Byron Donalds Wins Florida GOP Gubernatorial Primary
Larry O'Connor > Video
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Byron Donalds, a Florida congressman, has secured the Republican nomination for governor. His wife, Erika Donalds, who is also the founder of the Education Freedom Foundation, joined the show to discuss the victory and their future plans. Erica emphasized the importance of education and parental choice in children's schooling. With a strong Republican majority in Florida, the couple aims to make the state a model for education reform and parental choice. Governor Ron DeSantis has expressed his support for the Donalds, highlighting the party's unity as they move towards the general election in November. The Donalds are committed to continuing the work of previous governors while focusing on academic excellence, personalized success plans, and job training programs for students.
