President Donald Trump said he would endorse Republican Florida Rep. Byron Donalds to serve as the next governor of Florida should he decide to run, in a Truth Social post Thursday evening.
Trump is imploring the conservative Florida lawmaker to jump into the race, citing his support for the president’s America First agenda. Trump’s endorsement is likely to carry significant weight given his residency and political influence in the state. (RELATED: Dems Suddenly Concerned About Protecting Taxpayers After Seizing On Leaked Tax Returns With A Smile)
President Trump is Making America Great Again.
I’m committed to working with him to Keep Florida Great.
Announcement coming soon! pic.twitter.com/Bimj712vIL
— Byron Donalds (@ByronDonalds) February 21, 2025
“As Governor, Byron would have a BIG Voice, and would work closely with me to advance our America First Agenda,” Trump also said. “He will fight tirelessly to Secure our Border, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Military, Protect our Vets, Restore our Economic Power, Advance American Energy DOMINANCE, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment.”
Trump shared a Victory Insights poll on Truth Social Monday showing Donalds with a significant lead over potential competitors in a hypothetical matchup. Donalds netted 31% support while Republican Florida Lieutenant Gov. Jeanette Nuñez had 4% support followed by state Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson at 3% support.
No Florida Republican has thus far jumped into the GOP primary.
Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has thus far not endorsed a successor, is term-limited.
Donalds is a member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus and is currently serving in his third term representing Florida’s 19th District.
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