NewsWLRN — South Florida NPR (Government & Politics)August 19, 2026Miami-Dade
David Jolly wins Democratic nomination for Florida Governor to face Republican Byron Donalds
Former Republican congressman David Jolly secured the Democratic nomination for Florida governor and will face Republican nominee Byron Donalds in this November's election. Jolly has selected former Democratic Congresswoman Gwen Graham as his running mate for Lieutenant Governor. The race marks a challenge for Democrats, who have not won a statewide Florida election since 2018.
Read the full story at WLRN — South Florida NPR (Government & Politics)Why It Matters
The outcome of this race will determine Florida's executive leadership, with the winner deciding the state's policy direction on issues like education and healthcare after nearly 30 years of Republican control.
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