Jerry Demings files to enter 2026 Fla. Governor's race
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has filed his paperwork intending to enter the 2026 Florida Governor's race. As it stands, he will enter the Democratic primary against former Congressman David Jolly in the Democratic Primary. On the Republican side, Trump-endorsed Florida Congressman Byron Donalds and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner vie for the party's nomination.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has filed his paperwork intending to enter the 2026 Florida Governor's race. As it stands, he will enter the Democratic primary against former Congressman David Jolly in the Democratic Primary. On the Republican side, Trump-endorsed Florida Congressman Byron Donalds and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner vie for the party's nomination.
Orange Co. Mayor to enter 2026 Fla. Governor's race
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is expected to enter the Florida Governor's race for 2026 and challenge David Jolly for the Democratic nomination. Dr. Larry Walker, a political analyst and UCF Associate Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down his chances in a ruby-red Florida and what we could expect from a Jerry Demings gubernatorial campaign.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is expected to enter the Florida Governor's race for 2026 and challenge David Jolly for the Democratic nomination. Dr. Larry Walker, a political analyst and UCF Associate Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down his chances in a ruby-red Florida and what we could expect from a Jerry Demings gubernatorial campaign.
Obamacare dominates Florida politics | Playbook Tuesday
On this Playbook Tuesday with POLITICO Florida, Kimberly Leonard, POLITICO reporter and Florida Playbook author joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the pulse of Florida politics, from key local elections upcoming, the growing consequences of the government shutdown on SNAP, Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, as well as President Donald Trump's endorsements for statewide positions in Florida.
On this Playbook Tuesday with POLITICO Florida, Kimberly Leonard, POLITICO reporter and Florida Playbook author joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the pulse of Florida politics, from key local elections upcoming, the growing consequences of the government shutdown on SNAP, Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, as well as President Donald Trump's endorsements for statewide positions in Florida.
Poll: Donalds, Casey DeSantis lead Fla. Gov. race
UCF Political Science Lecturer John Hanley joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down a new poll from UNF showing the state of the race for Florida's next Governor in 2026. According to the poll, Republicans lead by double digits, regardless of if Congressman Byron Donalds or Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis makes it out of the primary, and whether they face former Congressman David Jolly or Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings. The poll also took a look at the top issues facing Floridians, which came out to a focus on housing, property insurance, property tax and the economy.
UCF Political Science Lecturer John Hanley joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down a new poll from UNF showing the state of the race for Florida's next Governor in 2026. According to the poll, Republicans lead by double digits, regardless of if Congressman Byron Donalds or Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis makes it out of the primary, and whether they face former Congressman David Jolly or Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings. The poll also took a look at the top issues facing Floridians, which came out to a focus on housing, property insurance, property tax and the economy.
Government shutdown halts ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ court fight
The ongoing federal government shutdown has temporarily paused a high-profile legal battle over a controversial immigrant-detention center located in the Everglades.
The ongoing federal government shutdown has temporarily paused a high-profile legal battle over a controversial immigrant-detention center located in the Everglades.
Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost on government shutdown
Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost, who represents Florida's 10th district, joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando on Oct. 23, 2025, to talk about the ongoing government shutdown and the stalemate between Democrats and Republicans.
Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost, who represents Florida's 10th district, joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando on Oct. 23, 2025, to talk about the ongoing government shutdown and the stalemate between Democrats and Republicans.
Gov. DeSantis on Jacoby Tillman bond concern: 'A disgrace'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he was glad that Jacoby Tillman was back in custody after a judge revoked his bond. Tillman is accused of attacking a woman on a running trail in Orange County. DeSantis said granting Tillman bond considering the charges was "a disgrace." DeSantis made the remarks during a press conference in South Florida.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he was glad that Jacoby Tillman was back in custody after a judge revoked his bond. Tillman is accused of attacking a woman on a running trail in Orange County. DeSantis said granting Tillman bond considering the charges was "a disgrace." DeSantis made the remarks during a press conference in South Florida.
Paul Renner challenges Byron Donalds for Florida Gov.
Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live in studio to discuss his campaign for Florida Governor in 2026, where he faces President Trump-endorsed Florida Congressman Byron Donalds of Naples, and potentially Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins carrying the torch of the Governor Ron DeSantis administration.
Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live in studio to discuss his campaign for Florida Governor in 2026, where he faces President Trump-endorsed Florida Congressman Byron Donalds of Naples, and potentially Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins carrying the torch of the Governor Ron DeSantis administration.
Live updates: 'No Kings' protests in Orlando, Central Florida
Thousands of people gathered Saturday morning at various “No Kings" protests in downtown Orlando, throughout Central Florida, and across the nation. Watch live coverage in the player above.
Thousands of people gathered Saturday morning at various “No Kings" protests in downtown Orlando, throughout Central Florida, and across the nation. Watch live coverage in the player above.
