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This Crowded Republican Primary in Florida Has Drawn a Unique Cast of Candidates

Final polls and prediction markets show Donalds with a near-certain path to the nomination, backed by stronger fundraising and major Republican endorsements.

  • On Tuesday, Rep. Byron Donalds leads Florida's Republican primary by 34 points, according to a Quantus Insights survey of 635 likely voters showing Donalds at 50 percent.
  • More than a dozen House candidates poured over $1 million each into campaigns after the GOP-led state legislature approved a new congressional map this spring, creating four pickup opportunities for Republicans.
  • Donalds raised roughly $10 million in the recent quarter, while Former New York Rep. Chris Collins contributed $3.4 million and Former Illinois Sen. Jim Oberweis loaned his campaign $4.9 million.
  • Candidates face 'carpetbagger' attacks for moving to Florida, yet voter Jim Dean said, 'I don't think it really matters where they've from' in the 19th District.
  • Primary results will shape the Florida GOP's direction today, though the general election remains a distinct challenge as both parties target competitive seats like the 14th District.
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ussanews.com broke the news on Monday, August 17, 2026.
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