NewsCreative Loafing Tampa BayAugust 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.
Read the full story at Creative Loafing Tampa BayWhy It Matters
The outcome of this primary determines the Republican candidate for the upcoming Florida gubernatorial in November.
Key Facts
- Byron Donalds won the Republican nomination for Florida governor.
- Donalds defeated 10 primary opponents.
- Donalds received 48% of the vote compared to 25% for Jay Collins.
- James Fishback placed third with 10% of the vote.
- Jay Collins won 16 counties in North Florida despite losing the overall primary.
- 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“Winner of the Republican gubernatorial primary”other10“Number of opponents defeated by Byron Donalds”personJay Collins“Lieutenant Governor and primary opponent”personDavid Jolly“Democratic candidate for governor”other16“Number of counties won by Jay Collins”