Jeanette Nuñez Poised to Become Florida's Governor

With speculation surrounding Florida Governor Ron DeSantis potentially being nominated as Secretary of Defense by Donald Trump, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez is poised to become Florida's first female and Cuban-American governor. Nuñez, who has served since 2019, has a strong political background, including a tenure in the Florida House and significant roles in healthcare administration. Polling indicates that while she has a positive approval rating compared to other statewide Republicans, she remains relatively unknown, with nearly half of voters unaware of her. If she ascends to the governorship, Nuñez would serve the remaining two years of DeSantis' term and could reshape the state's political landscape, particularly with the growing Latino population. Known for her conservative values and various leadership roles, including chairing Florida's Cybersecurity Task Force, her leadership could influence the 2026 gubernatorial race. The situation reflects the increasing prominence of Florida politicians at the national level, with other figures like Marco Rubio also in line for significant roles under Trump's administration.