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fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Rick Scott summons NYers to Florida with sky-high advertisement

Rick Scott promotes Florida as an alternative for New Yorkers considering a leftist administration.
fromMiami Herald
5 days ago

Florida says it's evaluating storm evacuation options at Alligator Alcatraz

Lack of public hurricane evacuation plan for Alligator Alcatraz raises safety concerns before hurricane season.
#lgbtq-rights
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Meet the transgender woman arrested for using a Florida Capitol restroom (exclusive)

Marcy Rheintgen's arrest highlights ongoing discrimination and fear faced by transgender individuals in Florida.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Parents don't stop fighting for their LGBTQ+ kids

Discriminatory policies targeting LGBTQ+ youth in Florida pose significant challenges, but parents and allies continue to fight for their rights and expression.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Florida attorney general threatens gym for allowing 'men posing as women' in females' locker rooms

Florida officials threaten private gym for allowing transgender access, despite state law not applying to private entities.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Florida official who made tasteless, anti-LGBTQ+ post about Pulse shooting reinstated by judge

Judith Fike has been reinstated to the Groveland City Council after suspension due to controversial social media posts regarding the Pulse shooting.
fromSun Sentinel
1 week ago

DeSantis launches Florida DOGE plan for local governments. Broward is first.

"We are pleased to really hit the ground running. It's off to the races. I think there's problems in local governments. Some local governments have done a good job."
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Carl Hiaasen Explains the Florida Mediocrity Problem

Florida's political culture, represented by figures like Matt Gaetz, is influencing the entire country.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Florida Rep. Joe Casello dies while in office

Joe Casello, Florida Democratic lawmaker, died at 73 from a heart attack while in office.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Florida city removes rainbow crosswalk, following Sean Duffy's anti-Pride directive

"Roads are for safety, not political messages or artwork," Duffy wrote in a letter to governors this month.
SF LGBT
US politics
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Florida Democrats file bill to block federal funds to Alligator Alcatraz

Florida's Democratic congressional delegation introduced legislation to shut down the Alligator Alcatraz immigration detention center.
#lgbtq
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

Florida Republicans Ron DeSantis & Byron Donalds continue attacking Naples Pride's family-friendly drag shows

fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

Florida Republicans Ron DeSantis & Byron Donalds continue attacking Naples Pride's family-friendly drag shows

US politics
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

As the jokes fly, Alligator Alcatraz evokes racist trope of 'gator bait'

Support for a new detention center at Dade-Collier Airport featured mocking slogans and imagery relating to alligators and immigrants.
#migrant-detention
fromSun Sentinel
4 weeks ago

Fueled by Trump, governor candidate Byron Donalds courts Florida voters

Byron Donalds expressed loyalty to Trump and commitment to conservative policies while addressing economic challenges and reinforcing Florida's conservative identity.
#immigration
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Indigenous and Green Groups Protest ICE's "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Everglades

Construction of a new immigration detention center in Florida's Everglades has sparked widespread protests and lawsuits from environmental groups and activists.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Alexander Vindman, key witness in first Trump impeachment, may run for U.S. Senate in Florida

I'm always looking for ways to pitch in and how to build communities... that doesn't necessarily mean my own run.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Florida Republican who almost died from ectopic pregnancy blames Democrats, not abortion ban

...the only treatment for ectopic pregnancies is to remove the egg, either by using medicine (methotrexate) to dissolve it, or by surgically removing it.
Right-wing politics
#democratic-party
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago
NYC politics

Broward Democrats urged to summon all their energy to combat Trump and look for 2026 wins. 'This is not for the weak.'

fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago
NYC politics

Broward Democrats urged to summon all their energy to combat Trump and look for 2026 wins. 'This is not for the weak.'

US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

No safe seat': could Democrats make Florida a swing state again?

Democrats in Florida see hope in narrowing gaps in traditionally Republican congressional races, indicating potential swing state revival.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Josh Weil says he can overcome Florida GOP tide and defeat U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody

A lot of voters from across party lines are tired of feeling like the people in Washington are working for themselves, not the people who elected them.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We live in a second Red Scare': what can we learn from a chilling book about Florida's past?

