PoliGovGovernor of Florida
Results updated Nov 7, 1:00 AM ET
Ron DeSantis (Republican) has been governor of Florida since January 8, 2019. Byron Donalds (Republican) won the 2026 election and is the governor-elect.
| Governor | Ron DeSantis (R) |
|---|---|
| In office since | January 8, 2019 |
| Current term ends | 2027 |
| Governor-elect | Byron Donalds (R) |
| Next election | 2030 |
2026 governor's race
Called
| Candidate | Vote | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| Byron Donalds (R) | 50.0% | 4,132,334 |
| David Jolly (D) | 48.7% | 4,024,639 |
| Scott Eckhard Jewett (L) | 0.5% | 37,889 |
92% of the expected vote counted. Vote counts are unofficial until certified.
PoliGov's final forecast gave David Jolly an 18% chance and Byron Donalds an 82% chance (Lean R).
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