Byron Donalds, David Jolly to face off in Florida governor's race
Summary
Byron Donalds won the Republican primary and David Jolly won the Democratic primary for Florida governor. They will compete in the general election for control of Florida, the third-largest state in the U.S.Key Facts
- Byron Donalds is a current U.S. Representative from Naples and Fort Myers areas.
- Donalds was backed by President Donald Trump and is known for supporting the "Make America Great Again" movement.
- Donalds is a member of the House Freedom Caucus and previously challenged Kevin McCarthy for House speaker.
- David Jolly is a former Republican who switched to the Democratic Party and won the Democratic primary.
- James Fishback, a far-right candidate, lost the Republican primary; he was known for controversial language and support from Nick Fuentes.
- Florida is seen as leaning strongly Republican, and Donalds is favored to win the governor's race in November.
- The Cook Political Report classifies the race as "Solid R," meaning it is expected to go to the Republican candidate.
- This election follows a trend of Florida moving more toward the Republican Party over the last decade.
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