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A look at Florida's GOP gubernatorial primary candidates' different backgrounds and their views on data centers

Twelve candidates are running in the Republican primary for governor of Florida on August 18, 2026. Jay Collins (R), Byron Donalds (R), James Fishback (R), and Paul Renner (R) lead in local media attention. Incumbent Ron DeSantis (R) is term-limited.

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Trump Risks MAGA Split by Backing 500,000 Chinese Students and Farmland Sales to Prevent Collapse

President Trump's proposal to admit 500,000 Chinese scholars to US universities and allow foreign land ownership has sparked backlash from his conservative base, highlighting ideological divisions.

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'I could tell them I don't want any students but...': Trump on accepting 500,000 Chinese students in US

US President Donald Trump spoke about accepting 500,000 Chinese students in the US at a time when his administration has cracked the whip on even legal immigration, and said it's a very insulting thing to say to a country that "I don't want any students". These are good students and…

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MAGA Fury As Donald Trump Declares 'I Don't Think About Anybody' During Iran War

US President Donald Trump faces criticism from conservative voices over his Iran policy, raising concerns about his commitment to 'America First' principles and exposing divisions within the Republican Party.

International Business Times UK

‘It was Indian food’: Florida Republican targets Kash Patel, calls FBI director incompetent

Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback has stirred a row after using a stand-up style joke to mock FBI Director Kash Patel and calling him incompetent.

The Times of India

Florida Republican Running For Governor Tells Black Man He Should Be "Lynched" In Heated Exchange

Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback told a black man that he should be "lynched" amid a heated discussion

International Business Times

Gubernatorial Candidate James Fishback Yells at Streamer Over Alleged Relationship with a Minor: 'You Should Be Lynched'

Florida GOP candidate James Fishback faces backlash after a viral video shows him confronting allegations of a past relationship with a minor, impacting his 2026 gubernatorial campaign.

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College Republicans sue University of Florida for deactivating club over Nazi salute

Conservative student group alleges institution violated its First Amendment rights to free speech and seeks emergency order to overturn the decision, as well as damages and legal fees

The Independent UK

Florida Republican student group sues university after suspension over Nazi salute post

The University of Florida campus group says the suspension over an off-campus post violated free speech

The Guardian - US

IHOP denies it invited far-right GOP candidate to campaign on premises after he was banned from Waffle House

James Fishback, who is seeking to replace current Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, shared an image that appeared to be a direct message from the chain’s official corporate account, inviting him along

The Independent UK

Palantir moves headquarters to Miami amid tech’s growing retreat to Florida

Data analytics firm moves from Denver after about six years and joins host of businesses relocating to south Florida

The Guardian - US

Jobs Up, Federal Workers Down

Plus: Shifting goalposts on immigration and jobs, Netanyahu visits D.C., everything is fine in El Paso after all, and more...

Reason

'We will shoot you dead': Anti-H1B Florida Governor candidate posts video with rifle after claiming arson attack

Republican gubernatorial hopeful James Fishback on Monday posted a video showing himself emerging from his Madison County residence holding a Ruger AR‑556 semi‑automatic rifle, after claiming an arsonist tried to burn down his home on Sunday.

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Anti-H1B Florida governor candidate claims arsonists targeted his house, set fire in yard

Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback has claimed he was the victim of an arson attack after a fire was started in his front yard on Sunday, reports NBC.

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Trump posted something blatantly racist? What a surprise

The Obama video should take a toll on the president’s political career – but of course it won’t

Reason

Vance Goes to Minnesota

Plus: Nurses on strike, Florida is full, the consumer revolution, and more...

International Business Times UK

10 Photos of Sophie Rain: OnlyFans star Sparks Scandal as Florida Activist Faces 'Sin Tax' Allegations

OnlyFans star Sophie Rain slams Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback over a proposed 50% 'sin tax' targeting adult creators.

International Business Times UK

Republican Hopeful in Florida Vows 50% Sin Tax Targeting OnlyFans Creators and 'Sick Men Online'

Florida candidate James Fishback proposes a 50% 'Sin Tax' on OnlyFans stars, igniting outrage and debate across the state.

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Florida Governor Candidate Proposes 50 Percent Tax on OnlyFans Creator Revenue

"I will not allow a generation of smart and capable young women to sell their bodies online," said Republican gubernatorial hopeful James Fishback.

International Business Times UK

OnlyFans Star Sophie Rain Targets Florida Candidate's Proposed 50% 'Sin Tax' OF Earnings

OnlyFans star Sophie Rain has hit back at Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback's proposal to impose a 50 per cent tax on adult content earnings.

International Business Times UK

Tucker Carlson Faces Ozempic Rumours After Gaunt Appearance In New Photos Sparks Concern

Tucker Carlson's gaunt appearance sparks Ozempic rumours as weight-loss drugs become mainstream. Explore the latest speculation and why celebrities are turning to GLP-1 medications.

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Florida Republican candidate unveils OnlyFans crackdown, says 50% tax will protect men from ‘lust’

This controversy could be what he was aiming for.

International Business Times

Florida's Gubernatorial Candidate Wants to Snatch 50% of OnlyFans Checks As the Ultimate 'Sin Tax'

Florida gubernatorial contender James Fishback sparks debate with a proposed 50 % tax on OnlyFans creators' income to help pay for schools and public programmes ahead of the 2026 election.

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Florida Republican candidate in hot water after underage teen girl relationship allegations resurface

Ron DeSantis' potential replacement facing some awkward allegations.

The Independent UK

Musk’s America Party can’t get off the ground and was just to ‘blow off steam’ about Trump’s bill

Despite claiming he would form a new rival party after Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill passed, no official filings have been made

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