Early Life and Education of Anna Paulina Luna: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Anna Paulina Luna. From birth to education, explore key events.

Anna Paulina Luna is a U.S. Representative for Florida's 13th congressional district, serving since 2023. A Republican, she previously worked as an air field management specialist. Luna is notable as the first Mexican-American woman elected to Congress from Florida. She is involved in politics and is a public figure.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Controversies & Scandals

1954: Heinrich Mayerhofer's Immigration

In 1954, Heinrich Mayerhofer, Anna Paulina Luna's grandfather, immigrated to Canada, identifying as Catholic.

May 6, 1989: Anna Paulina Luna's Birth

On May 6, 1989, Anna Paulina Luna, née Mayerhofer, was born. She later became a politician and U.S. Representative for Florida's 13th congressional district.

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2009: Began Air Force Service

In 2009, Anna Paulina Luna began her service in the U.S. Air Force as an airfield management specialist.

2009: Joined the United States Air Force

In 2009, at the age of 19, Anna Paulina Luna joined the United States Air Force, serving as an airfield management specialist.

July 2010: Reported Home Invasion

In July 2010, while stationed at Whiteman Air Force Base, Anna Paulina Luna reported an early morning home invasion by her landlord, although details of the event were disputed.

2013: Sports Illustrated Appearance

In 2013, while serving in the Air Force, Anna Paulina Luna appeared on Sports Illustrated's online site as a model.

2014: Maxim Magazine Appearance

In 2014, Anna Paulina Luna appeared as a swimsuit model in Maxim magazine.

2014: End of U.S. Air Force Service

In 2014, Anna Paulina Luna completed her service in the U.S. Air Force as an airfield management specialist.

2017: Earned Bachelor of Science

In 2017, Anna Paulina Luna earned a Bachelor of Science in biology from the University of West Florida.

2017: Graduation from the University of West Florida

In 2017, Anna Paulina Luna graduated from the University of West Florida.

2018: Decision to Run for Congress

In 2018, Anna Paulina Luna decided to run for Congress.

September 2019: Entered Republican Primary

In September 2019, Anna Paulina Luna entered the Republican primary for Florida's 13th congressional district.

November 2019: Endorsement by Matt Gaetz

In November 2019, Matt Gaetz endorsed Anna Paulina Luna in her run for Florida's 13th congressional district.

2019: Took Maternal Grandmother's Maiden Name

In 2019, Anna Paulina Luna took her maternal grandmother's maiden name, Luna, to represent her Hispanic heritage, following her mother's earlier decision to change her surname to the same.

July 2020: House Purchase in St. Petersburg

In July 2020, Anna Paulina Luna and her husband purchased a house in St. Petersburg, near MacDill Air Force Base.

2020: Luna Surname Adopted

By 2020, Anna Paulina and her mother, Monica, had chosen the Luna surname as an "homage" to her maternal grandmother's maiden name.

June 2022: Statements on 2020 Presidential Election

In June 2022, Anna Paulina Luna stated that she believed Donald Trump won the 2020 United States presidential election and that voter fraud occurred.

August 2022: Support for Ban on U.S. Oil Exports

In an August 2022 interview, Anna Paulina Luna expressed support for a ban on U.S. oil exports to increase the domestic oil supply, citing an "America First" platform.