Jacksonville’s Sheriff may have been Ron DeSantis’ preference.

But in a sign of the Governor’s waning political capital, T.K. Waters isn’t backing the Lt. Governor or the First Lady to replace DeSantis, instead endorsing Naples Republican Byron Donalds .

Waters is just one of 15 sheriffs from around Florida backing the Congressman and Donald Trump pick.

The endorsement is a strong indication that Jacksonville’s political establishment isn’t waiting for Jay Collins or Casey DeSantis to decide, betting instead on new blood that’s aligned with the White House.

It could also offer a glimpse into how endorsements will shift when others, such as prospective CFO candidate Kevin Steele , enter the race.

Word on the street is Republicans aligned with former Mayor Lenny Curry we

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