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New Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins Sparks DeSantis Rivalry

8/12/2025

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Florida is set to welcome state Sen. Jay Collins as its new Lieutenant Governor, stepping into the role vacated by Jeanette M. Núñez. A Republican and former Green Beret, Collins has been a steadfast ally of Gov. Ron DeSantis, but his rising political star could spark a rivalry with First Lady Casey DeSantis for the governorship.

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Florida is set to welcome state Sen. Jay Collins as its new Lieutenant Governor, stepping into the role vacated by Jeanette M. Núñez. A Republican and former Green Beret, Collins has been a steadfast ally of Gov. Ron DeSantis, but his rising political star could spark a rivalry with First Lady Casey DeSantis for the governorship.