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Anna Paulina Luna

Anna Paulina Luna is an American politician and U.S.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Anna Paulina Luna is an American politician and U.S. Air Force veteran who has represented Florida’s 13th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2023. A Republican, she is the first Mexican-American woman elected to Congress from Florida. She previously served in the Air Force and earned a biology degree from the University of West Florida.

Early life and education

Anna Paulina Mayerhofer was born in Santa Ana, California, in 1989. She later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the University of West Florida.

Military service

Luna served in the United States Air Force from 2009 to 2014. Her military background is a central part of her public biography.

Political career

Luna was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2022 and took office in January 2023. She was re-elected in 2024 and serves on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Public profile

Luna is known for her conservative politics and has been described as a prominent Republican media figure. Her public profile has included attention to issues such as government secrecy and congressional oversight.

Key facts

  • Anna Paulina Luna has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since January 2023, representing Florida’s 13th congressional district.
  • She is a Republican and the first Mexican-American woman elected to Congress from Florida.
  • Luna served in the United States Air Force from 2009 to 2014.
  • She earned a Bachelor of Science in biology from the University of West Florida.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Anna Paulina Luna?
She is an American politician and former U.S. Air Force veteran serving in the U.S. House of Representatives for Florida’s 13th district.
What party does she belong to?
She is a member of the Republican Party.
When was she born?
She was born on May 6, 1989.
What is her educational background?
She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the University of West Florida.
Why is she notable in Florida politics?
She is the first Mexican-American woman elected to Congress from Florida.

References

  1. Office of Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna — https://luna.house.gov/about
    Supports: Current office, committee assignments, education, military background, and first Mexican-American woman elected to Congress from Florida.
  2. U.S. Congress — https://www.congress.gov/member/anna-paulina-luna/L000596
    Supports: Official congressional membership, party affiliation, and district representation.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Paulina_Luna
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, Air Force service, election to Congress, and committee service.
  4. Iowa State University, Carrie Chapman Catt Center — https://awpc.cattcenter.iastate.edu/directory/anna-paulina-luna
    Supports: Birth date, education, Air Force service, and election history.