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August 18, 2026
Jim Schwartzel Wins GOP Nomination Despite Trump Endorsement
- Schwartzel defeated Catalina Lauf, who was endorsed by Donald Trump just days before the primary.
- Trump's endorsement success rate has been over 93% since 2018, making Schwartzel's win notable.
- The primary featured a diverse field, including former representatives with controversial backgrounds.
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- Trump-endorsed Lauf loses GOP primary for open Donalds seat in FloridaAug 18, 2026 at 11:35 PM · The Hill
- Media executive overcomes Trump endorsement in race to succeed Byron Donalds in ‘circus-like primary’Aug 19, 2026 at 12:45 AM · Fox News
- Florida Media Mogul Wins G.O.P. Primary to Replace Byron Donalds in HouseAug 19, 2026 at 1:14 AM · NYT