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2026

Governor of Florida

5 candidates profiled by the committee

This is who we have published for this race, not the full ballot. Other candidates may be on it — check your own sample ballot. See your sample ballot.

  • Portrait of James Fishback
    Lost

    James Fishback

    Investment firm founder and debate-education nonprofit founder. Ran for Governor in 2026.

  • Portrait of Paul Renner
    Lost

    Paul Renner

    Former Speaker of the Florida House and a Navy veteran. Ran for Governor in 2026.

  • Portrait of Jay Collins
    Lost

    Jay Collins

    Lieutenant Governor of Florida, appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in August 2025, and a retired Army Green Beret. Ran for Governor in 2026.

  • Official portrait of United States Representative Byron Donalds
    Republican Nominee

    Byron Donalds

    United States Representative for Florida's 19th district and Republican nominee for Governor. Endorsed by President Trump.

What we have written about this race