Florida Politics

Headlines Immigration Enforcement

July 10, 2025

Ron DeSantis floats ‘insurrection’ meme when talking illegal immigration

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Headlines South Florida

July 10, 2025

‘Grateful’: Natalie Milian Orbis stacks $301K to defend her Miami-Dade Commission seat

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Emails & Opinions Headlines

July 10, 2025

Staff Reports

Last Call for 7.10.25 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida

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Headlines Immigration Enforcement

July 10, 2025

Gabrielle Russon

Democrats sue for access into ‘Alligator Alcatraz’; Governor’s Office calls their complaint ‘dumb’

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Headlines South Florida

July 10, 2025

Monique Pardo Pope reports over $105K raised in Miami Beach Commission campaign

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Headlines Tech

July 10, 2025

Drew Dixon

James Uthmeier levels subpoena in cryptocurrency fraud investigation into Robinhood

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2026 Headlines

July 10, 2025

Rob Long taps real estate, food service industries to raise $35K in Q2 for HD 90 bid

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Headlines Influence

July 10, 2025

Drew Dixon

Florida TaxWatch report shows getting child care increasingly challenging for working parents

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Legislative, Influence & Policy

Headlines Influence

Drew Dixon

Florida TaxWatch report shows getting child care increasingly challenging for working parents

The analysis calls on Florida employers to provide better child care for workers, and pushes the child care industry to pay employees better.

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Headlines Influence

Now live: The latest edition of INFLUENCE Magazine — featuring the Golden Rotundas to honor the Florida lobby corps

For most Floridians, Summer kicks off Memorial Day weekend with delicious barbecues and spectacular fireworks displays. It’s a symbol that’s as American as apple pie. But for those in The Process, there’s a different symbol synonymous with the season: a white hankie. For those who work in Florida politics, Summer doesn’t really start until at […]

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Headlines Influence

Drew Wilson

Personnel note: JMI welcomes Emma Rose Graddy as Media Relations Manager

Graddy previously worked as Communications Coordinator for the Florida Department of Health.

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Headlines Influence

Wilton Simpson’s ‘Operation Safe Summer’ seizes 85K hemp products in statewide crackdown

Retailers violating state standards may face administrative penalties, including fines, product seizures and license suspensions.

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Headlines Influence

Drew Wilson

AIF poll: TDT debate simmers, but voters strongly back status quo

While lawmakers waged a behind-the-scenes war over how Florida’s lucrative tourist development tax funds should be spent, voters across the political spectrum are already sold on the current system. New polling from the AIF Center for Political Strategy shows overwhelming bipartisan support for Florida’s existing TDT structure. Eighty-one percent of voters say they back the […]

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Headlines Influence

Susie Wiles praises ‘good Governor’ Ron DeSantis, says feud in ‘rearview mirror’

Let the healing begin.

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Headlines Influence

Greg Steube backs Ron DeSantis’ push to end property taxes

The Congressman says DeSantis’ proposal would be ‘great for the economy.’

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Headlines Influence

Jacob Ogles

Porn industry drops challenge to Florida’s age verification law

But Pornhub still won’t allow Florida users to access content.

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Headlines Influence

Drew Dixon

Florida TaxWatch: State consumers will see higher prices as a result of Donald Trump’s trade tariffs

TaxWatch analysts concluded that Floridians could see grocery bills increase by 10% to 15% if new trade tariffs are imposed.

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Headlines Influence

Drew Wilson

Shutts & Bowen partner exits to launch First Amendment Clinic at FSU law school

‘Her commitment to constitutional principles will greatly benefit the law school and the broader legal community.’

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Headlines Influence

Drew Dixon

FloridaCommerce now accepting applications for state funding to enhance military communities

Military installations in Florida communities are estimated to generate 865K jobs in the state.

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Headlines Influence

Gov. DeSantis signs ‘Emily Adkins Family Protection Act’ to better screen, track deadly blood clots

‘Aggregating all of this data and setting it up so the best and brightest minds can work on it is going to save lives.’

