State & Local
Along with up-to-date political coverage, The Floridian takes the opportunity to post about issues, legislation, and lawmakers in local municipalities and at the state level
Florida Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (R) spoke exclusively with The Floridian Publisher Javier Manjarres, discussing the Trump administration’s recent efforts to pressure the Communist government in Cuba. Rep. Diaz-Balart, chairman of the Subcommittee on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs, and a member of the Subcommittee on Defense, touched on the potential for a U.S. government-backed regime transition […]
Florida Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (R) spoke exclusively with The Floridian Publisher Javier Manjarres on Mar. 25 to discuss the possibility of the U.S. government and Cuban exiles helping provide a swift transition towards democracy within the Cuban government. Since the U.S. military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, the Trump […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) announced on social media that he has received an endorsement for Florida governor from Concerned Veterans for America Action. "I am honored to have the support of @CVA_Action," Donalds wrote. "Veterans sacrificed so much to protect the American Dream, and I'll never stop fighting to make that […]
Taylor County Sheriff Wayne Padgett announced his endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins this week for Florida governor by praising his service as a Green Beret and Second Amendment fighter as a State Legislator. "I am proud to endorse Lt. Governor Jay Collins as he campaigns to serve as Florida's next governor," Padgett said. "Jay has […]
The Florida Democratic Party congratulated Representative-Elect Emily Gregory and Senator-Elect Brian Nathan on their upset wins in House District 87 and Senate District 14 on Tuesday night. Gregory, a small business owner and Army spouse, defeated Republican Jon Mapes in a district Republicans carried by 19 points in 2022. “I’m thrilled to congratulate Representative-Elect Emily […]
Democrat Brian Nathan upset Republican Josie Tomkow to win the Senate District 14 special election on Tuesday night. Below is the result with 95% of ballots reporting (per270towin) Brian Nathan - 50.3% Josie Tomkow - 49.8% Turnout was under 30%, according to the Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections. VoteHub projects Brian Nathan to win the […]
Democrat Emily Gregory defeated Republican Jon Maples in an upset victory to win the House District 87 special election on Tuesday night. Below is the result with 95% of reporting (per 270towin) Emily Gregory - 51.2% Jon Maples - 48.8% Voter turnout was under 30%, according to the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections. VoteHub […]
Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez (R-Fla.) shared his support for the Chilean government's decision to withdraw its backing for the candidacy of former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet as Secretary-General of the United Nations (U.N.). “In the United States Congress, we know that Michelle Bachelet is little more than a mouthpiece for the dictatorships and socialist regimes […]
According to public records, President Donald Trump cast a mail-in ballot in Florida’s special election despite his public outcry against the voting method and his efforts to restrict the practice. Records from the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections show that President Trump voted by mail in a special election for Florida’s 87th district statehouse […]
The Republican Party of Florida issued a final get-out-the-vote push on social media for three special elections occurring across the state on Tuesday. The three special elections are House District 51, House District 87, and Senate District 14. House District 51 Republican Hilary Holley Democrat Edwin Perez Area: part of Polk County (Central Florida) Analysis: […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the conviction of a Jacksonville man for engineering a scheme to smuggle drugs and contraband using drones into Florida prisons while speaking at a press conference in Milton today. Mario Crawford, 36, was sentenced to 81 years after an investigation into a crashed drone filled with contraband, including cell […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the signing of the Florida Farm Bill during a press conference in Sebring today. SB 290 includes safeguards for agricultural operations, public safety improvements, natural resource and rural land protection, and food supply enhancements across the state. "We do continue the momentum for preserving land in rural communities, particularly with respect to […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that all United States and State of Florida flags will be at half-staff on Saturday, Mar. 1, to honor the memory of U.S. Army Reserve Captain Cody A. Khork. "To honor Captain Cody Khork, I hereby direct the flags of the United States and the State of Florida to be flown […]
Florida Supercon 2026 returns to the Miami Beach Convention Center for its 20th anniversary. From July 10 through 12, Miami Beach will be buzzing with celebrities, vendors, and costumed fans for a vibrant mix of experiences. Founded in 2006, the must-attend event is for fans of pop culture, comics, and all things creative. It features […]
While speaking at a news conference in Bradenton, Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed back on Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and other sheriffs on the State Immigration Enforcement Council for recently suggesting that immigrants who are not criminals should be allowed to stay in the United States under certain requirements. "I stand with following Florida's policies. […]
Congressional candidate and Mayor Scott Singer (R-Boca Raton) announced several endorsements in his bid to take over U.S. Rep Jared Moskowitz's (D-Fla.) seat in the upcoming 2026 Midterm elections. In a press release issued on Mar. 19, Mayor Singer revealed that Deerfield Beach Mayor Todd Drosky and City Commissioner Michael Hudak, Highland Beach Mayor Natasha Moore, […]
The Republican Party of Florida confirmed several high-profile guests will be in attendance for its Sunshine State Showdown at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood on June 27. The confirmed guests are. Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) Lt. Gov. Jay Collins U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL) Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia Agricultural Commissioner […]
The Miami-Dade Republican Executive Committee will be holding a special election to potentially oust its disgraced Secretary Abel Alexander Carvajal over the racism, antisemitism, and insubordination propagated by himself and individuals in two private WhatsApp chat groups he ran. When The Floridan first broke the story about the racist and antisemitic group chat, where the […]
