Ethics probe into Matt Gaetz reviewing allegations of sexual misconduct, illicit drug use
The House Ethics Committee on Tuesday gave an unusual public update into its long-running investigation of Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., saying its review now includes whether Gaetz engaged in sexual misconduct and illicit drug use, accepted improper gifts and sought to obstruct government investigations of his conduct.
The House Ethics Committee on Tuesday gave an unusual public update into its long-running investigation of Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., saying its review now includes whether Gaetz engaged in sexual misconduct and illicit drug use, accepted improper gifts and sought to obstruct government investigations of his conduct.
Democrats lock up Florida legislative seats, running unopposed ahead of Friday deadline
Eleven candidates, mostly incumbents, won legislative races Friday as they did not draw opponents before a qualifying deadline, while the Florida Democratic Party hit a goal of having candidates vie for every seat up for election.
Eleven candidates, mostly incumbents, won legislative races Friday as they did not draw opponents before a qualifying deadline, while the Florida Democratic Party hit a goal of having candidates vie for every seat up for election.
DeSantis slams ruling overturning Florida law on gender-affirming care
Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state will appeal a ruling by a federal judge invalidating much of a Florida law that banned minors from receiving gender-affirming care and placed restrictions on adults seeking such treatment.
Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state will appeal a ruling by a federal judge invalidating much of a Florida law that banned minors from receiving gender-affirming care and placed restrictions on adults seeking such treatment.
Advocates of gender-affirming care react after judge strikes down Florida law: 'Gives people a lot of hope'
A federal judge has struck down a Florida law that bans minors from receiving gender-affirming care. The law also places restrictions on adults trying to access care.
A federal judge has struck down a Florida law that bans minors from receiving gender-affirming care. The law also places restrictions on adults trying to access care.
Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson eyes State Senate seat
Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson has filed paperwork to run for a state Senate seat after dropping a bid for the U.S. Senate, according to the Florida Division of Elections website.
Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson has filed paperwork to run for a state Senate seat after dropping a bid for the U.S. Senate, according to the Florida Division of Elections website.
Florida parents sue over sex education bill, alleging First Amendment violations
A group of Florida parents has filed a lawsuit against the DeSantis administration’s Board of Education, alleging a law that will go into effect in July violates their First Amendment rights.
A group of Florida parents has filed a lawsuit against the DeSantis administration’s Board of Education, alleging a law that will go into effect in July violates their First Amendment rights.
Florida, Kansas officials accuse 2 people of forging signatures for petition drives
Florida and Kansas officials are accusing two petition circulators of forging voter signatures during campaigns to put an abortion rights measure to a vote in Florida and allow the No Labels party to put candidates on the Kansas ballot.
Florida and Kansas officials are accusing two petition circulators of forging voter signatures during campaigns to put an abortion rights measure to a vote in Florida and allow the No Labels party to put candidates on the Kansas ballot.
Florida Supreme Court denies former State Attorney Monique Worrell's petition against Gov. DeSantis
The Florida Supreme Court denied Monique Worrell's petition against Governor Ron DeSantis following her suspension in 2023.
The Florida Supreme Court denied Monique Worrell's petition against Governor Ron DeSantis following her suspension in 2023.
War of words erupts between Florida Democratic lawmakers over residency claims
A fiery exchange unfolded Wednesday between former State Senator Randolph Bracy and current Senator Geraldine Thompson, both Democrats. The dispute centered on allegations that Thompson does not reside in the district she represents.
A fiery exchange unfolded Wednesday between former State Senator Randolph Bracy and current Senator Geraldine Thompson, both Democrats. The dispute centered on allegations that Thompson does not reside in the district she represents.
Is marijuana legal in Florida? Amendment 3 could legalize recreational pot this year in the state
There's only a few months left for voters to decide whether or not they want to legalize recreational weed in Florida.
There's only a few months left for voters to decide whether or not they want to legalize recreational weed in Florida.
Palm Bay councilman running for re-election after cocaine, DUI arrest forced him to resign last year
A Palm Bay councilman who police arrested for allegedly having cocaine in his sock and driving under the influence last year is running for re-election.
A Palm Bay councilman who police arrested for allegedly having cocaine in his sock and driving under the influence last year is running for re-election.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reacts to Donald Trump guilty verdict in New York case
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reacted Thursday to the guilty verdict against former president Donald Trump in his New York hush money trial.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reacted Thursday to the guilty verdict against former president Donald Trump in his New York hush money trial.
Lab-grown meat isn’t on store shelves yet, but Florida has already banned it
Lab-grown meat is not currently available in any U.S. grocery stores or restaurants. If some lawmakers have their way, it never will be.
Lab-grown meat is not currently available in any U.S. grocery stores or restaurants. If some lawmakers have their way, it never will be.
Orlando attorney John Morgan backs Florida recreational pot amendment
Popular Orlando lawyer John Morgan is pushing to make recreational marijuana legal in the state of Florida come November.
Popular Orlando lawyer John Morgan is pushing to make recreational marijuana legal in the state of Florida come November.
Florida lawyer pushing for recreational weed
Popular Florida lawyer John Morgan is pushing for the legalization of recreational marijuana this November.
Popular Florida lawyer John Morgan is pushing for the legalization of recreational marijuana this November.
Rick Scott enters race for Senate GOP leadership
U.S. Senator Rick Scott of Florida announced on Wednesday that he will seek the position of Senate Republican leader.
U.S. Senator Rick Scott of Florida announced on Wednesday that he will seek the position of Senate Republican leader.
Florida issues new rules for law preventing abortions after 6 weeks of pregnancy
With a law now in effect preventing abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, Florida health-care regulators Thursday released emergency rules related to treating medical conditions that pose dangers to the lives of pregnant women or unborn children.
With a law now in effect preventing abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, Florida health-care regulators Thursday released emergency rules related to treating medical conditions that pose dangers to the lives of pregnant women or unborn children.
Billboards featuring angry-looking Trump pop up in Florida before controversial abortion law takes effect
Billboards featuring an angry-looking Trump have emerged across Florida just one day before a controversial abortion law takes effect.
Billboards featuring an angry-looking Trump have emerged across Florida just one day before a controversial abortion law takes effect.
Florida Democrats hope abortion and marijuana questions draw young voters despite low enthusiasm
In Florida and across the nation, young voters could prove pivotal in the 2024 election, from the presidency to ballot amendments and down ballot races that will determine who controls Congress.
In Florida and across the nation, young voters could prove pivotal in the 2024 election, from the presidency to ballot amendments and down ballot races that will determine who controls Congress.
Vice President Harris to visit Florida on same day 6-week abortion ban begins
Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to travel to Jacksonville, Florida, next week for a campaign event highlighting abortion restrictions nationwide. It is billed as another stop in the "Fight for Reproductive Freedoms" tour, which the vice president kicked off in January.
Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to travel to Jacksonville, Florida, next week for a campaign event highlighting abortion restrictions nationwide. It is billed as another stop in the "Fight for Reproductive Freedoms" tour, which the vice president kicked off in January.