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New Administration

Headlines New Administration

Donald Trump comes to Pam Bondi’s defense amid uproar over Jeffrey Epstein files

‘I can’t believe you’re asking a question on Epstein at a time like this.’

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Headlines New Administration

Donald Trump sets 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, new import taxes on 12 other nations

Some tariffs appear to be an attempt to box China in from trading to the U.S> through partner nations.

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Headlines New Administration

Donald Trump judicial nominee denies advising Justice Dept. lawyers to ignore court orders

Testifying during a separate hearing Wednesday, Attorney General Pam Bondi called the whistleblower’s timing ‘suspect.’

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Headlines New Administration

Republicans urge Donald Trump, Elon Musk to end their feud

‘I really like both of them.’

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Headlines New Administration

Former SCOFLA justices accuse Pam Bondi of ethical misconduct in Florida Bar complaint

The Department of Justice called them less intelligent or original ‘than sheep.’

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Headlines New Administration

Jacob Ogles

Brian Hughes to become NASA Chief of Staff

He isn’t the only new NASA leader with strong ties to Florida.

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Headlines New Administration

Jacob Ogles

Donald Trump taps Bernie Navarro as the next Ambassador to Peru

The Benworth Capital founder is a long-time friend and ally of Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

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Headlines New Administration

Donald Trump issues edict against ‘useless’ water conservation standards

The President rolls back a 20th century law in his fight against the ‘green’ agenda.

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Headlines New Administration

Horse sense: Donald Trump talks Kentucky Derby and the ‘Golden Age’

POTUS weighs in on Saturday’s premiere sporting event.

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Headlines New Administration

Mike Waltz ouster adds to tumult in Trump’s national security team but consolidates power in fewer hands

Are more changes imminent?

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Headlines New Administration

As Elon Musk gained power in Washington, his popularity has fallen, an AP poll finds

DOGE efforts by Musk have many starting to wonder if the Tesla entrepreneur knows what he is doing.

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Headlines New Administration

Donald Trump’s first 100 days: Steamrolling government, strong-arming allies and igniting trade wars

Norms have been sidetracked as Donald Trump seeks to leave his personal stamp on the United States in the early going of his second term as President.

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Immigration Enforcement

Headlines Immigration Enforcement

Ron DeSantis floats ‘insurrection’ meme when talking illegal immigration

The Governor also offered a warning to lawmakers looking to ‘virtue signal’ about ‘Alligator Alcatraz.’

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Headlines Immigration Enforcement

Gabrielle Russon

Democrats sue for access into ‘Alligator Alcatraz’; Governor’s Office calls their complaint ‘dumb’

The lawmakers were stopped July 3 from entering the facility for ‘safety reasons.’

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Headlines Immigration Enforcement

SCOTUS keeps hold on immigration law

The Court offered no context.

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Headlines Immigration Enforcement

Byron Donalds draws line in sand against ‘mass amnesty’ for undocumented immigrants

‘I know that’s not something I could support.’

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Headlines Immigration Enforcement

Key West Mayor: Vote to nix ICE agreement was about legality, not policy

‘Let me be clear: I have no intention of breaking state law or undermining lawful immigration enforcement.’

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Headlines Immigration Enforcement

Drew Dixon

Federal prosecutors get sentence for Pensacola convicted felon who possessed a firearm

U.S. Attorney for Northern Florida says plea deal was part of crack down on crime designed by Donald Trump.

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2026

2026 Headlines

Rob Long taps real estate, food service industries to raise $35K in Q2 for HD 90 bid

The haul pushed him past the $50K mark in gains this cycle.

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2026 Headlines

George Moraitis adds $119K in Q2 toward CD 23 bid

He received 99 outside donations, averaging $1,200 apiece.

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2026 Headlines

Jacob Ogles

Erin Huntley nears $200K raised in bid to unseat Leonard Spencer

The incumbent raised nearly nothing in the second quarter due to a fundraising moratorium.

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2026 Headlines

August Mangeney adds $41K in first 40 days running for HD 93

Like many of her peers in the Legislature, the incumbent reported no fundraising.

