DOME Briefing: Property Taxes, Governor’s Race, and Florida’s Political Future

What Moves Florida Politics

June 13, 2026

Good Morning, Florida.

Property taxes, government spending, and the race to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis continue to dominate Florida’s political conversation as candidates sharpen their messages and state leaders push competing visions for the future.

🏛️ DOME is The Florida Pundit’s daily briefing on the people, policies, campaigns, and controversies shaping Florida politics.


🏛️ UNDER THE DOME

Florida Property Tax Reform Moves Closer to Voters

A major property tax proposal backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis continues advancing through the Legislature, with lawmakers adding protections for public school funding while moving the constitutional amendment closer to the ballot.

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Blaise Ingoglia Identifies $470 Million in Miami-Dade ‘Wasteful Spending’

Florida’s Chief Financial Officer says Miami-Dade County could reduce spending and provide meaningful property tax relief to homeowners after identifying hundreds of millions in what he calls excessive spending.

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🗳️ ELECTION WATCH

Governor’s Race Begins Taking Shape

Byron Donalds remains the Republican frontrunner while David Jolly and running mate Gwen Graham continue building a statewide Democratic campaign. Former House Speaker Paul Renner is also officially on the ballot.

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Byron Donalds Targets ‘Radical Democrats’ in New Campaign Ad

The Trump-endorsed candidate is emphasizing property tax relief, parental rights, and healthcare choice as he seeks to unite Republicans ahead of the primary.

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Cory Mills Launches Re-Election Campaign

The Republican congressman is highlighting military service, national security leadership, and constituent services as challengers prepare for a competitive election cycle.

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💰 MONEY TRAIL

Property Taxes Emerge as Florida’s Defining Political Issue

From Tallahassee to county governments, tax relief and government spending are becoming central themes in statewide campaigns and legislative debates.

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🐊 THE SWAMP

José Javier Rodríguez Criticizes Uthmeier’s Jacksonville Investigations

The Democratic Attorney General candidate is accusing Attorney General James Uthmeier of political overreach, while Uthmeier continues defending state oversight efforts.

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🔎 INVESTIGATIONS

Government Spending Remains Under the Microscope

State officials continue examining local government budgets across Florida as property tax reform and taxpayer accountability remain at the forefront of political debate.

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👀 WHAT’S NEXT

Florida political insiders will be watching:

✔ Property tax amendment developments

✔ Governor’s race endorsements

✔ Campaign fundraising reports

✔ Congressional candidate announcements

✔ Attorney General race activity

✔ Local government spending debates


📌 RELATED COVERAGE

➡️ Blaise Ingoglia Identifies $470 Million in ‘Wasteful Spending’ in Miami-Dade Budget

➡️ House Advances DeSantis Property Tax Plan While Shielding School Funding

➡️ Florida Governor Race 2026: Where Donalds, Jolly and Renner Stand Tonight

➡️ David Jolly Taps Gwen Graham as Running Mate

➡️ Byron Donalds Targets ‘Radical Democrats’ in New Campaign Ad

➡️ Cory Mills Officially Qualifies for Re-Election

➡️ José Javier Rodríguez Frames Uthmeier’s Jacksonville Probes as Overreach


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