Politics · October 9, 2026
Byron Donalds tries to downplay Trump distance after website changes: ‘A misconception’
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Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) addressed media reports concerning changes to his campaign website, where several references to Donald Trump were removed or relocated. Donalds stated the updates were part of a planned strategy to appeal to undecided voters by focusing on Florida-specific issues rather than a sign of distancing himself from the former president. While emphasizing his independence on specific policy areas like AI and data centers, Donalds maintained that he and Trump remain mutually supportive.
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) addressed media reports concerning changes to his campaign website, where several references to Donald Trump were removed or relocated. Donalds stated the updates were part of a planned strategy to appeal to undecided voters by focusing on Florida-specific issues rather than a sign of distancing himself from the former president. While emphasizing his independence on specific policy areas like AI and data centers, Donalds maintained that he and Trump remain mutually supportive.