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2026 Headlines

Gabrielle Russon

Dan McDow sets eyes on HD 33 as he resigns as Brevard Dem Chair

His House campaign’s priorities are focused on ‘pragmatic solutions, economic fairness, and restoring trust in public service.’

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2026 Headlines

Drew Wilson

AIF poll: Florida GOP holds edge on the issues and at the ballot box

Republicans are up by 5 points on the generic ballot.

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Federal

Federal Headlines

Jacob Ogles

Donald Trump taps Sean Duffy as interim NASA Administrator

What does that mean for attempts to move NASA’s headquarters to Florida?

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Federal Headlines

A surprise IRS move on political endorsements leaves faith leaders and legal experts divided

Donald Trump has promised a review of the ‘Johnson Amendment’ for years.

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Federal Headlines

Jacob Ogles

Democrats in Congress planned an unannounced visit to ‘Alligator Alcatraz.’ Then Florida scheduled a guided tour.

‘This sanitized tour is not real oversight.’

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Federal Headlines

Jacob Ogles

‘Boo hoo’: Randy Fine refuses to apologize for calling Ilhan Omar a ‘Muslim terrorist’

Hakeem Jeffries and other Democratic leaders called Fine’s rhetoric ‘unhinged, racist and Islamophobic.’

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Federal Headlines

Jacob Ogles

Will Congress backpedal on change to gambling deductions?

Senate language in the ‘Big Beautiful’ package cuts the amount of losses that gamblers can deduct in their taxes.

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Federal Headlines

Poll: Majority of Republicans, MAGA supporters want Congress to extend enhanced premium tax credits for health care

2 million Floridians will lose private health insurance if the credits expire.

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Jacksonville

Headlines Jax

Northeast Florida Builders hail workforce education appropriation

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Jacksonville celebrates state funding for ‘key projects’

Donna Deegan political committee raises 6 figures in second quarter

Randy White clears 6 figures in early fundraising for Duval County Tax Collector

NE Florida

Headlines NE Florida

Drew Dixon

North Florida Land Trust eradicates submerged fencing in waters of Smith Lake Preserve

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Sam Garrison continues to deliver for Clay County

First Coast manufacturing survey shows 5 straight months of significant contraction for most sectors

North Florida Land Trust urges property owners to seek a cut of $1.7M in land management funding

Orlando

Headlines Orlando

Janelle Irwin Taylor

Emily Duda Buckley raises $75K in Q2, $146K to date in HD 38 bid

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Orlando is giving out free sandbags for precautionary hurricane prep

Stephanie Murphy is running for Orange County Mayor

Disney World releases Epcot concert lineup for Food and Wine Festival’s Eat to the Beat

St. Pete

Headlines St. Pete

Janelle Irwin Taylor

Indian Rocks Beach appoints Shumaker lawyer — not Anthony Sabatini — as City Attorney

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Lewis, Longman & Walker adds Julia Lomonico in St. Pete office

Rene Flowers selected as President-elect for Florida Association of Counties

St. Pete secures $2M in state budget for Manhattan Casino, Shore Acres resiliency

SW Florida

Headlines SW Florida

Jacob Ogles

Heidi Brandt raises $40K in 45 days for Bridget Ziegler’s School Board seat

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Matriarch of wealthy real estate family sues ex-employee for defamation over ‘toxic’ land claims

Fiona McFarland secures $39M in state budget for local projects

Sprinkle list: $10M flows from Senate to Caloosahatchee basin

Tampa

Headlines Tampa Bay

Janelle Irwin Taylor

Democrat to challenge Donna Cameron Cepeda for Hillsborough County Commission

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Orlando Gudes withdraws from Tampa City Council Special Election following residency questions

Kathy Castor demands Pam Bondi reinstate prosecutor handling Leo Govoni case

Tampa real estate investment firm under investigation for potential deceptive practices

Panhandle

Headlines Panhandle

Drew Dixon

James Uthmeier’s office charges man accused of human trafficking with victim tampering

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Thanks to Gov. DeSantis, legislators and advocates, a river still runs through it

Gov. DeSantis kills the drill, signing HB 1143 to protect Apalachicola River basin

