Fox Power Rankings show Democrats are Gaining Ground in Key Florida Races
Competition is heating up in Central Florida’s congressional races. A recent Fox News poll forecasts tighter contests in both District 7 and District 9. Independent political analyst Rich Rubino joins Good Day Orlando to break down why we’re seeing these shifting trends.
Competition is heating up in Central Florida’s congressional races. A recent Fox News poll forecasts tighter contests in both District 7 and District 9. Independent political analyst Rich Rubino joins Good Day Orlando to break down why we’re seeing these shifting trends.
POLITICS OF AI: Why Emerging Tech Is Shaping the Midterms
Artificial intelligence is fast becoming a core campaign issue ahead of the midterms. As members of Congress pitch voters at home, state leaders, including Governor Ron DeSantis are pressing for tougher state-level regulations. Political analyst Dr. Larry Walker joins us to discuss why AI is top of mind for voters.
Artificial intelligence is fast becoming a core campaign issue ahead of the midterms. As members of Congress pitch voters at home, state leaders, including Governor Ron DeSantis are pressing for tougher state-level regulations. Political analyst Dr. Larry Walker joins us to discuss why AI is top of mind for voters.
David Jolly, Ashley Moody reject election debates
Davd Jolly, the democratic nominee for Florida governor, announced yesterday that he will not debate Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds, despite both campaigns previously expressing intentions to share a debate stage. Dr. John Sacher, UCF History Professor, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down what comes next.
Davd Jolly, the democratic nominee for Florida governor, announced yesterday that he will not debate Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds, despite both campaigns previously expressing intentions to share a debate stage. Dr. John Sacher, UCF History Professor, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down what comes next.
Florida governor candidates differ on AI, data centers and property taxes
With Election Day less than two months away, both major-party candidates for Florida governor are making their case to Central Florida voters.
With Election Day less than two months away, both major-party candidates for Florida governor are making their case to Central Florida voters.
Congressman Mike Haridopolos warns of AI regulations
Congressman Mike Haridopolos joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the need for government policy and regulations as AI evolves.
Congressman Mike Haridopolos joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the need for government policy and regulations as AI evolves.
Florida attorney general sues Netflix over data collection and children's privacy claims
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is expanding his legal campaign against major technology companies, this time targeting Netflix over its advertising practices and children's privacy protections.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is expanding his legal campaign against major technology companies, this time targeting Netflix over its advertising practices and children's privacy protections.
Could Florida redistricting backfire on Republicans?
Dr. John Sacher, UCF History Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Florida Republicans' redistricting efforts and the chance their redrawn districts meant to increase the number of seats the GOP holds in Congress could backfire with several races and whether the Blue Wave other states are seeing will be a tsunami or a little ripple in November.
Dr. John Sacher, UCF History Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Florida Republicans' redistricting efforts and the chance their redrawn districts meant to increase the number of seats the GOP holds in Congress could backfire with several races and whether the Blue Wave other states are seeing will be a tsunami or a little ripple in November.
Grand jury finds $10 million in Hope Florida funds 'misappropriated,' but no one charged
Florida Democrats are calling for additional investigations and the resignations of two top state officials after a leaked grand jury report found that $10 million from a Medicaid settlement was “misappropriated" before money ultimately flowed to political committees.
Florida Democrats are calling for additional investigations and the resignations of two top state officials after a leaked grand jury report found that $10 million from a Medicaid settlement was “misappropriated" before money ultimately flowed to political committees.
Byron Donalds picks state Sen. Bryan Avila as running mate in Florida governor’s race
Republican gubernatorial nominee Byron Donalds has selected state Sen. Bryan Avila of Miami as his running mate, adding a South Florida lawmaker and military veteran to the GOP ticket.
Republican gubernatorial nominee Byron Donalds has selected state Sen. Bryan Avila of Miami as his running mate, adding a South Florida lawmaker and military veteran to the GOP ticket.
Why every Maxwell Frost endorsement won their election
Florida Democratic Congressman Maxwell Frost joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to break down his slate of political endorsements in the 2026 Primary Elections, where every single candidate he endorsed, from Orange County School Board members to US Senate Candidate Angie Nixon and Florida Governor candidate David Jolly won their primaries and are heading to the General Election in November on the Democratic ticket.
Florida Democratic Congressman Maxwell Frost joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to break down his slate of political endorsements in the 2026 Primary Elections, where every single candidate he endorsed, from Orange County School Board members to US Senate Candidate Angie Nixon and Florida Governor candidate David Jolly won their primaries and are heading to the General Election in November on the Democratic ticket.
Florida Gov. candidate wants a new state income tax
Independent Florida Governor candidate Frank Russo joins FOX 35's Hayden Wiggs live via Zoom to break down his proposal for a 9.9% income tax on taxable personal income over $1 million, which he wants to go to first responders, infrastructure and teachers.
