NewsCreative Loafing TampaAugust 20, 2026Hillsborough
James Fishback ends gubernatorial campaign after third-place primary finish
Investment firm CEO James Fishback concluded his campaign for the Republican nomination for Florida governor on Tuesday night after receiving 10% of the vote. He finished in third place in the primary election.
Read the full story at Creative Loafing TampaWhy It Matters
The conclusion of this campaign marks the end of a specific candidate's bid for the Florida governorship and shifts the focus to the future of the political movement associated with his candidacy.
Key Facts
- James Fishback finished in third place in the Republican primary for Florida governor.
- James Fishback received 10% of the total vote.
- The campaign officially ended on Tuesday night.
Who's Mentioned
personJames Fishback“Investment firm CEO and former gubernatorial candidate”personByron Donalds“Political candidate”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The news outlet that published the article.”personJake Hoffman“Executive director of the Tampa Bay Young Republicans”locationHilton Tampa Airport Westshore“Location of election night watch party”personDavid Jolly“Political candidate”personDavid Ramirez“18-year-old voter from Plant City”personNick Fuentes“Far-right activist”locationFlorida“The state where the gubernatorial election took place.”personCorey Griffore“20-year-old business owner in Pinellas County”personAubrey Jewett“University of Central Florida political science professor”