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A surprising coalition of Florida Republicans is rallying behind Democrat David Jolly for governor, forming “Republicans for Jolly” to challenge the GOP establishment. Led by Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse and former Treasury official Greg Wilson, they argue that Donalds’ policies—like Trump-era tariffs and Iran actions—hurt everyday Floridians by raising costs and disrupting supply chains. They also claim the state legislature is too one-sided and that electing a Democrat would bring needed accountability. Conservative populist Bobby Williams joins them, noting many Republicans won’t vote for Donalds but fear voting Democrat. The group highlights Jolly’s focus on overdevelopment, environmental issues, and counters claims that he’s misrepresented. While the Republican Party of Florida dismisses the endorsement as politically suspect, Jolly defends his record, especially his plan to slash property insurance rates without new taxes.

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