Donalds and Jolly Secure Gubernatorial Nominations in Florida Primaries
In Florida's gubernatorial primaries, Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly won their respective nominations, setting them up to compete for the governor's office in the general election. This race is to replace outgoing Republican Governor Ron DeSantis.
Philadelphia, PA, August 18, 2026 —
Florida voters have selected their party nominees for the state’s gubernatorial race, with Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly emerging victorious in their respective primaries. The two candidates will now face off in the general election to determine who will succeed outgoing Republican Governor Ron DeSantis.
The primary elections concluded Tuesday, with Donalds securing the Republican nomination and Jolly winning the Democratic nomination. The outcome of these contests sets the stage for a significant contest as both parties vie for control of the state’s highest executive office.
Governor Ron DeSantis, a Republican, is ineligible to run for a third term due to term limits. His departure from the governorship creates an open seat, intensifying the focus on the upcoming general election between Donalds and Jolly.
Further details regarding the vote tallies, specific campaign platforms, and the full scope of election results for other races were not immediately available. The exact timeline for the general election campaign leading up to the final vote has also not been specified.
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