José Javier Rodriguez Narrows Fundraising Gap but Uthmeier...

Democratic Attorney General nominee José Javier Rodriguez posted a stronger fundraising performance than incumbent Attorney General James Uthmeier during the first 12 days of June, according to newly released campaign finance reports.Rodriguez raised a combined $86,800 through his campaign account and affiliated political committee between June 1 and June 12, significantly outpacing the $27,300 reported by Uthmeier during the same period.The figures provide an early sign that Democrats are preparing to seriously contest the Attorney General race, even as Republicans continue to hold a substantial financial advantage statewide.Rodriguez, a former state senator who later served in the Biden administration, secured the Democratic nomination earlier this month...

Florida Gas Prices Fall 32 Cents as Holiday...

Florida drivers are getting some welcome relief at the pump just as millions prepare to hit the road for the Independence Day holiday.According to AAA Auto Club, the average price of gasoline in Florida has dropped by 32 cents per gallon during the past 11 days, bringing the statewide average down to $3.61 per gallon. The decline comes as global energy markets reacted positively to signs that tensions involving Iran may be easing."Florida's state average is now the lowest since early March," said Mark Jenkins, spokesperson for AAA of Florida. "Lower gas prices come at an ideal time for summer travel and offer some financial relief...

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Property Tax Amendment Could Become Florida’s Biggest Election Issue in 2026

Florida's 2026 election cycle is beginning to revolve around an issue that affects nearly every homeowner in the state: property taxes.While the Governor's race...

Blaise Ingoglia Dominates Early Fundraising in Florida CFO Race

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia is widening his financial lead in the 2026 election cycle, building a campaign war chest that far exceeds the resources available to his Republican and Democratic opponents.New campaign finance reports covering the first...

DOME Briefing: Florida Elections Take Shape as Campaigns Shift Into General...

What Moves Florida Politics: Congressional Debates, Governor's Race Maneuvering, and Property Tax BattlesPublished: June 21, 2026As Florida's 2026 election cycle enters a new phase following candidate qualifying, campaigns are beginning to sharpen their messages, court endorsements, and prepare for...

Wasserman Schultz Defends CD-20 Bid as Rivals Question Run in Historically Black District

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz faced sharp criticism from Democratic opponents during a contentious congressional debate this week, defending her...

Progressive Challenger Oliver Larkin Lands Key Endorsements in Bid to Unseat...

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 Agnew, a former senior adviser to Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign.The endorsements strengthen Larkin's standing among...

James Uthmeier Launches Investigation Into MLB Over Alleged Religious Discrimination

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched a formal investigation into Major League Baseball, alleging the league may have selectively enforced its uniform policies against Christian players while allowing other forms of ideological and social messaging.On Thursday, Uthmeier announced...

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Progressive Challenger Oliver Larkin Lands Key Endorsements in Bid to Unseat Jared Moskowitz

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Jay Collins Questions Rivals’ Electability as GOP Governor’s Race Heats Up

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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 Agnew, a former senior adviser to Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign.The endorsements strengthen Larkin's standing among...

James Uthmeier Launches Investigation Into MLB Over Alleged Religious Discrimination

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched a formal investigation into Major League Baseball, alleging the league may have selectively enforced its uniform policies against Christian players while allowing other forms of ideological and social messaging.On Thursday, Uthmeier announced...

Jay Collins Questions Rivals’ Electability as GOP Governor’s Race Heats Up

Lt. Gov. Jay Collins is sharpening his contrast with fellow Republican gubernatorial candidates, arguing that some of his rivals are incapable of winning either the Republican nomination or the general election as he continues to make his case to...

Byron Donalds Scores Florida Farm Bureau Endorsement, Reinforcing Front-Runner Status in Governor’s Race

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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

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David Rivera’s Allies Offer Cash and Homes to Help Him Post Bail

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Florida Lawmakers Reach Final Budget Deal After Extended Negotiations

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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’

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