Good Monday morning.
Happy top o’ the ‘burn birthday wishes to Sarah Suskey’s lesser half, Alan.
Happy birthday to Alan Suskey, celebrating another trip around the sun.
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Former U.S. Rep. Bill Posey, a longtime Space Coast lawmaker whose political career stretched from local government to Congress, is dead at age 78. His death Saturday prompted an outpouring of tributes from Florida and national leaders who praised his decades of public service and deep ties to the communities he represented.
Rep. Mike Haridopolos, who succeeded Posey in Florida’s 8th Congressional District, called him a leader who served “with integrity, humility, and an unwavering commitment to public service.” Haridopolos said Posey viewed public office as “a solemn responsibility to serve others honorably, faithfully, and effectively.”
Bill Posey’s decades of public service shaped Florida’s Space Coast political and aerospace legacy.
Posey served in the Florida House from 1992 to 2000 before moving to the Florida Senate and later winning election to Congress in 2008. He remained in Congress until retiring in 2025, becoming the person most closely associated with Space Coast priorities, fiscal conservatism and the nation’s space program.
Born in Washington, D.C., Posey moved with his family to Brevard County in 1956 during the early years of America’s space program. He later worked for McDonnell Douglas and served on the Rockledge City Council before launching his legislative career.
Tributes poured in from figures including Sen. Ashley Moody, Reps. Byron Donalds, Laurel Lee and Mike Johnson, all of whom highlighted his devotion to Florida, conservative values and his family.
Johnson called Posey “a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and public servant,” while Moody described him as “a Florida legend who left our state better than he found it.” Posey’s cause of death was not released.
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May is Jewish American Heritage Month. It could be the last.
I’m not saying that to get attention. I’m saying it because someone needs to sound the alarm.
What started as a rise in antisemitism has become a full-blown crisis, especially on Florida’s college campuses. And some people are actively working against the progress Florida has made as a national leader in fighting extremism.
Some are calling it the Fishback-Sabatini “Race to the Bottom.”
James Fishback and Anthony Sabatini turn outrage politics into a full-time Florida campaign strategy.
The Legislature still has a chance to lock in what’s been built by funding the Florida Hillel Jewish Student Safety Initiative, sponsored by Sen. Alexis Calatayud and Rep. Allison Tant.
The proposal expands a first-in-the-nation, research-backed pilot from three campuses to seven, bringing the effort to UF, FSU, and USF (where it began) and adding FIU, FAU, UCF, and the University of Miami.
The request is $2.3 million for the 2026-27 fiscal year. It combines proven security upgrades with the harder work of building campus environments where Jewish students aren’t singled out.
Trickle-down hate: the blast radius of extremism touches us all
This isn’t just a Jewish issue. People who fixate on Jews as villains rarely stop there. The same worldview that treats harassment as “speech” eventually justifies something far worse. Those who buy into anti-Jewish conspiracies are more likely to hold anti-American, anti-social views that erode democratic norms.
Today’s target isn’t the last. If you want safer spaces for everyone, you start by refusing to tolerate extremism anywhere.
Florida, to its credit, has largely done that.
After Oct. 7, 2023, universities across the country became case studies in moral confusion. Administrators were slow. Rules were unevenly applied. Jewish students were told to stay home and try not to provoke anyone.
Florida took a different approach.
The 2025 pilot was more than funding. It was a data-driven, two-part plan: security upgrades alongside real work on relationships, training, incident response, and campus life. The results show action makes a difference. After just one year of funding, Florida is outperforming the national average for Jewish students, even though challenges remain.
Specifically, 47% of Jewish college students surveyed on Florida campuses reported being targeted, excluded, or harassed in the last 12 months, compared with 83% nationally. In a short time, Florida has also become a destination for Jewish students.
From cosplay in kaffiyehs to larping with “goyim” tropes
This isn’t just about the usual left-wing campus activists. Some use phrases like “from the river to the sea” to signal their views, even though it’s a call for Jewish genocide. Gov. Ron DeSantis may have the right policies, but the same poisonous ideas are showing up on the other side, too.
Gubernatorial candidate James Fishback, congressional candidate Anthony Sabatini, and their supporters run a playbook that’s basically a copy of the same tactic, just with different slogans.
Same poison, different dog whistles. The left cosplays in kaffiyehs, while the right larps with “goyim” tropes.
If you haven’t been paying attention, here’s the short version: a slice of the political right has decided it’s more profitable to be provocative than responsible, more lucrative to be conspiratorial than conservative, and more rewarding to stoke resentment than to solve problems.
Fishback and Sabatini lean on two main tactics, both lifted straight out of far-left playbooks:
— Build a brand by flirting with the ugliest corners of online politics and call it “speech.”
— Convince people they’ve been victimized and promise to “scalp” the scapegoat.
The biggest danger isn’t whether these men win their next election. The real threat is the audience they’re building online and on campuses, where young people can easily spread propaganda. Friends in the state university system tell me young Republicans are no longer strongly behind MAGA or supporting gubernatorial front-runner U.S. Rep. Donalds. They’re drifting toward Fishback’s camp.
Antisemitism in America now comes from both political extremes, and both sides are targeting Jews — not just “Zionists” or “Israel,” but everyday American kids who feel more pressure than ever to hide their identity or face punishment.
If we want to stop the next wave of extremism, we must give young people better information in the places they’re most likely to see it. That’s what this initiative aims to do.
A record Florida should protect
Florida’s political leaders have spent years showing up for the Jewish community — not with lip service, but with hard policy. DeSantis has done it. So have Attorney General James Uthmeier, Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, and Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia.
So have gubernatorial candidates Donalds, David Jolly, Jay Collins, and Paul Renner. And so has nearly every sitting member of Florida’s congressional delegation.
The Legislature took responsible action by launching the nation’s first initiative of its kind with the Florida Hillel Jewish Student Safety Initiative. Now the Legislature has to decide whether to protect that record or let it get chipped away by people who profit from stirring up outrage.
If Florida wants to remain a leader in policy innovation, there’s a simple test: expand what works. Fund the initiative and stop acting as if antisemitism is somebody else’s problem.
To put it plainly, Fishback, Sabatini, and their supporters have figured out that antisemitism can be used the way other candidates use fundraising lists. The troubling truth is that this kind of talk spreads when people reward it.
