Ron DeSantis
Along with up-to-date political coverage, The Floridian takes the opportunity to post about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, the legislation he signs into law, and the political maneuvering he does around the state and country. Read more here!
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) shared a new digital ad criticizing Democratic candidate David Jolly for calling the modern Democratic Party "rational." Released by Byron War Room on X, the 48-second spot begins with Jolly saying, "I find this a very rational democratic environment. This is a very rational Democratic Party right […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis announced this week that Florida has accomplished paying off half of the state’s accumulated debt since 2019. He called it one of the strongest fiscal records in the nation. “Since I’ve been Governor… we will have paid off 50 percent of [Florida’s debt] just since 2019,” DeSantis declared during […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis, along with members of his Florida cabinet, passed an agenda item to designate a 2.63-acre parcel of land for the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library near Miami-Dade County's historic Freedom Tower this week. “Having the Trump Presidential Library in Miami will be good for Florida, for the city, and for Miami Dade […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) announced he has picked up the endorsement of 15 Florida sheriffs in his run for governor. The support includes law enforcement officials in the South Florida community, as well as others across the state. They include: Miami-Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz Duval County Sheriff T.K. Waters Collier […]
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the State of Florida are partnering to give Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel reimbursement checks to use in their duties in combating illegal immigration. The announcement, made on Friday alongside Gov. Ron DeSantis, comes after President Donald Trump authorized DHS to enforce federal immigration laws through its 287(g) […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed Florida's leadership in school choice during a press conference at Florida International University (FIU) this week. "We believe, regardless of where you're from, regardless of how much money your parents have, regardless of your ethnic heritage, regardless of whether you're male or female, that you have an ability to succeed if […]
This week, Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins (R) held a joint press conference with First Lady Casey DeSantis (R) to discuss Florida’s drug-prevention efforts. During the press conference, Lt. Governor Collins acknowledged the support behind a potential gubernatorial run, and he expressed that he’s “getting really close” to deciding what’s next for his political career. […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the success of the Florida Cancer Innovation Fund and other initiatives during a press conference in Tampa. The announcement is part of the University of South Florida World Cancer Research Day symposium. "We have really done a lot, certainly since I've been governor, to help advance the ball when it comes […]
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, Republicans in Florida and across the country are positioning themselves for what will be a pivotal election cycle. With control of Congress, state legislatures, and governors' mansions at stake, three major factors stand out as crucial for Republican strategists and voters alike: redistricting battles, economic conditions, and the future […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis is already looking ahead to what could potentially be the biggest college football game in the state of Florida in more than a decade. With the Miami Hurricanes beating the Florida Gators 26-7 and on a bye this week, and Florida State with one more game this week against Virginia, the two […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the opening of Italian-based Leonardo Helicopters, a leading manufacturer of both military and civil helicopters, while speaking in Northwest Florida this week. The governor credited his relationship with Leonardo Helicopters, including Clyde Woltman, CEO of the company's U.S. Operations, for helping bring the manufacturer to Whiting Aviation Park in Milton. DeSantis […]
The New College of Florida announced it will commission a statue in memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk to "honor his legacy and incredible work" following his assassination at Utah Valley University last week. According to a post by the school, Kirk's statute will be privately funded by community leaders and "stand on campus as […]
Tracy Caruso is taking her name out of consideration for House District 87, she announced this week. Caruso was looking to replace her husband, Mike Caruso, in a to-be-determined HD 87 Special Election. “When Mike was first elected, I chose to live in Tallahassee with him—a choice many spouses don’t make,” Tracy said in a statement […]
Florida Republicans and Democrats remembered the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on Thursday. The attack killed 2,977 victims and led the United States into the War on Terror over the next two decades. "We enter today solemn, knowing the world holds so much pain. Yet 9/11 reminds us of the day America stood […]
President Donald Trump, along with numerous Florida elected officials, reacted to the death of conservative commentator and founder of Turning Point USA Charlie Kirk after he was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. In honor of Charlie Kirk, President Trump is ordering all American flags throughout the U.S. to […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis celebrated a state appeals court's ruling that a Florida law banning the open carry of firearms is unconstitutional. The decision was announced by Judge Stephanie Ray of the First District Court, who authored the opinion, along with Lori Rowe and M. Kemmerly Thomas, on Wednesday. "This decision aligns state policy with my […]
On September 3rd, Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo announced that the Florida Department of Health would take steps to eliminate the current mandates on vaccines statewide.
Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) and all of Florida’s Congressional Democrats called on Governor Ron DeSantis to reverse the state’s recently updated vaccination policies. Last week, Governor DeSantis unveiled a revision to Florida’s vaccination policy plan that aims to eliminate state-mandated vaccinations. Florida’s House Republicans were invited to sign on to the request, which […]
