US EditionMatt Gaetz Hasn't Ruled Out Run for Florida Governor
- Former Rep. Matt Gaetz is considering a run for Florida governor in the 2026 election, adding uncertainty to the Republican primary.
- Gaetz's potential run follows his failed attorney general nomination due to misconduct allegations and relates to an unsettled GOP primary field.
- The primary features Trump-endorsed front-runner Rep. Byron Donalds, who raised over $14 million and recently held public events with his wife endorsing Hope Florida.
- A longtime Republican operative said, "All eyes are on Casey and what she decides to do," referencing the current governor's wife’s possible candidacy.
- Gaetz's entry could split the GOP vote, creating an opening for a dark horse candidate to win with about 30 percent support amid a three-way primary.
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Report: Matt Gaetz Contemplating Run for Florida Governor
Former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz is considering a bid for Florida governor in 2026, despite facing significant legal and ethical controversies. Gaetz served Florida’s 1st congressional district from 2017 until his resignation in November 2024. His departure followed President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement to nominate him as U.S. attorney general. However, Gaetz withdrew from consideration due […] The post Report: Matt Gaetz Contemplatin…
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Matt Gaetz Hasn't Ruled Out Run for Florida Governor
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) hasn’t yet ruled out running for Florida governor, eyeing a potential three-way Republican primary against Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) and first lady Casey DeSantis, NBC News reports.
Matt Gaetz Still Mulling Run For Florida Governor - Joe.My.God.
NBC News reports: Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, a close ally of President Donald Trump, is still considering a run for governor of Florida — a twist that complicates a Republican primary that already has a Trump-endorsed candidate and, potentially, the current governor’s wife. Trump has backed Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., for the 2026 race, and …
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