2026 gubernatorial election
The Volusia County Deputies Association (VCDA) IUPA Local 6035 announced its endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for Florida governor in a statement released this week. "Throughout this election cycle, Lt. Governor Jay Collins’ steady, solutions-focused approach to the challenges facing our communities has stood out,” Volusia County Deputies Association President Sean Gowan said. “His […]
HIALEAH— To win the 2026 gubernatorial sweepstakes in Florida, Rep. Byron Donalds needs to win Miami-Dade County like Governor Ron DeSantis and Secretary of State Marco Rubio did in 2022, by winning over the coveted Cuban-American exile community and Hispanic voters sympathetic to the plight of the local diaspora. Cuba Libre! Cuba Libre! chanted Rep. […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) reaffirmed his commitment to the State of Israel during a campaign engagement this week. "Israel is our ally. That is not going to change," Donalds said. "Anybody, in my opinion, who is trying to sever the relationship between the Israelis and the United States is acting, quite […]
With Florida's 2026 midterm primary election just over 3 months away, the most talked about and followed race in Florida is without question the contentious contest to be the next governor of the Sunshine State. With that said, more and more public opinion surveys pitting Rep. Byron Donalds against Lt. Gov. Jay Collins are beginning […]
Representative Daniel Webster (R-FL), Florida's longest-serving elected official, has announced his retirement. "After much prayerful consideration and discussion with my beloved wife Sandy, I have decided not to seek re-election to the United States House of Representatives," Rep. Webster said in a presser released last week. "It has been an honor and privilege to represent […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) hypothetically endorsed Gov. Ron DeSantis for attorney general during a discussion with Benny Johnson on "The Benny Show" this week. “I think he actually would make a very good attorney general because, knowing Governor DeSantis, he will make sure that he looks through everything with a fine-tooth […]
A new poll conducted by Fabrizio, Lee & Associates shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with a hefty lead over his Republican primary opponents in the governor's race. Rep. Donalds: 54% James Fishback: 9% Lt Gov. Jay Collins: 7% Paul Renner: 2% Undecided: 28% FLORIDA POLL - Governor (Donald's internal) 🟥 Byron […]
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins expressed his profound support for law enforcement and his work as lieutenant governor backing the blue in a gubernatorial campaign message shared on social media this week. "Let me be very clear, I stand always with our men and women in law enforcement. We owe them time, tools, and training to […]
A recent poll by Stetson University’s Center for Public Opinion Research (CPOR) shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with a steady lead over Democratic opponents David Jolly and Jerry Demings in the governor's race. Rep. Donalds: 47% - David Jolly: 40% Rep. Donalds: 46% - Jerry Demings: 42% Roughly seven percent of […]
David Burck, a Republican challenger to Representative Lois Frankel (D-FL) in the 22nd congressional district, discussed the troubling rise of antisemitism in a podcast appearance. Appearing on Glen Fetzner's Vision and Voice at the end of February, Burck discussed his candidacy for office and his positions on various issues. Near the end of the podcast, […]
Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford announced his endorsement of Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) for Florida governor by praising his commitment to supporting law enforcement in a statement this week. “I’m proud to endorse Byron Donalds for Florida Governor. After decades in law enforcement, I know what it takes to keep our communities safe, and I […]
WASHINGTON— Florida Congressman and Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds believes that Democratic gubernatorial candidate and former Republican, David Jolly, is a cheaper version of former Republican-turned-Independent-turned-Democrat, Rep. Charlie Crist. During an interview with The Floridian after votes, Rep. Byron Donalds was asked if he believed Jolly was “Charlie Crist 2.0.” Rep. Donalds threw a jab […]
Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) discussed Republicans' chances in the 2026 midterm elections with The Floridian, saying he "likes them" and that Republicans should emphasize that they have fulfilled their campaign promises. "The number one thing as an elected official, period, is [to] back up the promises made in the campaign," Rep. Haridopolos commented. "We promised to […]
A new poll by Echelon Insights shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with six and four-point leads over Democratic opponents David Jolly and Jerry Demings, respectively, in the governor's race. The poll, on behalf of NetChoice, found Rep. Donalds at 49% and Jolly at 43%, with 8% undecided. In the other matchup, […]
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins launched a statewide ad buy this week highlighting his service as a Green Beret and as a public servant in his campaign for governor of Florida. The 30-second ad, titled Warrior, also pitches Lt. Gov. Collins' ability to keep costs affordable, communities safer, build stronger families, and remove criminal illegal aliens […]
Newly elected Sen. Brian Nathan (D-Tampa) announced his endorsement of Democrat David Jolly for Florida governor in a post on social media this week. "David Jolly is doing the work, visiting every community, and talking about what people are actually going through," Nathan wrote. "I'm proud to support him, and I'm ready to run alongside him […]
Jim Oberweis (R), one of many Republican candidates vying for Representative Byron Donalds' (R-FL) 19th congressional district seat, shredded Representative Maria Elvira Salazar's (R-FL) DIGNIDAD Act in a recent statement, vowing to oppose any amnesty for illegal aliens if he is elected to Congress. The Dignity for Immigrants while Guarding our Nation to Ignite and […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) decisively affirmed his commitment to stopping illegal immigration in the United States while addressing a question The Floridian posed to him during a campaign stop in Coconut Creek. The response came after an edited video appeared to show Rep. Donalds endorsing a pathway to citizenship for illegals […]
