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Florida Candidate Fishback Faces Allegations and Financial Woes

3/25/2026

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Key Information: James Fishback, a far-right Florida gubernatorial candidate, falsely claimed he was Boyd H. Anderson High School’s 2023 commencement speaker; the 2022 graduation’s main speaker was a healthcare executive.
Fishback denies sexual misconduct allegations involving a minor, calling them attempts to undermine his campaign.
A recent poll shows him trailing significantly behind frontrunner Byron Donalds.
He faces financial issues, including a repossessed vehicle and unpaid legal fees.

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Story summary

Key Information: James Fishback, a far-right Florida gubernatorial candidate, falsely claimed he was Boyd H. Anderson High School’s 2023 commencement speaker; the 2022 graduation’s main speaker was a healthcare executive.
Fishback denies sexual misconduct allegations involving a minor, calling them attempts to undermine his campaign.
A recent poll shows him trailing significantly behind frontrunner Byron Donalds.
He faces financial issues, including a repossessed vehicle and unpaid legal fees.