Florida Politics

Ocean heat bleaches coral reefs in Florida, elsewhere

‘It’s an ecosystem that we’re literally going to watch disappear in our lifetimes.’

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Headlines South Florida

Jesse Scheckner

Jenny Lee Molina files, withdraws from challenge to Vicki Lopez in HD 113

Never mind.

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Federal

Jesse Scheckner

Ashley Moody blasts Joe Biden on border as Florida leads nation in fentanyl seizures

‘This damning report shows the deadly impact of Biden’s wide-open border.’

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Marco Rubio, Rick Scott raise FEMA funding concerns

The Senators want to ensure emergency funding is there when Florida needs it.

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Jacob Ogles

Matthew Montavon launches website to track Greg Steube votes and statements

The Sarasota Democrat spotlights controversial statements about defunding investigations of Donald Trump.

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What we’ve learned so far in the Trump hush money trial and what to watch for as it wraps up

Jurors over the course of a month have heard testimony about sex and bookkeeping, tabloid journalism and presidential politics

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John Rutherford presses Merrick Garland on protections for churches, pregnancy centers

This appeal to the AG’s office is supported by one prominent group that favors abortion restrictions.

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Rick Scott seeks end to ‘illegal alien welfare campaign’ from Joe Biden

‘Enough is enough.’

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Foreign Affairs

Brian Mast, Mike Waltz say Iranian President’s death changes nothing regarding ongoing tensions

The Ayatollah is who really matters.

2 4min

Jacob Ogles

‘Respect for fog’: Anna Eskamani welcomes death of Iranian President

‘Iranians who cry for freedom are celebrating across the world.’

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Rick Scott blames China for campus protests

‘That should terrify every American.’

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Joe Biden hikes tariffs on Chinese EVs, solar cells, steel, aluminum — and snipes at Donald Trump

The tariffs are to be phased in over the next three years.

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U.S. announces a new $400M package of weapons for Ukraine

The U.S. has now provided about $50.6B in military assistance to Ukraine since Russia invaded in February 2022.

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Marco Rubio likens Israeli Rafah incursion to routing Adolf Hitler from a bunker

The Senator offered his latest affirmation of PM Netanyahu on a radio hit Monday.

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Emails & Opinions

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Last Call for 5.20.24 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

A digest of the day’s politics and policy while the bartender refreshes your drink.

Dean Saunders: Florida’s land conservation law marks 30th anniversary, but challenges remain

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 5.20.24

Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics — Week of 5.12.24

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Celebration time

Apolitical

Florida gas prices above last year’s Memorial Day mark ahead of expected record-setting holiday travel

A record 4.5 million Floridians are expected to travel over the Memorial Day weekend.

Florida’s unemployment rate ticks up to 3.3% in April

Florida has not exceeded the national unemployment rate for 42 months straight.

Florida’s new unemployment claims increase for the first time in weeks

The Dow just crossed 40,000 for the first time. The number is big but means little for your 401(k)

Florida ranked best state in U.S. for short-term rental owners

Tech

US aims to stay ahead of China in using AI to fly fighter jets, navigate without GPS

‘Whether you want to call it a race or not, it certainly is.’

Schools turn to artificial intelligence to spot guns as companies press lawmakers for state funds

One rapidly growing company, ZeroEyes, was founded by military veterans after the fatal shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.

Gov. DeSantis approves 5-year prison sentences for tech-assisted stalkers

Marco Rubio says China ‘on the clock’ after TikTok divestiture order

Could Kennedy Space Center host 300 rocket launches a year?

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Husband and wife donate big to Florida Poly to honor their moms, who ‘have given and sacrificed so much for us’

‘Through these donations, we are honored to support our community and students, and we look forward to the bright future that lies within our future generations’ hands.’

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