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Gaetz ‘starting to think’ about Florida governor run with ‘compelling’ vision
"If I run, I would be the most pro-consumer candidate on the Republican side,” Gaetz said, vowing to pray and speak to his wife before making a decision.
Governor Matt Gaetz? The Possibility Lingers as Florida’s Political Scene Heats Up
Former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz has sparked speculation about a potential gubernatorial run in 2026. In addition to Gaetz, other potential Republican contenders for the 2026 gubernatorial race
Matt Gaetz says he is ‘starting to think about running for governor’ of Florida in ’26
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody have each been rumored to be considering a run for the Republican nomination. (Moody is also widely seen as the top candidate to be DeSantis’ choice to succeed Marco Rubio in the Senate.)
Matt Gaetz Confirms Rumors He's Considering Running for Florida Governor: 'Lots of Florida Republicans Would Be Pretty Excited'
On One America News Network's "The Matt Gaetz Show," the former U.S. Congressman confirmed rumors that he is considering running for Florida governor.
Ex-Rep. Matt Gaetz ‘starting to think’ about Florida governor run in 2026 despite ethics controversy
Gaetz has long been considered a top contender for the GOP gubernatorial nomination in 2026, when incumbent Gov. Ron DeSantis is term-limited.
Matt Gaetz Floats a Run for Florida Governor in 2026
The former congressman was the focus of a House Ethics panel report accusing him of “regularly” paying for sex and using drugs, which helped doom his short-lived nomination for attorney general.
Matt Gaetz mulls Florida gubernatorial bid
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Florida Republican, told Fox News Digital on Wednesday that he is "reviewing the opportunity" of possibly mounting a gubernatorial bid. The former House lawmaker noted that if he ultimately decides to throw his hat into the ring, he would need to engage in "active steps toward a run" toward the end of 2025.
Matt Gaetz Dubs Himself "True Florida Man," Weighs Run for Governor
FLORIDA MAN has my vote! Godspeed From Titusville. You have my and my family’s votes here in the Space Coast, Matt!👍 As if Florida wasnt already weird enough...
Matt Gaetz says he will potentially run for Florida governor
Matt Gaetz said on his talk show that he will consider running after resigning from his Congressional seat and withdrawing as Trump's attorney general nominee.
Matt Gaetz believes he can win Florida governorship despite allegations against him
Former MAGA congressman, Donald Trump’s first choice for US attorney general, now considering run to succeed term-limited Ron DeSantis in 2026
Did DeSantis take a shot at Matt Gaetz for considering a governor bid?
Gov. Ron DeSantis seems unamused by the speculation about former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz’s political future. Gaetz on Tuesday told the Tampa Bay Times that he was eyeing a gubernatorial bid in 2026. At a meeting of governors at Mar-a-Lago on Thursday,
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Matt Gaetz enlists beauty help from ex-drag queen George Santos after public skewering: ‘Help me!’
“What’s going on with my makeup? Help me! Give me advice!” Gaetz pleaded during the second episode of his talk show, “The ...
Matt Gaetz 'Starting To Think About' Running For Florida Governor
The former congressman, who was the subject of a federal investigation and a congressional ethics probe, said he has "a ...