Trump-endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds is surging ahead in the Florida gubernatorial primary race, crushing his rivals with a commanding lead in the latest poll that has MAGA faithful buzzing. This isn’t just another poll—it’s a seismic signal from the Sunshine State, where Donalds, a steadfast conservative firebrand, is channeling the Trump magic to position himself as the frontrunner for the GOP nomination. With Florida’s 2026 gubernatorial showdown looming, Donalds’ dominance underscores the enduring power of Trump’s endorsement in red-meat Republican primaries, especially after his handpicked candidates have racked up wins from Iowa to Pennsylvania. For context, Donalds isn’t your typical suit-and-tie pol; he’s a former banker turned congressman who’s fearlessly defended Second Amendment rights in the halls of Congress, voting against every gun-grab scheme from Biden’s ATF overreach to the post-Uvalde panic bills.
What makes this poll a game-changer for the 2A community? Florida, already a fortress under Ron DeSantis with permitless carry and strong preemption laws shielding gun owners from blue-city meddling, could see that bulwark fortified even further under Donalds. He’s not shy about it—Donalds has repeatedly slammed federal red-flag laws and vowed to keep Florida a no-go zone for gun controllers, aligning perfectly with Trump’s shall not be infringed ethos. Imagine a governor who backs constitutional carry expansions, fights campus carry bans, and stares down Everglades liberals plotting to turn the state blue. His lead spells trouble for squishy moderates in the primary and a nightmare for Democrats dreaming of flipping Florida’s 30 electoral votes. If Donalds clinches the nomination and the general, it’s a massive W for pro-2A warriors nationwide, proving that Trump-aligned leadership keeps the right to bear arms locked and loaded in battleground states.
The implications ripple far beyond Tallahassee: this poll is a blueprint for 2A advocates eyeing 2026 midterms and beyond. With DeSantis term-limited, Donalds’ rise ensures Florida stays a conservative powerhouse, blunting any national momentum for gun control from Harris or her successors. Gun owners should cheer—stock up on ammo, because a Donalds governorship means more range days, fewer restrictions, and a bolder front in the culture war over our rights. Keep an eye on this race; it’s Trump 2.0 in action, and the Second Amendment is riding high.
