Byron Donalds Removes Trump Photos From Website as David Jolly Gains Ground
Donalds' Democratic challenger David Jolly told Newsweek he believes Donalds "still stands by" his longtime support for Trump.
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds has removed several references to President Donald Trump from his campaign website in the wake of a tightening race against Democrat David Jolly. Donalds, who once endorsed Trump in the GOP primary, now faces a competitive election against the former Republican who left the party over Trump's policies.
While Florida has become more conservative in recent years, new polls suggest the race is closer than expected. Jolly responded to the removal of Trump references, expressing hope that they would campaign together. The White House defended Trump, calling him the "unequivocal leader" for the Republican Party. Donalds' updated website now emphasizes his conservative credentials and positions on issues like affordability, healthcare, and education. However, it no longer prominently features Trump's endorsement or photos with him.
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