A.G. GancarskiAfter Gainesville pizza problem, Ric Flair endorses Ashley Moody for Governor
‘The Attorney General Of Florida Who I Totally Support Politically.’
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Jacob OglesGov. DeSantis appoints Carson Good to Board of Governors
The Winter Park businessman served on the Governor’s transition team.
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Staff ReportsLast Call for 5.8.24 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics
A digest of the day’s politics and policy while the bartender refreshes your drink.
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Kat Cammack, Darren Soto advocate for Florida as farm bill forms
The House expects to hold a markup on the twice-a-decade bill this month.
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News & Trending
Associated Press
Christine Jordan Sexton
Jesse SchecknerLegislative, Influence & Policy
Gov. DeSantis appoints Carson Good to Board of Governors
The Winter Park businessman served on the Governor’s transition team.
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Gov. DeSantis signs law protecting info of Floridians who sign up for property scam notifications
‘This law is about trust.’
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Florida poised to start new crackdown on massage centers, therapists
9,513 massage establishment inspections were conducted in FY 2022-23, and 229 administrative complaints were filed.
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Gray RohrerGov. DeSantis signs tax package with sales tax holidays, insurance cuts
‘When you’re running big budget surpluses you’ve got to be able to return some of that back to the taxpayers.’
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Gov. DeSantis has ‘no plans’ to call for a Special Session. But he’s not opposed to the idea
‘But as of now we’re moving forward with the budget.’
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Gov. DeSantis signs measure hiking penalties for deadly stunt driving, street takeovers
‘I know that I’ll be thankful for this down the road — no pun intended.’
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2024 – Presidential
Jimmy Patronis tells Donald Trump to tap unclaimed $54K for fight against ‘BS charges’
‘Every dollar matters in your efforts to fight back against these radical state attorneys who have weaponized the courts.’
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Donald Trump in no hurry as he leans into the pageantry of vice presidential tryouts
A weekend event in Mar-a-Lago has sparked interest, but it hasn’t added any haste to the choice.
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Stormy Daniels is expected to appear at Donald Trump’s hush money trial on Tuesday
Trump posted — then deleted — comments attacking the Judge for giving his attorneys too little time to prepare for Daniels’ testimony.
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Brad Parscale helped Donald Trump win in 2016 using Facebook ads. Now he’s back as an AI evangelist
It’s not the first time Parscale has proclaimed that new technologies will boost right-wing campaigns.
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Marco Rubio says Donald Trump Judge and media ‘want him in jail’
‘This is a political prosecution, right?’
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Marco Rubio dodges question if he would leave Florida to be on Donald Trump’s ticket
He discussed the folly of speculation and the weaponization of the courts, but did not answer.
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2024 – Initiatives
Gabrielle RussonAbortion rights advocates warn that Florida women seeking an abortion must travel hours out of state
Floridians will decide abortion rights on Amendment 4 this November.
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Another donor ponies up big for hunting and fishing rights ballot initaitve
A conservation group’s political action committee is spending big money for the November citizens’ initiative.
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Will county GOP chapters take a different stance from Florida GOP on marijuana amendment?
A state GOP official predicts dissent in parts of the state. But Republican leadership in Gadsden agrees with the state party.
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New FEC ruling allows Florida’s federal lawmakers to raise unlimited amounts on ballot measures
The ruling regarded a Nevada abortion measure on the ballot but clears fundraising on initiatives nationwide.
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‘Inextricably linked to our economy’: Wilton Simpson puts $100K of his own money toward hunting, fishing amendment
‘Fishing and hunting are inextricably linked to our economy, our lifestyle and the conservation of our land here in Florida.’
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Arizona lawmakers vote to repeal Civil War-era abortion ban
Arizona’s prior rule banned all abortions except to save the mother’s life.
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2024 – Down Ballot
After Gainesville pizza problem, Ric Flair endorses Ashley Moody for Governor
‘The Attorney General Of Florida Who I Totally Support Politically.’
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Firefighters back James St. George in HD 19
FPF’s nod comes a week after the state’s largest police union endorsed St. George.
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Wilton Simpson endorses Debbie Mayfield for HD 32
‘She is a proven Conservative who puts principles and people before politics.’
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Drew WilsonAshley Moody, Wilton Simpson endorse Mike Haridopolos for CD 8
They join the CFO and both of Florida’s U.S. Senators in backing Haridopolos.
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Mike WrightJJ Grow’s quest for HD 23 seat kicks into gear
‘It’s a great opportunity to serve my community.’
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Grocery mogul Bowen Kou says Senate could benefit from more business owners
The Chinese American supports a crackdown on foreign land purchases, but wants Florida slashing road tolls.
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Culture Wars
Pro-Palestinian protesters greet Gov. DeSantis in Gainesville
The Governor was at UF’s quad where an encampment had been suppressed, but his opponents were there also.
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Boy Scouts of America changing name to more inclusive Scouting America after years of woes
‘In the next 100 years we want any youth in America to feel very, very welcome to come into our programs.’
