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
The Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida released a statement celebrating new data from its original report that shows its Safety Net Hospitals as leaders in graduate medical education (GME) this week. “This report shows tremendous success! Our hospitals are always on call and provide the most critical, complex care in the state - and […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of a Palm Beach couple this week for allegedly running a large Organized Retail Theft scheme that resulted in $31,000 in losses from several major retailers. “These types of thefts burden Florida’s families by driving up prices as stores try to cover their losses,” Uthmeier said in […]
Florida Reps. Daniel Webster (R) and Greg Steube (R) have reintroduced the Helping Everyone Access Long Term Healthcare (HEALTH) Act, which provides a tax deduction to healthcare providers for free health services to low-income Americans. “My HEALTH Act will help more Americans get the care they need, from a doctor they choose, while reducing costs […]
Florida Attorney General James Utmeier issued a subpoena to a Chinese-American-based internet service provider (ISP), TP-Link, regarding alleged cybersecurity risks and data sharing with the Chinese Communist Party. “Floridians deserve to know the truth about the security of the products they bring into their homes," Uthmeier shared on X. "If a company is going to […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis outlined several positive policies to help Floridians address their concerns about the cost of living in an exclusive interview with The Floridan at the state capitol this week. The governor mentioned that the Sunshine State was ranked the #1 economy in the country for the third consecutive year by CNBC earlier this […]
In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, Governor Ron DeSantis shared that he'd remain neutral in the upcoming Republican Primary for Florida Governor. James Fishback, a gubernatorial hopeful, has responded to the governor's comments from our interview, calling it an "unexpected development." So far, the Republican Primary is hosting Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL), former Speaker […]
The Capitol Christmas tree lighting takes place this week, and arguably the most important delegate has arrived to attend the occasion -- Rep. Nutmeg (R-NP). If you're not familiar with Rep. Nutmeg, she represents the North Pole and is the Chairwoman of the Elf Caucus. Her schedule has been entirely booked with responding to her […]
Florida Congressman Vern Buchanan (R) released a statement putting Trump-backed oil drilling operations in question, claiming that “one oil spill could devastate our (Florida) economy.” “Florida’s coastline has remained off-limits to drilling. Rolling back the 2020 moratorium would be wrong; one oil spill could devastate our economy,” Buchanan said in a post on X. Buchanan […]
Elephants and donkeys and porcupines. Oh my! In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, Scott Jewett, the Libertarian candidate for Florida Governor, shared his vision for a brighter Sunshine State, which begins with tackling Florida’s insurance “disaster.” If Jewett could sign one law tomorrow – without budget constraints or political obstacles – he says he’d […]
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. “I am running to succeed Governor DeSantis, who is the greatest Governor in the history of […]
Floridians hitting the road can expect cheaper gas prices ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday compared to the same time last year, according to AAA. As of Tuesday, November 25, the average price for a gallon of gas in the Sunshine State was $3.08, down five cents from 2024. However, the price was up a bit […]
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. The report, announced by Gov. Ron DeSantis, found the Sunshine State generated $133.6 billion in economic impact in 2024 and saved state Households nearly $2,000 each in taxes, reaffirming Florida's position […]
Florida Congressman Greg Steube (R) is calling for the resignation or expulsion of Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D) after she allegedly defrauded FEMA for $5 million dollars. “When hurricanes strike, Floridians rely on FEMA relief to get back on their feet. The idea that a Florida member of Congress would steal $5 million in FEMA […]
Florida Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (R) released a statement accusing the Cuban regime of stealing U.S. property and assets and turning them over to companies to use. “The regime in Cuba has stolen properties, enriched itself while unscrupulous companies benefit from the confiscation of those assets, and denied justice to its victims, all while brutally repressing […]
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. "Many breeders take care of their animals and treat them with dignity and respect, […]
The Republican Party of Florida criticized U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) for refusing to call for the resignation of fellow Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick following her indictment last week on federal charges that accuse her of stealing federal emergency aid money. "Democrats like Moskowitz are such hypocrites when it comes to cleaning house in their own […]
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. "Right now, people can stand to make millions off of unlawful gambling operations and just end up […]
Rich Marianos, former U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Assistant Director, discussed a recent $200 million approval by Congress to the Food and Drug Administration in an effort to crack down on Chinese-made illicit cigarettes, and its impact on the Sunshine State, in an exclusive interview with The Floridian. The approval, made on […]
