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Byron Donalds

Byron Donalds

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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 updatedJun 1, 2026

Byron Donalds is drawing attention as a leading candidate in the 2026 Florida governor race. President Donald Trump has now endorsed him, and recent polls show Donalds ahead in the Republican primary and competitive in possible general-election matchups. He has also said he would vote to expel Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales in the House misconduct fight.

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Articles
WEWashington Examiner5 days ago

Trump gives Byron Donalds ‘complete and total endorsement’ for Florida gubernatorial run

Positive
NNewsBreak23 days ago

Opinion: Can Republicans hold Florida after DeSantis?

Positive
NNewsweek28 days ago

Byron Donalds’ Chances of Beating David Jolly in Florida Governor Race-Poll

Neutral
NNewsmax28 days ago

Rep. Donalds Surges Ahead in Fla. GOP Governor Race

Positive

Polls

Florida Republican Governor nominee?
Polling Average
40%30%20%10%0%
36.1%
26.2%
11.0%
5.7%
Byron Donalds
B. Donalds
Casey DeSantis
C. DeSantis
Matt Gaetz
M. Gaetz
Jay Collins
J. Collins
Paul Renner
P. Renner
Jimmy Patronis
J. Patronis
Wilton Simpson
W. Simpson
Charles Burkett
C. Burkett
Date (Start - End)SpreadDonaldsDeSantisGaetzCollinsRennerPatronisSimpsonBurkett
Polling Average
Donalds+10.0
36.1%26.2%11.0%5.7%3.3%3.2%2.8%1.7%
Change ResearchMay 13 - 16
Donalds+40.0
48.0%––8.0%3.0%–––
Fabrizio, Lee & AssociatesApr 26 - 30
Donalds+47.0
54.0%––7.0%2.0%–––
Stetson University Center for Public Opinion ResearchMar 25 - Apr 13
Donalds+31.0
38.0%––6.0%7.0%–––
Tarrance GroupMar 30 - Apr 2
Donalds+44.0
50.0%––6.0%3.0%–––
Emerson CollegeMar 29 - 31
Donalds+36.8
43.5%6.7%–4.3%2.0%––0.5%
Emerson CollegeMar 29 - 31
Donalds+42.3
46.4%––4.1%2.7%––0.3%
The American PromiseFeb 23 - 26
Donalds+40.0
44.0%––4.0%2.0%–––
University of North Florida Public Opinion Research LabFeb 16 - 20
Donalds+4.0
28.0%24.0%–3.0%0.0%–––
University of North Florida Public Opinion Research LabFeb 16 - 20
Donalds+27.0
31.0%––4.0%1.0%–––
Targoz Market ResearchFeb 13 - 16
Donalds+18.0
33.0%––15.0%9.0%–––
Mason-Dixon Polling & StrategyJan 8 - 13
Donalds+30.0
37.0%––7.0%4.0%–––
Fabrizio, Lee & AssociatesJan 4 - 6
Donalds+13.0
39.0%26.0%––1.0%–––
Fabrizio, Lee & AssociatesJan 4 - 6
Donalds+39.0
45.0%––6.0%3.0%–––
Fabrizio, Lee & AssociatesJan 4 - 6
Donalds+43.0
47.0%–––4.0%–––
Public Opinion StrategiesDec 7 - 11
Donalds+27.0
40.0%––13.0%––––
The American PromiseDec 8 - 9
Donalds+29.0
38.0%––9.0%1.0%–––
The American PromiseNov 17 - 19
Donalds+41.0
43.0%––1.0%2.0%–––
Victory InsightsNov 11 - 13
Donalds+42.3
45.0%––1.2%2.7%–––
St. Pete PollsOct 13 - 15
Donalds+35.5
39.2%––3.7%2.7%–––
St. Pete PollsOct 13 - 15
Donalds+40.6
52.1%––11.5%––––
St. Pete PollsOct 13 - 15
Donalds+26.2
47.2%21.0%––––––
Targoz Market ResearchSep 16 - 18
DeSantis+3.0
23.0%26.0%–2.0%7.0%–2.0%–
Targoz Market ResearchSep 16 - 18
Donalds+20.0
29.0%–––9.0%–––
The Tyson GroupSep 4 - 5
Donalds+38.0
40.0%––2.0%2.0%–––
University of North Florida Public Opinion Research LabJul 14 - 22
DeSantis+3.0
29.0%32.0%8.0%–––1.0%–
St. Pete PollsJul 8 - 10
Donalds+39.5
43.6%––2.1%2.9%–4.1%–
St. Pete PollsJul 8 - 10
Donalds+7.5
34.9%27.4%––2.2%–3.1%–
Targoz Market ResearchMay 5 - 7
DeSantis+1.0
28.0%29.0%10.0%–––4.0%3.0%
Targoz Market ResearchApr 15 - 22
DeSantis+3.0
24.0%27.0%8.0%–––4.0%3.0%
Fabrizio, Lee & AssociatesFeb 26 - 27
Donalds+4.0
34.0%30.0%––––3.0%–
Victory InsightsJan 26 - 27
Donalds+28.4
31.3%–––––2.9%–
Victory InsightsJan 26 - 27
Donalds+28.8
33.8%–––––5.0%–
Florida Atlantic University PolCom Lab/Mainstreet ResearchJun 8 - 9
DeSantis+24.0
19.0%43.0%13.0%––5.0%––
Victory InsightsApr 3 - 6
Donalds+7.8
20.6%–12.8%––2.9%2.1%–
Kaplan StrategiesFeb 27 - 28
Gaetz+3.0
13.0%–16.0%––2.0%1.0%–
University of North Florida Public Opinion Research LabOct 23 - Nov 4
DeSantis+13.0
9.0%22.0%9.0%––3.0%1.0%–

Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne

Fundraising

Latest report: Cycle 2026
Total raisedCash on hand
$6.6M
$5.0M
$3.3M
$1.7M
$0

2024

2026

Latest
Year
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

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