Donalds, Florida and Trump

Byron Donalds, on cusp of Florida governor run, commands crowd at CPAC
Fresh off a surprise endorsement from Donald Trump, Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) relished the support he received at the Conservative Political Action Conference and teased his next steps. Donalds, a rising star in the party who was once a contender for House speaker,
3 things to know about Byron Donalds, Trump’s top pick to be Florida’s next governor
In Congress, he’s been part of the ultraconservative Tea Party caucus. Highly thought of by Republican colleagues, he won a few votes in early 2023 to become speaker of the Florida House. Following Trump’s lead, Donalds in January introduced a bill to end taxes on tips.
Trump announces support for Rep. Byron Donalds as Florida's next governor
President Donald Trump made Rep. Byron Donalds the early frontrunner in Florida's 2026 gubernatorial race to replace term-limited Ron DeSantis, saying on Truth Social on Thursday that he would have his endorsement.
The Hill on NewsNation: Rep. Byron Donalds (R- FL) weighs run for Florida governor as President Trump endorses him
President Trump has thrown his support behind Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) as Governor Ron DeSantis’ successor in Florida. Should Donalds run, he “will have my Complete and Total Endorsement,” Trump said on social media,
President Trump shares poll showing Byron Donalds cleaning up in run for FL governor
Were Byron Donalds to run for Florida governor, he'd handily beat opponents, according to a poll shared by Trump. What do SWFL residents think?
‘Run, Byron, Run!’: Donald Trump all but endorses Byron Donalds to be next Florida Governor
President Donald Trump made clear who he wants as the next Governor of Florida. In a Truth Social post, Trump all but endorsed U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds to run as the state’s next chief executive in 2026. Donalds responded by all but announcing his candidacy.
At CPAC, Byron Donalds Hints of Bid for Florida Governor
Rep. Byron Donalds teases a possible Florida governor run at CPAC, as he presents the Sunshine State as a model of conservative governance.
‘TOTAL WINNER’: Trump encourages Florida lawmaker Byron Donalds to run for governor in 2026
President Donald Trump has made his preference clear for Florida’s next governor by endorsing Rep. Byron Donalds in a Truth Social post.
‘The race for governor is over’: How Trump upended Florida politics
Republicans with political aspirations have been haunted by a devastating possibility. One day, President Donald Trump could publicly endorse a political rival. That nightmare came true on Thursday for the GOPers eyeing the 2026 Florida governor’s race.
Trump says Rep. Donalds has his 'Total Endorsement' for governor
The race to become Florida's next governor isn't until next year but discussion about who will run for the state's top job is already generating plenty of conversation.
Donalds coy on potential Florida governor bid while thanking Trump for endorsement
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) was coy while discussing his potential Florida gubernatorial bid during a Friday interview while also expressing gratitude for landing an early endorsement from President Trump.
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Byron Donalds touts Florida-centric successes in speech to CPAC
In a speech to CPAC attendees, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds alluded to President Donald Trump’s endorsement and his gubernatorial ...
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds gets recognition from FAMU interim President Beard
They say at FAMU, you can get anywhere from here, and this young man is well on his way – that's Congressman Byron Donalds,” ...