policymakers, and advocates to discuss the legislative and regulatory issues shaping credit unions serving military, veteran, and defense communities worldwide.
“We are honored to welcome Congressman Haridopolos to Defense Matters 2026,” said Anthony Hernandez, DCUC President/CEO. “His willingness to share his time and insights provides tremendous value to our member credit unions as they navigate a rapidly evolving policy and regulatory environment. Direct engagement with lawmakers helps ensure credit unions remain well-positioned to serve communities across the Nation and overseas.”
Jason Stverak, DCUC Chief Advocacy Officer, added, “This segment will offer our attendees a meaningful perspective on the legislative landscape and the issues impacting financial institutions serving servicemembers, veterans, and their families. We are grateful to Congressman Haridopolos for engaging with our members and contributing to informed, constructive dialogue on Capitol Hill priorities.”
Congressman Mike Haridopolos Bio:
Congressman Mike Haridopolos is an experienced leader with a rich history of public service, business success, and a steadfast lifelong commitment to conservative values.
Congressman Haridopolos began his career teaching United States History and Political Science at Brevard Community College—now Eastern Florida State College, and taught classes as an instructor at the Bob Graham Center at the University of Florida.
Representing communities in Brevard County in the Florida House of Representatives and the State Senate from 2000-2012, Mike championed transparency, reduced taxes, and advanced conservative reforms. In the Florida Legislature, Mike quickly established himself as a capable
lawmaker who stood firmly rooted in his conservative values, and pushed for greater government transparency and accountability for Floridians, leading the effort to put the state’s budget online. In 2008, he sponsored and championed Florida’s constitutional amendment reducing property taxes and allowing homeowners to bring their tax savings with them when they move to a new home.
Serving as President of the Senate from 2010-2012, Mike made transforming the Florida Senate into a more conservative policy body a key objective of his time in office.
After leaving office in 2012, Haridopolos started a successful business and political consulting company. He was elected to represent Florida’s 8th Congressional District in 2024, following the retirement of Congressman Bill Posey.
Mike lives in Indian Harbour Beach with his wife Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos. They have three adult children, Alexis, Hayden, and Reagan. Mike is dedicated to serving Brevard, Indian River, and Orange Counties with integrity, strength, and vision.
