Byron Donalds Targets Black Voters in Florida Governor Race

Florida GOP candidate Byron Donalds seeks Black voter support, aiming to break historic barriers in the governor's race.

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October 5, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Miami, United States — Republican Rep. Byron Donalds is making a strategic push to engage Black voters in his bid for Florida governor, a move that has drawn both attention and skepticism.

Donalds, who previously served nine years in Congress without emphasizing his race, recently participated in several Black voter outreach events in the Miami area. He highlighted the growing independence of Black voters from traditional party lines, noting their search for leaders who can effectively guide Florida forward.

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The former Trump surrogate is leveraging similar tactics used during his national campaign, now applying them to his own gubernatorial bid. While he claims to target all voters, critics argue his efforts are selective and lack genuine commitment to key issues affecting minority communities.

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