Matt Caldwell: DeSantis’ property tax plan offers promise, but risky gaps remain
After nearly two years of waiting, Floridians finally get to see Gov. Ron DeSantis’ official property tax proposal. It…
St. Pete leaders warn property tax proposal could jeopardize city
As Gov. Ron DeSantis pushes a proposal that could eventually eliminate property taxes on homesteaded properties, St. Petersburg officials are…
‘Unfinished business’: Ron DeSantis in no rush to endorse successor or to declare post-gubernatorial plans
Gov. Ron DeSantis says he’s got things to do before he can endorse a candidate in the gubernatorial race,…
Don Gaetz backs up Gov. DeSantis proposal to eliminate homestead exemption tax
Gaetz said the elmination of the property tax is necessary for Florida residents to keep up with inflation.…
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics — Week of 5.24.26
The $114.5 billion spending plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27 finally cleared both chambers Friday after weeks of overtime…
Florida Policy Institute warns proposed homestead exemption changes will cost billions
Gov. Ron DeSantis’s Special Legislative Session he called for this week to address Florida’s property taxes could be…
Flags at Florida Capitol being flown at half-staff on May 29. Here’s why.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced in a May 28 press release that he directed to have flags flown…
Frederica Wilson will not seek re-election in CD 24
U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson has announced she will not seek a ninth term in Congress. The Miami-Dade Democrat,…
DeSantis promotes property tax relief proposal, highlights Florida immigration enforcement efforts
ORLANDO, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday urged support for a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at reducing…
Gov. DeSantis slams Supreme Court’s decision to deny Florida’s immigrant driver’s license lawsuit
Gov. Ron DeSantis called it a “mistake” for the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday to deny Florida’s request…
Approved budget includes $19M for Florida Poly growth and student success
Included in the now-approved state budget is $19 million for Florida Polytechnic University, funds earmarked for the school’s…
Almost 25,000 immigration arrests made in Florida
(The Center Square) – Since Florida launched its immigration enforcement effort, Operation Tidal Wave, in February, nearly 25,000…