Without a strong response from institutions, there will be political consequences — or worse — before some people even realize there was a problem.
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Congrats — “‘The best in history’: Susie Wiles honored as IWF Woman of Valor” via Michelle Vecerina of Florida’s Voice — Wiles, the first female White House Chief of Staff in American history, was honored Thursday eveningas the recipient of the Independent Women’s Forum, or IWF, Barbara K. Olson Woman of Valor Award at the Waldorf Astoria. The gala served as a dual celebration of Wiles’ historic career and her personal resilience. During a video message, President Donald Trump revealed that Wiles has been “winning a battle with cancer” following an early diagnosis, describing her toughness as “inspiring” to the entire administration. “Not only is Susie the first female Chief of Staff in American history, she’s also one of the best White House Chiefs of Staff ever in history,” Trump said. “I say the best. We owe her a tremendous debt.” IWF Chair Heather Higgins praised Wiles as a strategist who “changed the course of history” quietly from behind the scenes. “She is, hands down, in my opinion, the best Chief of Staff of my lifetime,” Higgins said. “She is tough, but the kind of tough that is about getting the best out of people, which is exactly the kind of woman that this award was meant to recognize.”
At a recent gala, Susie Wiles was honored for a political career shaping Florida and beyond.
— SITUATIONAL AWARENESS —
—@CNN_Oppmann: US intelligence-gathering flights are surging off Cuba, following a pattern similar to lead up to military operations in Iran and Venezuela.
—@RapidResponse: @POTUS on NFL broadcasts: “They could be killing the golden goose … They’re making a lot of money; they could make a little bit less. You have people that live for Sunday. They can’t think about anything else, and then all of the sudden they have to pay $1,000? It’s crazy.”
—@JamesBlairUSA: Two weeks ago people were dooming and asking wAs rEdIsTrIcTiNg wOrTh iT? … 16 net seat swing to GOP …
—@ChrisLaCivita: Always initiate contact — never wait for it to come to you … a maxim too few Republicans understand — but those who do pave the future.
Tweet, tweet:
Tweet, tweet:
—@ThierrryBorgeat: Costco spots a recession before economists do. When members shift from beef to chicken, then to canned tuna, something in the economy is bending. You don’t need a model. You need a checkout counter and millions of members with long memories.
—@BurtMaclin_FBI: Caught my wife doing laundry and stopped her immediately. I said, “Babe, it’s Mother’s Day. You don’t do chores today. Go sit down and relax; these clothes will still be here tomorrow.” I’m such a good husband.
— DAYS UNTIL —
’The Punisher: One Last Kill’ premieres on Disney+ — 1; ’Yellowstone’ spinoff ’Dutton Ranch’ premieres — 4; French Open begins — 10; ’Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ premieres — 11; new mission for ’Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run’ premieres at Disney World — 11; Marvel’s ’Spider-Noir’ arrives on Amazon Prime — 16; Rafa Nadal documentary ’Rafa’ premieres on Netflix — 18; MLB Lou Gehrig Day — 22; Florida Tech & Innovation Summit — 23; ’Cape Fear’ series premieres on Apple TV — 25; ’Masters of the Universe’ premieres — 25; 2026 Florida Chamber Prosperity & Economic Opportunity Solution Summit — 28; Second Qualifying Period begins (State) — 28; South Africa in the FIFA World Cup opener in Mexico City — 31; Steven Spielberg’s ’Disclosure Day’ premieres — 32; Qualifying Period ends for Federal, Governor, Cabinet, State and local offices — 32; Flag Day — 34; the Octagon on the White House South Lawn: UFC Freedom 250 — 34; Trump’s 80th birthday — 34; ’Toy Story 5’ premieres — 39; The final season of ‘THE BEAR’ premieres — 45; ’Supergirl’ premieres — 46; Florida GOP Sunshine State Showdown debates — 46; live-action ’Moana’ premieres — 51; Primary Election UOCAVA ballot deadline — 54; Primary Election domestic ballot deadline — 59; MLB All-Star Game — 64; Domestic Primary Election VBM deadline — 66; Primary Election voter registration deadline — 70; ’Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ premieres — 81; ’Ted Lasso’ season 4 premieres — 86; Primary Election ballot request deadline — 87; Early voting period begins — 89; Primary Election Day — 99; NFL regular season kicks off — 121; San Francisco 49ers face the Los Angeles Rams in first-ever NFL regular season game in Melbourne, Australia — 122; Yankees host the Mets for 9/11 anniversary — 123; MLB Roberto Clemente Day — 127; General Election UOCAVA ballot deadline — 131; General Election domestic ballot deadline — 136; Domestic General Election VBM deadline — 143; General Election voter registration deadline — 147; Early Voting General Election begins — 166; General Election — 176; ’Godzilla Minus Zero’ premieres — 179; 2026 Florida Automated Vehicles Summit — 184; ’The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ premieres — 193; ’Avengers: Doomsday’ premieres — 221; ’Dune: Part 3’ premieres — 221; untitled Star Wars movie premieres — 221; College Football Playoff national title game in Las Vegas — 259; Super Bowl LXI — 279; Tampa Mayoral Election — 295; 2027 Oscars — 307; Jacksonville First Election — 316; Jacksonville General Election — 372; ’Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse’ premieres — 390; ’Bluey the Movie’ premieres — 452; ’MIAMI VICE’ reboot premieres — 452; ’The Batman 2’ premieres — 508; ’Avengers: Secret Wars’ premieres — 585; College Football Playoff national title game in New Orleans — 623; 2028 Oscars — 664; ’Lilo & Stitch 2’ premieres — 746; ’Incredibles 3’ premieres — 767; Los Angeles Olympics Opening Ceremony — 795; U.S. Presidential Election — 911; College Football Playoff national title game in Tampa — 987; Avatar 4 premieres — 1,311; College Football Playoff national title games in Miami — 1,351; Avatar 5 premieres — 2,042.
— TOP STORY —
“Florida budget battle spills beyond dollars and cents” via Jim Saunders of State Affairs Florida — Florida lawmakers are returning to Tallahassee for a Special Session after failing to complete the constitutionally required state budget during the Regular Session, continuing a pattern of budget turmoil that has now stretched across two consecutive years. Leaders expect to finalize the 2026-27 spending plan after Memorial Day, but negotiations have been slowed by political tensions among the House, Senate and Gov. DeSantis, as well as disagreements over key spending priorities.
