Byron Donalds Praises Florida as 'Best State in America' for Conservative Leadership, Principles

Byron Donalds Praises Florida as 'Best State in America' for Conservative Leadership, Principles

Michael Costeines
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February 19, 2026
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) lauded Florida as the "best state in America" for several Conservative cornerstones and values during a recent speaking appearance for his gubernatorial campaign. Rep. Donalds, who entered the race in February 2025, outlined Florida's blueprint in protecting life, liberty, property, and the pursuit of happiness for its […]
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Sheriff Mike Chitwood Rescinds his Endorsement of Randy Fine

Sheriff Mike Chitwood Rescinds his Endorsement of Randy Fine

Daniel Molina
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February 19, 2026
Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) recently made headlines by sharing inflammatory remarks on social media, and the criticism from both sides of the aisle is mounting. In a Facebook post, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood, who endorsed Rep. Fine for Congress last month, has announced that he is rescinding his endorsement. Sheriff Chitwood's endorsement first came […]
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Republican Candidates Looking to Replace Byron Donalds in Congress Talk About Water Issue, Needs of CD 19 Voters (Part 1)

Republican Candidates Looking to Replace Byron Donalds in Congress Talk About Water Issue, Needs of CD 19 Voters (Part 1)

Javier Manjarres
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February 19, 2026
Naples, FL— The contentious congressional race to replace Rep. Byron Donalds (R) in Florida's 19th District comprises transplanted candidates who are trying to make their case for why Southwest Floridians should elect them to the U.S. House of Representatives. During a Naples Reagan Club fundraising dinner, all of the Republican candidates in the race—Fmr. Illinois […]
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Jay Collins Slams James Fishback for 'Disgraceful' Antisemitism

Jay Collins Slams James Fishback for 'Disgraceful' Antisemitism

Michael Costeines
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February 18, 2026
Florida gubernatorial candidate and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins slammed businessman James Fishback for what he calls a continued use of "disgraceful" antisemitism in his own campaign bid in a social media post this week. "Leftist media clearly wants Fishback to be the candidate as they know he will get crushed by any Democrat," Collins wrote. […]
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Chris Collins Targeted in First Congressional Political Attack Ad, Called a Disgrace and Carpetbagger

Chris Collins Targeted in First Congressional Political Attack Ad, Called a Disgrace and Carpetbagger

Javier Manjarres
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February 18, 2026
Campaign season in Florida is in full swing, or in full political beatdown, as former Rep. Chris Collins (R), who was convicted of insider trading and imprisoned for 2 months, then pardoned by President Donald Trump, is the first candidate in congressional district 19 to be hit with an attack ad. The Southwest Florida First […]
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Byron Donalds Says Parents, Florida Should Lead Regulation of AI

Byron Donalds Says Parents, Florida Should Lead Regulation of AI

Grayson Bakich
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February 17, 2026
In a recent appearance on Fox Business' Kudlow, Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) discussed the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its regulation, saying that parents and the state of Florida should lead decision-making. Rep. Donalds, who is running for Florida governor, has received significant backing from the AI-focused super PAC Leading the Future. The super […]
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From 2 Live Crew to Capitol Hill: Uncle Luke is Challenging Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

From 2 Live Crew to Capitol Hill: Uncle Luke is Challenging Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

Daniel Molina
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February 17, 2026
Uncle Luke ran the rap game in the 80s as part of the rap group 2 Live Crew, but his latest venture is entering the political game. Luther Roderick Campbell, better known as "Uncle Luke," has announced his candidacy for Florida's 20th Congressional District. In a statement shared on social media this week, the rapper […]
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NRCC Targets Jared Moskowitz on Valentine's Day, Calls him 'Least Effective Democrat'

NRCC Targets Jared Moskowitz on Valentine's Day, Calls him 'Least Effective Democrat'

Javier Manjarres
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February 14, 2026
The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) continues to target Democratic Rep. Jared Moskowitz in the 2026 midterm election cycle, this time the group is hitting him on Valentine's Day over the "150 pairs of sneakers" he owns and his recent vote to raise taxes by 22 percent. The group brands Rep. Moskowitz as the "least […]
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Byron Donalds Says he Will Visit Israel as Governor, Outlines 'Existential Threat' Sharia Law Poses to America

Byron Donalds Says he Will Visit Israel as Governor, Outlines 'Existential Threat' Sharia Law Poses to America

