One-on-one with Amanda Makki: Pinellas candidate on 'rigged' election, firing Fauci, climate change
Amanda Makki is 1 of 5 Republican candidates running in one of Florida's most competitive Congressional primaries, the 13th U.S. House District left vacant by Charlie Crist who is running to be the Democratic nominee for governor. Makki worked in Congress under Senator Lisa Murkowski as a healthcare attorney trying to stop the passage of the Affordable Care Act, aka 'Obamacare.'
One-on-one with Kevin Hayslett: His views on inflation, same-sex marriage, running as a Trump Republican
Pinellas County has one of the most competitive congressional primaries in the state and all five Republicans vying for the nomination have agreed to interviews with Fox 13 Political Editor Craig Patrick. Here is an excerpt of his interview with Kevin Hayslett.
One-on-one with James Shaw: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture candidate on food, water, and guns
Florida's Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services holds one of the most powerful positions in Florida. The department manages farm and food programs, concealed carry licenses, and consumer protection efforts.
One-on-one with J.R. Gaillot: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture candidate calls for firearm insurance
J.R. Gaillot is a Democrat running to replace Nikki Fried as the commissioner of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. His top priority is requiring gun owners to carry liability insurance.
One-on-one with Aramis Ayala: Florida Attorney General candidate's views on death penalty, right to vote
Three Democrats are competing to challenge Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody. Aramis Ayala accepted an invitation to talk with FOX 13 about her platform for the role.
One-on-one with Ryan Morales: His take on recreational marijuana, gun policies
Florida Democrats hold one statewide office – the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Now, Commissioner Nikki Fried is leaving that office to run for governor.
One-on-one with Charlie Crist: His views on abortion, home insurance crisis
In the August 23 primary election, two Florida Democrats are competing for the nomination to challenge Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried and U.S. Rep. (and former Republican Governor) Charlie Crist. Both recently agreed to one-on-one interviews with FOX 13 Political Editor Craig Patrick.
2022 Florida Primary: Early voting begins in Hillsborough County — here's what to know
Early voting begins for Hillsborough County voters. Here's what to know before you head to the polls.
One-on-one with Nikki Fried: Her views from marijuana to home insurance crisis
In the August 23 Primary election, two Florida Democrats are competing for the nomination to challenge Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried and U.S. Rep. (and former Republican Governor) Charlie Crist. Both recently agreed to one-on-one interviews with Fox 13 Political Editor Craig Patrick.
Dick Cheney calls Trump a 'coward' in ad for daughter Liz
"There has never been an individual who is a greater threat to our republic than Donald Trump," the former VP said. “He tried to steal the last election using lies and violence to keep himself in power after the voters had rejected him."
Pinellas officials say election integrity is intact as Uhuru leaders double-down on defense of Russia
Elections officials in Pinellas County are working to re-assure the public that the election system is safe after the FBI indicted a Russian agent who allegedly funneled money from Putin's government to fund local candidates.
Millennials no longer the youngest generation in politics; Gen Z candidates running in 2022 midterm elections
For the first time in 16 years, Millennials aren't the youngest generation eligible to run in midterm elections. Gen Z candidates around the country are ready to bring new perspectives to Congress.
Lawsuit over Hillsborough congressional candidate's election paperwork moves forward
The underlying lawsuit, filed June 24, contends that Torres did not have qualifying paperwork properly notarized, as required by law. If he is on the ballot and wins the primary, he would be seeking to unseat U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor.
Florida vote-by-mail: Pasco, Sarasota, Volusia top counties for ballot returns, so far
As of Tuesday morning, the largest numbers of vote-by-mail ballots had been received in Volusia, Pasco and Sarasota counties, according to the state Division of Elections website.
2022 midterm election sample ballots: Know the candidates before casting your vote
The primaries for the 2022 midterm elections are weeks away and the final day to register to vote in the primary is July 25. Anyone who plans to vote in-person on primary election day Tuesday, August 23 and hasn't received a sample ballot may want to get to know the candidates before you enter your polling place.
Voter registration deadline for Florida primary election is here
Floridians, if you still need to register to vote or want to change your party affiliation, you have until the end of Monday to do it.
Rubio on protecting gay marriage: 'I don't vote for fake problems'
During a visit to Tampa Friday, the Senator from Florida said "the chances that Nancy Pelosi will endorse me in my Senate reelection are higher than the chances of [gay marriage] going anywhere," but he added that he still would not vote for a bill that would protect the rights of same-sex couples to marry.
Democratic candidates Fried, Crist duke it out in debate ahead of primary election
With both claiming to be Florida Democrats’ best bet to defeat Gov. Ron DeSantis in November, U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist and Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried traded barbs Thursday in their only debate before next month’s primary election.
Hillsborough elections supervisor runs machine tests ahead of Florida primary
The Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections ran a test on its tabulation machines in preparation of the August 23 Florida primary.
'Protecting our students’ freedom to learn': Crist endorses slate of Florida school board candidates
Among the seven endorsements are a current Hillsborough County board member, as well as three Bay Area hopefuls from Polk, Pinellas, and Hillsborough counties.