Don Gaetz says Florida’s budget standoff became more about politics than spending. Image via Senate Majority Office.
The Senate approved a proposed $115 billion budget earlier this year, while the House backed a smaller $113.6 billion version. Under normal circumstances, conference Committees would have negotiated the differences before the scheduled end of Session. Instead, talks stalled entirely, forcing lawmakers into overtime. Former Senate President Don Gaetz said the breakdown has been driven more by personalities and politics than by major disagreements over numbers.
House Speaker Daniel Perez and Senate President Ben Albritton eventually reached an agreement on roughly $51.98 billion in general revenue allocations covering areas such as healthcare, education and criminal justice. Still unresolved are disputes over issues including Everglades restoration funding, which remains a major priority for DeSantis and Senate leaders.
The final budget will exceed $100 billion and shape funding for schools, hospitals, prisons and local projects statewide. Legislative leaders say the plan will reduce overall spending while maintaining reserves and keeping taxes low. Once negotiations conclude, lawmakers must comply with a required 72-hour review period before passing the budget and sending it to DeSantis, who holds line-item veto authority.
— 2026 —
“Redistricting shuffle: Thomas Chalifoux ready for a rematch with Darren Soto in CD 9” via Jacob Ogles of Florida Politics — Congressional candidate Thomas Chalifoux wants a rematch with U.S. Rep. Darren Soto. And this time, he’s likely running on friendly ground. The Kissimmee Republican confirmed he will continue running in Florida’s 9th Congressional District under a new map approved by DeSantis. The former Osceola School Board member also just pledged $3 million in self-funding for the race. Chalifoux won the Republican nomination in 2024 in CD 9 but went on to lose to Soto, a Kissimmee Democrat, in the General Election. But the District has a very different makeup under the new map. The District now spans from Kissimmee southward into a large area of the Florida Heartland, shedding the urban areas of Orlando and greater Kissimmee to take in rural areas as far south as Moore Haven, while also picking up Indian River County.
Thomas Chalifoux sees Ron DeSantis’ new congressional map as a second chance against Darren Soto.
“Redistricting shuffle: Darren McAuley shifts to fight Gus Bilirakis in CD 12” via Jacob Ogles of Florida Politics — McAuley will drop a bid to challenge U.S. Rep. Lee and instead seek to oust U.S. Rep. Bilirakis. “The lines on the map may have changed, but my mission has not: I’m running to lower costs, make healthcare more affordable, and stop the corruption in Washington so hardworking Floridians have a fair shot at the American Dream,” McAuley said. A former Veterans Affairs physician and Florida’s State Air Surgeon, McAuley originally announced his candidacy in Florida’s 15th Congressional District in July. At that point, that seat was considered a battleground seat, and it primarily covered inland counties.
“Dan Franzese running for revised CD 25 in South Florida” via Drew Dixon of Florida Politics — Republican Franzese has entered the increasingly crowded race for Florida’s newly redrawn Congressional District 25, positioning himself as an “America First” ally of Trump while targeting longtime Democratic stronghold territory in South Florida. Franzese previously ran twice against Lois Frankel in Congressional District 22 before shifting his focus to CD 25 following Florida’s latest redistricting overhaul. The District is currently represented by Debbie Wasserman Schultz, though she is expected to pivot her campaign to District 22 after boundary changes reshaped the seat along Florida’s southeast coast. Franzese joins a crowded Republican Primary field that includes Scott Singer, George Moraitis, Joe Kaufman, Raven Harrison and Jared Gurfein ahead of the 2026 Election cycle.
“St. Petersburg and Wauchula are in the same Congressional District. We drove it” via Shauna Muckle of the Tampa Bay Times — Florida’s newly redrawn Congressional District 16 is emerging as one of the state’s most geographically and politically complicated districts, stretching from urban St. Petersburg to the rural cattle country of Arcadia and Wauchula. The map signed by DeSantis reshapes the region into a sprawling District combining Democratic-leaning coastal neighborhoods, fast-growing suburban communities and deeply conservative inland farming towns with vastly different priorities. Residents and local officials across the District are already questioning whether a single member of Congress can effectively represent such competing interests, ranging from public transit and redevelopment in St. Petersburg to agriculture, flooding and growth management deeper inland. Critics also argue the map weakens community representation by splitting Tampa Bay’s urban centers across multiple districts while strengthening Republican political advantages heading into future congressional elections.
— MORE ELECTIONS —
First in Sunburn — “Daniella Levine Cava endorses five Miami-Dade Democrats for Legislature” via Jesse Scheckner of Florida Politics — Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava is throwing her support behind five fellow Democrats running for seats in the Legislature, including three incumbents and two first-time state candidates competing in contested Primaries. The nods represent the first endorsements Levine Cava has given for state-level races in the 2026 Election cycle. All five candidates — Senate Democratic Leader-designate Shevrin Jones, Reps. Kevin Chambliss and Ashley Gantt and House candidates Ashley Litwin, Diego and Gloria Romero Roses — are running in Miami-Dade districts. In statements shared first with Florida Politics, the twice-elected Mayor of Florida’s most populous county explained why she was backing each of them.
Daniella Levine Cava backs Miami-Dade Democrats ahead of crowded 2026 legislative contests.
“Griff Griffitts steps back, Tricia Berry steps up in HD 6” via Peter Schorsch of Florida Politics — Rep. Griffitts announced he will not seek re-election in House District 6, closing out a legislative tenure focused heavily on hurricane recovery, property insurance and economic issues affecting Florida’s Panhandle. The Panama City Beach Republican said the decision followed significant thought and prayer as he shifts attention toward family, business and community service. Griffitts, who previously led Bay County through Hurricane Michael, COVID-19 and major wildfires, recently became president and CEO of Visit Panama City Beach after a unanimous Board vote. Republican Tricia Berry has already entered the race to succeed him, positioning herself as a conservative focused on affordability, business growth and protecting Florida’s political direction in a deeply Republican District likely to remain under GOP control.
