Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 14, 2026 —

2026 Florida Gubernatorial Race Sees Early Campaign Activity

The race for Florida governor in 2026 is beginning to take shape, with candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties announcing their campaigns. Key figures are emerging and presenting their platforms to voters ahead of the primary elections.

On the Democratic ticket, former U.S. Rep. David Jolly has announced his selection of former Congresswoman Gwen Graham as his running mate. This pairing marks an early development in the Democratic field.

For the Republican nomination, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is positioned as a leading contender. His campaign has received endorsements from former President Donald Trump. Other notable Republican candidates include Lt. Gov. Jay Collins and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner.

The primary elections for both parties are slated to occur in mid-August, setting the stage for further campaign developments as the general election approaches.

Story summarized from the original created by Byron Tollefson on www.local10.com, see more information here.