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2026 Florida gubernatorial primary election

Election Date:August 25, 2026Register by:July 27, 2026
Current holder:Ron DeSantis(Republican)

The 2026 Florida gubernatorial primary election will be held on August 25, 2026, to select the Democratic and Republican nominees for Governor of Florida. The winner of the general election will succeed incumbent Governor Ron DeSantis, who is term-limited and cannot seek re-election.

About This Race

The 2026 Florida gubernatorial primary election will be held on August 25, 2026, to select the Democratic and Republican nominees for Governor of Florida. The winner of the general election will succeed incumbent Governor Ron DeSantis, who is term-limited and cannot seek re-election.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
August 25, 2026
Registration Deadline
July 27, 2026
Early Voting Starts
August 8, 2026
Early Voting Ends
August 24, 2026

How to Vote

Florida voters can register to vote online through the Florida Division of Elections website, by mail, or in person at a county supervisor of elections office. Voters may cast ballots in person during early voting, on Election Day at their assigned polling place, or by mail-in ballot after requesting one from their county supervisor. A valid photo and signature ID is required for in-person voting.

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Incumbent
Republican

Ron DeSantis

Governor of Florida

Biography

Incumbent Governor Ron DeSantis has served since 2019 and is seeking re-election despite being term-limited under current Florida law; however, he has not officially filed as a candidate as of April 2026 due to ongoing legal challenges regarding term limits. His campaign focuses on education reform, immigration enforcement, and economic growth.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Charlie Crist

Governor of Florida

Biography

Former Republican turned Democrat, Charlie Crist previously served as Governor of Florida from 2007 to 2011 and as a U.S. Representative from 2017 to 2023. He is running again for governor to restore what he calls 'common-sense leadership' and to oppose policies enacted by the current administration.

Campaign Website
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Republican

James Uthmeier

Governor of Florida

Biography

James Uthmeier is a former Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Ron DeSantis and a longtime advisor on education and children's policy. He entered the Republican primary to continue DeSantis's policy agenda with a focus on parental rights in education and institutional accountability.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Nikki Fried

Governor of Florida

Biography

Nikki Fried is the current Florida Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services, elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022. She is seeking the gubernatorial nomination to expand access to healthcare, protect voting rights, and address climate resilience in Florida communities.

Campaign Website

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