Florida Governor's Race Shifts From 'Solid Republican' by Top Forecaster
Summary
The Florida governor’s race has become more competitive, with the Cook Political Report changing its rating from “Solid Republican” to “Likely Republican.” Democrat David Jolly, a former Republican, is challenging Republican Byron Donalds, who is supported by President Trump and has a large fundraising lead.Key Facts
- Cook Political Report now rates the Florida governor race as “Likely Republican” instead of “Solid Republican.”
- Democrat David Jolly was previously a Republican and is running with former Democratic Representative Gwen Graham.
- Republican Byron Donalds won the primary and has President Trump’s backing.
- Donalds has raised more than ten times the money that Jolly has for the campaign.
- Florida has become more Republican in recent years, with President Trump and Governor Ron DeSantis winning by large margins.
- Republicans hold a voter registration advantage in Florida and have a favorable congressional map.
- No Democrat has won the Florida governor’s office in over 25 years.
- Experts say the race may get closer, but Donalds is still the favorite to win in November.
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