by Brian Burgess | Jun 13, 2025
With Congressman Byron Donalds running for Governor, the race to succeed him in Florida’s 19th Congressional District is starting to take shape. Notably missing from the field of declared candidates are the well-recognized names of known Florida politicos. The GOP...
by Brian Burgess | May 27, 2025
A newly released legislative watchdog report confirms what The Capitolist first reported back in January: Florida’s state pension system is still falling short of its long-term goals, despite recent gains fueled by a buoyant stock market. And once again, Florida...
by Brian Burgess | May 23, 2025
It’s no secret that China and other foreign adversaries are doing everything they can to chip away at American dominance across the globe. Thankfully, Florida’s elected officials also recognize that “across the globe” also includes “right here...
by Brian Burgess | Apr 29, 2025
Don’t contest, and you automatically owe $225. But if you do challenge the ticket and lose, your fine could escalate to $329. Polk County’s school bus camera enforcement program is drawing renewed scrutiny as drivers hit with costly citations find it difficult...
by Brian Burgess | Apr 1, 2025
If passed, Florida would become the first state to offer a sales tax exemption for certain disabled veterans, potentially saving them hundreds annually. Florida lawmakers are considering new legislation that would establish a first-in-the-nation sales tax exemption...