State Attorney Worrell escalates feud with AG Uthmeier
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell, covering Orange and Osceola Counties, continues to strike back at Governor Ron DeSantis' threats and attacks against her office, including allegations of being soft on crime for refusing to prosecute certain cases or pursue higher charges on specific cases. Worrell claims DeSantis is lying to give pretext to remove her from office again, repeating his actions from 2023. Worrell was later re-elected to her position as state attorney in 2024. Aubrey Jewett, UCF Political Science Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the political implications of the feud between Worrell and the state government, including the allegations by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier of Worrell's office having a massive backlog of cases and calling her out for alleged poor handling of cases involving fentanyl, sex crimes and stand your ground.
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell, covering Orange and Osceola Counties, continues to strike back at Governor Ron DeSantis' threats and attacks against her office, including allegations of being soft on crime for refusing to prosecute certain cases or pursue higher charges on specific cases. Worrell claims DeSantis is lying to give pretext to remove her from office again, repeating his actions from 2023. Worrell was later re-elected to her position as state attorney in 2024. Aubrey Jewett, UCF Political Science Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the political implications of the feud between Worrell and the state government, including the allegations by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier of Worrell's office having a massive backlog of cases and calling her out for alleged poor handling of cases involving fentanyl, sex crimes and stand your ground.
Politicians lash out after Farmers leaves FL
Politicians are speaking out after Farmer's Insurance's sudden departure from its Florida policyholders
Politicians are speaking out after Farmer's Insurance's sudden departure from its Florida policyholders
Florida congressman wants to eliminate presidential term limits after Trump's Gaza peace plan
Randy Fine, U.S. Rep. for Florida's 6th congressional district, has called for the elimination of the law that limits presidents to two terms after Israel and Hamas both agreed to the "first phase" of President Donald Trumps' Gaza peace plan.
Randy Fine, U.S. Rep. for Florida's 6th congressional district, has called for the elimination of the law that limits presidents to two terms after Israel and Hamas both agreed to the "first phase" of President Donald Trumps' Gaza peace plan.
Publix to allow open carry of guns inside Florida stores, officials say
Publix has confirmed with FOX 35 News that it will allow customers to openly carry guns in its Florida grocery stores. Here's what we know.
Publix has confirmed with FOX 35 News that it will allow customers to openly carry guns in its Florida grocery stores. Here's what we know.
State rep's bill would punish colleges financially if they don't rename roads after Charlie Kirk
Florida state Rep. Kevin Steele has fielded a bill that would order institutions of higher education to rename roads after the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Florida state Rep. Kevin Steele has fielded a bill that would order institutions of higher education to rename roads after the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Florida education commissioner confronts Alachua County School Board over conduct
Florida’s education commissioner made an unannounced appearance at the Alachua County School Board meeting Tuesday night, renewing scrutiny of the board’s behavior and one member’s recent comments on social media.
Florida’s education commissioner made an unannounced appearance at the Alachua County School Board meeting Tuesday night, renewing scrutiny of the board’s behavior and one member’s recent comments on social media.
Florida CFO Ingoglia slams Seminole County for raising property taxes, millions in 'wasteful' spending
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia criticized the Seminole County Government on Tuesday for raising property taxes and for spending millions of dollars in what he described as "wasteful and excessive spending."
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia criticized the Seminole County Government on Tuesday for raising property taxes and for spending millions of dollars in what he described as "wasteful and excessive spending."
CFO Ingoglia accuses Seminole County of wasteful spending | Full
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia questioned why Seminole County raised property taxes amid tough economic times. He alleged that reviews of Seminole County's budget had found some $48 million in "wasteful and excessive" spending.
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia questioned why Seminole County raised property taxes amid tough economic times. He alleged that reviews of Seminole County's budget had found some $48 million in "wasteful and excessive" spending.
Gov. DeSantis awards bonuses to law enforcement recruits
On Tuesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Florida has awarded more than 9,400 recruitment bonuses to new law enforcement officers through the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program. The latest round of bonuses went to officers serving the Florida Panhandle region, with an additional 734 bonuses distributed to recruits across the state.
On Tuesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Florida has awarded more than 9,400 recruitment bonuses to new law enforcement officers through the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program. The latest round of bonuses went to officers serving the Florida Panhandle region, with an additional 734 bonuses distributed to recruits across the state.
Mayor Dyer defends Orlando spending amid state criticism over poet laureate, legal aid funding
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer is pushing back against accusations from Florida’s Chief Financial Officer that the city is wasting taxpayer money.
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer is pushing back against accusations from Florida’s Chief Financial Officer that the city is wasting taxpayer money.
'Alligator Alcatraz': Florida immigration detention center approved for $608 million reimbursement
The State of Florida has been approved for a $608 million reimbursement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for its “Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center.
The State of Florida has been approved for a $608 million reimbursement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for its “Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center.