Fishback Stays on Ballot in Florida Race | Orlando News

Florida’s gubernatorial race just got a major legal twist as Republican candidate James Fishback stays on the ballot after a judge rejected Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins’ bid to disqualify him. Collins argued Fishback hadn’t lived in Florida for seven years, citing his D.C. voting and apartment purchases. But the judge sided with Fishback, saying the burden of proof was on Collins—and that Fishback’s lifelong ties, family, and business in Florida outweighed the flimsy evidence. Even a letter claiming a Florida home as primary residence wasn’t enough. The judge emphasized voters—not courts—should decide the election, and with mail ballots already out, Fishback’s campaign celebrates a win for the democratic process. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4eb3870b3224fef0