Byron Donalds Posts $40 Million War Chest, Leads 2026 Florida GOP Governor Primary

Overview

• The campaign reports raising more than $40 million since February.
• A Dec. 8–9 survey of 800 Republican primary voters by The American Promise showed Donalds leading Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins 38% to 9%.
• The same poll found his margin widening to 50% to 7% when respondents were told of President Donald Trump’s endorsement.
• The memo highlights endorsements from Trump, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott and House Speaker Mike Johnson, plus supporters Elon Musk and Phil Mickelson, and it cites backing from 27 sheriffs, 17 members of Florida’s congressional delegation and 63 state House members.
• The campaign says it has visited 41 counties and held 75 events, has not yet aired TV ads, and plans to go on air to broaden outreach.