Florida Lawmakers

Along with up-to-date political coverage, The Floridian takes the opportunity to write about the profiles of Florida lawmakers, senators, & other politicians. Read more here!
In perhaps some news that flew under the radar, former President Donald Trump (R) has endorsed Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) in her reelection effort. President Trump stated that the Florida congresswoman is “working hard” to enable the America First agenda. Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee is an incredible representative for the fantastic people of Florida's 15th […]
MIAMI, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis signed three healthcare bills into law Tuesday at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, designed to expand certain insurance coverages and increase funding for cancer and rare disease research. "[Healthcare budget items] as well as the legislation I will sign here today will have a positive impact on the health...of our children," DeSantis said, […]
Florida’s 25th U.S. Congressional District hopeful Bryan Leib (R) has received the endorsement of Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL). Leib, a public relations professional is attempting to oust longtime congresswoman, Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL). She has been in Congress since 2005. Rep. Donalds said this of Leib: ?ENDORSEMENT ALERT? Thank you for your support, @ByronDonalds! […]
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on “The Ingraham Angle” to discuss the leadership of President Joe Biden (D) after it seemed he was helped off stage by former President Barack Obama (D) at a major fundraiser in California. Fox News’ Laura Ingraham insinuated that President Biden isn’t necessarily making the “momentous decisions” in the White […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—During National Mosquito Control Awareness Week, Floridians bracing for a volatile and "super-charged" hurricane season are reminded of another growing threat: as tropical conditions increase, so does the presence of the mosquito, the world's deadliest animal. “The world’s top mosquito control scientists and experts are in Florida, working 24/7 to control and mitigate the […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis endorsed Rep. Jenna Persons-Mulicka for a third term in the state House of Representatives, Persons-Mulicka revealed Tuesday morning. "Jenna Persons-Mulicka has been a proven conservative for Lee County in the Florida Legislature and I’m happy to endorse her election," DeSantis said in a quote Persons-Mulicka posted to her X account. "Jenna […]
After reports from the New York Post demonstrated that 49 states in the Union are actively providing voter registration forms without the necessary proof of citizenship, Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) is calling for the passage of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. This bill includes provisions to ensure that only United States citizens – […]
U.S. Senate hopeful and former House Representative Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D-FL) poked fun at her political opponent Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) for his distrust of Chinese garlic. Since late 2023, Sen. Scott has been adamant in warning the American people about “sewage garlic” being sent to the United States from China that has been grown using […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is leading 23 other states in accusing special counsel Jack Smith of trying to impose an "unlawful" gag order on Donald Trump during his classified documents case in Florida—where he faces 40 felony counts. "Once again, we are witnessing a prosecutor seek to keep the presumptive Republican nominee for […]
MIAMI, FL—Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a young, black Texas Congresswoman, has been heralded as the "campaign surrogate Biden needs," citing her progressive policies and bold approach to her far-right colleagues, and Florida Democrats believe her energy in an ever-reddening Sunshine State would speak volumes ahead of the November elections. Monday morning, Florida Democrats hosted a conference […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected casino operators' bid to break up a gaming compact between Florida and the Seminole Tribe, effectively guaranteeing exclusive sports betting rights to the Seminole tribe. "The Seminole Tribe of Florida applauds today’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to decline consideration of the case involving the Tribe’s Gaming […]
Former President Donald Trump (R) spoke to Fox News following his closed-door meetings with House and Senate Republicans on Thursday. During that conversation, Aishah Hasnie questioned the former president on who would potentially appear as the VP on the Trump ticket. Since the Iowa Caucuses, Trump has stated that he already knew who would receive […]
HOLLYWOOD, FL—Amidst severe South Florida flooding, Sunshine State officials estimate between 100 and 500 Hollywood homes have been affected—an occurrence empowering DeSantis critics who slammed him for his so-called "Don't Say Climate Change" bill. Beginning Tuesday, a four-day torrent of unrelenting rainfall caused waist-deep waters and canceled flights. A day later, Governor DeSantis declared a […]
HOLLYWOOD, FL—While discussing Russian warships hovering off the Cuban coast, Governor Ron DeSantis blasted President Joe Biden's foreign policy "weakness" and alleged personal "confusion" Friday morning—insisting that strength is the only way to keep the Russians at bay. "Under this administration, they've put out a posture of weakness that's invited more aggressive actions from our […]
Representatives Byron Donalds (R-FL) and Wesley Hunt (R-TX) sat down with Forbes to discuss the notion of minority voters, specifically Black men, switching their vote from President Joe Biden (D) to former President Donald Trump. Rep. Donalds answered first, providing what he believed to be an all-encompassing answer followed by an extended response. “Why do […]
14 U.S. Representatives from the state of Florida alongside Senators Rick Scott (R) and Marco Rubio (R) appear on a list provided by a Ukrainian NGO – the Data Journalism Agency – named, “From Trumpists to Communists. The Forces in the U.S. impeding aid to Ukraine and how they do it.” Investigative journalist Laura Loomer […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis signed the 2024-2025 budget totaling $116.5 billion Wednesday afternoon, and with it sent out his 16-page list of projects amounting to almost $1 billion that didn't cut it. According to the official document, DeSantis is removing $949,611,399 in budget items, $766,287,757 of which is general revenue while the remainder is trust […]
Congressional lawmakers from Florida, including Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL), continue to question President Joe Biden's cognitive state after the 80th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy, France, where the President had an awkward onstage squatting position moment. When asked by The Floridian what he thought of Democrats accusing Republicans of going after President Biden for his […]