“Two Southwest Florida Sheriffs back Liesa Priddy for HD 82” via Peter Schorsch of Florida Politics — Priddy continues building serious momentum in the Republican Primary for House District 82, adding endorsements from Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk and Hendry County Sheriff Steve Whidden. The backing strengthens her standing with law enforcement and reinforces a campaign already supported by a wide range of agriculture, business and conservative organizations across Southwest Florida. Priddy has centered her campaign on public safety, agriculture and conservative leadership, while highlighting her experience as a rancher and former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissioner. The Immokalee Republican is seeking to succeed Lauren Melo in a District that strongly favors GOP candidates. With no Democrats filing and Melo having previously won nearly 70% of the vote, the race is shaping up as a competitive Republican contest, with establishment support carrying major weight.
First on #FlaPol — “In a fight to end GOP supermajority, Joe Saunders will lead Equality Florida Action PAC” via Gabrielle Russon of Florida Politics — Saunders has been named the Executive Director of the Equality Florida Action PAC, Florida’s largest LGBTQ political committee. “Florida is home to one of the country’s largest LGBTQ communities, but too often, politicians are building their brand on our backs. In 2026, we need to swing the pendulum, and we have a plan to do exactly that,” Saunders said. “Pro-equality voters are poised to make the difference in critical elections up and down the ballot. We’re going to build the bench of LGBTQ electeds, break the anti-LGBTQ supermajorities in Tallahassee, and deliver pro-equality majorities in our local and School Board races. Champions who fight for us are going to get the support they need to win, and those who attack us get to look for new jobs.”
— STATEWIDE —
“‘Full armor of God’: Ron DeSantis hails Ave Maria University while addressing its graduating class” via A.G. Gancarski of Florida Politics — DeSantis used his commencement address at Ave Maria University to urge graduates to defend faith, liberty and traditional values against cultural and political pressures he said are reshaping American institutions. Praising the Catholic university for resisting “the spirit of the age,” DeSantis contrasted Ave Maria with what he called faith-based schools that have abandoned their moral foundations in pursuit of ideological trends. He encouraged graduates to embrace truth even when unpopular and framed Florida’s political battles over COVID restrictions, parental rights, education and abortion as part of a broader effort to preserve freedom. DeSantis also tied the message to the state’s America 250 celebration and warned against allowing artificial intelligence or “the almighty algorithm” to replace human judgment, morality and religious faith in public life.
Ron DeSantis urges Ave Maria graduates to battle modern culture in the ‘full armor of God.’
“DeSantis says ‘I was ready to sign’ ivermectin bill — his own party killed it” via Mohd Haider of Yahoo News — DeSantis confirmed that he was prepared to sign an over-the-counter ivermectin bill, after House Republicans blocked legislation the Senate had already passed 23–15. “The ivermectin bill was passed by Republicans in the Florida Senate but then killed by Republicans in the Florida House. I was ready to sign it,” DeSantis wrote on X, responding to a user. Florida’s stalled effort is part of a broader national wave. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 25, legislation authorizing the sale of OTC ivermectin, in August 2025, making Texas the fifth state to approve OTC ivermectin, following Arkansas, Idaho, Louisiana, and Tennessee.
“DeSantis signs ‘FIRE Act’ targeting ‘birth tourism,’ foreign and terrorist influence” via Michelle Vecerina of Florida’s Voice — DeSantis signed the “Foreign Interference Restriction and Enforcement Act,” or “FIRE Act” on Friday, a sweeping legislative package designed to curb the influence of hostile foreign governments and designated terrorist organizations within Florida. The legislation, HB 905, targets a broad array of international interactions ranging from business ties with Cuba to surrogacy contracts involving foreign nationals. “We have worked together […] for many, many years to combat pernicious foreign influence in Florida institutions,” DeSantis said. “More and more foreign countries with agendas are trying to influence different American institutions.” “China ships people here for birth,” DeSantis said. “They’re coming here for a month, having birth, and then going back to China. Why would we let that happen and grant citizenship under those circumstances?”
“Beware last-minute policy in budget, superintendent warns” via Jeffrey S. Solochek of the Tampa Bay Times — Legislative leaders sent out their official declaration of a budget Special Session, laying out what’s up for consideration when lawmakers return to Tallahassee. They set the appropriations bills on the table when the Regular Session ended in March as the baseline. Each also advised that the process requires new vehicles for the budget, as well as implementing and conforming bills. The latter two have school officials across the state on notice. “The area that concerns me the most is the policy aspects of the budget Session,” Pasco Schools Superintendent John Legg, who previously served in both the House and Senate, told his School Board.
“In budget Session, lawmakers set to tackle Medicaid hospital cuts, AIDS drug funding” via Arek Sarkissian of POLITICO — Lawmakers return to Tallahassee next week facing high-stakes healthcare budget fights involving billions in Medicaid funding, hospital reimbursements and HIV treatment programs. While House and Senate leaders previously agreed on roughly $52 billion in healthcare spending, major disagreements remain over a Senate proposal to cut hospital Medicaid reimbursements by 3%, a move hospital leaders warn could reduce care for children, seniors and disabled patients. Florida Hospital Association CEO Mary Mayhew sharply criticized the proposal, noting hospitals already receive reimbursement rates far below actual costs. Meanwhile, nursing facilities are pushing lawmakers to preserve current Medicaid rates as operational costs continue rising statewide. Legislators must also address a more than $110 million shortfall in Florida’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program after federal Affordable Care Act funding cuts created major budget gaps affecting HIV patients and access to medications such as Biktarvy.
—“Study says free phone calls in prison help recidivism — budget won’t address it this year” via Mitch Perry of Florida Phoenix
“James Uthmeier says surrogacy is human trafficking, with big implications for families” via Romy Ellenbogen of the Tampa Bay Times — Last August, a married couple went before a Broward County court in what was expected to be a routine surrogacy case. The couple, two men living in France, had contracted with a Florida woman in December to carry their child. As her due date approached, the fathers-to-be petitioned for early parental rights. While the judge did grant the order, his opinion — and the involvement of Florida’s Attorney General — set off a chain of events that could result in a dramatic reshaping of not only surrogacy law, but a range of reproductive issues in Florida. Judge Marlon Weiss, going beyond what is typically required in such a case, suggested in his order that surrogacy may be unconstitutional. His ruling holds that if unborn children are entitled to personhood — which he implies is correct, citing legal articles in favor of that view — those children cannot be subject to an ownership contract. In November, roughly 24 hours after the fathers told the court about the baby’s birth, AG Uthmeier began pushing to intervene in the case.
