Florida Republican Party
Coverage of Florida Republican Party in the Nexus archive.
- 2026 Florida governor’s race heats up as candidates make their case
The 2026 Florida governor's race is intensifying as Democratic candidates David Jolly and Gwen Graham emphasize bipartisan governance, while Republicans face internal debates over candidate qualifications. Key contenders include Byron Donalds, Jay Collins, and Paul Renner, with Donalds receiving an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
- DeSantis signs Florida redistricting map to potentially flip 4 House seats red
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new congressional map into law, potentially flipping four U.S. House seats to Republican. The map is expected to draw immediate legal challenges from Democrats and left-wing voting rights groups. The new map could expand the Republican edge to 24 seats in the state's congressional delegation.
- Florida GOP chair says voters will get "fair elections" due to new congressional map
Florida is implementing a new congressional map under Gov. Ron DeSantis, which is expected to increase Republican representation. Florida GOP Chair Evan Power discussed the plan on 'The Takeout,' emphasizing fair elections.