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Florida could drop four childhood vaccine requirements before DeSantis leaves office
Florida could eliminate four vaccine requirements for children in schools and daycare centers before Gov. Ron DeSantis leaves office Jan. 5.
$4.5 million approved for over 60 Florida small businesses impacted by Hurricane Isaias
DESTIN, Fla. -- Governor Ron DeSantis announced Monday that more than $4.5 million has been approved through the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Pr
Ruling makes Hope Florida an even bigger political issue a month before election
TALLAHASSEE — As Gov. Ron DeSantis said during a news conference this week: “When the narratives are set, they’re set.
Could the future of AI be determined by Florida Republicans?
Trump wants the GOP to be a pro-AI party. Ron DeSantis has a different idea.
LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference on health care in West Palm Beach
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to hold a news conference at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday in West Palm Beach.
Ron DeSantis’ 2 terms in office fundamentally altered Florida’s political landscape, cementing conservative policies through strategic control of state institutions
After eight years in office, Gov. Ron DeSantis leaves Florida much more conservative than he found it.
POLITICS OF AI: Why Emerging Tech Is Shaping the Midterms
Artificial intelligence is fast becoming a core campaign issue ahead of the midterms. As members of Congress pitch voters at home, state leaders, including Governor Ron DeSantis are pressing for tougher state-level regulations. Political analyst Dr. Larry Walker joins us to discuss why AI is top of mind for voters.
Trio of powerful DeSantis appointments will face voters for the first time
Florida voters will decide in November whether to elected three powerful politicians appointed to their positions by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Siding with Ron DeSantis, Byron Donalds bucks Donald Trump on paying voters if GOP holds Congress
Trump's candidate wants to put the brakes on payouts based on political outcomes.
Ron DeSantis endorsed a state Senate candidate on 9/11. It could have waited.
Campaigns have mostly learned to leave the logos off 9/11. The Governor hasn't learned to leave the day alone.
Donald Trump election 'dividend' proposal reboots Chris LaCivita feud with Ron DeSantis
The past isn't forgotten even though it's been papered over.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis takes on several hecklers at GOP event
Video shows Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis criticizing hecklers at a Republican unity event in Tampa.
DeSantis endorses Florida GOP slate including Byron Donalds in governor's race
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed a "slate" of candidates that included GOP gubernatorial candidate Rep. Byron Donalds.
Florida Politics: Hope Florida, Nixon-Moody debate?
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is set to host a forum with several huge names in the Florida Republican Party, such as Attorney General James Uthmeier and GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Byron Donalds. Meanwhile, Angie Nixon is throwing her hat into the ring, challenging U.S. Senator Ashley Moody to a public debate ahead of the general election. POLITICO Reporter and Florida Playbook author Kimberly Leonard joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to discuss what's new in Florida politics.
Florida grand jury finds DeSantis administration misused $10 million, but no charges have been filed
Despite the lack of charges, the report ignited a new round of criticism aimed at Gov. Ron DeSantis and other top state Republicans over the charity receiving $10 million from a state Medicaid settlement intended to help poor children get health insurance.
Democratic socialist Angie Nixon won the Senate primary in Florida. Can she win in November?
Nixon's upset sets up a long-shot challenge to U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody, a former state attorney general who Gov. Ron DeSantis selected to fill the seat after it was vacated by Marco Rubio, who Trump chose as secretary of state.
Key takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries in Florida, Alaska and Wyoming
As Florida voters prepare to replace term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis, Republicans on Tuesday chose a close ally of President Donald Trump, while Democrats nominated a party-switcher who left the GOP because of the president.
U.S. Senate Republican primary results
Moody was appointed into office by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida primary election 2026: Race to replace Ron DeSantis and other key contests
We’re tracking Florida’s primaries, with a close eye on the races for governor and Senate, as well as three key House contests. We’re also following primaries in Alaska and Wyoming. Follow for live updates.
Voters weigh a DeSantis successor and other key races to watch in Florida, Alaska and Wyoming
Florida Republicans are set to choose their nominee in the race to replace term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday in a contest that has in some ways turned into a bitter intra-party feud — even though there is little drama about its likely outcome.
Live Results: Florida midterm primaries
Florida voters will select nominees Tuesday to replace term-limited Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis and to complete the remainder of Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s unexpired U.S. Senate term.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Florida’s state primary
Florida voters will select nominees Tuesday to replace term-limited Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis and to complete the remainder of Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s unexpired U.S. Senate term
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Florida’s state primary
Florida voters will select nominees Tuesday to replace term-limited Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis and to complete the remainder of Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s unexpired U.S. Senate term.