James Uthmeier’s surrogacy fight could upend Florida family law and reproductive rights. Image via Orlando Sentinel.
“Why Erin Grall broke with GOP on DeSantis-backed congressional map” via Lawrence Reisman of TCPalm — Sen. Grall emerged as one of only four Senate Republicans willing to oppose DeSantis’ aggressive congressional redistricting plan, arguing the proposal conflicted with Florida’s Fair Districts constitutional protections and moved too quickly for proper public scrutiny. The Vero Beach Republican said lawmakers were given insufficient time to fully evaluate the highly technical map, which could expand the GOP’s congressional advantage from 20-8 to 24-4. Grall also pointed to testimony from the mapmaker acknowledging partisan data was considered during the process, something Florida’s constitution explicitly prohibits. While supporting the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana v. Callais regarding race-based district considerations, Grall argued the decision did not erase Florida’s separate constitutional ban on drawing districts to favor political parties or incumbents.
Happening today — Leadership from the Florida House Democratic Caucus will hold a media availability to discuss legislative priorities and answer reporters’ questions on issues impacting the state. The online event comes as lawmakers return to Tallahassee for budget negotiations and ongoing debates over healthcare, education and other major state policy matters. Remarks are expected from House Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell and Kelly Skidmore, who serves as the caucus’ Policy Chair: 10 a.m., Zoom link.
— D.C. MATTERS —
“Inside the unlikely reunion between Donald Trump and DeSantis” via Alex Leary of The Wall Street Journal — DeSantis is quietly rebuilding his relationship with Trump while leaving open the possibility of another White House run after his term as Governor ends. Despite their bitter 2024 Republican Primary battle, the two now speak regularly and have golfed together multiple times, with Trump reportedly telling DeSantis after the race, “Ron, you should have hit me harder.” DeSantis said he cannot rule out another presidential campaign, noting, “I’m in my mid-40s, so I couldn’t say I would never do it.” Allies have floated him for Cabinet posts or even the Supreme Court, though some Trump advisers remain deeply skeptical. DeSantis says his focus remains on helping conservatives nationally while continuing Florida’s transformation into a reliably Republican state.
Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis trade campaign scars for an uneasy Republican reunion.
“President is said to sign off on firing FDA Chief” via Christina Jewett and Maggie Haberman of The New York Times — Reports that Trump approved plans to fire Marty Makary underscore growing tensions inside the administration over vaping policy, abortion regulation and biotech drug approvals. Makary, who built a high public profile as Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, tried balancing pro-business priorities with the health-focused agenda pushed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Make America Healthy Again supporters. But his resistance to approving certain flavored e-cigarettes, delays surrounding reviews of the abortion pill mifepristone and aggressive rejection of some biotech treatments created enemies across multiple political factions. Anti-abortion activists, tobacco interests and biotech investors all intensified pressure against him. Despite speculation about his future, Trump publicly denied any knowledge of plans to dismiss him while leaving his standing within the administration in continued uncertainty.
“Marco Rubio’s Vatican tour could unlock more Cuba aid” via Daniella Cheslow and Giselle Ruhiyyih Ewing of POLITICO — Secretary of State Rubio and Pope Leo XIV may have found some common ground this week beyond ironing out a spat with the White House: humanitarian aid for Cuba. Speaking to reporters in Rome, Rubio said the U.S. had provided $6 million in aid to Cuba distributed by Caritas, the Catholic Church’s relief agency. He added that Washington had offered $100 million more, which the government in Havana refused to distribute. “So we discussed that, and we hope we can do it because we do want to help the people of Cuba who are being hurt by this incompetent regime that’s destroyed the country and the economy,” Rubio said.
“Susie Wiles cracks down on leaks” via Ben Johansen and Sophia Cai of POLITICO — In late March, White House Chief of Staff Wiles sent a blunt message to staff across the Executive Office of the President: Stop leaking to the press. Wiles warned that “no staff member within the Executive Office of the President is permitted to speak with members of the news media without the explicit approval of the White House Communications Office,” and that “unauthorized leaks will not be tolerated and are subject to sanction up to and including termination.” The directive marked one of Wiles’ clearest moves to crack down on leaks that might interfere with official White House messaging, as the West Wing has grown increasingly frustrated with staff bypassing formal channels and carrying disputes or decision-making battles into the press.
“James Blair’s badly needed victory” via Leigh Ann Caldwell of Puck — Trump’s successful effort to punish Indiana Republican lawmakers who opposed mid-decade redistricting delivered a blunt warning to GOP officials nationwide: crossing the White House now comes with political consequences. White House political director Blair celebrated the victories after five of the seven targeted Republican state Senators lost, giving Trump’s operation a desperately needed win following setbacks in California, Virginia, Texas and Florida redistricting fights. But the triumph came at a staggering cost, with the Club for Growth and Sen. Jim Banks spending more than $13 million on races that typically attract far less money. Even with Trump’s influence looming large, local factors still mattered. Longtime incumbents faced voter fatigue, retirements and difficult District dynamics, while State Sen. Greg Goode survived after mounting an aggressive, well-funded defense campaign.
“White House ally returns to NASA” via Audrey Decker of POLITICO — Brian Hughes, a Florida political operative and White House ally who previously served as NASA Chief of Staff, is returning to the agency in an unusual move. Hughes will take on the role of senior director of launch operations based at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, according to a workforce note viewed by POLITICO. He will have direct responsibility for that center and the Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. “He will help bring together all the stakeholders of NASA spaceports, working with industry, local leadership, and other government agencies to enable launch rate for NASA and execute the President’s National Space Policy to ensure American space superiority,” the workforce note said.
Trump ally Brian Hughes lands back at NASA with Space Coast launch authority.
“Booz Allen moves to toss Rick Scott tax leak lawsuit” via Jim Saunders of State Affairs Florida — U.S. Sen. Scott is facing pushback in his federal lawsuit against Booz Allen Hamilton over the leak of confidential IRS tax records tied to a massive data theft scheme. The contractor is asking a federal judge in Fort Myers to dismiss Scott’s lawsuit, arguing that former employee Charles Littlejohn acted alone when he stole taxpayer information and shared it with media organizations, including ProPublica and The New York Times. Booz Allen contends Scott waited too long to sue under the applicable statute of limitations and says Littlejohn intentionally bypassed security systems to conceal the crimes. Scott’s lawsuit argues the company failed to properly supervise Littlejohn and allowed sensitive taxpayer information to be repeatedly accessed and removed without detection, leaving victims concerned that additional private records could still surface publicly.
