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Byron Donalds Calls for Rick Scott's Help as Poll Shows Tie with David Jolly

Jolly was nearly tied with Donalds in one poll and received Al Lawson’s endorsement.

Byron Donalds Calls for Rick Scott's Help as Poll Shows Tie with David Jolly
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This article1 analysis · Oct 9, 2026
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A poll found Byron Donalds and David Jolly nearly tied in Florida’s gubernatorial race, while another recent poll showed Donalds ahead. Rick Scott appeared with Donalds, and former congressman Al Lawson announced his support for Jolly and criticized Donalds.

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David W. Jolly
Former U.S. Representative (R-FL)

Democratic candidate for Florida governor

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Byron Donalds
R · FL-19

Republican candidate for Florida governor

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Rick Scott
R · FL · SEN

Florida senator who appeared with Donalds and urged the crowd to vote early

Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President whose endorsement was featured in Donalds campaign ads

Al Lawson, Jr.
Former U.S. Representative (D-FL)

Former U.S. representative and Jolly supporter

Ron DeSantis
Former U.S. Representative (R-FL)

Florida governor whose endorsement was featured in Donalds campaign ads

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Poll Shows Donalds and Jolly Tied in Florida Governor’s Race

Outlets describe the Florida governor’s race between David Jolly and Byron Donalds as close, based on polling. Center outlets use polling to portray a close contest, with one comparing surveys and the other placing the race in Florida’s broader campaign context.

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