Independent Florida Governor candidate Frank Russo joins FOX 35's Hayden Wiggs live via Zoom to break down his proposal for a 9.9% income tax on taxable personal income over $1 million, which he wants to go to first responders, infrastructure and teachers.
Randy Fine fights to keep Florida's District-6: 'Ran against evil'
Congressman Randy Fine spoke with Good Day Orlando's John Brown about his primary election win days after one of his campaigns signs was vandalized with swastika symbol. Fine said he's a fighter who works hard. "I fight on everything. I fight as hard if you haven't gotten your veterans benefits or your social security benefits as I do to make sure we deport every illegal immigrant," Fine said. "...I go and I work as hard as I can everyday to what I believe is right."
Congressman Randy Fine spoke with Good Day Orlando's John Brown about his primary election win days after one of his campaigns signs was vandalized with swastika symbol. Fine said he's a fighter who works hard. "I fight on everything. I fight as hard if you haven't gotten your veterans benefits or your social security benefits as I do to make sure we deport every illegal immigrant," Fine said. "...I go and I work as hard as I can everyday to what I believe is right."
Angie Nixon upsets Alex Vindman in Fla. Senate Primary
Florida Democrat, State Representative Angie Nixon joins FOX 35's Hayden Wiggs live via Zoom off her upset win over Alex Vindman in Florida's primary election for U.S. Senate to discuss her winning campaign, platform and plan to defeat incumbent Republican Senator Ashley Moody in November.
Florida Democrat, State Representative Angie Nixon joins FOX 35's Hayden Wiggs live via Zoom off her upset win over Alex Vindman in Florida's primary election for U.S. Senate to discuss her winning campaign, platform and plan to defeat incumbent Republican Senator Ashley Moody in November.
Sanford Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach talks city's community
The city of Sanford's newly Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach sat down with Good Day Orlando's Stephanie Rivas to discuss what makes Sanford special. Hollerbach, whose family owns the popular Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in downtown Sanford, described the community aspect of the city, one she hold dear. She discussed the city's events that create the sense of community and "amplifying" ways to continue to connect.
The city of Sanford's newly Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach sat down with Good Day Orlando's Stephanie Rivas to discuss what makes Sanford special. Hollerbach, whose family owns the popular Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in downtown Sanford, described the community aspect of the city, one she hold dear. She discussed the city's events that create the sense of community and "amplifying" ways to continue to connect.
GOP primary nominee Dan Green to face Rep. Darren Soto for Florida's Congressional District 9
Dan Green (R) will compete against Congressman Darren Soto (D) in the 2026 Florida general election in November. Green was leading his next closest opponent, Ben Butler, by 1.5%. Some counties have yet to report mail-in ballots, according to the Florida Department of Elections.
Dan Green (R) will compete against Congressman Darren Soto (D) in the 2026 Florida general election in November. Green was leading his next closest opponent, Ben Butler, by 1.5%. Some counties have yet to report mail-in ballots, according to the Florida Department of Elections.
Bale Dalton on the Democrats' path to winning FL-7
Bale Dalton, former NASA Chief of Staff and Democratic nominee for Florida's 7th Congressional District joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down his primary win and outline his campaign's path to the November General Election, where he will face Republican Ryan Elijah.
Bale Dalton, former NASA Chief of Staff and Democratic nominee for Florida's 7th Congressional District joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down his primary win and outline his campaign's path to the November General Election, where he will face Republican Ryan Elijah.
Trump endorses Republican Ryan Elijah for FL-7
Ryan Elijah, Republican candidate for Florida's 7th Congressional District joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson live via Zoom to break down his primary victory over incumbent Congressman Cory Mills and to outline his plan for the rest of his campaign in the leadup to the November General Election.
Ryan Elijah, Republican candidate for Florida's 7th Congressional District joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson live via Zoom to break down his primary victory over incumbent Congressman Cory Mills and to outline his plan for the rest of his campaign in the leadup to the November General Election.
Incumbent Randy Fine wins GOP primary in Florida District 6; advances to face Democrat Eric Yonce
Congressman Randy Fine (R) will face off against Eric Yonce (D) in the 2026 Florida general election in November for the District 6 seat.
Congressman Randy Fine (R) will face off against Eric Yonce (D) in the 2026 Florida general election in November for the District 6 seat.
Seth Harp to challenge Kat Cammack for Florida's 3rd Congressional District
Seth Harp (D) will face off against Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R) in the 2026 Florida general election in November for the District 3 seat.
Seth Harp (D) will face off against Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R) in the 2026 Florida general election in November for the District 3 seat.
Ryan Elijah secures primary win; Facing Bale Dalton for District 7 seat
Ryan Elijah (R) will face off against Bale Dalton (D) in the 2026 Florida general election in November for the District 7 seat.
Ryan Elijah (R) will face off against Bale Dalton (D) in the 2026 Florida general election in November for the District 7 seat.