Florida Politics
The Floridian is a statewide and national political media platform that covers government affairs, elections, public policy, and campaigns on Florida politics. These stories are focused on Florida Politics, and all its media, political pundits, lobbyists, elected officials, and issues.
DeSantis Awards Over $13M Through Florida Job Growth Grant to Panhandle Region Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the distribution of over $13 million through Florida's Job Growth Grant Fund... READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Florida is showing how it's done!" Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "The time is now to modernize & upgrade the […]
Florida Congressman Carlos Gimenez (R) asserts that Cuba is “next in line” to see major regime change at the hands of the U.S. and President Donald Trump. After the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran, Gimenez argues that the Communist regime in Cuba is going to be the next domino to fall. “You know, they should […]
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 […]
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee, taking on questions about the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown and her leadership of the agency. Sen. Grassley opens the hearing, acknowledging DHS's mistakes At the beginning of the hearing, Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), the committee’s chairman, requested the “utmost decorum” and […]
During a recent appearance on Fox Business's Evening Edit, Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) excoriated Democrats for letting their hatred of President Donald Trump outweigh whatever good the ongoing Iran strikes are bringing about. Sen. Moody expressed disbelief at the opposition, pointing out that "President Trump has gone over and beyond to try and negotiate to make […]
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 Add Over 11K Florida Registrations in February, Democrats Just Add 229 Republicans continue to dominate in the state of Florida... READ MORE. Rep. Byron Donalds: “Together, we will protect our wildlife & KEEP FLORIDA BEAUTIFUL.” Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "When Trump asks you to negotiate, you’d better do it...look at Iran." Secretary Marco Rubio: […]
Two days have passed since the U.S. launched air strikes against key military targets in Iran as part of Operation: Epic Fury, and Florida House Democrats continue to insist to President Donald Trump that hey outline his war plan to Congres. In those two days, the Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed, Iran retaliated […]
Democrat David Jolly Launches Video Series in Gubernatorial Bid Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly launched a video series this week spotlighting his journey on the campaign trail across Florida... READ MORE. Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "Maximum pressure on the regime in #Cuba -- now!" Rep. María Elvira Salazar: "We know the winning […]
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 […]
With the world still reeling from the recent assassination of Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei and most of the senior leadership in a joint United States-Israel operation, Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) clarified that there will be no "boots on the ground" during an appearance on MS NOW's The Weekend. In a clip from the interview shared […]
BREAKING: Trump Announces 'Major Combat Operations' in Iran In an 8-minute video shared on social media, President Donald Trump announced that the United States has undertaken "major combat operations" in Iran... READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: “There have been two women who made allegations against both President Trump and President Clinton that were […]
In an 8-minute video shared on social media, President Donald Trump announced that the United States has undertaken "major combat operations" in Iran. The announcement comes after weeks of negotiations and threats between the two countries, which was further complicated after Iran called on the U.S. to scale back on its "excessive demands." The "demands," […]
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 […]
Lights Out?: Byron Donalds Surges Ahead in new Public Opinion Poll The American Promise 501c(4) has published another public opinion poll on Florida's 2026 gubernatorial race... READ MORE. Rep. Byron Donalds: "At every step, Florida has led the way to put our children first & as your next Governor, WE'RE NOT […]
