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NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — All NewsAugust 18, 2026Hillsborough

Florida 2026 gubernatorial candidates outline policy positions on taxes, immigration, and housing

Candidates for the 2026 Florida gubernatorial election have released competing policy platforms regarding property tax reform, immigration enforcement, housing affordability, and healthcare expansion. These proposals represent the primary economic and social issues currently being debated by those seeking the state's highest executive office.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of the 2026 election will determine the state's approach to property tax structures, insurance regulation, and public service funding for the next four years.

Key Facts

  • The 2026 Florida gubernatorial election will feature candidates with differing stances on property tax elimination.
  • Candidates are presenting proposals regarding insurance relief for homeowners.
  • The debate includes potential expansion of Medicaid services.
  • Candidates are addressing the state's minimum wage policies.
  • Immigration enforcement is a central pillar of the candidates' economic and social platforms.
  • Housing affordability is identified as a key issue for the upcoming election cycle.

Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Current Governor of Florida, term-limited.”personPaul Renner“Former Speaker of the Florida House and Republican gubernatorial candidate.”personGwen Graham“David Jolly's running mate.”personJames Fishback“Investment firm founder and Republican gubernatorial candidate.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States, endorsed Byron Donalds.”personByron Donalds“U.S. Representative and Republican gubernatorial candidate.”other53“Number of abortion clinics in Florida cited by James Fishback.”personSean Lozano“James Fishback's running mate.”personJay Collins“Current Lt. Governor and Republican gubernatorial candidate.”personDavid Jolly“Former Congressman and Democratic gubernatorial candidate.”personDotie Joseph“Florida Representative and Democratic gubernatorial candidate.”locationFlorida“The state where the 2026 gubernatorial election is taking place.”