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Florida Gubernatorial Race: Tightening Margins and Funding

Overview

The Florida gubernatorial race between Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly continues to tighten as the election approaches. While Donalds has raised over $115 million compared to Jolly’s $15.8 million, election analysts have shifted the race to a “Toss up,” noting that Donalds’ probability of winning recently decreased from 68% to 60%. Recent University of North Florida polling indicates a technical tie, with Donalds leading 49% to Jolly’s 47%—a margin that falls within the poll’s 2.81% margin of error.

Demographic shifts remain evident: Donalds holds a 51% lead among Cuban Americans, but Jolly leads among Puerto Rican voters (51% to 35%) and the broader Latino electorate (48% to 43%). Early in-person voting data shows a Republican advantage, with 234,959 registered Republicans having cast ballots compared to 210,883 registered Democrats. Additionally, 156 local Florida officials have endorsed Donalds.

Campaigning has intensified in the final days. Donalds has focused on immigration, law and order, and opposition to transgender policies for children, positioning himself as a successor to Governor Ron DeSantis. Jolly has met with religious leaders to discuss housing and healthcare, and has faced criticism following comments suggesting that transgender participation in sports is a constitutional question for the courts.

Republican support remains high, with Donald Trump holding a rally in Fort Myers to boost turnout. Donalds has also received significant support from Donald Trump Jr. during the “Defending the Florida Dream” bus tour. Despite Donalds leading 51% to 45% in recent Stetson University polling, data indicates that Republican margins in statewide races have narrowed compared to mid-October.

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

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Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 80 sources
    Byron Donalds wins Florida gubernatorial election

    Republican Byron Donalds is projected to become Florida’s first Black governor after defeating Democrat David Jolly in a close midterm election race.

  2. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Donald Trump Jr. campaigns for Byron Donalds in Hialeah

    Donald Trump Jr. headlined a Republican rally in Hialeah to support gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds as the Florida election enters its final days.

  3. [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Florida gubernatorial candidates clash over sports and political futures

    Florida gubernatorial candidates David Jolly and James Fishback face scrutiny over Jolly's comments on sports rights and Fishback's potential presidential ambitions.

  4. [POLITICS] 15 sources
    Trump campaigns in Florida ahead of midterm elections

    President Donald Trump held a midterm campaign rally in Fort Myers, Florida, supporting Republican candidates while addressing foreign policy and facing scrutiny over visible facial bruising.

  5. [POLITICS] 11 sources
    Florida gubernatorial race tightens between Donalds and Jolly

    A UNF poll shows Florida's gubernatorial race is a technical tie, with Byron Donalds leading David Jolly 49% to 47%. Early in-person voting shows a Republican lead of over 24,000 votes.

  6. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Florida Democratic candidates gain momentum during early voting

    Florida Democrats Jared Moskowitz and David Jolly are gaining momentum in congressional and gubernatorial races as early voting commences across the state.

  7. [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Florida gubernatorial candidates Donalds and Jolly campaign in South Florida

    Florida gubernatorial candidates Byron Donalds and David Jolly are ramping up South Florida campaigning as the election nears, amid intensifying rhetoric regarding policy and social issues.

  8. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Florida Republicans lead in key statewide election polls

    Polls show Republicans leading in key Florida statewide races, including governor and U.S. Senate, though contests appear tighter than in previous cycles. Property tax relief also shows strong support.

  9. [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Florida Democrat David Jolly faces scrutiny over luxury hotel spending

    Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly is facing scrutiny for using campaign funds for luxury Ritz Carlton hotel stays while requesting more financial support from national Democrats.

  10. [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Byron Donalds and David Jolly compete in Florida governor race

    Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly are engaged in a tight race for the Florida governorship following term limits for Ron DeSantis, with polling showing a highly competitive contest.

  11. [POLITICS] 16 sources
    Byron Donalds and David Jolly intensify Florida gubernatorial race

    Florida gubernatorial candidates Byron Donalds and David Jolly face tightening polls and funding gaps as the election approaches, amid debates over insurance reform and event restrictions.

  12. [POLITICS] 11 sources
    Donald Trump denies Byron Donalds removed his endorsement from campaign site

    Donald Trump denied reports that Byron Donalds removed his endorsement from campaign materials and announced plans to campaign for the Florida candidate. Trump also criticized Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar.

  13. [POLITICS] 14 sources
    Byron Donalds reduces Trump references on Florida campaign website

    Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds has reduced Trump mentions on his campaign website to focus on policy issues like affordability, while a planned debate with David Jolly was canceled.

  14. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Florida Republican candidates hold double-digit leads in key races

    Republican Byron Donalds and Ashley Moody hold double-digit leads in Florida’s top races, according to a new poll, as gubernatorial candidates debate property insurance and economic policy.

  15. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    David Jolly leads Byron Donalds in Florida campaign funding

    Democratic candidates David Jolly and Jose Javier Rodriguez are outpacing Republicans in Florida's public campaign finance distributions due to higher volumes of small-dollar donations.

  16. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Byron Donalds adjusts campaign branding and proposes Florida hotel-tax changes

    Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds is recalibrating his campaign messaging by reducing Trump's prominence on his website and proposing new local controls over hotel-tax revenue.

  17. [POLITICS] 17 sources
    Florida gubernatorial candidates face debate impasse and campaign shifts

    Florida gubernatorial candidates David Jolly and Byron Donalds face a debate impasse, while Donalds has de-emphasized Donald Trump's endorsement on his campaign website.

