Time for a full-time Florida legislature?
Dr. Bob Jarvis, a law professor at Nova Southeastern University joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss his advocacy for making Florida's current part-time legislature a full-time, year-round governing body in Tallahassee. As it stands now, Florida's State Representatives and State Senators meet only for a 60-day session, which hasn't been enough time to pass a state budget in either of the last two regular sessions under Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, House Speaker Danny Perez and Senate President Ben Albritton despite Republican supermajorities in both houses of the state legislature.
Dr. Bob Jarvis, a law professor at Nova Southeastern University joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss his advocacy for making Florida's current part-time legislature a full-time, year-round governing body in Tallahassee. As it stands now, Florida's State Representatives and State Senators meet only for a 60-day session, which hasn't been enough time to pass a state budget in either of the last two regular sessions under Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, House Speaker Danny Perez and Senate President Ben Albritton despite Republican supermajorities in both houses of the state legislature.
10k anti-Trump No Kings protestors expected in Orlando
Corey Hill, one of the lead organizers of the City of Orlando's anti-Trump No Kings Protests joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the reasoning behind the protests and the organizations' goals in calling out the actions of the Trump Administration, from ICE operations to the Iran War.
Corey Hill, one of the lead organizers of the City of Orlando's anti-Trump No Kings Protests joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the reasoning behind the protests and the organizations' goals in calling out the actions of the Trump Administration, from ICE operations to the Iran War.
Could a deal come between Trump, Cuban president?
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel addressed ongoing conversations with the Trump administration this morning, marking the first time Cuba confirmed speculation of talks between them and the U.S. Nora Gamez-Torres, Cuba and Latin American Policy Reporter with the Miami Herald joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the context of these ongoing discussions, Cuba trying to avoid military action while dealing with ongoing blackouts due to the U.S. pressuring nations supplying oil and fuel to Cuba.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel addressed ongoing conversations with the Trump administration this morning, marking the first time Cuba confirmed speculation of talks between them and the U.S. Nora Gamez-Torres, Cuba and Latin American Policy Reporter with the Miami Herald joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the context of these ongoing discussions, Cuba trying to avoid military action while dealing with ongoing blackouts due to the U.S. pressuring nations supplying oil and fuel to Cuba.
Florida moving toward stricter voting requirements: What you need to know
Florida is moving closer to requiring voters to prove citizenship at the ballot box, but the new rules would not take effect until after the 2026 elections.
Florida is moving closer to requiring voters to prove citizenship at the ballot box, but the new rules would not take effect until after the 2026 elections.
Rep. Anna Eskamani's farewell to Florida Legislature
State Representative Anna V. Eskamani, a Democrat representing Orlando in the Florida House of Representatives delivers her farewell speech on the House floor, thanking her family, mentors, colleagues and friends during her time in the legislature as she is term-limited from the State Legislature. Eskamani has filed paperwork to succeed Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer after his final term in the 2027 election cycle.
State Representative Anna V. Eskamani, a Democrat representing Orlando in the Florida House of Representatives delivers her farewell speech on the House floor, thanking her family, mentors, colleagues and friends during her time in the legislature as she is term-limited from the State Legislature. Eskamani has filed paperwork to succeed Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer after his final term in the 2027 election cycle.
Florida lawmakers still negotiating budget as session deadline approaches
With just over a week remaining in Florida’s scheduled legislative session, House and Senate leaders have not yet begun formal negotiations on a final state budget.
With just over a week remaining in Florida’s scheduled legislative session, House and Senate leaders have not yet begun formal negotiations on a final state budget.
Florida Supreme Court rejects bid to block DeSantis redistricting push
The Florida Supreme Court has unanimously rejected a legal challenge seeking to block Gov. Ron DeSantis from pursuing a redraw of the state’s congressional districts.
The Florida Supreme Court has unanimously rejected a legal challenge seeking to block Gov. Ron DeSantis from pursuing a redraw of the state’s congressional districts.
New Florida rule could restrict HIV medication access
The Florida Department of Health has issued emergency rules that could sharply restrict access to HIV medications for thousands of residents.
The Florida Department of Health has issued emergency rules that could sharply restrict access to HIV medications for thousands of residents.
Florida pushing for informed consent, exemptions when it comes to vaccines for schoolchildren
Florida’s Senate Health Policy Committee narrowly advanced a bill that would expand vaccine exemptions for schoolchildren, sparking a heated debate over parental rights and public health. Champions of the measure, such as Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis, says the measure empowers families.
Florida’s Senate Health Policy Committee narrowly advanced a bill that would expand vaccine exemptions for schoolchildren, sparking a heated debate over parental rights and public health. Champions of the measure, such as Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis, says the measure empowers families.
Gov. Ron DeSantis: Embracing home schooling, charter schools with school choice
PRESS CONFERENCE | At Grace Christian School in Valrico on Jan. 28, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis supported school choice -- advocating for home schooling and charter school, including Schools of Hope -- as well as announcing scholarships for students attending these schools.
PRESS CONFERENCE | At Grace Christian School in Valrico on Jan. 28, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis supported school choice -- advocating for home schooling and charter school, including Schools of Hope -- as well as announcing scholarships for students attending these schools.
Gov. Ron DeSantis: 'Assisting DHS with enforcement'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the state's immigration enforcement and removal, saying he's "making sure all state and local law enforcement have a duty to assist DHS with interior enforcement."
