Byron Donalds wins Florida Republican gubernatorial primary

Florida gubernatorial election Byron Donalds David Jolly Republican primary Democratic primary

Republican Representative Byron Donalds has secured the GOP nomination for Governor of Florida, setting up a general election matchup against Democratic nominee David Jolly on November 3. Donalds, who received the endorsement of President Donald Trump, defeated a crowded field including Lt. Gov. Jay Collins. While Donalds won the nomination, Collins showed strength in North Florida, winning 14 counties in the Panhandle.

Democratic nominee David Jolly, a former Republican, has distanced himself from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and expressed a capitalist stance. Jolly also voiced support for a free Cuba and expressed concern regarding the potential for rapid regime change without a transition plan. The election follows the term-limited governorship of Ron DeSantis.

In separate congressional races, Victor Arias won the Democratic primary for Florida's 19th District, while Jim Schwartzel secured the Republican nomination. Additionally, the Florida Realtors PAC has endorsed Donalds for Governor along with several other candidates for state cabinet positions.

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Byron Donalds · David Jolly · Donald Trump · Florida · Joseph Ladapo · Ron DeSantis

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Byron Donalds stated his intention to build upon the administration of Governor Ron DeSantis. offthepress.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Florida Realtors PAC endorsed Byron Donalds for Governor and several other candidates for state office. floridadaily.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Byron Donalds won the Republican gubernatorial primary with approximately 47.8% to 48% of the vote, defeating Jay Collins. www.cltampa.com · theamericantribune.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Byron Donalds characterized Democratic nominee David Jolly as a Trojan horse for the Democratic Socialists of America. offthepress.com · www.breitbart.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Jim Schwartzel won the Republican primary for Florida's 19th Congressional District. www.capecoralbreeze.com
[● 3 SOURCES] David Jolly expressed rejection of socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America, identifying as a capitalist. noticiasdehoy.com.mx · monitoreamos.com · elnuevodiario.com.do
[● 3 SOURCES] David Jolly stated he hopes for the fall of the Cuban regime. noticiasdehoy.com.mx · monitoreamos.com · elnuevodiario.com.do
[DISPUTED] Victor Arias won the Democratic primary for Florida's 19th Congressional District with 45% of the vote. www.capecoralbreeze.com