  18. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Byron Donalds and David Jolly face tightening Florida governor race

    Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly face a tightening Florida gubernatorial race amid controversy regarding the Hope Florida Foundation and Medicaid settlement funds.

  19. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Florida governor's race shifts to 'Likely Republican' by Cook Political Report

    The Cook Political Report shifted the Florida governor's race from “Solid Republican” to “Likely Republican,” noting that Democrat David Jolly could make the contest competitive despite Byron Donalds' financial

  20. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Byron Donalds addresses measles and infrastructure in Florida campaign

    Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds attributed measles outbreaks to illegal immigration and pledged to prioritize road repairs and law enforcement during his campaign.

  21. [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Byron Donalds' Florida gubernatorial run discussed on MS NOW

    MS NOW co-host Jonathan Capehart sparked criticism after questioning if Byron Donalds’ Florida gubernatorial run would face unique difficulties compared to a white Republican candidate.

  22. [POLITICS] 20 sources
    Byron Donalds wins Florida Republican gubernatorial primary

    Byron Donalds has won the Republican nomination for Florida Governor and will face Democrat David Jolly in the November general election.

  23. [POLITICS] 87 sources
    Florida primaries: Byron Donalds and Angie Nixon secure key victories

    Byron Donalds won the Florida GOP gubernatorial primary, while Democrat David Jolly secured the Democratic nomination. In a major upset, progressive Angie Nixon won the Democratic U.S. Senate primary.

  24. [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Stephen A. Smith praises Florida Rep. Byron Donalds

    ESPN host Stephen A. Smith praised Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds, stating the congressman is ‘the real deal’ and could potentially convince Smith to join the Republican Party.

  25. [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Byron Donalds discusses Florida campaign on Stephen A. Smith program

    Florida GOP gubernatorial frontrunner Byron Donalds discussed affordability and housing on Stephen A. Smith’s program, amid high polling numbers ahead of the August 18 primary.

  26. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Byron Donalds challenges revenue estimates and clashes with David Jolly

    Florida gubernatorial candidates Byron Donalds and David Jolly are clashing over cultural issues and economic policy, as Donalds questions state revenue estimates regarding a proposed property tax amendment.

  27. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Byron Donalds pushes property tax reform and police camera policy in Florida governor race

    Florida GOP gubernatorial frontrunner Byron Donalds, who has raised over $100 million, vows to rewrite the state’s property tax system regardless of Amendment 3 and to set policy limits on Flock license‑plate‑c

  28. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Byron Donalds receives $10 million donation and unveils school nutrition plan

    Byron Donalds, Florida GOP governor front‑runner, received a $10 million donation from Ken Griffin and launched a school nutrition and water‑testing program to remove ultra‑processed foods and ensure safe water

  29. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Florida GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Byron Donalds Challenges Democrat David Jolly to Three Debates

    Republican Byron Donalds, running for Florida governor, challenged Democrat David Jolly to three debates, seeking broadcaster proposals; a poll shows Donalds ahead by five points ahead of the Aug. 18 primary.

  30. [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Florida GOP primary intensifies as Jay Collins and Byron Donalds campaign

    Jay Collins and Byron Donalds lead the Florida GOP gubernatorial primary, with Donalds backed by Trump and Collins denying alleged conflicts with DeSantis staff.

  31. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Republican Gubernatorial Primary Spending Outpaces Fundraising in Arizona and Florida

    Arizona and Florida GOP gubernatorial hopefuls are spending more than they raise, with Arizona candidates nearly emptying their war chests and Florida’s top contender Byron Donalds spending $6.95 M while cash‑r

  32. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Byron Donalds Rolls Out $20 Million Ad Blitz and Earns CFC Florida Highly Qualified Governor Rating

    Byron Donalds has launched a $20 million statewide ad blitz for the 2026 Florida governor race and received the Christian Family Coalition Florida’s Highly Qualified rating for governor.

  33. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Byron Donalds Faces Lawsuit Over 2022 Grocery Store Threat Allegations in Florida GOP Primary

    Florida Rep. Byron Donalds, GOP gubernatorial frontrunner, is sued by school board member Kelly Mason, who says he threatened to “crush” her in a 2022 grocery‑store altercation; his campaign calls the suit a ho

  34. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Byron Donalds Leads Florida Gubernatorial Primary Race

    Byron Donalds dominates Florida's gubernatorial primary with record fundraising, strong endorsements and a 54% poll lead.

  35. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Byron Donalds Leads Florida GOP Primary with Fundraising Surge and Senate Criticism

    Rep. Byron Donalds dominates Florida’s GOP governor primary, criticizing the Senate over the SAVE Act while holding a $66 million cash lead over rivals.

  36. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Byron Donalds Gains Trump Endorsement and $7.5 Million Boost from TikTok Billionaire in Florida Governor Race

    Florida Rep. Byron Donalds, backed by Trump, has raised over $81 million for his 2026 governor bid, highlighted by a $7.5 million donation from TikTok‑linked billionaire Jeff Yass.

  37. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Donald Trump endorses GOP candidates in Texas and Florida races

    Donald Trump endorsed Texas Governor candidate Ken Paxton and Florida Rep. Byron Donalds, boosting their GOP campaigns amid legal and personal controversies.

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