Inside a GOP rift: Why Ron DeSantis refuses to endorse Byron Donalds
Gov. Ron DeSantis is rebuffing Byron Donalds' bid for governor, fueling talk of a deep rift in the Florida GOP.
How Ron DeSantis turned Florida’s governor race into a Republican family feud
On paper, the Republican primary to be Florida’s next governor appears to be little more than a formality. But Ron DeSantis has refused to endorse a successor.
Florida's SAVE Act faces legal challenges as federal version stalls
Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida’s SAVE Act into law on April 1.
7+ Florida Politics Now: Discussing Liberty County High School’s newest addition
On this episode, we’re discussing Governor Ron DeSantis’ stop in Liberty County and the OpenAI lawsuit underway.
Florida politics recap: Byron Donalds strengthens grip on GOP governor's race as rivals battle in court
It was a week of escalation in Florida politics: a governor's race lawsuit, new restrictions aimed at undocumented students, and a fresh legal fight over Gov. Ron DeSantis' push to label CAIR and other groups as terrorist organizations.
DeSantis announces plans to use new state law to target dozens of alleged terrorist groups
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis designated more than 90 groups as terrorist organizations under a new state law, including CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood and Antifa.
Today is the day Ron DeSantis turns into a pumpkin
The budget signature is the stroke of midnight on DeSantis' real power.
Hillsborough County wants to seek state review of Tampa Sports Authority stadium vote
Hillsborough County commissioners are weighing whether to ask Gov. Ron DeSantis to review potential ethics concerns involving members of the Tampa Sports Authority after a contentious sports board vote sparked intense allegations of self-dealing.
'Let the candidates mix it up.': Ron DeSantis keeps pressure on Evan Power for GOP gubernatorial debate
'These ridiculous criteria are being used to renege on that promise and to engineer a preferred outcome.'
Talking Central Florida: DeSantis vs. Disney
On a recent episode of Talking Central Florida, Gabrielle Russon from Florida Politics discusses her recent piece, “The Untold Story of Ron DeSantis vs. Disney.”
‘Bad policy and even worse politics’: DeSantis spurns potential White House AI preemption
The Trump administration’s longstanding opposition to state AI laws ultimately killed legislation in Florida, and now Gov. Ron DeSantis fears policies in other states could fall by the wayside.
'We have term limits': Byron Donalds 'not concerned' about Ron DeSantis' cold shoulder
'I'm not going to get mad about it.'
Byron Donalds calls for GOP to 'unite' as primary opponents call for debates
The biggest debate among Republicans seeking to succeed Ron DeSantis is whether to debate or not.
Ron DeSantis says Elon Musk took on The Swamp ... and The Swamp won
America's Governor is back in the Nation's Capital.
Donald Trump says Ron DeSantis would be 'very good' as Attorney General
Is America's Governor in the on-deck circle?
Ron DeSantis backs ‘strong conservative voice’ Chris Nocco for SD 21
Nocco's endorsements are stacking up with big names in GOP politics.
'Frying these fish': Ron DeSantis not willing to serve up endorsements yet. Will he ever be ready?
Time is running short if DeSantis wants to speak out for a potential successor.
Paul Renner says he wouldn't have done anything differently than Ron DeSantis as Governor
'You'll like me, if you like Governor DeSantis.'
'Unfinished business': Ron DeSantis in no rush to endorse successor or to declare post-gubernatorial plans
'I've got a lot of irons in the fire.'
'Unfinished business': Ron DeSantis in no rush to endorse successor or to declare post-gubernatorial plans
'I've got a lot of irons in the fire.'
Florida Policy Institute warns proposed homestead exemption changes will cost billions
Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling on lawmakers in a Special Session to revise homestead exemption taxes, restructuring property taxes in Florida.
Ron DeSantis says Miami-Dade, Palm Beach should be more aggressive in slashing homestead taxes
Big cities would already be on the hook for rural areas with lower tax bases, but DeSantis thinks they can do even more.
'Techno-serfdom': AI bill of rights is dead but Ron DeSantis' fight continues
'Are we just a cog in the wheel here?'
Jay Collins on Ron DeSantis: 'I'm grateful for his support'
But there's still no formal endorsement.
Budget conference: House says 'no' to Ron DeSantis security after he steps down
Should taxpayers pay for Ron DeSantis' security for a year after he leaves office?
