Jolly to national Democrats: Show me some money

By: Mitch Perry

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: September 25, 2026

Words: 874

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago


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TAMPA — With more polls and election analysts suggesting David Jolly could become the first Democrat to win a governor’s race in Florida in more than three decades, the former GOP congressman is appealing for money to defeat Republican Byron Donalds.

This week the national elections rating group Decision Desk HQ shifted the Florida governor’s race to a “Toss up,” saying Donalds has a 60% probability of winning, down from 68%.

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