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The Republican primary for Florida's governor is heating up with candidates actively fundraising.
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is the frontrunner, having raised over $30 million and secured an endorsement from Donald Trump.
Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins are also notable figures in the potential GOP field.
Former U.S. Rep. David Jolly is currently the only major Democrat in the race.
The GOP primary for the Florida governor’s race is 10 months away, but the money chase for candidates is heating up amid speculation the campaign to replace term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis could get more crowded.
Frontrunner U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds of Naples pulled in $10.2 million in the third quarter, putting his haul above $30 million.
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