Gov. Ron DeSantis hits Byron Donalds, boosts wife in Florida governor speculation

Who could be the Florida governor after Ron DeSantis finishes his second term? The jockeying is underway with President Donald Trump firing the first shot. 

Who will replace Gov. DeSantis as Florida governor? New poll considers potential candidates

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been elected twice to lead the Sunshine State – and will become term limited when his term ends in 2026. However, recent media reports and political pundits speculated whether his wife, First Lady Casey DeSantis would be interested in running to succeed him.

Poll results: Who will be the next Florida governor?
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A recent poll from the University of North Florida found Casey DeSantis, the First Lady of Florida, is an early favorite in next year's governor race. Out of the more than 800 people poled, DeSantis had a 30% favorability rating.

Senator Danny Burgess files bill to improve flood mitigation ahead of hurricane season

Florida State Senator Danny Burgess has introduced legislation aimed at improving flood mitigation efforts by requiring local governments to inspect stormwater management systems before each hurricane season.

DeSantis proposes pay raise for law enforcement, firefighters
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Gov. Ron DeSantis is proposing nearly $120 million to support a pay raise for state law enforcement officers and firefighters in Florida. The governor made the announcement on Friday during a news conference in Ponte Vedra Beach to show his support for law enforcement.

Governor proposes pay check bump for law enforcement officers
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Law enforcement officers could soon get a nig bump to their paychecks. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis talked about the raises today, while also talking about how many officers have recently moved to the state from other areas.

DeSantis: Florida now has 'toughest' immigration enforcement laws in the United States

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a number of bills into law on Thursday that seek to address immigration enforcement in the state – and in step with President Donald Trump's efforts to tackle immigration enforcement across the nation. Florida now has the “toughest" state laws on immigration enforcement in the United States of America, Gov. DeSantis said.

Florida sheriff addresses illegal immigration in the state
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Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd joins the FOX 35 News team live to talk about his push to put more power in the hands of local law enforcement to help battle illegal immigration.

Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at Miami International Boat Show
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at the Miami International Boat Show ribbon-cutting ceremony. The ceremony featured elected officials, community leaders and industry executives.

Gov. Ron DeSantis sides with Trump's FEMA overhaul plan
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Gov. Ron DeSantis is getting behind President Donald Trump's pledge to overhaul the way FEMA operates. Trump's Jan. 24 executive order calls for a "full scale review" of FEMA.

New special session on immigration begins today
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After a bitter few weeks in Tallahassee, Gov. Ron DeSantis says he and Florida Republicans now have a deal on legislation concerning illegal immigration. Today, lawmakers will come back to the table for another special session.

DeSantis signs immigration enforcement deal with Trump White House; Florida second state to do so

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced a new partnership between the Florida Highway Patrol and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to enhance immigration enforcement within the state.

Who is Jeanette Nunez, Florida International University's interim president?

Jeanette Nuñez has confirmed that she has been selected as interim president of Florida International University by the school's board of trustees.

Rep. Darren Soto speaks on federal funding freeze
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U.S. Rep Darren Soto hosted a press conference Friday morning in which he slammed the Trump administration for its attempt to illegally defund programs in Central Florida and across the country.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shares plans for illegal immigration
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed his plans to address illegal immigration at a press conference hosted at 11 a.m. on Friday in Destin.

Volusia County Sheriff's Office making changes following President Trump's immigration reform policies

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said he has implemented changes within the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office to better provide federal agencies with information on undocumented immigrants arrested for criminal behaviors.

Gov. DeSantis promises to veto TRUMP Act immigration bill

Governor Ron DeSantis promised during a press conference Wednesday morning that he would be vetoing the TRUMP Act bill when it comes across his desk.