Florida picked up an extra seat in the last round of reapportionment and produced maps that triggered a lengthy legal battle only resolved this month by the state Supreme Court. The map pushed by the governor ultimately resulted in Republicans gaining four seats across the state, helping the GOP narrowly win the House back in 2022.

A University of North Florida poll shows First Lady Casey DeSantis leading U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds 32%-29% in the GOP primary for governor.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Manatee County is on deck for DOGE audit as cuts to government spending reach the local level.

The governor’s ally will lead the publicly funded agency that works to attract tourists and conventions to Florida. He could earn up to $215,000.

DeSantis said communications director Bryan Griffin is the best candidate to promote “the message of the Free State of Florida.”

Gov. Ron DeSantis has made it clear that reducing property taxes for homeowners is a priority during his final two years in office. The governor has proposed a ballot amendment in 2026 to give Florida voters the choice to get rid of taxes on homestead properties altogether.

Critics have challenged federal and state officials’ contention that the detention center is just run by the state of Florida. Environmental groups suing to stop further construction and expansion demanded Thursday to see agreements or communications between state and federal officials and to visit the site.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Manatee County is next to receive state-level D.O.G.E. budget audits.

The investigation into Epstein's crimes began in Palm Beach, Florida, where he faced initial charges and entered a controversial plea deal. Trump, a former friend of Epstein, faces scrutiny due to past associations and a recent lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a lewd letter.