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Trump Backs Byron Donalds Again for Governor in New Post: Where Polls Stand

Polls show Jolly and Donalds in a close governor’s race, and Jolly’s campaign criticized Donalds.

Trump Backs Byron Donalds Again for Governor in New Post: Where Polls Stand
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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
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May 27, 2026
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Donald Trump renewed his endorsement of Byron Donalds for Florida governor as polls showed a close race with David Jolly. The article reports competing poll results and includes criticism from Jolly’s campaign.

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

Democratic candidate for Florida governor competing with Donalds

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Byron Donalds
R · FL-19

Republican candidate for Florida governor and the subject of Trump’s endorsement

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who renewed his endorsement of Donalds for governor

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Kamala Harris
Former U.S. Senator (D-CA)

Then-vice president and Trump’s opponent in Florida in 2024

ALSO MENTIONED  Mark Riddle, Senior adviser to the David Jolly for Governor campaign

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