Charley Johns was the state senator and governor who steered his eponymous committee. It came into being in 1956, towards the end of the national red scare.
SF politics
#david-jolly
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Democratic governor candidate says he'll seek support from Florida gun owners - and stricter gun regulations

fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Democratic governor candidate says he'll seek support from Florida gun owners - and stricter gun regulations

#transgender-rights
SF LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Transgender Woman Arrested After Using Bathroom at Florida State Capitol

Marcy Rheintgen's arrest highlights ongoing discrimination against transgender individuals concerning bathroom access in Florida.
Miami food
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

An Exclusive Florida Community Has a Sewage Disposal Problem

Indian Creek Village faces a sewage management crisis exacerbated by its wealth and popularity.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Florida attorney general says Miami can't move election date without voter approval

Miami must seek voter approval to delay elections to 2026, according to Attorney General Uthmeier's opinion.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

College board reverses decision on hiring University of Florida president over DEI concerns

The public record completely contradicted what the nominee was telling us, Paul Renner said, highlighting skepticism towards Santa Ono's shifting views on DEI and campus safety.
Right-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

And For My Last Trick - See Also - Above the Law

Magic Circle firms seek to evolve into 'Global Elite' to stay competitive in a changing legal market.
Florida's efforts to challenge constitutional norms in immigration raise critical legal concerns.
#immigration-law
#randy-fine
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump Celebrates Primary Win by Candidate Who Said Muslim Congresswomen Should Consider Leaving' And Told Them, #BombsAway'

fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump Celebrates Primary Win by Candidate Who Said Muslim Congresswomen Should Consider Leaving' And Told Them, #BombsAway'

SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

DeSantis In Trouble From Congress Over Blocking Marijuana

Governor DeSantis faces scrutiny over the misuse of opioid settlement funds in opposition to marijuana legalization initiatives.
#ron-desantis
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Radical DeSantis plan for Doge-style cuts in Florida opposed by own party

DeSantis's efficiency taskforce faces criticism over redundancy and proposals to eliminate property taxes deemed unworkable.
UK news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Ron DeSantis Announces Andrew Tate is Not Welcome in the State of Florida

DeSantis firmly opposes welcoming the Tate brothers to Florida, contrasting sharply with the Trump administration's previous stance.
SF politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Ron DeSantis Under Scrutiny After 10 Million in State Funds Was Used in Political Campaign

Ron DeSantis is embroiled in a scandal involving a $10 million payment linked to his political campaign efforts against marijuana legalization.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Radical DeSantis plan for Doge-style cuts in Florida opposed by own party

DeSantis's efficiency taskforce faces criticism over redundancy and proposals to eliminate property taxes deemed unworkable.
UK news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Ron DeSantis Announces Andrew Tate is Not Welcome in the State of Florida

DeSantis firmly opposes welcoming the Tate brothers to Florida, contrasting sharply with the Trump administration's previous stance.
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

Florida's 2026 governor race: Would third-party candidates lock in another Republican victory?

Pizzo believes that running as a no-party candidate will appeal to independents, stating that the Democratic Party is 'dead' and pushing for fresh alternatives.
SF politics
SF politics
fromNew York Daily News
2 years ago

DeSantis ducks questions about 2024 White House run in Florida debate: 'It's not a tough question'

DeSantis's refusal to commit to a full term raises questions about his intentions for a 2024 presidential run.
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

Jason Pizzo says he'll run for Florida governor as an independent

State Sen. Jason Pizzo is running for Florida governor as an independent candidate.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Blocked by Rubio, Scott for federal judge, Coral Gables attorney is appointed as magistrate

Detra Shaw-Wilder was appointed as a federal magistrate judge after her nomination for a federal district judge was blocked by Florida's GOP senators.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

States Are Tightening Rules for Getting Citizen-Led Proposals on the Ballot

The new law makes the signature-gathering process for ballot initiatives more daunting, raising concerns about voter engagement and the ability to propose new laws.
US news
fromSun Sentinel
3 months ago

Campaign cash flows to state Rep. Cassel after her switch to Republican Party

Hillary Cassel's party switch leads to a significant increase in campaign donations, contrasting sharply with her challenger Todd Delmay's fundraising efforts.
The 2026 race between Cassel and Delmay is poised to be a key political contest in Broward County.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Randy Fine, a State Senator, Wins a House Seat in Florida, Adding to the G.O.P. Majority.