Gov. DeSantis reappoints Adam Kissel to UWF board after Senate rejects him

Tallahassee

Headlines Tallahassee

Leon County turns the tide with big wins in 2025 Session

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Ron DeSantis shows off Thomas Jefferson statue to get ready for America’s 250th celebration

First Tee–Tallahassee celebrates $300,000 in state budget to expand youth development programs

Budget conference: No funding for FSU Election Law Center

Communities

Communities Headlines

Drew Dixon

League of Cities recognizes 4 local governments for exceptional civic programs

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Jena Antonucci: Preserving Florida — an agricultural triumph

JJ Grow bests Judith Vowels to win HD 23 open seat

Bill Gladson endorses Matt McClain for Marion County Commission

South Florida

Headlines South Florida

‘Grateful’: Natalie Milian Orbis stacks $301K to defend her Miami-Dade Commission seat

Real estate companies chipped in amply, as did law and lobbying firms.

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Headlines South Florida

Monique Pardo Pope reports over $105K raised in Miami Beach Commission campaign

Not all of that is reflected in her latest campaign finance report.

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Headlines South Florida

‘Energized’: Eileen Higgins camp reports raising nearly $350K in first 3 months of Miami Mayor bid

‘I’m honored and energized by the overwhelming support we’ve received from the community.’

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Headlines South Florida

Ryan Nicol

Brian Ehrlich adds more than $100K for Miami Beach Commission bid

He’s one of 7 candidates running in a jam-packed open contest.

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Headlines South Florida

‘Beyond the classroom’: Erica Whitfield launches bid for Palm Beach County Commission

‘I’m committed to a Palm Beach County where people are proud to live, raise their families, create a business, and give back to the community that supports them.’

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Headlines South Florida

‘Difficult decision’: Joe Peduzzi ends bid for Palm Beach County Commission

He says he wants to focus on his responsibilities as a City Commissioner.

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Culture Wars

Culture Wars Headlines

Preview of 2028? Gavin Newsom knocks ‘anti-Black’ laws pushed by Ron DeSantis

The battle keeps going and going.

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Culture Wars Headlines

Ron DeSantis vows to defend Floridians against ‘communist’ Zohran Mamdani

Could the mayoral candidate be farther left than a Squad member?

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Culture Wars Headlines

People convicted of pot crimes can now lose medical marijuana cards

Charges for weed and other Schedule 1 drugs also will result in suspension of the pot privilege.

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Culture Wars Headlines

Funding to study ketamine use for veterans cut in last-minute vetoes

The drug is getting clinical attention, but no state money in the next fiscal year.

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Culture Wars Headlines

Florida defunds ‘academic boycotts’ of Israel

The Governor signs off on a bill overwhelmingly supported in the House and Senate.

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Culture Wars Headlines

Budget conference: People convicted of weed crimes could lose medical cards

An often-revised 1970s law governing illicit substances will likely be invoked.

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Foreign Affairs

Foreign Affairs Headlines

Marco Rubio says U.S. and Russia have exchanged new ideas for Ukraine peace talks

‘We’re going to continue to stay involved where we see opportunities to make a difference.’

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Foreign Affairs Headlines

Rick Scott supports Donald Trump decision to wax Brazil with tariffs

The tax will be reciprocated.

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Foreign Affairs Headlines

Drew Dixon

Ashley Moody, Rick Scott urge Secretary of State to press for release of Americans held in Venezuela

Scott and Moody want the Trump administration to declare elements of the Venezuelan government as ‘terrorist’ organizations.

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Foreign Affairs Headlines

Drew Dixon

U.S. hospital ship Comfort delivers medical assistance to Panama during five day stay

The Comfort’s crew also provided medical education and help provide other humanitarian assistance in the Central American country.

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Foreign Affairs Headlines

Gov. DeSantis celebrates ‘very successful’ rescue mission from Israel

Though hostilities have quelled, the state could do this again if needed.

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Foreign Affairs Headlines

Donald Trump ceasefire falters as Israel says Iran launched more missiles

Israeli officials have ordered a strike on Iran in response.

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Emails & Opinions