Trump gives Byron Donalds ‘complete endorsement’ in Florida governor bid: ‘He won’t let you down’

Donald Trump said Byron Donalds would help advance his America First agenda by securing borders, cutting taxes, and defending gun rights
Donald Trump endorsed Byron Donalds for Florida governor, calling him a 'total winner' and praising his leadership (Michael M Santiago/Getty Images)
Donald Trump endorsed Byron Donalds for Florida governor, calling him a 'total winner' and praising his leadership (Michael M Santiago/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump has officially given his "Complete and Total Endorsement" to Byron Donalds in his high-stakes bid to become the next governor of Florida.

Trump praised Donalds as a proven leader who will protect the state and confidently declared to voters that "HE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN!"

President Donald Trump speaks during the 158th National Memorial Day Observance coinciding with the nation's 250th anniversary, at the Memorial Amphitheater in Arlington National Cemetery, Monday, May 25, 2026, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
President Donald Trump speaks during the 158th National Memorial Day Observance coinciding with the nation's 250th anniversary, at the Memorial Amphitheater in Arlington National Cemetery, Monday, May 25, 2026, in Arlington, Va (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Trump backs Byron Donalds for Florida governor

President Trump on Tuesday, May 26, shared a message praising Byron Donalds’ leadership. Trump mentioned his own political success in Florida and stated that Donalds has what it takes to lead.

Trump noted that the "Highly respected Congressman Byron Donalds is running for governor of Florida." He added that Florida is "A state that I love, and won big, in 2016, 2020, and 2024."

Trump expressed complete trust in Donalds, writing, "I know Byron well, have seen him tested at the highest and most difficult levels, and he is a total winner!" He also praised Donalds' family, stating, "Byron has a great wife, Erika, and three beautiful sons. They are very proud of him!"



Byron Donalds vows border security, tax cuts

Trump explained that Donalds will work closely with him to push forward key policies. "As governor, Byron will have a big voice, and work closely with me to advance our America First agenda," Trump wrote.

He highlighted that Donalds will fight to "Keep our border secure, stop migrant crime, strengthen our military," and "Protect our veterans." Trump also noted that Donalds will "Advance American energy dominance, cut taxes and regulations, promote Made in the USA, and defend our always under siege Second Amendment."

Trump concluded by stating that "Byron Donalds will be a truly great and powerful governor for Florida," and gave him his complete endorsement.

Meanwhile, Donalds took to his X account to thank Trump for his support. He wrote, "I am incredibly honored to earn the trust and endorsement of President Donald J Trump. I will never stop fighting for the state of Florida!"

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 10: Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) speaks during a news conference with the House Freedom Caucus on the debt limit negotiations at the U.S. Capitol Building on March 10, 2023 in Washington, DC. Members of the caucus held the news conference to say they would consider voting to raise the debt ceiling in exchange for enacting legislation that would
Byron Donalds speaks during a news conference with the House Freedom Caucus on the debt limit negotiations at the US Capitol Building on March 10, 2023 in Washington, DC (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Byron Donalds defends Trump DOJ compensation fund

Byron Donalds has recently shown his strong loyalty to Donald Trump on the national stage by defending a controversial new Department of Justice initiative.

The administration recently established a $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization" fund to compensate individuals who claim they were unfairly targeted by federal investigations under the previous administration.

While the fund has faced intense backlash and skepticism from lawmakers on Capitol Hill, Donalds firmly backed the policy during a recent appearance on 'Fox News Sunday.'

He explained that the money came from a settled IRS case involving Trump, noting that instead of keeping the money, Trump chose to "put it into a fund for other people," solidifying his position as a dedicated Trump ally as he campaigns for Florida governor.

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