One-on-one with Kelli Stargel: State Senator seeks new Congressional seat in Florida
As a state Senator, Kelli Stargel sponsored Florida’s new restrictions on abortion, which ban it in most cases beyond 15 weeks. She said if elected to Congress, she would not support similar legislation on a federal level because she said it should be left to the states to decide.
One-on-one with Daniel Uhlfelder: AG candidate, known for dressing as Grim Reaper, discusses defending Florida
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has drawn national attention for leading and joining a series of lawsuits against the Biden administration, including a challenge of the 2020 election results.
One-on-one with Jim Lewis: Attorney general candidate talks money in politics, gun legislation
Jim Lewis is a former state prosecutor who currently works in ft. Lauderdale as a criminal defense attorney. He is one of three Democrats competing in the August 23 Democratic Primary for the chance to challenge Attorney General Ashley Moody in November.
One-on-one with Demetries Grimes: Republican who once ran as a Democrat wants to end birthright citizenship
Five Republican candidates are competing to run for the 15th U.S. House district in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. Demetries Grimes is a retired U.S. Navy commander and Afghanistan war veteran who previously ran for a U.S. House seat as a Democrat. He rates former President Trump's leadership at a 10 and wants to end birthright citizenship.
One-on-one with Jackie Toledo: Congressional candidate discusses Disney programming
Jackie Toledo is a state lawmaker, engineer and small business owner. She is branding her congressional campaign as a “mom on a mission” to fight what she calls “woke indoctrination” in public schools, and “big-government mandates.”
One-on-one with Kevin 'Mac' McGovern: Candidate for congress talks Taiwan threats, federal spending
Kevin ‘Mac’ McGovern is a retired Navy Captain and civilian engineer from Orlando. He is running for Congress in the Tampa Bay area based on the results of redistricting, as he explained to FOX 13 Political Editor Craig Patrick.
One-on-one with Christine Quinn: GOP House candidate opposes vaccine requirements, disputes climate science
Christine Quinn 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 its current holder, Charlie Crist. Quinn does not believe Joe Biden was the winner of the 2020 presidential election, opposes COVID vaccine and requirements for schools, and denies humans are behind climate change.
Early voting now underway across Bay Area, with many mail ballots already cast
Saturday, August 13 was the first day of early voting for seven counties around Tampa Bay.
One-on-one with Anna Paulina Luna: Her views on banning oil exports, ‘pork’ infrastructure spending, vaccines
Anna Paulina Luna 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. Luna was the Republican nominee in 2020 and hopes the redistricting process and an endorsement from former President Trump, will play in her favor.
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.
Recreational marijuana may appear on Florida ballots in 2024
Pasco County country music legends The Bellamy Brothers have partnered with Florida's largest medical marijuana provider, Trulieve, to get an amendment on the 2024 ballot that would allow recreational use of marijuana by people 21 or older.
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.
Uhuru leaders in St. Pete condemn FBI raid related to Russian agent's indictment
Leaders of the Uhuru movement in St. Petersburg are condemning last week's FBI raid on their properties. They were connected to an ongoing federal investigation related to alleged political collusion with Russia.