Proposal to eliminate Florida property taxes, sparks concerns over funding and sales tax hike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed the idea of abolishing property taxes throughout the Sunshine State, but such a move could require doubling sales tax, impacting everyday Floridians.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed the idea of abolishing property taxes throughout the Sunshine State, but such a move could require doubling sales tax, impacting everyday Floridians.
Gov. Ron DeSantis hits Byron Donalds, boosts wife in Florida governor speculation
Who could be the Florida governor after Ron DeSantis finishes his second term? The jockeying is underway with President Donald Trump firing the first shot.
Who could be the Florida governor after Ron DeSantis finishes his second term? The jockeying is underway with President Donald Trump firing the first shot.
Governor DeSantis announces state DOGE task force focused on 'government efficiency'
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a new “comprehensive initiative” on Monday focused on government efficiency in Florida while praising the efforts of DOGE at the federal level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a new “comprehensive initiative” on Monday focused on government efficiency in Florida while praising the efforts of DOGE at the federal level.
President Trump appoints DeSantis to Council of Governors: What does this mean for Florida?
President Donald Trump has appointed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to the Council of Governors, alongside governors from nine other states.
President Donald Trump has appointed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to the Council of Governors, alongside governors from nine other states.
James Uthmeier sworn in as Florida’s new attorney general
With Gov. Ron DeSantis describing him as a “bulldog," James Uthmeier was elevated Monday to become Florida attorney general after serving as the governor’s chief of staff.
With Gov. Ron DeSantis describing him as a “bulldog," James Uthmeier was elevated Monday to become Florida attorney general after serving as the governor’s chief of staff.
Flags fly at half staff to honor victims of Parkland shooting on 7th anniversary
Friday marks the seventh anniversary of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSD) shooting in Parkland, Florida, which claimed the lives of 17 people.
Friday marks the seventh anniversary of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSD) shooting in Parkland, Florida, which claimed the lives of 17 people.
Governor DeSantis pushes for pay raises for state law enforcement, firefighters
Gov. Ron DeSantis is again calling on Florida lawmakers to increase pay for state law enforcement and firefighters, something he included in his proposed budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is again calling on Florida lawmakers to increase pay for state law enforcement and firefighters, something he included in his proposed budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
Ron DeSantis signs ‘toughest anti illegal immigration bill in the country’ after special session
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed into law what he calls the toughest anti-illegal immigration bill in the country. He spent weeks negotiating with state legislators, who at times debated passionately on the floors of the house and senate.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed into law what he calls the toughest anti-illegal immigration bill in the country. He spent weeks negotiating with state legislators, who at times debated passionately on the floors of the house and senate.
Governor DeSantis seeks to limit 'intrusive' boater safety checks
Gov. Ron DeSantis has introduced a legislative proposal aimed at safeguarding Floridians' access to boating while limiting certain regulatory measures.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has introduced a legislative proposal aimed at safeguarding Floridians' access to boating while limiting certain regulatory measures.
Legislators and Governor DeSantis reach deal over stalled immigration bill
The Florida Legislature convened for another special session on Tuesday after Republican legislative leaders and Gov. Ron DeSantis reached a deal on immigration enforcement, likely ending a weeks-long public battle.
The Florida Legislature convened for another special session on Tuesday after Republican legislative leaders and Gov. Ron DeSantis reached a deal on immigration enforcement, likely ending a weeks-long public battle.
Gov. DeSantis supports President Trump's pledge to overhaul how FEMA operates
Governor Ron DeSantis is signing on to President Donald Trump's pledges to overhaul the way FEMA operates.
Governor Ron DeSantis is signing on to President Donald Trump's pledges to overhaul the way FEMA operates.
Governor DeSantis deputizes state troopers for immigration enforcement in partnership with federal government
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Friday that Florida is entering into a partnership with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to strengthen immigration enforcement in the state.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Friday that Florida is entering into a partnership with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to strengthen immigration enforcement in the state.
Trump's ICE crackdown could get boost in Florida with DeSantis' plan to deputize state patrol
Gov. Ron DeSantis last week signed an agreement that could soon deputize Florida Highway Patrol officers to perform the functions of federal immigration officers, and the head of a union representing the majority of troopers has concerns about the decision.
Gov. Ron DeSantis last week signed an agreement that could soon deputize Florida Highway Patrol officers to perform the functions of federal immigration officers, and the head of a union representing the majority of troopers has concerns about the decision.
Gov. DeSantis pushing for more funding for 'My Safe Florida Home' program
Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to clear the ‘My Safe Florida Home’ program's backlog, asking the Florida Legislature for enough funding to eliminate the wait list.
Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to clear the ‘My Safe Florida Home’ program's backlog, asking the Florida Legislature for enough funding to eliminate the wait list.
Teachers' union urges Florida lawmakers to reject governor's 'inadequate' education budget
Florida's statewide teachers' union is strongly criticizing Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed budget, arguing that it falls short of meeting the needs of public schools and students.
Florida's statewide teachers' union is strongly criticizing Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed budget, arguing that it falls short of meeting the needs of public schools and students.
Governor DeSantis unveils $115.6B proposed budget for 2025-26 fiscal year
Gov. Ron DeSantis rolled out his proposal for the state budget on Monday, totaling more than $115 billion for the upcoming fiscal year.
Gov. Ron DeSantis rolled out his proposal for the state budget on Monday, totaling more than $115 billion for the upcoming fiscal year.
DeSantis calls for guns, ammo sales tax holiday in proposed state budget
Guns, ammunition and related items may be cheaper this summer if Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed budget is approved.
Guns, ammunition and related items may be cheaper this summer if Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed budget is approved.
Governor DeSantis again blasts Florida Legislature over illegal immigration, vows to veto 'TRUMP Act'
Gov. Ron DeSantis went on the offensive on Friday, again going after the Florida Legislature on the contentious issue of illegal immigration.
Gov. Ron DeSantis went on the offensive on Friday, again going after the Florida Legislature on the contentious issue of illegal immigration.
DeSantis to take fight to GOP primaries
Upping the ante in an increasingly acrimonious feud with House and Senate Republican leaders over immigration issues, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday vowed to channel “huge sums" of money to candidates he backs in next year’s GOP gubernatorial and legislative primary elections.
Upping the ante in an increasingly acrimonious feud with House and Senate Republican leaders over immigration issues, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday vowed to channel “huge sums" of money to candidates he backs in next year’s GOP gubernatorial and legislative primary elections.
Gov. DeSantis bashes immigration bill passed by Florida lawmakers, promises to veto
During a roundtable event on Wednesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis voiced his disapproval of the sweeping immigration bill that Florida lawmakers passed on Tuesday.
During a roundtable event on Wednesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis voiced his disapproval of the sweeping immigration bill that Florida lawmakers passed on Tuesday.