Randy Fine won Florida's Sixth Congressional District special election, crucial for Republican majority retention in the House.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Randy Fine keeps Florida House seat for GOP after pre-voting jitters

Florida Republican state Sen. Randy Fine’s victory in a special election arguably reflects both Trump’s enduring influence and the shifting dynamics within the GOP in competitive races.
US Elections
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Senate committee recommends Barreto as FWC chair despite objections over Pino boat crash

Rodney Barreto's reappointment as chair of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission faces significant opposition over concerns regarding environmental impacts and his development background.
Miami food
#republican-party
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A Competitive Race for Mike Waltz's Seat Rattles Republicans

The race for Florida's Sixth District seat is critical for maintaining Republican influence, reflecting strong voter support for Trump's agenda.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A Competitive Race for Mike Waltz's Seat Rattles Republicans

The race for Florida's Sixth District seat is critical for maintaining Republican influence, reflecting strong voter support for Trump's agenda.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Casey DeSantis Teases Run for Governor Against Trump-Endorsed Byron Donalds: We'll See, Right?'

Florida's the free state of Florida because you've got the GOAT in the governor's office because of one key thing: Having a backbone.
SF politics
US Elections
fromAxios
4 months ago

Scoop: Trump Jr. backs Donalds for Fla. governor in MAGA squeeze play

Trump's influence in Florida politics remains prominent, especially in the upcoming 2026 race.
Polls indicate a potential shift in Florida's Republican landscape as Trump's endorsements gain traction.
US politics
fromAxios
4 months ago

Exclusive: Gaetz could be next Florida attorney general

Matt Gaetz is a leading candidate for Florida Attorney General due to strong GOP support despite past controversies.
US politics
fromAxios
4 months ago

Exclusive: How Congress' "Crazy Cubans" got Trump to kill oil deal

Trump's cancellation of Venezuelan oil exports reflects his political strategy to secure votes and support from key allies in Florida.
#property-taxes
Miami food
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Ron DeSantis Is Serious About Ending Property Taxes in Florida-but Will It Work and Who Will Pay the $40 Billion Difference?

DeSantis aims to eliminate property taxes in Florida, sparking debate over funding for essential services.
Miami food
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Ron DeSantis Is Serious About Ending Property Taxes in Florida-but Will It Work and Who Will Pay the $40 Billion Difference?

DeSantis aims to eliminate property taxes in Florida, sparking debate over funding for essential services.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Young Republicans Group Invites Tate Brothers to Speak to Members: As Free Speech Absolutists'

The Tampa Bay Young Republicans invited Andrew and Tristan Tate despite their criminal allegations, sparking controversy and criticism.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis publicly rejected the Tate brothers' presence in Florida, citing their troubling conduct.
fromTruthout
5 months ago

Ron DeSantis Proposes "Gun Sales Tax Holiday" as Part of Next Florida State Budget

Florida's 'Second Amendment Summer' tax holiday promotes gun purchases in a season known for high gun violence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

US Coast Guard and Florida start using Gulf of America for Gulf of Mexico

The name change to 'Gulf of America' is pushed by Trump as part of a series of executive orders aimed at honoring American greatness, as stated in the order.
Miscellaneous
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

DeSantis Picks Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody to Replace Marco Rubio

Ashley Moody was appointed by Gov. DeSantis to replace Marco Rubio in the U.S. Senate, emphasizing results-driven leadership.
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