NewsCreative Loafing TampaAugust 25, 2026Hillsborough
Byron Donalds selects Senator Bryan Avila as running mate for Florida governor
Gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds has named Florida State Senator Bryan Avila as his running mate for the upcoming election. Avila, a Miami Springs resident and long-time state legislator, will join the ticket as the candidate for lieutenant governor.
Read the full story at Creative Loafing TampaWhy It Matters
This selection finalizes the leadership ticket for a major gubernatorial campaign, determining the individuals who will seek executive office in the state.
Key Facts
- Byron Donalds selected Bryan Avila as his running mate for the Florida gubernatorial race.
- The announcement was made on Tuesday.
- Bryan Avila is currently a State Senator representing Miami-Dade County.
- Avila has served in the Florida Legislature since 2014.
- Avila previously served in the Florida House of Representatives.
- Avila won his current Senate seat while running unopposed.
Who's Mentioned
personGwen Graham“Democratic lieutenant governor nominee”locationMiami-Dade County“Senator Avila's district”personAngie Nixon“Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate”personByron Donalds“Republican gubernatorial candidate”personBryan Avila“Miami-Dade County Senator and lieutenant governor nominee”personJay Collins“Primary election candidate”personDavid Jolly“Democratic gubernatorial candidate”locationFlorida“State of jurisdiction”organizationFlorida Legislature“Legislative body where Avila has served since 2014”