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!
Congresswoman Kathy Castor (D-FL) and the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee held a field hearing in Broward County following the Florida Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a six-week abortion ban in the Sunshine State. However, the State Supreme Court also gave the go-ahead for Amendment 4 to appear on the ballot, giving Florida residents […]
Last month, the Republican Party of Palm Beach County (RPPBC) raised over $1 million at the Lincoln Day Dinner that was held at the Mar-a-Lago Club. Kevin Neal, the RPPBC Chairman, and Lincoln Day Dinner Chairman touted the event’s success as the dinner sold out with 800 attendees including former President Donald Trump (R) and […]
State Representative Tom Leek (R-FL) has received two key endorsements for his State Senate bid. Support from U.S. Representatives Mike Waltz (R-FL) and Cory Mills (R-FL) could serve well for the state legislator in this election cycle. Rep. Waltz described State Rep. Leek as someone who “consistently delivers results” for Floridians. “Tom Leek upholds conservative […]
During a press conference highlighted by the announcement of a second consecutive $450 million year of toll relief for Florida residents, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) was pressed on the number of leaving and entering the state. Despite reports of almost half a million people leaving in 2022, over one million moved to the Sunshine State, […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—No, this is not an April Fools prank; the Florida Supreme Court delivered Monday the monumental decision of allowing both abortion and cannabis to be placed on the November 5th General Election ballot. However, the Court also upheld a 15-week abortion ban—which will soon trigger a six-week ban into place. After holding out until […]
MIAMI, FL—Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced additional toll relief for Florida citizens Monday afternoon, lauding the nearly $1 billion in relief allowed in two years. "Starting today, on April 1, you are getting toll relief in the state of Florida for all of our commuters," DeSantis said at Monday's Miami press conference. "We were able […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—In the minutes leading up to Governor Ron DeSantis' Miami press conference, the Governor issued an executive order suspending Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill, who was indicted for elder abuse. Last week, Hill was indicted for defrauding a 96-year-old constituent with cognitive disabilities. Hill allegedly met the woman in 2021, gained power of attorney […]
MIAMI BEACH, FL—A former socialite and current Florida Republican wrought with unusual scandals is threatening to sue the city of Miami Beach after he was barred from riding in the city's annual Pride Parade. Last year, Miami Rep. Fabian Basabe rode down Ocean Avenue in the Miami Beach Pride Parade. The Republican, who ran on […]
In Enterprise, Alabama, a 23-year-old illegal immigrant has been charged with first-degree rape of a 14-year-old mentally incapacitated girl. Representatives Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Troy Nehls (R-TX) shared their disgust and possible solutions to the problem. Rep. Buchanan mentioned that this crime was “completely avoidable.” Another example of a completely avoidable, horrific crime committed by […]
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on Fox News’ “Mornings with Maria” to discuss the prospect of illegal immigrants voting in elections and being counted in the census, which affects congressional representation nationwide. Illegal aliens SHOULD NOT be voting in US elections. Illegal aliens SHOULD NOT be counted for the purposes of setting congressional districts. No […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—A controversial, Republican-led vacation rentals bill targeting party houses and preempting local governments is facing conservative backlash, with one Republican demanding this legislation never be "brought up for consideration again." Under SB 280, cities are allowed to have registration programs conforming to state rules, but all city ordinances enacted after 2011 are eradicated. Unless […]
Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL) attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony and made a major announcement at Hillsborough County’s Church Park Head Start Center, an early childhood education organization. The announcement includes over $20 billion for early childhood education and childcare programs stemming from the $1.2 government funding bill. Rep. Castor spoke on the importance of early education […]
ORLANDO, FL—The Jacksonville resident who brought Florida's attention to the squatter epidemic slams Governor DeSantis after he didn't invite her to the bill signing, wondering if she was excluded because she's a Democrat. Patti Peeples had to wait 20 days for two squatters to be evicted from her home, and when they were, they left […]
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on NewsMax to discuss the audio recording of Special Counsel Robert Hur’s conversation with President Joe Biden (D) regarding the classified documents that were found in various places while Biden was Vice President. In Special Counsel Hur’s report, he found President Biden was unfit to stand trial as he is […]
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) provided a rationale for his “nay” vote against the $1.2 trillion government funding package. Only six Florida Republicans voted for the spending bill while the rest voted no. Rep. Mast voted no because he believes he has to protect taxpayer dollars. “As your Representative, I’m fighting to defend YOUR tax dollars […]
ORLANDO, FL—Following jarring stories of squatters residing in and destroying homeowners' properties, Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation Wednesday afternoon removing squatters' rights from Florida statute. "You are not going to be able to commandeer somebody's private property and expect to get away with it," DeSantis said at the Orlando press conference. "We are in the […]
ORLANDO, FL—In the newest development of one of the strangest—and surprisingly long-running— Florida feuds, Disney has officially dropped its lawsuits against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Walt Disney Co. filed suits in hopes of regaining and solidifying their property rights in special district Reedy Creek. They searched for increased power to the theme park after DeSantis […]
Representatives Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Darren Soto (D-FL) announced they led a letter with 18 House Members urging President Joe Biden (D) to reverse course on its proposed rate notice to the Medicare Advantage (MA) program. The House Members worry that President Biden’s decision would spike medical costs for senior citizens enrolled in the program […]
