DeSantis signs $117 billion Florida budget after vetoing hundreds of spending projects
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a nearly $117 billion Florida budget after vetoing about $800 million in spending projects.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a nearly $117 billion Florida budget after vetoing about $800 million in spending projects.
Gov. DeSantis signs two bills in Bradenton to make it harder for local governments to raise property taxes
Gov. Ron DeSantis has made a large property tax cut ballot measure central to his message in his last year in office, and on Wednesday he signed two bills in line with that priority.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has made a large property tax cut ballot measure central to his message in his last year in office, and on Wednesday he signed two bills in line with that priority.
'Common Ground:' John Morgan announces winning name of new political party
Florida attorney John Morgan, of the Morgan & Morgan law firm, has revealed the name of the new political party he's starting.
Florida attorney John Morgan, of the Morgan & Morgan law firm, has revealed the name of the new political party he's starting.
New Florida laws take effect July 1: Here’s what to know
There are nearly 90 new laws that are going into effect on July 1, 2026, in Florida.
There are nearly 90 new laws that are going into effect on July 1, 2026, in Florida.
Lawsuit challenges ballot language for Florida property tax amendment
Two former Florida mayors and a nonprofit organization have filed a lawsuit challenging the ballot language for a proposed constitutional amendment that would dramatically expand Florida's homestead property tax exemption.
Two former Florida mayors and a nonprofit organization have filed a lawsuit challenging the ballot language for a proposed constitutional amendment that would dramatically expand Florida's homestead property tax exemption.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings on cancer fight: Prognosis is good
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings recently revealed that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and would be undergoing treatment soon. He will finish his term as mayor, and has suspended his campaign for governor in order to focus on his health, treatment, and family. He talked with FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt about his diagnosis, why he shared it, and the prognosis.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings recently revealed that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and would be undergoing treatment soon. He will finish his term as mayor, and has suspended his campaign for governor in order to focus on his health, treatment, and family. He talked with FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt about his diagnosis, why he shared it, and the prognosis.
Florida Supreme Court lets new congressional map stand for 2026 elections
Florida's newly redrawn congressional map will remain in effect for this year's midterm elections after the state Supreme Court declined to intervene in an ongoing legal challenge.
Florida's newly redrawn congressional map will remain in effect for this year's midterm elections after the state Supreme Court declined to intervene in an ongoing legal challenge.
Are 'AI Slop' ads the future of Florida politics?
Rishi Bagga, Democratic Analyst and Political Strategist joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the rise in political campaign ads generated with artificial intelligence, especially in the Florida Governor's Race, with Lt. Governor Jay Collins attacking Trump-endorsed Republican Congressman Byron Donalds and Spencer Pratt putting out a slew of AI ads in his campaign for the Mayor of Los Angeles.
Rishi Bagga, Democratic Analyst and Political Strategist joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the rise in political campaign ads generated with artificial intelligence, especially in the Florida Governor's Race, with Lt. Governor Jay Collins attacking Trump-endorsed Republican Congressman Byron Donalds and Spencer Pratt putting out a slew of AI ads in his campaign for the Mayor of Los Angeles.
Jerry Demings drops Fla. Gov. bid amid cancer diagnosis
John Hanley, UCF Political Science Lecturer joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the impact of Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings' exit from Florida's Gubernatorial race just weeks away from the Democratic Primary, which likely pushes former Florida Congressman David Jolly to the frontrunner's position, where he would face off against Congressman Byron Donalds, former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins or James Fishback.
John Hanley, UCF Political Science Lecturer joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the impact of Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings' exit from Florida's Gubernatorial race just weeks away from the Democratic Primary, which likely pushes former Florida Congressman David Jolly to the frontrunner's position, where he would face off against Congressman Byron Donalds, former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins or James Fishback.
Fla. Republican calls out DeSantis' property tax cuts
Jeff Brandes, President of the Florida Policy Project and former Republican State Senator joins FOX 35 via Zoom to analyze Governor Ron DeSantis' proposal to cut property taxes, which Brandes calls 'throwing a grenade into the state constitution and seeing if it goes off.'
