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NewsCreative Loafing TampaAugust 20, 2026Hillsborough

Byron Donalds wins Republican nomination for Florida Governor

Byron Donalds secured the Republican nomination for governor on Tuesday, defeating 10 opponents including Lt. Gov. Jay Collins. Donalds will advance to the November general election to face Democratic candidate David Jolly.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of this primary determines the Republican candidate for the Florida gubernatorial election in November, which will decide the state's next chief executive.

Key Facts

  • Byron Donalds won the Republican nomination for Florida Governor on Tuesday.
  • Donalds defeated 10 primary opponents.
  • Donalds received 48% of the vote.
  • Lt. Gov. Jay Collins received 25% of the vote.
  • James Fishback received 10% of the vote.
  • Jay Collins won 16 counties in North Florida.
  • Byron Donalds will face Democrat David Jolly in the November general election.

Who's Mentioned

personJames Fishback“Investment firm CEO and primary candidate”personByron Donalds“Republican nominee for Florida Governor”other10“Number of opponents defeated by Donalds”personJay Collins“Lieutenant Governor and primary opponent”personDavid Jolly“Democratic candidate for Governor”other16“Number of counties won by Jay Collins”