Ron DeSantis reveals how he exacts vengeance with budget vetoes
'Difficult' legislators won't get what they want.
Blaise Ingoglia backs Senate offer to provide security for Ron DeSantis after he leaves office
'You do not know what's out there.'
As Thomas Massie battles to hold onto House seat, Ron DeSantis is nowhere to be found
When it comes to an old ally, DeSantis is declining to step into the fray.
'Petty politics': Angie Nixon blames Ron DeSantis and 'his allies' for House discipline over megaphone use
The Jacksonville Democrat shows no remorse or regret for violating House rules last month.
Ron DeSantis rips Daniel Perez for obstructing his priorities
The House Speaker has successfully thwarted DeSantis' endgame on a number of issues.
DeSantis signs bill allowing Florida businesses to round to nearest nickel
An effort to help Florida businesses handle the end of the penny and a trio of education bills were among nine from the 2026 regular session signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday.
DeSantis reveals which dictatorship should be 'put out to pasture' next
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Cuba's communist government should be "put out to pasture once and for all" as he signed law restricting Cuban-linked businesses in Florida.
Ron DeSantis confirms it may be time to wind down Alligator Alcatraz
The Governor said he has no doubt Florida will be reimbursed the costs of standing up the controversial Everglades facility.
Months after pitching homestead property tax repeal, Ron DeSantis still 'running studies' on how it will work
'It is doable.'
'Running through the tape': Ron DeSantis addresses future plans, says he has plenty of time to run for President
The future holds possibilities, but DeSantis is playing his cards close to his chest.
How Florida designed a US House map aiming to give Republicans four more seats
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed into law a map he designed to give Republicans an edge in as many as four seats now held by Democrats. DeSantis’ action in Florida comes several days after the US Supreme Court significantly weakened the use of the Voting Rights Act in redistricting cases. The decision has set off a fresh round of attempts to draw new lines in several southern states controlled by Republicans.
Ron DeSantis signs Florida's new congressional map
The fresh cartography could net Republicans as many as 4 U.S. House seats.
Redistricting shuffle: Darren Soto signals he's staying put in CD 9
He has also dismissed Ron DeSantis' proposed congressional map, which passed in the Legislature, 'illegal.'
Florida Republicans slice and dice congressional districts: How a new map could cost Democrats seats
The redrawn congressional district lines that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon sign into law are intended to help Republicans pick up as many as four U.S. House seats in November — a scenario that would cost some Democrats their seats
Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms
The vote came just two days after Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled his proposal and the same day that the U.S. Supreme Court rolled back a key provision of the Voting Rights Act.
House approves Ron DeSantis-proposed congressional map
The lower chamber deferred to the Governor's Office on creation of the cartography.
Disney's political fight with Ron DeSantis cost company years of theme park expansion, court records reveal
Disney's political statement on Florida's Parental Rights in Education Act led to costly lawsuits, legal battles, and years of theme park delays.
Ron DeSantis congressional map draws sharply divided reactions ahead of Special Session
Lawmakers are expected to take up the proposal during a Special Session beginning Tuesday.
Ron DeSantis releases new congressional map creating four more GOP-leaning seats in Florida
Some Republicans are concerned it could put GOP incumbents in danger by spreading out conservative votes, and margins in many new seats will likely get tighter.
DeSantis floats Florida map that could give GOP up to four more House seats
The redistricting plan proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, if approved, would let Republicans regain their lead in the national gerrymandering arms race.
DeSantis proposes new US House map for Florida aiming to flip four seats for Republicans
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has proposed a new map for US House districts that appears to show Republicans gaining an advantage in four seats now held by Democrats.
Ron DeSantis unveils new Florida congressional map that would give the GOP an extra four seats
Gov. Ron DeSantis reveals a new Florida congressional map that would add four Republican seats, sparking a clash with Democratic leader Jeffries.
The untold story of Ron DeSantis vs. Disney
Here are the revelations in the Disney-DeSantis battle from recently obtained court records.
Boris Johnson’s in Miami. Just don’t talk to him about politics
The former U.K. prime minister met with Gov. Ron DeSantis and billionaire donor Ken Griffin while in Miami this week.
Poll: Florida voters like Ron DeSantis more than Donald Trump. Independents make the difference.
The man in Tallahassee has 54% backing among NPA voters, while the man in the White House is at 33% with the same group.
Ron DeSantis taunts Hakeem Jeffries while delaying sending Legislature a redistricting map
Democrats plan to target GOP incumbents in November.