Jeff Brandes, President of the Florida Policy Project and former Republican State Senator joins FOX 35 via Zoom to analyze Governor Ron DeSantis' proposal to cut property taxes, which Brandes calls 'throwing a grenade into the state constitution and seeing if it goes off.'
DeSantis' property tax proposal brings more questions
Rep. Dr. Anna Eskamani, a Democrat representing Orlando in the Florida House of Representatives joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to respond to Governor Ron DeSantis' proposal to eliminate and cut property taxes in Florida, which she says left her with more questions as to how essential services like fire, law enforcement and schools will stay operational.
Rep. Dr. Anna Eskamani, a Democrat representing Orlando in the Florida House of Representatives joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to respond to Governor Ron DeSantis' proposal to eliminate and cut property taxes in Florida, which she says left her with more questions as to how essential services like fire, law enforcement and schools will stay operational.
Florida Dems support Rep. Darren Soto amid congressional redistricting
The congressional seat of Florida Rep. Darren Soto, FL-9, could be eliminated due to congressional redistricting proposed and signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Though several lawsuits are currently contesting the redrawn map, the new map could make it difficult for Soto to have a congressional seat again.
The congressional seat of Florida Rep. Darren Soto, FL-9, could be eliminated due to congressional redistricting proposed and signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Though several lawsuits are currently contesting the redrawn map, the new map could make it difficult for Soto to have a congressional seat again.
Florida attorney John Morgan offering $100K to name his new political party
John Morgan, the founder of the Morgan & Morgan law firm, is offering $100,000 to the person who can come up with a name for the new political party he's creating.
John Morgan, the founder of the Morgan & Morgan law firm, is offering $100,000 to the person who can come up with a name for the new political party he's creating.
Will DeSantis run it back in 2028 Presidential race?
Aubrey Jewett, UCF Associate Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' chances in the 2028 Presidential Race to succeed Donald Trump amid the Governor's nationwide tour, and to talk the state of the Florida Governor's race with new polling data showing Byron Donalds expanding his lead in the Republican primary.
Aubrey Jewett, UCF Associate Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' chances in the 2028 Presidential Race to succeed Donald Trump amid the Governor's nationwide tour, and to talk the state of the Florida Governor's race with new polling data showing Byron Donalds expanding his lead in the Republican primary.
Florida lawmakers approve congressional redistricting map in majority vote: Government leaders respond
Following the recent passing of a congressional redistricting map, U.S. legislators and state organizations are responding to the upcoming potential changes.
Following the recent passing of a congressional redistricting map, U.S. legislators and state organizations are responding to the upcoming potential changes.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson | Full speech
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson delivered remarks ahead of President Donald Trump's speech in The Villages, Florida.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson delivered remarks ahead of President Donald Trump's speech in The Villages, Florida.
Florida House, Senate pass Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposed redrawn congressional map
Florida House and Senate passed a redrawn congressional map that could allow the GOP to gain four additional seats.
Florida House and Senate passed a redrawn congressional map that could allow the GOP to gain four additional seats.
Rep. Cory Mills faces new Republican challenger for Florida's 7th District
Florida Rep. Cory Mills could have another challenger for his seat in Congress.
Florida Rep. Cory Mills could have another challenger for his seat in Congress.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis adds more GOP seats in congress redistricting map
In a proposed re-drawing of congressional seats in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis created four more GOP seats. The new maps could be up for a vote in both chambers by Wednesday, April 29.
In a proposed re-drawing of congressional seats in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis created four more GOP seats. The new maps could be up for a vote in both chambers by Wednesday, April 29.
Gov. DeSantis' new Florida map adds 4 GOP seats
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis released his proposed map for Florida's mid-decade redistricting, which would add 4 Republican-leaning districts, putting 4 Florida Democrats on the chopping block in their Congressional Delegation. Dr. John Sacher, a UCF History Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down this new map and what it means for Florida as the State Legislature prepares to enter a Special Session on redistricting.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis released his proposed map for Florida's mid-decade redistricting, which would add 4 Republican-leaning districts, putting 4 Florida Democrats on the chopping block in their Congressional Delegation. Dr. John Sacher, a UCF History Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down this new map and what it means for Florida as the State Legislature prepares to enter a Special Session on redistricting.