by The Center Square | Nov 20, 2025
U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida, indicted on charges of stealing $5 million in federal disaster funds and using some of it for her campaign, said Thursday she is innocent and has no plans to resign. In the meantime, she will step down from her position...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 20, 2025
Some Florida lawmakers are urging President Donald J. Trump to withdraw portions of the Eastern Gulf Test and Training Range (EGTTR) from an upcoming federal offshore oil and gas lease sale, citing concerns that exploration in the area could disrupt military...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 19, 2025
Florida Supreme Court Justice Charles T. Canady will leave the state’s highest court in 2026 to lead the University of Florida’s Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education. Canady announced this week that he will step down from the bench to serve as director...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 19, 2025
The University of Florida (UF) on Wednesday announced a $5.5 million gift from Kenneth C. Griffin, founder and CEO of Citadel and founder of Griffin Catalyst, to support the Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education. The donation is the largest in the Hamilton...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 18, 2025
State Rep. Kevin Steele, a Republican from Pasco County and one of the Legislature’s wealthiest members, has filed to run for Florida Chief Financial Officer, setting up a GOP primary challenge against incumbent CFO Blaise Ingoglia in the 2026 election cycle. Steele,...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 18, 2025
Samantha Scott will become the next state representative for House District 52 after no candidate filed to run against her before Friday’s qualifying deadline, resulting in her automatic election to the Florida House. The district, which covers Sumter County and part...