“Jared Moskowitz’s Broadcom trade raises ethics concerns over self-dealing” via Frank Kopylov of Florida’s Voice — U.S. Rep. Moskowitz, a Democrat who has faced criticism over his role in Congress, is facing fresh accusations of self-dealing after disclosing a well-timed stock purchase in a major artificial intelligence chipmaker that stands to benefit from legislation he helped shape. Moskowitz reported buying between $1,001 and $15,000 worth of Broadcom Inc. shares on March 30. The transaction came just days after Broadcom secured a $970 million contract with the Air Force and Space Force. Moskowitz sits on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, which recently passed the AI Overwatch Act, granting the United States greater oversight of advanced chip sales, an area directly affecting Broadcom, one of the nation’s leading AI chip companies. Since his purchase, Broadcom’s stock has soared 43%, delivering an immediate paper profit on the Democrat’s investment.
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“Questions intensify over stalled A3 Foundation audit in Miami-Dade” via Jim DeFede of CBS Miami — Questions surrounding the A3 Foundation and its ties to Miami-Dade Commission Chair Anthony Rodriguez continue growing as auditors and prosecutors examine how millions in public funds were spent. CBS News Miami confirmed the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office is conducting a criminal investigation involving subpoenas and witness interviews, though no charges have been filed, and the organization denies wrongdoing. Meanwhile, Miami-Dade Clerk and Comptroller Juan Fernandez-Barquin said his office is conducting a broader audit of roughly 15 community-based organizations rather than focusing solely on A3, despite mounting scrutiny of the nonprofit’s management of Country Fest at Tropical Park. Fernandez-Barquin acknowledged concerns about perceived conflicts because of his longtime relationship with Rodriguez but insisted that the review remains impartial. The prolonged timeline, staffing shortages and lack of clear answers have fueled growing demands for greater transparency and accountability.
Anthony Rodriguez faces mounting scrutiny as questions swirl around the stalled A3 Foundation audit. Image via Colin Hackley.
“Alix Desulme launches re-election bid for North Miami Mayor, says ‘the work isn’t finished’” via Peter Schorsch of Florida Politics — Mayor Desulme is officially running again. Desulme is launching his re-election campaign, pitching voters on what he described as a record of fiscal discipline, infrastructure investment, and public safety upgrades in Miami-Dade County’s sixth-largest city. “North Miami’s progress is real, and it’s everywhere you look — but the work isn’t finished,” Desulme said. “I’m running for re-election to keep building the city our families deserve.” Desulme, a son of Haitian immigrants and a former classroom teacher with a doctorate in Educational Leadership, has been a fixture in city politics for nearly two decades. The city he leads is home to the largest Haitian American community in Florida.
“Florida pulls funding for Key West Pride events because of new anti-diversity law” via John Russell of LGBTQ Nation — LGBTQ+ destination Key West will no longer receive state funding for its Pride events beginning next year. In a letter to the Key West Business Guild, a senior assistant county attorney for Monroe County specifically cited the state’s SB 1134, an anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) law signed by DeSantis last month. The law, which does not take effect until 2027, bans local governments in Florida from “funding or promoting or taking official action as it relates to diversity, equity, and inclusion” using taxpayer dollars. Critics of SB 1134 say its intention is to defund events like local Pride celebrations, dealing a major blow to LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusion in many communities across the state. But as Gay Key West Visitor Center Executive Director Rob Dougherty explained, one of the law’s unintended consequences will be its economic impact on places like Key West.
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“Commissioner says data center makes Fort Meade a ‘political pawn’” via Gary White of the Lakeland Ledger — Fort Meade officials are pushing back after DeSantis called a proposed hyperscale data center “not viable,” arguing the project has increasingly become a political flashpoint in Florida’s emerging battles over AI infrastructure and growth. Commissioners unanimously approved a 20-year development agreement with Stonebridge despite months of public opposition from residents concerned about environmental and quality-of-life impacts. Commissioner Jim Watts defended the city’s authority to make local decisions, while Commissioner Matthew Taylor suggested statewide political figures are using the controversy to energize voters ahead of future campaigns. The debate intensified after DeSantis signed SB 484, legislation establishing new rules for data centers, while Lt. Gov. Collins and gubernatorial candidate Fishback also criticized the Fort Meade project. Despite growing political pressure, city officials say the permitting process remains ongoing, and no final outcome has been determined.
Jim Watts says Fort Meade’s controversial data center became campaign-season political bait. Image via The Ledger.
The nurse was branded ‘a danger to public health’ in Maryland. She is still licensed in Florida.” via Annie Martin of Orlando Sentinel — The Orlando newspaper is continuing to investigate the shortcomings in Florida’s nursing industry after the state loosened requirements for nursing education. The Sentinel’s latest expose tells the story of a nurse who was prohibited from working in the state of Missouri after one of her patients died in 2023. However, in Florida, the nurse is still licensed to practice healthcare. It’s an example of the problems following the rise of private, for-profit schools educating nurses.
“Lake Eola swans to be moved elsewhere as Orlando ‘pauses’ program after flu outbreak” via Ryan Gillespie of Orlando Sentinel — It’s a swan song for the swans. The iconic swans of downtown Orlando’s Lake Eola are going away – at least for the time being. The swans have been hit hard by avian flu, a disease with no cure, leading to public concerns about the birds’ well-being. The city announced it will find new homes for the swans. “My hope is that there will be a shot or an inoculation or an injection to cure the avian flu,” said Orlando City Commissioner Patty Sheehan, who has been a longtime supporter of the swan program. “It’s sad for everyone. I know there’s going to be a lot of people who are going to be upset by this decision; it’s not one we’ve come upon lightly.”
