Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) reaffirmed his support for repealing property taxes in line with Gov. Ron DeSantis during a recent interview with CBS News Miami's Jim Defede. "I agree with the governor that we need to repeal homestead property taxes. Property taxes in our state, especially for Floridians, have doubled in […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of several individuals allegedly involved in a multi-county organized retail theft ring targeting beauty and fragrance products while speaking in Miami this week. The alleged defendants are Naychel Alvarez Jerez, John Kevin Romero, Josue Rego Romero, Albert Mario Socorro Alvarez, Jose Carlos Perez Salgado, and Antonio Perez […]
Boca Raton Mayoral candidate Mike Liebelson is holding a slight edge over opponent Andy Thomson in the race to become the City's next mayor, according to an internal poll released by the Mike Liebelson for Boca Raton Mayor campaign this week. Candidate Fran Nachlas is in a distant third place. Here are the results from […]
During a press conference in Naples, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia announced $1.6 million in awards to strengthen several Florida fire departments, including funding for vital equipment to protect firefighters from harmful chemicals and enhancements to their response capabilities. Ingoglia, as CFO, is also the State's Fire Marshal. "Over the years, the profession of […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the distribution of over $9 million through Florida's Job Growth Grant Fund to two areas of Northeast Florida while speaking in Yulee today. The grants include $6.25 million to Nassau County to construct a roadway network to establish an industrial and commercial site. The site will be located near the US […]
Americans for Prosperity Action announced its endorsement of Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) for governor by praising his commitment to economic freedom and small government. "I'm excited to say that today we are going to be announcing our endorsement of Congressman Byron Donalds for Florida's next governor," said Skyler Zander, senior advisor […]
The Florida Senate passed a bill to provide consumer protections and safeguards for vulnerable adults and minors against the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the upper chamber this week. The bill, known as the "Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights," passed 35-2 in the upper chamber, with only Sens. Erin Grall (R-Fort Pierce) and Don Gaetz […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis and several Florida officials mourned the loss of Winter Haven-born U.S. Army Reserve Captain Cody A. Khork after he was killed in a drone strike at a U.S. Army command center in Kuwait on March 1. "First Lady @Casey DeSantis and I are saddened to learn that Army Captain Cody Khork, from […]
Former State Rep. Charlie Stone has endorsed gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) for Florida governor, according to a post shared by The Renner War Room account on social media. Support continues to grow across Florida. Former State Representative and Marion County leader Charlie Stone is backing Paul Renner for Governor and the Florida First agenda. pic.twitter.com/IqMA7euDff […]
A new poll by the Public Opinion Research Lab at the University of North Florida (UNF) shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with six and 7-point leads over Democratic opponents David Jolly and Jerry Demings, respectively, in the governor's race. The poll found Rep. Donalds at 42% support, while Jolly received 36%, […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the distribution of over $13 million through Florida's Job Growth Grant Fund to several Panhandle communities for infrastructure improvements while speaking in Pensacola today. The grants include $5 million for the Panama City-Bay County Airport and Industrial District for a new aircraft engine repair station and engine testing facility at Northwest […]
The City of Hialeah announced this week that it has removed a portion of its property taxes affecting thousands of city seniors without impacting essential services, a move it says is a first in Florida. "For years, seniors were told it couldn't be done. They were told the only solution was to go to Tallahassee, […]
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has announced the arrests of 89 individuals in a multi-week human trafficking operation resulting in more than 1,200 felony charges. According to HCSO, HCSO’s Human Trafficking Section and Internet Predator Unit underwent operations targeting individuals for allegedly sexually exploiting children and purchasing sex between Jan. 1, 2026, and Feb. […]
Republicans continue to dominate in the state of Florida, adding another 11,150 registrations in February to Democrats' 229, according to a post shared on social media by Michael Pruser of Decision Desk HQ. "Other" jumped 8,373. Florida Voter Registration Update - March 2026 pic.twitter.com/69ytquL2eH — Michael Pruser (@MichaelPruser) March 2, 2026 According to the post, […]
Former Florida Senate President Pro Tempore Dennis Baxley has endorsed gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) for Florida governor, according to a post by The Renner War Room account on social media. "From leading in both chambers of the Florida Legislature to championing Stand Your Ground, Dennis Baxley has never wavered in defending our freedoms," Renner […]
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly launched a video series this week spotlighting his journey on the campaign trail across Florida as he seeks the nomination in August. "We try to do local community work, hear voices, hear the stories. We try to do a coalition-building event, whether it's a town hall. We try to sit […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) picked up nine Florida Senate endorsements in his bid for governor this week. The endorsements include: Sen. Byran Avila (R-Hialeah Gardens) Sen. Alexis Calatayud (R-Miami) Sen. Nick DiCeglie (R-St. Petersburg) Sen. Joe Gruters (R-Sarasota) - before becoming RNC Chairman Sen. Debbie Mayfield (R-Melbourne) Sen. Erin Grall (R-Fort […]
During a Titusville press conference, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced 525 illegal machines and $190,000 in illicit proceeds have been seized as a result of a sting operation targeting illegal gaming across several Florida counties. “Unlawful gambling operations often play a role as the financial backing behind criminal networks,” Uthmeier said in a release. […]
