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Trump-backed Byron Donalds wins Florida Republican primary for governor race

From The Guardian · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Congressman Byron Donalds, endorsed by Donald Trump, won the Republican primary in Florida to become the party's candidate for governor.
  • Donalds defeated three other Republican rivals, including Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins, who was DeSantis's chosen candidate.
  • His victory positions him as the Republican nominee in the race to succeed Ron DeSantis as Florida's governor.

Congressman Byron Donalds secured the Republican nomination for Florida governor, defeating rivals in a primary election. Donalds, who represents southwest Florida and has served in Congress since 2021, won the endorsement of former President Donald Trump. He trounced three other Republican candidates, including Jay Collins, the current lieutenant governor handpicked by outgoing Governor Ron DeSantis.

The primary outcome sets Donalds up to compete for the governorship, a position previously held by DeSantis. The congressman had pledged to implement Trump's agenda if elected governor, signaling a continuation of the former president's influence in Florida politics. His victory over Collins, who had DeSantis's backing, highlights a potential shift in the state's Republican leadership.

Donalds's win is a significant development in Florida's gubernatorial race. His campaign focused on aligning with Trump's policies, a strategy that resonated with primary voters. The race to succeed DeSantis is now set, with Donalds representing the Republican party's chosen candidate.

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Originally published by The Guardian in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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