Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a proclamation designating a homestead property tax legislative special session for state lawmakers beginning Monday, June 1, in Tallahassee while speaking at a press conference in Tampa. A property tax amendment, if passed with 60% approval by both the House and Senate, would also require 60% approval by Florida voters on […]
Florida Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson shared he has received an endorsement from Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly in his re-election campaign for commissioner. "Wilton Simpson solves problems with steady hands and clear vision. I am proud to endorse Wilton Simpson for Agriculture Commissioner because his record of supporting sheriffs through disasters and daily challenges shows […]
Hardee County Sheriff Vent Crawford announced his endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for Florida governor by praising his conservative values in a statement this week. “It is an honor to give Lt. Governor Jay Collins my full endorsement in his race for governor,” Vent Crawford said.  “Jay Collins is a man of integrity, a warrior […]
The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) announced its endorsement of Democrat Mike Suarez for House District 64 in a press statement this week. “Associated Industries of Florida is proud to endorse Mike Suarez in the Democratic primary for Florida House District 64,” said AIF President and CEO Brewster Bevis. “Mike brings decades of leadership experience, deep […]
Florida officials celebrated Memorial Day with messages across social media, including Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL), Lt. Gov. Jay Collins and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, all veterans, on Monday. "Memorial Day hits differently when you’ve served beside men willing to give everything for this country," Collins wrote. "As a Green Beret, I learned that […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis indicated he would be in favor of a gas tax holiday if the Florida Legislature agrees to it during the course of budget and tax discussions in special session. “If they put it in the tax package, I’ll happily sign it,” DeSantis said while taking questions at a press conference in Jacksonville […]
Dundee Mayor Joe Garrison announced his endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for Florida governor by praising his conservative leadership and more than two decades of military service through a release this week. “I am proud to endorse Lt. Governor Jay Collins to be our next governor," Garrison said. "As a strong conservative, Jay Collins is […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill to permit K-12 head coaches to use up to $15,000 personal funds to support their players with food and travel services, as well as physical therapy and rehabilitation needs while speaking at a press conference in Jacksonville this week. The bill is known as the Teddy Bridgewater Act. Teddy […]
Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) announced the launch of "Parents for Renner" to advance polices for school choice, homeschooling freedom, and other educational opportunities to students through a release this week. "Florida has led the nation in putting parents first and securing educational freedom," Renner said in a statement. "I'm proud to stand with […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Rep. Jenna Persons-Mulicka (R-Fort Myers) as Lee County Supervisor of Elections this week. Persons-Mulicka takes over for Supervisor Tommy Doyle, who announced his retirement after serving nine years in the position. Rep. Persons-Mulicka is a founding partner and attorney at Strayhorn Persons-Mulicka in Fort Myers. The law firm has […]
Democratic Senate candidate Angie Nixon (D-Jacksonville) blasted Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL) for being a failure to the state of Florida as Senator in an exclusive interview with The Floridian. "It's important to note that Ashley Moody has failed our state. She failed our state, because first of all, she's frankly, she's nowhere to be found," […]
The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) announced its endorsement of Republican Anthony Bonna for House District 85 in a press statement this week. “From helping deliver tax relief and economic growth in Port St. Lucie to advocating for policies that support small businesses and job creators, Anthony understands what it takes to keep Florida competitive and […]
While speaking in Jacksonville this week, Lt. Gov. Jay Collins shared his plan to strengthen Florida’s workforce over the growing issue of H-1B Visas, if elected governor. The H-1B Visa program allows employers to hire foreign nationals temporarily with a bachelor's degree or equivalent to work in specialty occupations, such as technology, engineering, or medicine. […]
'People Want a Better Florida': Angie Nixon Looks to Improve Affordability, Defeat Alexander Vindman
Democratic Senate candidate Angie Nixon (D-Jacksonville) emphasized fixing the state's affordability crisis by addressing wealth inequality in an exclusive interview with The Floridian. "People want a better Florida. Folks are working super hard right now, longer hours, multiple jobs at times, and they still just can't get ahead, and that is due to no fault […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) announced this week that he has received more than 25 endorsements from Pinellas County leaders in his bid for governor. The support includes backing from mayors, county commissioners, city council members, school board officials, municipal leaders, and others throughout Pinellas, home to St. Petersburg. “As a Pinellas […]
Florida Attorney General James announced the arrest of a Cudjoe Key man on one count of possession of child sex abuse materials (CSAM), one count of promoting CSAM, one count of Transmission of CSAM by Electronic Device, and several exploitation-related charges through a press statement this week. According to the attorney general, Jacob Rookey, 21, […]
While speaking in Tampa this week, Lt. Gov. Jay Collins shared his Operation (F3) "Florida Families First" education plan to strengthen parental rights and implement common-sense solutions to counter excessive federal overreach in classrooms, if elected governor. “Florida’s families need a Governor who truly understands the classrooms, the challenges, and the dreams of Florida’s children,” […]
Florida Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson shared he has received an endorsement from U.S. Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL) in his re-election campaign for commissioner. "I'm proud to endorse Commissioner Wilton Simpson for his continued leadership on behalf of Florida agriculture," Franklin said. "Wilton understands the challenges facing our farmers, ranchers, and rural communities because he’s lived […]
