Byron Donalds on the 2026 Florida Governor's Race
Congressman Byron Donalds joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth, sit-down interview to discuss entering the Florida Governor's Race in 2026 to succeed Ron DeSantis, earning President Trump's endorsement, fixing Florida's affordability crisis and working with the Trump administration to continue Florida's strong position on arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants. Byron Donalds will face off with former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner and Ron DeSantis' Lieutenat Governor Jay Collins in the Republican Primary and would stand to face Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings or former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket.
Congressman Byron Donalds joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth, sit-down interview to discuss entering the Florida Governor's Race in 2026 to succeed Ron DeSantis, earning President Trump's endorsement, fixing Florida's affordability crisis and working with the Trump administration to continue Florida's strong position on arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants. Byron Donalds will face off with former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner and Ron DeSantis' Lieutenat Governor Jay Collins in the Republican Primary and would stand to face Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings or former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket.
Jerry Demings says Dems can win Florida Governor's race
Orange County Mayor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an exclusive, in-depth discussion on entering the Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis in 2026. Mayor Demings breaks down his reasons for entering the race, his plans to fight for local governments' rights after high tensions between Orange County and the Governor's Office over different local programs and immigration enforcement and the Democrats' path to victory in Florida in 2026. Jerry Demings faces off with former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket, and the winner of the Democratic Primary will likely face off with Trump-endorsed Congressman Byron Donalds, Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins or former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on the Republican side of the aisle.
Orange County Mayor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an exclusive, in-depth discussion on entering the Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis in 2026. Mayor Demings breaks down his reasons for entering the race, his plans to fight for local governments' rights after high tensions between Orange County and the Governor's Office over different local programs and immigration enforcement and the Democrats' path to victory in Florida in 2026. Jerry Demings faces off with former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket, and the winner of the Democratic Primary will likely face off with Trump-endorsed Congressman Byron Donalds, Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins or former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on the Republican side of the aisle.
Jay Collins on the 2026 Florida Governor's Race
Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth interview to discuss entering the Florida Governor's race, challenging President Donald Trump-endorsed candidate Congressman Byron Donalds, former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and former Florida Congressman David Jolly. Collins discusses succeeding Governor Ron DeSantis, his positions on cutting property taxes, plans for state education and charter schools, whether he expects to receive a DeSantis endorsement and work with the Florida Legislature if elected Governor.
Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth interview to discuss entering the Florida Governor's race, challenging President Donald Trump-endorsed candidate Congressman Byron Donalds, former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and former Florida Congressman David Jolly. Collins discusses succeeding Governor Ron DeSantis, his positions on cutting property taxes, plans for state education and charter schools, whether he expects to receive a DeSantis endorsement and work with the Florida Legislature if elected Governor.
Gov. Ron DeSantis to speak in Pinellas Park
The governor will be speaking at the Caruth Health Education Center at St. Petersburg College.
The governor will be speaking at the Caruth Health Education Center at St. Petersburg College.
Gov. DeSantis announces 1st carbon ion-therapy program for cancer in U.S.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | On Jan. 15, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the first carbon-ion therapy program for cancer therapy in the U.S. at the clinic's new 228,000 square foot facility.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | On Jan. 15, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the first carbon-ion therapy program for cancer therapy in the U.S. at the clinic's new 228,000 square foot facility.
Florida becomes the first in the U.S. to offer carbon ion cancer therapy
Florida is the first state in the U.S. – and in the entire western hemisphere – to launch a carbon ion therapy program for cancer treatment.
Florida is the first state in the U.S. – and in the entire western hemisphere – to launch a carbon ion therapy program for cancer treatment.
DeSantis appoints Adam Tanenbaum to Florida’s Supreme Court
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he is appointing Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court during a news conference at Seminole High School on Wednesday morning.
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he is appointing Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court during a news conference at Seminole High School on Wednesday morning.
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Florida State of the State: Gov. DeSantis' full speech
Gov. Ron DeSantis delivered his final State of the State address in front of Florida lawmakers on Tuesday. He touted his accomplishments over his last two terms and set some of his goals for the next year: property tax relief and A.I. restrictions and regulation. Here is his full remarks.
Gov. Ron DeSantis delivered his final State of the State address in front of Florida lawmakers on Tuesday. He touted his accomplishments over his last two terms and set some of his goals for the next year: property tax relief and A.I. restrictions and regulation. Here is his full remarks.
Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses Florida's home, auto insurance decreases in 2026
Lowering insurance rates is not an easy solution, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
Lowering insurance rates is not an easy solution, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
How would Florida state charges against Maduro work?
Governor Ron DeSantis says Florida and Attorney General James Uthemeier are exploring filing state charges against Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in addition to his federal charges and trial in New York. Rory Safir, Founder of Safir Law joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to explain how state charges against Maduro would work and whether it's worth it to spend taxpayer dollars on an additional case against Maduro while he is in federal custody.
Governor Ron DeSantis says Florida and Attorney General James Uthemeier are exploring filing state charges against Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in addition to his federal charges and trial in New York. Rory Safir, Founder of Safir Law joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to explain how state charges against Maduro would work and whether it's worth it to spend taxpayer dollars on an additional case against Maduro while he is in federal custody.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks on 'informed consent' in child vaccine recommendations
Following the CDC recommended list of vaccines for children -- which decreased 17 to 10, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there should be "no coercion involved."
Following the CDC recommended list of vaccines for children -- which decreased 17 to 10, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there should be "no coercion involved."
Gov. DeSantis announces $167.5M in rural infrastructure funding, special session on redistricting
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Gov. DeSantis, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna push to set term limits, end insider trading among Congress
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna advocated for term limits and the prohibition of insider trading among members of Congress during a press conference in Clearwater on Tuesday.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna advocated for term limits and the prohibition of insider trading among members of Congress during a press conference in Clearwater on Tuesday.
Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to open ICE detention center in Florida's Panhandle
Florida is planning to build another immigration detention facility in the state's Panhandle, pending approval from the Department of Homeland Security.
Florida is planning to build another immigration detention facility in the state's Panhandle, pending approval from the Department of Homeland Security.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis weighs in on Venezuelan President Maduro's capture: 'Destructive reign'
Following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Maduro deserves to be brought to justice.
Following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Maduro deserves to be brought to justice.
Gov. Ron DeSantis: About 20K have been arrested statewide in immigration crackdown
The news conference is expected to begin at 10:30 a.m.
The news conference is expected to begin at 10:30 a.m.
Watch live: Gov. Ron DeSantis to speak at news conference in Orlando
The governor is scheduled to speak at a news conference at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
The governor is scheduled to speak at a news conference at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Governor Ron DeSantis announces proposal to protect puppies in Florida
Governor DeSantis introduced a statewide proposal to stop abusive animal practices, targeting dog breeders and puppy mills.
Governor DeSantis introduced a statewide proposal to stop abusive animal practices, targeting dog breeders and puppy mills.
Disney asks judge to dismiss lawsuit
Disney is asking a Florida judge on Friday to toss out a lawsuit against the company’s efforts to neutralize a takeover of Disney World’s governing district by Gov. Ron DeSantis and his appointees.
Disney is asking a Florida judge on Friday to toss out a lawsuit against the company’s efforts to neutralize a takeover of Disney World’s governing district by Gov. Ron DeSantis and his appointees.