NewsCreative Loafing Tampa Bay — NewsAugust 20, 2026Hillsborough
Byron Donalds wins Republican gubernatorial nomination
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 Democrat David Jolly.
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The primary results determine the Republican candidate for the upcoming gubernatorial election, setting the stage for the final contest in November.
Key Facts
- Byron Donalds won the Republican nomination for governor on Tuesday.
- Donalds defeated 10 other candidates in the primary.
- Donalds received 48% of the vote.
- Lt. Gov. Jay Collins received 25% of the vote.
- James Fishback placed third with 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 gubernatorial nominee”other10“Number of opponents defeated by Donalds”personJay Collins“Lieutenant Governor and primary opponent”personDavid Jolly“Democratic gubernatorial candidate”other16“Number of counties won by Jay Collins”