Trump Denies Report That Byron Donalds Removed Him From Campaign Materials
Trump denied reports that Florida Republican Byron Donalds removed him from campaign website and materials. Trump said he remains popular in Florida and that Donalds has his complete endorsement. He also criticized media outlets and said two Florida rallies are planned for Donalds.
Trump responded on Truth Social to reports that Byron Donalds, a Republican running for Florida governor, had removed references to him from campaign materials. Trump said he remains highly popular in Florida, cited his past vote totals, and said Donalds has his full endorsement. He added that two Florida rallies for Donalds are scheduled.
According to the material, multiple outlets reported that Donalds' updated campaign website removed prominent Trump endorsement references. Trump dismissed the coverage as unsourced and criticized several news organizations. He also said Donalds is running against David Jolly and predicted Donalds would win.
This dispute may affect Florida voters' perceptions of both candidates, as it centers on loyalty within Trump's coalition and the credibility of media reports. Donalds' supporters could see the denial as reinforcement of his alignment with Trump, while critics may focus on the website changes. The episode may also intensify broader debates over press access and political coverage, potentially shaping how campaigns present endorsements and how audiences evaluate competing claims.