“Byron Donalds ran a campaign grounded in real solutions — tackling the challenges that matter most to Florida families: attainable homeownership, education freedom, insurance reform, and fiscal responsibility. Florida Republicans saw a leader with a proven record and rewarded him with a decisive primary win tonight. AFP Action is thrilled to congratulate Congressman Donalds, along with our full slate of state legislature candidates who also won their primaries tonight. These are principled leaders who will fight for Florida families, and we’re proud to have stood behind them.”

“Congratulations to Congressman Byron Donalds on his victory in the Florida Republican primary. Florida’s Hispanic community is one of the largest and most influential in the country, and Hispanic voters will play a critical role in shaping Florida’s future. We are proud to support Congressman Donalds because he has consistently championed policies that expand economic opportunity, reduce burdens on hardworking families, and empower Floridians to build a better future. As we head toward November, we look forward to seeing Hispanic voters engaged in the political process and making their voices heard on the issues that matter most to their families and communities.”

“Congressman Donalds’ victory reflects the confidence Florida voters have placed in his vision for the state, and we congratulate him on this win. Veterans know that leadership is proven through service, accountability, and the willingness to take on tough challenges. Donalds has consistently demonstrated those values, and he recognizes the unique strengths veterans bring to their communities. We are confident he will champion policies that improve Florida’s affordable housing crisis for veterans and working families, advance educational freedom to expand training and credentialing opportunities that help veterans translate their service into meaningful careers, and strengthen fiscal oversight to ensure taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and effectively for all Floridians. Concerned Veterans for America Action was proud to stand with him in this race, and we look forward to his continued leadership as Florida moves toward the general election in November.”

Jake Johansson, who has spent more than a decade in local government, will likely bring his focus on public safety to the Florida Senate. A current Volusia County Councilman, Johansson has consistently fully funded local law enforcement. He is also focused on addressing Florida’s insurance issues and on taking general deregulatory actions.

Lauren Melo is a strong leader on key issues such as energy, labor, and healthcare. As a current member of the Florida House of Representatives, she has led on policies that prevent local government from banning any one type of energy. Additionally, she has led on legislation to protect independent contractors and small business owners during emergencies. As a member of the House Health and Human Services committee, she has also championed expanding telehealth access. She will bring these priorities to the Florida Senate.

A 24-year veteran of the U.S. Navy, Jon Fay will bring this experience to the Florida House of Representatives. He is sure to be a strong supporter of Florida’s veterans and active-duty military community. His legislative agenda also includes lowering the cost of living for Florida families, driven by insurance reforms and free-market solutions for housing.

Terrance Freeman’s professional background and time on the Jacksonville City Council suggest he will be a key partner on education, regulatory, and spending policies. As a council member at-large, Freeman expanded apprenticeships and workforce development programs, partnered with Governor DeSantis to implement the DOGE program within the Jacksonville city government, and successfully led efforts to reduce property tax rates and curb unauthorized spending.

Chad Johnson has become a strong ally during his time in the Florida House of Representatives. He led a successful effort to reform public lodging laws and is committed to championing additional housing affordability reforms this coming session. Johnson has also supported efforts to expand school choice and vocational training opportunities. He is a dependable voice for fiscal responsibility, lower taxes, and pro-growth opportunities that empower Florida families and businesses.

Erika Booth, a former teacher and school board member, has proven herself as a strong ally on educational issues. She is also a ranch operator and understands firsthand how cutting government red tape benefits Floridians. She will likely continue to be a strong voice on educational, deregulatory, and housing issues.

Emily Duda Buckley is likely to be an ally on regulatory and educational policies. As a business owner, she is committed to maintaining Florida’s pro-business environment and to reform Florida’s child and elder care systems through deregulation. She also has experience in the education space and will pull on said experience to champion school choice, especially for students with special needs.

Erin Huntley has the potential to be another strong partner on regulatory and education issues. She supports free-market reforms to lower housing costs in Florida. A mom, Huntley went from fighting from better choice opportunities for her son to becoming a public advocate for school choice and online learners in the state.

Having served on the District Board of Trustees at Lake Sumter State College and on an advisory board for a construction company, Samantha Scott is a champion of expanding technical education. Her work in real estate has also influenced her support on policies like streamlined permitting, private sector innovation, and repeals to existing rent control policies.

Liesa Priddy has the potential to be a strong champion on regulatory and environmental policies. She supports housing reforms like streamlined permitting and reduced barriers to develop. A former board member with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Priddy led efforts to preserve land and water resources and protect property rights while balancing preservation of Florida’s endangered panther habitat.

Anthony Bonna pushed fiscally conservative policies, like reducing local property taxes and calling out excessive government spending tied to COVID stimulus, as Port St. Lucie City Councilman. This background suggests that he will be a champion for economic and deregulatory priorities in the Florida House.