Carlos Garin
Carlos Garin is a reporter for The Florida Pundit specializing in Florida politics, elections, government accountability, and public policy. His background includes television journalism and a campaign for Miami-Dade Mayor, providing unique insight into the political and policy issues affecting Floridians.
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Politics
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,...
Politics
Ingoglia Targets Osceola County Budget, Identifies $165 Million in Alleged Wasteful Spending
ST. CLOUD, Fla. — Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia identified more than $165 million in what he described as excessive and wasteful spending...
Politics
New Poll Shows David Jolly Running Competitively Against Byron Donalds in Florida Governor’s Race
A newly released statewide poll shows Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly running within striking distance of Republican frontrunner Byron Donalds, offering Democrats a rare...
Politics
Florida Property Tax Cut Could Cost Local Governments Nearly $12 Billion, State Analysis Finds
📌 Quick Facts• First-year local government impact: $4.9 billion• Fifth-year projected impact: Nearly $12 billion• Applies to: Homestead properties• Election Date: November 3, 2026• Required to pass: 60% voter approval
Elections
10 Biggest Surprises From Florida’s 2026 Candidate Qualifying Week
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Candidate qualifying week is one of the most consequential periods in Florida politics. After months of speculation, fundraising, and political maneuvering,...
Elections
Byron Donalds Holds Early Lead as Florida Governor Race Takes Shape
Florida's race to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis is beginning to take shape, and U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds appears to be entering the next phase...
Elections
10 Candidates Qualify for Battle to Replace Frederica Wilson in Florida’s Congressional District 24
The race to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson is officially underway, with 10 candidates qualifying for Florida's 24th Congressional District and setting the...
Politics
House Advances DeSantis Property Tax Plan While Shielding School Funding
A Florida House committee has advanced Gov. Ron DeSantis' property tax proposal while adding new protections for public school funding, setting up what could...
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