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“Tampa’s stadium debate is starting to sound a lot like St. Pete’s” via Jesse Mendoza of Florida Politics — For months, Mayor Ken Welch has taken political heat for the collapse of a deal to keep the Tampa Bay Rays in St. Petersburg, with critics accusing him of fumbling what was supposed to be a transformational redevelopment project for the city. But as Tampa and Hillsborough County officials now wrestle publicly with their own proposed Rays stadium agreement, the debate across the Bay is beginning to sound strikingly familiar. The same questions that plagued a Rays’ deal in St. Petersburg for years before one was finally struck are now surfacing in Tampa: How much public risk is too much? And, perhaps more importantly, if redevelopment is the true prize, does it truly require a $2.3 billion ballpark attached to it? It’s worth noting that the deal that was ultimately reached failed after Hurricane Milton damaged Tropicana Field and the team decided to play its next season in Tampa, causing delays to the deal that ultimately killed it.
Ken Welch watches Tampa rediscover the same Rays stadium headaches that sank St. Pete’s deal.
“Tampa man jailed for not demolishing his guesthouse is ‘not done fighting’” via Christopher Spata of the Tampa Bay Times — Michael Martin came home from the Hillsborough County jail on Friday, exhausted and 12 pounds lighter, but his words sounded strong. “I’m not done fighting,” he said from the couch of his South Tampa home. A nurse had just hooked him up to an IV. “I’m really dehydrated. The water isn’t very good at the jail.” Martin, 62, spent nearly three weeks inside, charged with contempt of court for failing to follow a judge’s order that he demolish the two-story gym and guesthouse, his pool and a pickleball court he’d constructed in the backyard of his Beach Park home. Between what it originally cost to build, the $400,000 it will cost to tear it down and the hundreds of thousands of dollars he has paid to lawyers, Martin said he stands to lose nearly $2 million. “I’m completely perplexed about how I’m here,” he said, “when I did everything by the book and the city approved the permits every step of the way.”
— LOCAL: N. FL —
Happening today — Attorneys representing the family of Tiru Chabba, the 45-year-old father of two killed in last year’s mass shooting at Florida State University, will announce a lawsuit connected to the attack that left two people dead and six others wounded. Chabba, an employee of Aramark Collegiate Hospitality, was on campus April 17, 2025, when authorities say FSU student Phoenix Ikner opened fire shortly before noon. Attorneys Bakari Sellers, Amy Willbanks, J. Robert Bell III and Jim Bannister are expected to speak and answer questions from reporters following the announcement: 9 a.m., outside the Joseph Woodrow Hatchett United States Courthouse, 111 N. Adams St., Tallahassee.
Tiru Chabba’s family seeks accountability after the deadly Florida State University campus shooting.
“The ‘race-neutral’ myth and Jacksonville City Council redistricting” via A.G. Gancarski of Jacksonville Today — Term-limited Republican City Council member Rory Diamond is not ruling out running for Mayor despite much of the establishment liking House Speaker Pro Tempore Wyman Duggan. Diamond says he wants local redistricting and that there is time to do just that before the 2027 elections. Jacksonville’s current map maintains four districts that are intended to allow Black candidates to be elected. Diamond’s “race-neutral” map could very easily chop up those districts. It doesn’t take much imagination to figure out how that could happen, even if districts are drawn without crossing the St. Johns River. It would be easy enough to dilute them. And if your goal is partisan domination, it would be political malpractice not to.
“Thousands of cameras monitor Leon County. Here’s where they are” via Elena Barrera of the Tallahassee Democrat — Leon County officials say at least 4,000 public and private surveillance cameras are already operating throughout the Tallahassee area as Commissioners prepare to debate expanding school zone speed enforcement technology. The total includes cameras at schools, parks, intersections, government buildings and businesses, though officials acknowledge the actual number is likely much higher because it excludes systems operated by the Tallahassee Police Department and Leon County Sheriff’s Office. Concerns over privacy, artificial intelligence and license plate tracking continue to fuel debate about vendors, including Flock Safety and RedSpeed. Officials say the technology helps solve crimes and improve school safety, while critics warn the expanding surveillance network risks government overreach and misuse of personal data.
“Council member Clark-Murray removed from student contact at school” via David Bauerlein of The Florida Times-Union — Clark-Murray faces a Duval County Public Schools human resources investigation and a temporary reassignment that prevents her from having any contact with students. The School District did not provide details about the nature of the investigation into Clark-Murray. She has worked as a site coach in the Exceptional Student Education program at Alfred I. duPont Middle School. The District said in a statement that Clark-Murray “has been temporarily reassigned to a role with no student contact pending the outcome of a human resources investigation.”
“Education Department probes School District over alleged antisemitism” via Isa Domínguez of POLITICO — The Education Department’s civil rights arm is kicking off an investigation into a Florida School District following reports of antisemitic harassment. The investigation stems from a complaint by the Anti-Defamation League, a Jewish advocacy group, and the Akerman law firm filed against the District in February, alleging that it violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. The complaint describes instances in which a Jewish student in Bay County faced antisemitic bullying and a “hostile” learning environment. The complaint refers to incidents in which students allegedly made presentations involving antisemitic symbols, statements and gestures. But the School District did not make any systemic changes in response, the groups alleged. “A learning environment that permits bullying, leaves harassment unpunished, and tolerates antisemitic hatred is not only unsafe for students — it is unlawful,” Kimberly Richey, assistant secretary for the civil rights office, said.
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“Business leaders say closing USF Sarasota-Manatee would hurt local economy” via Kerry Sheridan of WUSF — The future of the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus will be decided in budget talks in Tallahassee this month, and several chambers of commerce have urged lawmakers to consider the needs of local businesses that rely on graduates in education, nursing and accounting. DeSantis has laid out a plan to transfer the southernmost USF campus to New College of Florida, a neighboring liberal arts school with about 900 students that DeSantis has made a beacon in his “war on woke” in higher education. But amid its ideological transformation, New College was also singled out by a Florida DOGE report last year as the least efficient state university, with the second-lowest median salary for graduates (after Florida A&M University) and the highest per-student operating expenses. Supporters of USF Sarasota-Manatee say the proposal would amount to the eviction of a prominent educational institution, warning that a multitude of programs that feed key jobs will go away.
Florida business leaders warn Ron DeSantis’ USF Sarasota-Manatee plan could damage local workforce pipelines.
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“Republicans prepare for long-term redistricting domination” via David Weigel of Semafor — Republicans are increasingly signaling that the current wave of redistricting fights is only the beginning of a broader long-term effort to reshape American political power ahead of 2028 and beyond.