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Many Florida women can’t get abortions past 6 weeks. Where else can they go?
North Carolina clinics are expanding available as abortion alliances work out logistics on flights to Puerto Rico.
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Gov. DeSantis administration issues a pair of emergency rules in wake of new abortion law
AHCA says a ‘deeply dishonest scare campaign and disinformation being perpetuated by the media, the Biden Administration, and advocacy groups’ is threatening the safety of ‘pregnant women and babies.’
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Janelle Irwin TaylorSabrina Bousbar adds Latina perspective as 6-week abortion ban takes effect
‘As a young Latina who has always wanted a family, I’m running for Congress to make sure my generation and future generations don’t feel this burden and have the freedom to decide if, when, and how they want to start or grow a family.’
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Ashley Moody likens campus protesters to mold, says Clorox is necessary
The bleach metaphor was the highlight of the Attorney General’s latest Fox News hit.
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Jacksonville
NE Florida
Cole Pepper
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Peter SchorschSW Florida
Tampa
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Drew Dixon
South Florida
Miami to vote Thursday on new map after gerrymandering lawsuit
‘We hope this agreement represents the beginning of a new era in Miami government.’
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‘Your law-and-order candidate’: Joe Sanchez debuts TV ads for Miami-Dade Sheriff’s race
‘Join me as we work together to make Miami-Dade the safest country in our nation.’
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DJ Khaled to appear at North Miami Beach Small Business Expo
He first gained recognition as a radio host at 99 Jamz just 13 miles from North Miami Beach City Hall.
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Gov. DeSantis appoints former staffer to Governing Board of The Children’s Trust
She worked for the Governor’s Office for nearly 4 years.
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AFL-CIO group endorses ‘strong champion’ Alexcia Cox for Palm Beach State Attorney
‘Alexcia has proven herself as a dedicated advocate for public safety, justice, and fairness.’
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‘A man of integrity’: Local officials back James Reyes for Miami-Dade Sheriff
‘He has the right experience and he’s a proven leader that our community can trust.’
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Federal
Kat Cammack, Darren Soto advocate for Florida as farm bill forms
The House expects to hold a markup on the twice-a-decade bill this month.
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Can you afford to take care of your children and parents? Joe Biden revives effort to lower costs
‘If we want the best economy in the world, we have to have the best caregiving economy in the world.’
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In Holocaust remembrance, Joe Biden condemns antisemitism sparked by college protests, Gaza war
The President used his address to renew his declarations of unwavering support for Israel in its war against Hamas.
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Marco Rubio pushes for legal help for human trafficking survivors
‘This important legislation would grant many survivors the opportunity to contribute positively to their communities.’
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Rick Scott rips National Public Radio ‘crisis of confidence’
The Naples Republican worries about ‘the credibility of local public radio and public broadcasting services.’
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Marco Rubio accuses Democratic donors of financing campus protests
He said liberal money has provided plywood and supplies for encampments.
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Foreign Affairs
Marco Rubio likens Israeli Rafah incursion to routing Adolf Hitler from a bunker
The Senator offered his latest affirmation of PM Netanyahu on a radio hit Monday.
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Ron DeSantis attacks Palestinians’ ‘rotten culture’
The Governor made the comments on talk radio Thursday.
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Rick Scott, Marco Rubio join Senate GOP ‘demand’ to stop Gaza refugees from coming to U.S.
They could be ‘terrorists,’ the Senators say.
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Paul Renner bashes Colombian President’s move to end relations with Israel
‘My wife, Adriana, and I stand firmly with the people of Colombia, who understand that Petro has chosen evil over the good and who remain steadfast in their support of the free nation of Israel.’
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Ron DeSantis bemoans Gaza ‘blood feuds,’ warns Joe Biden not to allow Palestinian refugees
‘We should not be importing people in from the Gaza Strip.’
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Hamas reviews Israeli cease-fire proposal
It wasn’t immediately clear whether Israel’s new proposal was directly related to Friday’s visit by Egyptian mediators.
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Emails & Opinions
Last Call for 5.8.24 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics
A digest of the day’s politics and policy while the bartender refreshes your drink.
Apolitical
Florida retailers urge state consumers to spend locally on Mother’s Day
Some 74% of consumers say they’ll get greeting cards or flowers for mom.
Florida gas prices rise to 2024 high, but relief may come soon
Oil prices fell last week, which often leads to pocketbook-friendlier petrol.
Tech
Gov. DeSantis approves 5-year prison sentences for tech-assisted stalkers
The new law increases the current punishment for apps and devices to track others without their permission thirtyfold.
Marco Rubio says China ‘on the clock’ after TikTok divestiture order
The Senator hailed ‘a huge step toward confronting Beijing’s malign influence.’
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Universities
Ron DeSantis goes to Gainesville, shames UF football team on campus
The Governor continues his critiques of the Gators’ gridiron gang.
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NASA administrator Bill Nelson tells UCF graduates: ‘Find your moonshot.’
The former Senator offered inspirational words Saturday.
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