SPLC Reacts To DeSantis Veto Of Measure Allowing Student Volunteers At Poll Places

Governor cites civil rights organization as his reason to reject a bill unanimously approved by the Legislature.

Florida Closes 'Alligator Alcatraz' Immigration Detention Center

The "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center has permanently closed, according to Governor Ron DeSantis.

FL Attorney Announces Winning Name In Contest for New Third Political Party

Attorney John Morgan said the new political party's naming contest drew more than 35,000 submissions from across the U.S.

Florida Still Owes $603 Million On Immigration Enforcement Contracts

60% of the bills for detention camps remain unpaid.

Local Election Officials Reel Over ‘Logistical Nightmare' Of Trump's Vote-By-Mail Order

Trump’s executive order restricting voting by mail threatens to undermine local election preparations.

Relentless Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation Driving A Family Out Of State

Idaho became the first state in the nation to implement this kind of ban, which prohibits transgender athletes in girl’s and women’s sports.

Florida Court Allows Use Of New US House Districts Drawn By Republicans For Midterm Elections

The Florida Supreme Court has allowed new U.S. House districts drawn by Republicans to be used in the midterm elections.

‘A Jolly Florida': Jolly Announces Gwen Graham As Gubernatorial Running Mate

Jolly added that while he had “five or six” other candidates under consideration, “The right decision is Gwen Graham.”

Democrats Get Into The Chief Financial Officer Race

The CFO oversees the state’s finances, serves as Florida's fire marshal, and sits on the Florida Cabinet.

Florida Earns 70/100 in New Financial Transparency Ranking

According to new national report by Truth in Accounting

Jerry Demings Suspends Democratic Gubernatorial Bid Following Cancer Diagnosis

The Orange County Mayor said staying in the race would have “likely led to injurious effects” on his prognosis.

It's Up To The Voters Now: Legislature OKs DeSantis Property Tax Proposal

The House and Senate overhauled the proposal so it doesn’t impact public schools

FL AG Sues OpenAI, CEO Sam Altman Over ChatGPT's Alleged Risks

FL is the first state to sue OpenAI, as state Attorney General Uthmeier claims it misled Floridians about ChatGPT's risks.

FY 26-27 Budget Done, Vetoes Are Coming, And Property Tax Debate Lies Ahead [OPINION]

The Florida Legislature is in back-to-back special sessions to pass a budget and debate property taxes.

FL Lawmakers Pass $114.5 Billion State Budget During Special Session

The FL House and Senate approved a $114.5B budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 during a special session, two months later than expected.

‘Wound Down And Shut Down' — Florida Congressman Says ‘Alligator Alcatraz' Coming To An End

U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost described a “silent” scene of dwindling staff, emptied offices, and whispers of “decompressing” the facility.

Supreme Court Rejects Florida's Bid To Sue Western States Over Truck Licenses For Immigrants

The high court has shut down Florida’s attempt to sue California and Washington over commercial driver’s licenses issued to some immigrants

Jan. 6 Police Officers Sue Trump Over $1.77B ‘Taxpayer-Funded Slush Fund'

“In the most brazen act of corruption this century, President Donald J. Trump has created a slush fund to finance insurrectionists.

DOJ Charges Ex-Cuban Leader Raúl Castro With Murder, Conspiracy To Kill For 1996 Shoot-Down

A warrant for the 94-year-old’s arrest has already been issued, officials said. Five others have also been charged.

FL Attorney Launches $100K Contest To Name New Political Party

John Morgan, the FL attorney who founded Morgan & Morgan, has launched a contest with a $100,000 prize to name a new U.S. political party.

It's ‘Midpoint' In Budget Negotiations And Chambers Take A Break

When the Legislature cannot accomplish its work on time, it increases costs for taxpayers.

‘Alligator Alcatraz' Payments Land At Last: $58 Million To Hit Florida Soon

“Please expect an electronic payment to be made to your organization’s bank within 3 to 5 business days.”

Uthmeier Subpoenas The NFL Over The Rooney Rule

Uthmeier claims the NFL's hiring practices still violate Florida law and that he will now issue an investigative subpoena to the league.

Money, Money, Money: FY 26-27 Budget Special Session Is Here

Florida state legislators return to Tallahassee on Tuesday to finally craft a new state budget.

How A Legal Challenge Over Gender Dysphoria Became A Fight For Disability Rights

To present his involvement in our family and in our community as a burden is unconscionable,” Landry's mom, Charlotte Cravins, said.

Democrat Lois Frankel Says She'll Run In Congressional District 23 This Year

Unlike most of the new map, the new CD 23 is more Democratic-leaning.

Uthmeier Continues Charge Against Southern Poverty Law Center

Uthmeier’s move follows a federal indictment last month alleging the SPLC misled donors by not disclosing its use of paid informants.

Democratic Reps. Kathy Castor & Debbie Wasserman Schultz Say They're Running Again This Fall

Their districts have become much more Republican-leaning following the passage of a new redistricting map this week.

$10B In Healthcare Funds Headed To Florida Hospitals That Treat The Poor, Uninsured

Lawmakers won't return to work on a state budget until they reconvene in a special session beginning May 12.

FL Legislature Approves DeSantis Redistricting Map Designed For GOP Midterm Boost

A redistricting map approved by the FL legislature is expected to create four new Republican seats in the state.

Congressional Black Caucus Members Condemn Supreme Court's Gutting Of The Voting Rights Act

“It will pave the way for the greatest reduction in representation for Black and minority voters since the years following Reconstruction."

Florida Speaker Kills DeSantis' AI Regulation, Vaccine Repeal Bills On First Day Of Special Session

This is the latest break between Daniel Perez and Gov. DeSantis.

Proposed FL Redistricting Map Could Create 4 More GOP Seats

A proposed redistricting map of Florida from Gov. DeSantis heavily favors Republicans and could create four new GOP U.S. House seats.

Florida Spent $34M On Tech, IT At Everglades Lockup, But Says Phones For Detainees Too Expensive

.Florida officials are fighting a court order to expand detainee phone access at the so-called “Alligator Alcatraz” center.

House, Senate Call 18-Day Budget Special Session For May 12-29

Here comes another special session.

It's Official: Alex Vindman Is Running For The U.S. Senate Seat

Vindman was a central figure in Trump’s first impeachment.

DeSantis Signs Law Blocking Local Governments From Funding DEI

‘DEI did not hand out opportunities,’ said one civil rights activist. ‘It helped level a playing field that has long been tilted.’

Ahead Of Earth Day, Environmentalists Blast Proposal To Remove Protections For Endangered Species

Last month, U.S. Interior Department’s Endangered Species Committee voted unanimously to exempt oil and gas drilling in the Gulf.

Florida To Dole Out $105 Million In Federal Dollars For FIFA World Cup Security

The lion’s share, $63 million, will reimburse local law enforcement agencies for overtime costs.

DeSantis Administration Gets Pushback For Its Child Health Policies

‘KidCare is pretty darn important,’ Senate Budget Chairman Ed Hooper says.