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the state's immigration enforcement and removal, saying he's "making sure all state and local law enforcement have a duty to assist DHS with interior enforcement."
Gov. Ron DeSantis: Positive cooperation with ICE agents
Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement involved shootings after a man died in Minneapolis on Jan. 24. DeSantis said Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Gov. Tim Walz are "trying to sabotage the enforcement operation." He said they're creating a toxic environment to incite people. DeSantis said Florida will continue cooperating positively with ICE.
Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement involved shootings after a man died in Minneapolis on Jan. 24. DeSantis said Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Gov. Tim Walz are "trying to sabotage the enforcement operation." He said they're creating a toxic environment to incite people. DeSantis said Florida will continue cooperating positively with ICE.
Paul Renner wants to be Free State of Florida Governor
Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth sit-down discussion on entering the 2026 Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis, his history of service in the US Navy in the Gulf War, a public prosecutor and in the Florida House of Representatives, his plans for school choice and continuing the Free State of Florida initiative he pioneered with Governor Ron DeSantis if he wins the Governor's race. Paul Renner will face Trump-endorsed Byron Donalds and Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins in the Republican Primary, and face off with former Congressman David Jolly and Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings on the Democratic side of the ticket.
Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth sit-down discussion on entering the 2026 Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis, his history of service in the US Navy in the Gulf War, a public prosecutor and in the Florida House of Representatives, his plans for school choice and continuing the Free State of Florida initiative he pioneered with Governor Ron DeSantis if he wins the Governor's race. Paul Renner will face Trump-endorsed Byron Donalds and Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins in the Republican Primary, and face off with former Congressman David Jolly and Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings on the Democratic side of the ticket.
David Jolly on Democrats' path to 2026 Florida Governor
Former Congressman David Jolly joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth, sit-down interview to discuss entering the 2026 Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis, fix Florida's affordability crisis, illegal immigration enforecement, his plans for Florida and his path to victory as a Democrat after serving as a Republican in Congress. David Jolly will face Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings in the Democratic Primary, and Trump-endorsed Byron Donalds, Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on the Republican side of the ticket.
Former Congressman David Jolly joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth, sit-down interview to discuss entering the 2026 Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis, fix Florida's affordability crisis, illegal immigration enforecement, his plans for Florida and his path to victory as a Democrat after serving as a Republican in Congress. David Jolly will face Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings in the Democratic Primary, and Trump-endorsed Byron Donalds, Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on the Republican side of the ticket.
Byron Donalds on the 2026 Florida Governor's Race
Congressman Byron Donalds joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth, sit-down interview to discuss entering the Florida Governor's Race in 2026 to succeed Ron DeSantis, earning President Trump's endorsement, fixing Florida's affordability crisis and working with the Trump administration to continue Florida's strong position on arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants. Byron Donalds will face off with former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner and Ron DeSantis' Lieutenat Governor Jay Collins in the Republican Primary and would stand to face Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings or former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket.
Congressman Byron Donalds joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth, sit-down interview to discuss entering the Florida Governor's Race in 2026 to succeed Ron DeSantis, earning President Trump's endorsement, fixing Florida's affordability crisis and working with the Trump administration to continue Florida's strong position on arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants. Byron Donalds will face off with former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner and Ron DeSantis' Lieutenat Governor Jay Collins in the Republican Primary and would stand to face Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings or former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket.
Jerry Demings says Dems can win Florida Governor's race
Orange County Mayor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an exclusive, in-depth discussion on entering the Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis in 2026. Mayor Demings breaks down his reasons for entering the race, his plans to fight for local governments' rights after high tensions between Orange County and the Governor's Office over different local programs and immigration enforcement and the Democrats' path to victory in Florida in 2026. Jerry Demings faces off with former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket, and the winner of the Democratic Primary will likely face off with Trump-endorsed Congressman Byron Donalds, Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins or former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on the Republican side of the aisle.
Orange County Mayor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an exclusive, in-depth discussion on entering the Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis in 2026. Mayor Demings breaks down his reasons for entering the race, his plans to fight for local governments' rights after high tensions between Orange County and the Governor's Office over different local programs and immigration enforcement and the Democrats' path to victory in Florida in 2026. Jerry Demings faces off with former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket, and the winner of the Democratic Primary will likely face off with Trump-endorsed Congressman Byron Donalds, Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins or former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on the Republican side of the aisle.
Florida Rep. Angie Nixon launches Senate bid against Ashley Moody, citing affordability crisis
State Rep. Angie Nixon, D-Jacksonville, officially launched her campaign Thursday to challenge U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody, R-Fla., in the November election.
State Rep. Angie Nixon, D-Jacksonville, officially launched her campaign Thursday to challenge U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody, R-Fla., in the November election.
Florida AG says minority preference, quota laws are discriminatory; won’t defend them
Attorney General James Uthmeier’s legal opinion on Florida’s anti-racism laws is drawing sharp criticism from Democratic lawmakers.
Attorney General James Uthmeier’s legal opinion on Florida’s anti-racism laws is drawing sharp criticism from Democratic lawmakers.
Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Florida candidate for governor proposes 50% OnlyFans tax
A Republican candidate for Florida governor says he would seek to impose a 50% income tax on OnlyFans creators who live in the state, arguing the measure would deter participation on the platform and generate revenue for education.
A Republican candidate for Florida governor says he would seek to impose a 50% income tax on OnlyFans creators who live in the state, arguing the measure would deter participation on the platform and generate revenue for education.