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Wasserman Schultz Defends CD-20 Bid as Rivals Question...
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz faced sharp criticism from Democratic opponents during a contentious congressional debate this week, defending her decision to run in Florida's 20th Congressional District despite objections that the seat was drawn to preserve Black representation in Congress.The debate, hosted at the Urban League of Broward County, brought together Wasserman Schultz and several Democratic challengers, including former U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, former Broward County Mayor Dale Holness, Rod Joseph, and Elijah Manley.The central issue was not policy differences but whether Wasserman Schultz should be seeking election in a district that has historically served as a majority-Black congressional seat."This is...
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DOME: Donalds Expands Lead, Uthmeier Targets MLB, and...
What Moves Florida Politics | June 20, 2026Florida's 2026 campaign season is accelerating as major endorsements, legal battles, and statewide races continue to take shape. Byron Donalds continues to consolidate support in the governor's race, Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched a high-profile investigation into Major League Baseball, and Florida's property tax amendment remains headed toward a legal showdown.🏛️ DOME is The Florida Pundit's daily briefing on the people, policies, campaigns, and controversies shaping Florida politics.Under the DomeThe race to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis continues to revolve around one central question: can anyone catch Byron Donalds?The Republican front-runner added another major endorsement this week after securing...
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Progressive Challenger Oliver Larkin Lands Key Endorsements in Bid to Unseat Jared Moskowitz
Oliver Larkin's campaign for Congress received a boost Friday as the Democratic challenger announced endorsements from State Rep. Angie Nixon and progressive activist Phillip...
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Byron Donalds Scores Florida Farm Bureau Endorsement, Reinforcing Front-Runner Status in...
Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds added another major endorsement to his growing coalition Thursday after receiving the backing of the political arm of the Florida Farm Bureau, one of the state's most influential agricultural organizations.The endorsement comes as Donalds...
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DOME: Donalds Rejects Washington Talk as Moody Gains Firefighter Backing
Florida Politics Daily Briefing | What Moves Florida PoliticsGood morning and welcome to DOME, The Florida Pundit's daily briefing on the people, policies, campaigns, and controversies shaping Florida politics.🏛️ DOME is The Florida Pundit's daily briefing on the people,...
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Byron Donalds Dismisses White House Talk, Says His Focus Is on Becoming Florida Governor
HARDEE COUNTY, Fla. — U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is trying to keep the conversation focused on Florida, not future presidential ambitions.While campaigning this week,...
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DOME: Governor’s Race Poll Battle, Religious Rights Ruling and Florida’s Next...
Florida politics rarely sleeps.A new governor's race poll has triggered a fierce debate over methodology, Florida school districts are adjusting to new guidance on religious instruction absences, and candidates across the state continue positioning themselves for what is shaping...
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New Poll Showing David Jolly Ahead of Byron Donalds Faces Questions...
A new statewide survey suggests Democrat David Jolly holds an early advantage over Republican Byron Donalds in Florida's 2026 governor's race, but questions about the poll's methodology are already fueling skepticism among political observers.The survey, conducted by Change Research...
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DOME: Governor’s Race Poll Battle, Religious Rights Ruling and Florida’s Next Political Flashpoints
Florida politics rarely sleeps.A new governor's race poll has triggered a fierce debate over methodology, Florida school districts are adjusting to new guidance on religious instruction absences, and candidates across the state continue positioning themselves for what is shaping...
New Poll Showing David Jolly Ahead of Byron Donalds Faces Questions Over Methodology
A new statewide survey suggests Democrat David Jolly holds an early advantage over Republican Byron Donalds in Florida's 2026 governor's race, but questions about the poll's methodology are already fueling skepticism among political observers.The survey, conducted by Change Research...
Florida Schools Must Allow Religious Instruction Absences, Attorney General Says
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida public school districts must excuse students when parents request time away from class for off-campus religious instruction, Attorney General James Uthmeier said in a new legal opinion that could reshape how school boards handle religion-related...
DeSantis Expands Protections for Florida Police With New Officer Safety Law
Florida law enforcement officers will receive expanded legal protections under a new law signed Tuesday by Gov. Ron DeSantis, a measure supporters say strengthens public safety while critics warn it could limit citizens' ability to challenge unlawful police actions.The...
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Byron Donalds Scores Florida Farm Bureau Endorsement, Reinforcing Front-Runner Status in Governor’s Race
Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds added another major endorsement to his growing coalition Thursday after receiving the backing of the political arm of the Florida Farm Bureau, one of the state's most influential agricultural organizations.The endorsement comes as Donalds...
Florida Schools Must Allow Religious Instruction Absences, Attorney General Says
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida public school districts must excuse students when parents request time away from class for off-campus religious instruction, Attorney General James Uthmeier said in a new legal opinion that could reshape how school boards handle religion-related...
Florida AG Announces Record Human Trafficking Enforcement Efforts Across State
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced what state officials describe as record-setting human trafficking enforcement efforts, highlighting a series of operations that resulted in hundreds of arrests and the recovery of trafficking victims across the state.The...
Google Seeks Approval to Release Millions of Mosquitoes in Florida to Fight Disease
MIAMI — Google is seeking federal approval to release millions of specially treated mosquitoes across parts of Florida as part of an ambitious effort to reduce the spread of mosquito-borne diseases, according to filings currently under review by the...
New Florida Laws Taking Effect July 1: What Residents Need to Know
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Nearly 100 new Florida laws are scheduled to take effect on July 1, bringing changes that could affect homeowners, students, healthcare providers, crime victims, local governments, and businesses across the state. Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed...
Florida Leads Nation in ICE Cooperation as Immigration Enforcement Expands
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida has emerged as the national leader in state-level immigration enforcement, with state officials highlighting a growing partnership with federal agencies aimed at identifying, detaining, and removing individuals living in the United States illegally.Governor Ron DeSantis...
Florida Faces New Lawsuit Over “Alligator Alcatraz” Migrant Detention Center
MIAMI — Florida is once again facing legal action over the controversial migrant detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” as environmental activists accuse the state of violating federal air quality laws in the Florida Everglades.The Center for Biological Diversity...
Miami Beach Honors Fallen Heroes During Memorial Day Ceremony
Veterans, families, first responders, and community members gathered in Miami Beach on Monday to honor America’s fallen service members during a Memorial Day ceremony focused on remembrance, sacrifice, and patriotism.The ceremony, held at Miami Beach Police Headquarters, brought together...
David Rivera’s Allies Offer Cash and Homes to Help Him Post Bail
Former Congressman David Rivera is receiving public and financial support from several prominent South Florida figures as he seeks release on bail while awaiting sentencing in his federal lobbying case.According to court filings, multiple political allies, community leaders, and...
Florida Lawmakers Reach Final Budget Deal After Extended Negotiations
Florida lawmakers have reached a final agreement on a nearly $115 billion state budget following weeks of negotiations and an extended legislative session in Tallahassee.The budget deal comes after disagreements between state House and Senate leaders delayed the normal...
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Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia Announces $806,000 in Public Assistance Fraud Cases for May
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia announced Monday that state investigators identified more than $806,000 in public assistance fraud cases during May 2026, resulting in arrests and administrative actions targeting improper use of taxpayer-funded benefits.According to...
CFO Blaise Ingoglia Targets Jacksonville Budget, Calls $275 Million in Spending ‘Wasteful’
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia is escalating his campaign against what he describes as excessive local government spending, announcing that the City of Jacksonville is spending roughly $275 million beyond what would be justified by...