Florida trial lawyer and Democratic mega-fundraiser John Morgan announced he’s launching his own political party, after repeatedly teasing that he might run for governor in the state. The prominent attorney — whose face is festooned on billboards and advertisements for his law firm Morgan & Morgan across the country — is well-known for bankrolling campaigns to legalize medical marijuana and raise the minimum wage in Florida.

Morgan's announcement comes amid rumors he's eyeing a potential run for Florida governor. ORLANDO, Fla. — Prominent Florida attorney and political megadonor John Morgan says he plans on boosting a new party,

U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds announced that he's running to be the next governor of Florida in 2026, positioning himself as a possible successor to Gov. Ron DeSantis, who will reach his term limit for the office after serving eight years.

Donalds, who has been a close ally to President Donald Trump, would be the first Black governor of Florida and replace term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis.