Trump Endorsed
Florida Republican Governor nominee?
3dByron Donalds's odds are up 5.1 points and are now 94% over a 3-day streak.
94%5%
Florida Republican Governor nominee?
$6.1M
AUG 19, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyTrump-aligned Republican
Age47 years old (Oct 28, 1978)
GenderMale
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LocationFlorida
BackgroundPolitician
EducationFlorida A&M University
Notable personal detailsByron Lowell Donalds (born October 28, 1978) is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. representative for Florida's 19th congressional district (in office since January 3, 2021). He previously served in the Florida House of Representatives (2016–2020). Donalds attended Florida A&M University and earned a B.S. from Florida State University, and worked in the banking, finance, and insurance industries. He lives in Naples, Florida, with his wife, Erika, and their three sons.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Advocates substantial tax reductions and a simplified, flatter tax code (including support for a Fair Tax), opposes tax increases on high earners, and has proposed lowering corporate and individual tax rates while supporting reductions or elimination of certain taxes (for example, advocating abolishing property taxes in Florida).
Healthcare
Opposes government-run single‑payer programs and calls for repeal of the Affordable Care Act, favoring market-based reforms such as allowing purchase of insurance across state lines and reducing federal mandates. Has voted against legislation to lower prescription drug costs and criticized expansion of ACA subsidies.
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Immigration & Border
Advocates strict enforcement-first immigration policies that prioritize securing the southern border, deporting undocumented immigrants convicted of crimes, and restricting legal immigration pathways (including seeking curbs on certain visa programs). Has sponsored and supported legislation to strengthen tracking/detention and increase DHS/ICE accountability and has opposed mass amnesty or carve-outs for undocumented workers.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Byron Donalds identifies as pro-life and supports protecting unborn children without exception. He has voted for born-alive protection legislation and voted against measures to expand federal abortion access. He has received high ratings from pro-life organizations and low ratings from pro-choice groups.
Climate & Energy
Supports an "all-of-the-above" energy approach focused on U.S. energy independence, strong federal support for expanded nuclear power, and removing regulatory barriers to domestic energy production; emphasizes protecting waterways locally while opposing what he calls ‘‘radical’’ climate policies and ESG-driven mandates.
Public Safety & Guns
Byron Donalds describes himself as a strong defender of the Second Amendment, opposes red-flag (risk-protection order) laws and voted against post-Parkland measures that raised the purchase age and created risk orders; he has said he would seek to repeal Florida’s red-flag law and supports expanding open carry.
Latest Insights
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJun 17, 2026
Byron Donalds is in the news mainly because he is running for Florida governor and is leading the Republican primary by a wide margin in recent polls. He also has Donald Trump’s endorsement and is pitching a campaign focused on affordability, health care price transparency, property tax relief, and cutting regulatory and permitting costs. Recent coverage has also included his clash with rival Jay Collins over AI policy and his support for expelling two House members over misconduct allegations.
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Articles
WWJLA1 day ago
Byron Donalds outlines Florida vision as governor’s race begins to take shape
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BNBreitbart News Network2 days ago
Floridians Want Florida to 'Remain the Free State of Florida'
Neutral
BNBreitbart News Network6 days ago
Backed Byron Donalds Leads Florida Gov. Primary by 46 Points
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BNBreitbart News Network9 days ago
Jay Collins Accused of Hypocrisy After Attacking Byron Donalds on Pro-AI Stance
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Polls
Florida Republican Governor nominee?
Polling Average
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36.6%
26.2%
11.0%
5.9%
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Endorsements
Florida Republican Governor nominee?
Endorsers of Byron Donalds for Florida Republican Governor nominee?
Donald Trump
Elected official
Donald Trump reiterated his endorsement of Byron Donalds for Florida governor.
Donald Trump Jr.
Elected official
Donald Trump Jr. endorsed Byron Donalds for Florida governor.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total raisedCash on hand
$6.6M
$5.0M
$3.3M
$1.7M
$0
2024
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2024
$6.6M
$1.7M
$5.6M
$233.3K
Cycle 2026
$735.6K
$418.5K
$2.1M
$137.1K
Source: FEC