Byron Donalds and David Jolly Advance in Florida Gubernatorial Race
In the Tampa-St. Petersburg (Sarasota) area, Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly are set to compete in the November election for Florida governor, aiming to succeed current Governor Ron DeSantis.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, August 19, 2026 —
TAMPA-ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The race for Florida governor has narrowed to a contest between Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly, who will vie for the position in the upcoming November election. The winner will succeed current Governor Ron DeSantis, whose term is concluding.
The electoral landscape in the Tampa-St. Petersburg (Sarasota) area has set the stage for this significant political contest. Both Donalds and Jolly have secured their respective party’s nominations, positioning them as the leading candidates for the state’s highest executive office.
Further details regarding the specific platforms and campaign strategies of Byron Donalds and David Jolly were not provided in the available information. The election is scheduled to take place in November, with voters across Florida to decide who will lead the state for the next term.
The outcome of this election will shape the future direction of Florida’s policies and governance. Information on the specific dates for debates, campaign events, or the final election day was not included in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Beth Rousseau on www.wfla.com, see more information here.
