President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Monday to endorse Emilio T. González for Miami mayor. In the post, he mentioned Gonzalez’s connection to UFC star Jorge Masvidal, saying, “Emilio is also a great friend of UFC STAR, a truly great and popular fighting ‘machine,’ Jorge Masvidal, who strongly supported me all 3 times, helping me to get the most votes in the History of Florida, BY FAR, and also a record setting Hispanic Vote. ELECT EMILIO T. GONZALES. HE WILL BE GREAT!!!”
Who is Emilio T. González?
Emilio T. González is a retired US Army colonel with decades of public service. He has held leadership roles including City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer of Miami, CEO of Miami International Airport, and Director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
He is now running as a Republican in the 2025 Miami mayoral race. While Gonzalez is not a fighter himself, he is closely connected to Jorge Masvidal, who supports his campaign and serves as his “head of security.” This partnership has drawn media attention and public interest.
González has received endorsements from both Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Trump praised his leadership, military service, and support for law enforcement.
Trump’s Full Endorsement
In a longer post, Trump wrote, “It is my Great Honor to endorse Emilio T. Gonzales to be the next Mayor of the Beautiful City of Miami, Florida! A very successful Businessman, Civic Leader, former CEO of Miami International Airport, and former City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer of the City of Miami, Emilio has dedicated his life to serving his Community. As the former Director of United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, and a brave US Army Veteran, Emilio strongly supports our incredible Law Enforcement, Military, and Veterans, and knows the Wisdom and Courage it takes to ensure LAW AND ORDER.”
He further added, “As Miami’s next Mayor, he will fight tirelessly to Grow the Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Advance MADE IN THE U.S.A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment. Emilio T. Gonzales has my Complete and Total Endorsement. MIAMI: Early Voting is December 5th through December 7th, and Election Day is December 9th. GET OUT AND VOTE FOR EMILIO — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!”*
