Trump Endorsed
Polling Average
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37.0%
26.2%
11.0%
7.1%
Florida Republican Governor nominee?
$9.2M
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.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 15, 2026
Byron Donalds is in the news mainly for his run for Florida governor, after leaving Congress to focus on the race. He is leading the Republican field in recent polls and fundraising, and he has received President Donald Trump’s endorsement. The campaign has centered on affordability, insurance, housing, and tax relief, but it is also drawing attacks from rivals and scrutiny over his past. A new civil assault lawsuit alleging a 2022 confrontation has added another controversy as the primary approaches.
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Articles
RSRaw Story10 days ago
Byron Donalds accused of threatening to 'crush' Florida mom in grocery store spat: report
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TDTallahassee Democrat11 days ago
Florida U.S. House members retiring are over age of 70
Positive
NDNaples Daily News21 days ago
Ahead in polls and money, what could stop Byron Donalds?
Positive
BNBaltimore News1 month ago
Byron Donalds outlines Florida vision as governor’s race begins to take shape
Neutral
Polls
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Endorsements
Florida Republican Governor nominee?
Endorsers of Byron Donalds for Florida Republican Governor nominee?
Ben Albritton
Public figure
Ben Albritton backed Byron Donalds for the Republican gubernatorial nomination.
Florida Chamber of Commerce
Elected official
The Florida Chamber of Commerce formally endorsed Byron Donalds for governor.
Florida Farm Bureau
Elected official
The Florida Farm Bureau endorsed Byron Donalds for governor.
Nine Florida state senators
Elected official
Nine Florida state senators endorsed Byron Donalds for governor.
Florida House members
Elected official
Sixty-three Florida House members endorsed Byron Donalds for governor.
15 Florida sheriffs
Elected official
Fifteen Florida sheriffs endorsed Byron Donalds for 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