Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 3.29.24

Who’s up, down, in and out — your morning tip sheet on Florida politics.
0 78min

Khara Boender: Protecting youth or infringing upon fundamental rights? Examining the First Amendment implications of HB 3

We firmly support the authority of parents — not the state — in deciding what is best for their child.
4 4min

Anika Omphroy on probation for violating campaign finance laws

This isn’t the first time she’s gotten into trouble over reporting issues.
2 4min

Legislative, Influence & Policy


Ken Welch, Rick Kriseman endorse Charlie Justice as ‘clear choice’ for Pinellas County Commission

‘Commissioner Justice has dedicated his life to improving the quality of life for all residents of this county, but particularly our most vulnerable and those struggling to make ends meet.’
0 8min

Pulling ‘a fast one?’ State criticized over new migrant health care dashboard

‘The state is trying to pull a fast one on us and, again, immigrants are the scapegoat.’
3 7min

Pop the cork: Gov. DeSantis signs measure to allow bigger wine bottles

‘There was really no public policy reason why we should have this regulation.’
4 3min

Gov. DeSantis signs bill squashing ‘squatters’ rights’

‘That was never intended to empower somebody to just invade some residential subdivision and illegally occupy someone’s private residence.’
6 4min

Ron DeSantis pans ‘phony narratives’ from media about measles

The Governor’s Office recoiled against coverage of a Florida outbreak earlier this year.
16 5min

2024 – Down Ballot


Gov. DeSantis predicts that Florida Supreme Court will validate his congressional map

‘I don’t think you’re going to see anything different than what’s already been happening.’
3 4min

Gus Bilirakis lands coveted endorsement from Donald Trump

‘Gus Bilirakis was an early Endorser of our Campaign for President, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement!’
7 7min

Federal Judges uphold Florida map, but raise questions on whether race motivated Gov. DeSantis

A Judge wrote that DeSantis ‘drew, proposed, and submitted the Enacted Map with race as a motivating factor.’
1 9min

Lawyer Laura F. Kelley wants to oust David Borrero, launches HD 111 bid

‘It’s time for leadership that not only understands the complexities of our challenges but is also committed to working collaboratively towards equitable solutions.’
4 3min

Culture Wars


Gov. DeSantis says there is a ‘desire to move forward’ with Disney

Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed Disney’s settlement during a press conference.
1 4min

Mifepristone access is coming before the US Supreme Court. How safe is this abortion pill?

Mifepristone results in a completed abortion 97.4% of the time, according to U.S. studies cited in the FDA label.
1 11min

Gov. DeSantis rejects claim that Florida is ‘criminalizing homelessness’

‘What the bill does is, it says you have a right to take people out of the public areas and put them in a shelter.’
16 3min

Zieglers sue to stop release of rape investigation records

The once powerful Republican power couple are suing the City of Sarasota and State Attorney’s Office.
27 6min

VP Harris calls for marijuana rescheduling, leniency

The Biden administration is mulling rescheduling the plant.
4 3min

Gov. DeSantis poised to sign homeless camping ban he wanted

Locals will have to set up camps. And find money to fund them.
38 3min

South Florida


Anika Omphroy on probation for violating campaign finance laws

This isn’t the first time she’s gotten into trouble over reporting issues.
2 4min

Local union backs David Richardson for Miami-Dade Tax Collector

‘I remain committed to making sure the workers who keep our county running — and all our residents — have a Tax Collector that listens and responds to their needs.’
0 4min

VA hospital homicide roils Rick Scott, Marco Rubio, Brian Mast

‘The loss of life under these circumstances is unacceptable and demands a swift and thorough investigation.’
10 3min

Lucia Báez-Geller campaign for CD 27 nets nods from Kevin Chambliss, Steve Cody

‘We are tired of politicians who continuously vote against us to play partisan games in Washington.’
0 4min

Shevrin Jones to tout Joe Biden-Kamala Harris successes in Milwaukee Democrats event keynote

‘The issues we’re dealing with in America now are real. This is not a reality show.’
0 4min

Federal


Former Sen. Joe Lieberman, Democrats’ VP pick in 2000, dead at 82

Lieberman died in New York City on Wednesday due to complications from a fall.
0 9min

Aaron Bean pursues congressional override of decision denying Florida permitting authority

The House passed an amendment from the Congressman that would codify Florida’s 404 program.
0 8min

Pam Bondi weighs in on Diddy legal trouble

‘It appeared they were seizing devices, meaning they most likely have some type of evidence of communications.’
6 3min

Mifepristone access is coming before the US Supreme Court. How safe is this abortion pill?

Mifepristone results in a completed abortion 97.4% of the time, according to U.S. studies cited in the FDA label.
1 11min

Foreign Affairs


Gov. DeSantis says Florida has competition in Haitian rescue mission

Costs for the 90 people brought to Florida at taxpayer expense have not been released by the Governor’s Office.
3 5min

Rick Scott meets with Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel

The Senator from Naples is standing by the embattled Israeli PM.
3 4min

Gov. DeSantis eyes Special Session to crack down on Haitian migrants

‘This Texas law, I think could be a model for other states if the courts end up upholding it.’
16 4min

Shevrin Jones wants ’empathy and humanity’ in Haiti crisis response

He doesn’t want Gov. DeSantis to score ‘political points off people’s suffering.’
13 4min

Gov. DeSantis wants Haiti rescue flight help from feds, Dominicans

The Governor may need cooperation for his latest taxpayer-funded foreign mission after all.
4 4min


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Universities


New College pitches marine mammal grad program to BOG

If approved, the pieces are in place for a Fall 2024 launch.
2 4min

Florida Poly President search is down to 5 finalists

‘Selecting the next president is one of the most critical roles we have as a board and I’m confident we will find the right candidate to lead Florida Poly into its next decade.’
4 9min


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