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Florida 2026 gubernatorial election
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The 2026 Florida gubernatorial race has emerged as a central focus of the upcoming general election, driven by Governor Ron DeSantis being term-limited. Democratic nominee David Jolly has characterized the political climate as a “1974 post-Watergate moment” while facing scrutiny over his insurance policy proposals. As the election approaches, the contest between Jolly and Republican Byron Donalds remains competitive. Polling from Change Research indicates the Democratic ticket of Jolly and Gwen Graham leads the Republican ticket of Donalds and Bryan Ávila with 47% to 44%, though other metrics such as RealClearPolitics averages have previously shown Donalds with a slight advantage. Recent developments indicate that Republican nominee Byron Donalds is facing a more competitive race than previously anticipated. Republican officials are navigating pressures related to inflation, shifting voter sentiment, and the influence of President Donald Trump. Former Representative Carlos Curbelo noted that the current political environment mirrors the 2018 midterms, a period when Democrats made significant gains in the state. In response to potential Democratic surges, the Republican National Committee has defended the party by citing a 1.5 million voter registration advantage in Florida. Beyond In the governorship, final weeks of the November 3 election will include races for U.S. Senator, Attorney General, and various legislative seats, alongside three proposed amendments campaign, Jolly has shifted focus toward securing support from Black voters, noting that approximately 10% of this demographic remains undecided. Jolly has also pledged to protect immigrant communities, specifically the Florida Constitution. Haitian community in Miami, by supporting the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and ending state cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). These promises have met with skepticism from some residents questioning his authority to influence federal immigration matters.
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