President Donald Trump encouraged Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) to run for governor of Florida in the state’s 2026 election. He also pledged to give Donalds his full endorsement, announcing it Thursday evening in a post on Truth Social.

“I am hearing that Highly Respected Congressman Byron Donalds is considering running for Governor of Florida, a State that I love, and WON BIG in 2016, 2020, and 2024,” Trump posted. “I know Byron well, have seen him tested at the highest and most difficult levels, and he is a TOTAL WINNER! Byron has a great wife, Erika, and three beautiful sons. They are very proud of him! As Governor, Byron would have a BIG Voice, and would work closely with me to advance our America First Agenda.”