Byron Donalds wins Florida governor’s race
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) is projected to defeat Democrat David Jolly in the Florida gubernatorial race, according to Decision Desk HQ. Donalds, who has represented the Sunshine State’s 19th Congressional District since 2021, will succeed outgoing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) in January. DeSantis is term-limited…
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Byron Donalds wins Florida governor’s race
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) is projected to defeat Democrat David Jolly in the Florida gubernatorial race, according to Decision Desk HQ. Donalds, who has represented the Sunshine State’s 19th Congressional District since 2021, will succeed outgoing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) in January. DeSantis is term-limited…
Republican Byron Donalds wins governor's race in Florida
Donalds, who was backed early by President Trump, will become the state's first Black governor.
Coverage details
2 outlets from United States are covering this story: The Hill and NPR. The Hill published it first, on November 4, 2026; the last outlet to join was NPR, less than an hour later.
Key names in the coverage: Republican Byron Donalds, Florida, Democrat David Jolly, Decision Desk HQ and Sunshine State.