Energized by recent court victories and the Supreme Court’s Callais decision weakening protections tied to majority-minority districts, GOP lawmakers in several states are preparing additional congressional map overhauls designed to further limit Democratic opportunities in the U.S. House.
Supporters of the strategy argue the modern Democratic coalition relies heavily on immigration patterns, Voting Rights Act protections and district configurations established after 1965. Democrats, meanwhile, are preparing for extended legal and political battles as they accuse Republicans of aggressively manipulating maps to entrench power.
The growing confrontation reflects a much larger national struggle over voting rights, demographic change, congressional representation and the future structure of competitive American elections.
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“The JD Vance-Rubio 2028 question pops up again” via Byron York of the Washington Examiner — Despite renewed media attention surrounding Rubio and possible 2028 presidential ambitions, Vance remains the clear Republican front-runner as both men navigate growing political pressure tied to the Iran war. Rubio earned praise in Washington after stepping into White House briefing duties and handling questions on diplomacy, military operations and global tensions, fueling fresh speculation about his national political future. Meanwhile, Vance took a far different approach during an Iowa appearance supporting Rep. Zach Nunn, focusing less on policy mechanics and more on the emotional toll of war after meeting Gold Star families connected to American troops killed in the conflict. The contrast highlighted two different political skill sets emerging inside the Republican Party’s early 2028 landscape.
“Hispanic families, businesses benefit from expanded Gulf access” via Julio Fuentes for Florida Politics — Rising oil prices continue to squeeze Florida families and small businesses, with Hispanic entrepreneurs facing some of the sharpest pressures because of their concentration in industries heavily dependent on fuel and transportation costs. Higher gasoline and diesel prices ripple through tourism, construction and logistics, forcing businesses to raise prices, reduce operations or delay expansion plans. Expanding domestic energy production in the Gulf of America is framed as a practical way to improve economic certainty and shield consumers from volatile international markets. Supporters of broader offshore leasing argue that a stronger Five-Year Leasing Plan would protect jobs, stabilize supply chains and reduce dependence on foreign energy sources. They also contend that consistent leasing schedules help producers invest with confidence while keeping long-term energy costs more predictable for businesses and working families.
“SB 484 is the law. Now the real fight starts at the PSC.” via Mark McNees for Florida Politics — Florida has positioned itself at the center of a growing national debate over who should bear the soaring energy costs tied to AI data centers. SB 484 establishes a legal framework requiring large-scale data centers to pay for the grid infrastructure and power they use rather than shifting costs to residential consumers. Supporters argue the measure gives Florida a first-mover advantage as other states struggle with rising utility bills driven by hyperscaler expansion. The legislation also places major responsibility on the Florida Public Service Commission, where upcoming tariff decisions will determine how aggressively the state enforces cost protections. While broader debates over transparency, land use and nondisclosure agreements remain unresolved, the bill establishes a significant precedent on utility cost allocation that lawmakers and regulators nationwide are expected to study closely.
“Florida judge recusal raises ‘bizarre’ questions of bias” via Adam Ellis for the Tallahassee Democrat — Florida’s latest congressional redistricting fight took an unusual legal turn after Cord Byrd successfully moved to disqualify J. Lee Marsh by arguing the judge could appear too favorable to the state’s own attorney, Mohammad Jazil. Jazil serves on Marsh’s re-election committee, donated to his campaign and helped host a fundraiser, relationships the state claimed created an appearance problem. Legal observers say the maneuver reverses the traditional logic behind judicial recusal, which typically involves concerns that a judge may favor opposing counsel over one’s own lawyer. Critics called the theory “truly bizarre” and warned that it could open the door to sophisticated litigants engineering the removal of judges by strategically inserting politically connected attorneys into cases, raising broader concerns about forum shopping and judicial independence in Florida courts.
“Let’s keep our promise to Florida’s first responders” via Sheriff T.K. Waters for The Florida Times-Union — As an agency, we’ve worked hard to train up the next generation of law enforcement officials. Our team cares deeply about our region, the people they serve and the communities they are fighting to protect. Their thoughtful service and real commitment to positive change are what have facilitated measurable reductions in crime: most recently, we’ve seen a 53.91% decline in murders in 2024 and a 15.6% decrease in overall crime in 2025, including a 7.8% reduction in violent crime and a 17.4% drop in property crime in Jacksonville alone. We cannot keep delivering these types of results without a highly capable, well-trained workforce that is committed to selflessly serving their community.
“Sloths’ tragic journey shows need for change” via the Orlando Sentinel editorial board — The horrifying deaths of at least 55 sloths tied to the failed Orlando attraction Sloth World are fueling growing calls for stricter laws targeting the exotic animal trade in Florida and across the United States. Wildlife investigators say dozens of sloths imported from Peru and Guyana were kept in poor conditions, improperly fed and left in an unheated storage facility before many died from infections, pneumonia and severe digestive problems. The surviving animals were transferred to the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens, where experts continue to try to stabilize their health. Lawmakers, including Anna Eskamani and Maxwell Alejandro Frost, are now pushing for state and federal reforms to restrict the import of exotic animals and prevent unqualified operators from exhibiting wildlife for profit.
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“Orlando will host final qualifying series for 2028 Olympics” via Stephen Hudak of the Orlando Sentinel — Orlando has won its bid to host a portion of the qualifying series for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics Games, joining three other cities around the world in a multisport showcase that will determine the last wave of athletes to earn their spots. The City Beautiful will host the final four-day segment of the series in Spring 2028 at Camping World Stadium, preceded by Tokyo, Shanghai and Montreal. The sports involved are 3×3 basketball, beach volleyball, BMX freestyle, climbing, flag football and skateboarding, although it has not yet been announced which events will take place in each city. “Orlando is an Olympic city,” exclaimed Jason Siegel, president and CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, at a tourism event at the Orange County Convention Center where the IOC decision was announced locally. Siegel said Orlando learned that it had been chosen last Wednesday.
Orlando lands Olympic spotlight with final qualifying series stop before Los Angeles 2028.
— HAPPY BIRTHDAY —
Best wishes to former state Rep. John Paul Temple, Ashley Ligas and Alison Morano.
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Sunburn is authored and assembled by Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel Dean, Ryan Nicol, Jacob Ogles, and Drew Wilson.