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Early Voting Starts in Runoff Election for Miami Mayor: What to Know City of Miami residents can get a head start on who they want to run the city for the next four years, as early voting begins today, December 5, and runs until Dec. 7. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Tech companies will steer […]
DeSantis Announces Plan for Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the state will work with the Florida Legislature to establish an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bill of Rights for individual Floridians during a press conference at The Villages this week. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Our Citizens Bill of Rights for AI […]
Ben Albritton Pumps Brake on Congressional Redistricting Plans Florida Senate President Ben Albritton responded to Gov. Ron DeSantis's plan for congressional redistricting, saying there is "no ongoing work" on the plan by the Senate in a memorandum to his colleagues this week. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "I oppose stripping Florida of our ability to […]
Anna Paulina Luna Files Discharge Petition to Ban Congressional Stock Trading Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) has introduced a discharge petition to bring legislation banning members of Congress from trading stocks to the House floor for a vote. READ MORE. Florida Rep. Alex Andrade: "When did @RonDeSantis become such a whining, bloviating, narcissistic grifter? He […]
DeSantis Grants $112 Million for Water Quality Improvements to Gulf Coast, Central Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the state will award over $112 million in grants to enhance water quality and supply across Florida's Gulf Coast and Central Florida during a press conference in Tampa this week. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "The Auto […]
DeSantis Jabs at Republican Lawmakers, Says Leadership is Trying to 'Screw Voters Over' Gov. Ron DeSantis hinted at calling a special legislative session on property taxes while indirectly throwing shade at House Speaker Daniel "Danny" Perez (R-Miami) for trying to "screw voters over" to avoid the subject during Florida's regular legislative session in an inclusive […]
DeSantis Hedges on Backing Collins, Accuses Donalds of Being Soft on Crime, Woke on Education Gov. Ron DeSantis is not planning on endorsing U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) as his successor anytime soon, saying the congressman's position on a past public safety policy during his time in the Florida House is not in line with […]
Florida Gas Prices Down Heading Into Thanksgiving Compared to 2024 Floridians hitting the road can expect cheaper gas prices ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday compared to the same time last year, according to AAA. READ MORE. Senator Rick Scott: "Notice cheaper prices at the pump? Thank @POTUS! Under his leadership, Republicans are working around the […]
James Fishback Takes Swing at 'Compromised' Byron Donalds On the heels of announcing his 2026 gubernatorial bid, James Fishback is hitting the ground running. In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, Fishback discussed his vision for Florida, promising to build off the accomplishments of Governor Ron DeSantis. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Another win on […]
Florida Tourism Provides $133.6 Billion in Economic Impact, Nearly $2,000 in Tax Savings From 2024 Florida continues to be a popular destination spot for out-of-state travelers, according to VISIT FLORIDA’s 2024 Economic Impact of Tourism study released this week. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "What is the ROI on attending college? Bloomberg has a tool […]
DeSantis Asks Legislature to Clamp Down on Inhumane Dog Breeders Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling on the Florida Legislature to provide stronger protections for dogs and other pets by cracking down on puppy mills and irresponsible breeders during a press conference at Big Dog Ranch Rescue in Loxahatchee Grove this week. READ MORE. Rep. Byron […]
James Uthmeier Wants Illegal Gambling Penalties Raised From a Misdemeanor to a Felony Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is calling on the Legislature to increase penalties for illegal gambling operations from a misdemeanor to a felony, saying the punishment wasn't sending the "right message" in stopping illegal acts in the state. READ MORE. Republican National […]
James Fishback Officially Launches Bid for Florida Governor After weeks of increased speculation, Azoria CEO James Fishback has officially launched his candidacy for Florida Governor. READ MORE. Attorney General James Uthmeier: "Florida law bans lab-grown meat. Our Consumer Protection division is launching an investigation and will demand answers from Campbell's." Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "@AGJamesUthmeier […]
NRCC Calls Moskowitz and Soto Frauds for not Calling on Cherfilus-McCormick to Quit The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is focusing its efforts on two congressional races in Florida that they feel could be in play in the 2026 Midterm elections—the districts of Reps. Jared Moskowitz and Darren Soto. READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: […]
Jay Collins Takes Direct Digs at Byron Donalds, Calls Him 'H1-Byron' Lt. Gov. Jay Collins finally mentioned Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL), calling him "H1-Byron" in a response to The Floridian's request to name Donalds on social media this week. READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "FYSA: @SpeakerJohnson has been supportive of […]
DeSantis Cautions Against Artificial Intelligence and Its Effect on Jobs Gov. Ron DeSantis is pumping the brakes on the use of Artificial Intelligence, saying the growing technology could pose a threat to jobs across the country, including right here in the Sunshine State, while speaking at the Florida Rural Economic Summit in Ocala this week. […]
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Indicted on Stealing Millions From FEMA In a news release, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) has been indicted on charges accusing her of stealing $5 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds as well as making illegal campaign contributions. READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "This […]
Florida House to Assess Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence on State Florida House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez (R-Miami) recently sent out a memorandum designating the final interim committee week for the chamber as “Artificial Intelligence Week" to look over the growing effects of AI on the state. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Amazing what […]