Republicans pressure Ron DeSantis to redistrict in Florida after Virginia Democrats’ win
Senior Republicans in Washington are ramping up the pressure on Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to lead a redrawing of his state’s US House map after Virginia Democrats triumphed in potentially flipping four seats in their favor. A special session to consider redistricting in Florida is slated to start Tuesday, but no map has been publicly released. A DeSantis spokesperson did not respond to a CNN inquiry about its status. Key Republicans involved in redistricting say they’ve been kept largely in the dark on DeSantis’ plans. There’s no coordination on the state level because of strict state rules around partisan gerrymandering, and no maps have been officially circulated within Florida’s congressional delegation either.
DeSantis says he's taking up Jeffries' invitation to 'F-around and find out' on Florida redistricting effort
Gov. Ron DeSantis fires back at Hakeem Jeffries over Florida redistricting, inviting the Democratic leader to campaign in the state ahead of 2026 midterms.
Virginia congressional map vote could embolden Florida Republicans to push for boundary changes, says Jeffries
House Democratic leader says result should serve as a warning to Ron DeSantis after latest blow to Donald Trump’s redistricting battle
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
Is a Special Session delay actually a win for Ron DeSantis?
Another poll shows Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis staring up at JD Vance in 2028 GOP sweepstakes, each struggling with young voters
Can a Florida man win the White House in 2028?
Gov. Ron DeSantis orders flags at half-staff to honor Nancy Metayer Bowen
Metayer Bowen was shot and killed at her home April 1. Her husband faces murder and evidence-tampering charges.
Byron Donalds says Ron DeSantis wanted him to chair Florida GOP
A gubernatorial endorsement didn't help way back when.
Jay Collins raises nearly $1.75 million in first quarter as active candidate, with big Ron DeSantis donor giving more than half
The Green Beret may not be getting enough green to be viable down the stretch.
Ron DeSantis says Euro ties 'eroded' over Islamification, lack of support for Iran war
The Governor shared his thoughts with Fox News viewers Tuesday evening.
Gov DeSantis: ‘Political and cultural bonds’ with parts of Europe have ‘eroded’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses his new law allowing the state to designate groups as terrorist organizations and criticizes several European countries over their immigration policies on ‘Hannity.’
Jay Collins blames 'lobby corps' for fundraising woes, but says there's a 'great chance' Ron DeSantis endorses him
'They don't want the people to choose.'
Ron DeSantis refuses to endorse Jay Collins in LG's hometown
'If I feel the need to do something, I do it.'
Marco Rubio's odds of being GOP 2028 nominee climb, while Ron DeSantis falls behind Tucker Carlson
Could Florida men make another run for the White House?
New "Arts, Culture, and Entertainment District" Awaits Governor's Signature
A bill awaiting the signature of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will finalize the establishment of the Lake Wales "Arts, Culture and Entertainment District." The new Florida statute adds the city's district to a list of other Florida communities with districts permitting the consumption of alcohol while strolling the area. The downtown district was...
Election conspiracy, new voter law and rebuilding Cuba: IFP podcast
Arrested election worker sparks conspiracies, why a new voter law could prove disruptive and Gov. Ron DeSantis tells exiles to go rebuild Cuba.
Poll shows Donald Trump underwater in home state of Florida
The President is significantly less popular in Florida than Ron DeSantis.
Poll: Ashley Moody leading all potential Democratic opponents in Senate race
The Ron DeSantis appointee is a proven statewide candidate.
Byron Donalds backs Ron DeSantis' congressional redistricting push
Other states have pushed Democratic advantages.
Jay Collins works to show he's 'competent and capable' to earn Ron DeSantis' endorsement
Having been in the race 3 months, the Governor's lack of support looms large over the man he appointed.
Ron DeSantis distances himself from GOP Special Election losses
The Governor 'was not involved.'
Ron DeSantis addresses first-cousin marriages, which are still legal in Florida
As of now, it's legal to marry your aunt or uncle's kid in Florida.
Marco Rubio draws 35% support in CPAC straw poll, while Ron DeSantis gets 2%
Divergent paths.
'Who knows how all this stuff evolves?': Ron DeSantis coy on future political plans, warns 2026 will be tough for GOP
'Politics is cyclical.'
Ron DeSantis says legislators not all on board with push to eliminate homestead property tax as he fleshes out plan
The proposal still isn't 'ripe' yet, and he's still floating new trial balloons.