Javier Manjarres
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February 13, 2026
BOCA RATON— Florida Congressman and gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R) held a listening session with Jewish leaders and activists at the Chabad of Central Boca Raton, where he affirmed his support for Israel and the Jewish faith, and addressed local, state, and federal concerns, particularly the rise of antisemitism in the country. Rep. Donalds also […]
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Paul Renner Urges Florida Legislature to 'Do Their Job' on Property Tax Reform

Paul Renner Urges Florida Legislature to 'Do Their Job' on Property Tax Reform

Michael Costeines
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February 11, 2026
Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) reiterated his call for the Florida legislature to cut property taxes, including with some direct demands, as residents seek an answer to one of the state's most pressing matters. “Floridians are struggling with prices that have shot up far faster than their incomes. Families are cutting back on groceries, seniors […]
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Sheriff Bob Gaultieri Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor

Sheriff Bob Gaultieri Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor

Javier Manjarres
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February 11, 2026
Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gaultieri has become the 36th county sheriff to endorse Rep. Byron Donalds’ 2026 gubernatorial campaign. Sheriff Gualtieri said in a statement that he believes because “crime is an at an all-time low” keeping Floridians safe is paramount, and Donalds is the “best person for the job” to do just that. “We […]
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Byron Donalds Slams Democrats for Opposing 'SAVE Act'

Byron Donalds Slams Democrats for Opposing 'SAVE Act'

Michael Costeines
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February 9, 2026
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) slammed Democrats for their opposition to the SAVE America Act during an appearance on The Dan Bongino Show this week. The SAVE Act, if fully passed, would require proof of citizenship for anyone who registers to vote in federal elections. A similar measure, H.R.22, or the Safeguarding America […]
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Paul Renner Lays Out Property Tax, Insurance, and Energy Plan in Governor Bid

Paul Renner Lays Out Property Tax, Insurance, and Energy Plan in Governor Bid

Michael Costeines
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February 9, 2026
Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) discussed his plan to rollback property taxes, alleviate insurance costs, and energy prices during an exclusive interview with Floridian publisher Javier Manjarres. "Let's do a rollback. It was done 20 years ago. Roll back to 2024. While we're having the debate, give everybody a tax cut," Renner commented. "Then […]
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Evan Power Vows to Bring President Trump's Economic Agenda to Florida's 2nd District

Evan Power Vows to Bring President Trump's Economic Agenda to Florida's 2nd District

Grayson Bakich
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February 2, 2026
Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) Chairman Evan Power sat down with The Floridian to discuss his newly announced campaign for Congressional District 2, vowing to make North Florida feel the economic upswing the Trump Administration is cultivating. "This district needs a fighter who will fight with President Trump to keep the majority and to pass his […]
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Vern Buchanan Announces Retirement, Will Not Seek Reelection

Vern Buchanan Announces Retirement, Will Not Seek Reelection

Grayson Bakich
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January 28, 2026
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) has announced his retirement, adding that he will not seek reelection in the 2026 midterms. The Florida Republican said that it was "time to pass the torch and begin a new chapter." "Serving the people of Southwest Florida has been the honor of my lifetime," said Rep. Buchanan in a statement. "Every […]
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Chris Collins Announces Congressional Run for Byron Donalds' Seat

Chris Collins Announces Congressional Run for Byron Donalds' Seat

Grayson Bakich
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January 23, 2026
Former congressman Chris Collins (R-NY) is seeking a return to office in Florida, aiming to fill Representative Byron Donalds' (R-FL) 19th Congressional District seat in a growing Republican primary field. Collins is buying in big, with a six-figure media investment across the district, including 15-second and 30-second ads set to air during NFL playoff coverage […]
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Fishback Pushes Fake Candidate Forum Promo of Donalds and Collins

Fishback Pushes Fake Candidate Forum Promo of Donalds and Collins

Javier Manjarres
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January 22, 2026
***UPDATE—There is a "Fake News" alert in Florida as the campaign of controversial gubernatorial "candidate" James Fishback is blatantly pushing a "Fake" meme on "X" claiming that both Lt. Gov. Jay Collins and Rep. Byron Donalds will in fact be attending a forum with him that is sponsored by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida […]
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POLL: Byron Donalds, David Jolly Lead in Gubernatorial Primary Races

POLL: Byron Donalds, David Jolly Lead in Gubernatorial Primary Races

Michael Costeines
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January 15, 2026
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL), along with Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly, are ahead in their respective primary races for governor, according to a Mason-Dixon Florida poll released this week. However, the primary lead varies, with Rep. Donalds having the support of 37% of GOP voters, well ahead of Lt. Gov Jay Collins […]
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