Former GOP Congressman David Jolly launches Florida gubernatorial bid as a Democrat
Jolly, a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, joins a growing and diverse field in the 2026 race.
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Jolly, a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, joins a growing and diverse field in the 2026 race.
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