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Trump nominates Matt Gaetz as Attorney General, with predictable reactions
If confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Gaetz will be the most controversial Attorney General since Robert F. Kennedy In true Trumpian style, President-elect Donald Trump has turned the political landscape on its head yet again. His nomination of Florida Congressman Matt...
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UF, FAMU interim presidents approved
The state university system’s Board of Governors on Wednesday approved the appointments of interim presidents at the University of Florida and Florida A&M University. Kent Fuchs, who spent about eight years as the University of Florida’s president, has been...
Hurricane Debby caused $93.7M–$263.2M in estimated agricultural losses, UF/IFAS Reports
Hurricane Debby caused an estimated $93.7 million to $263.2 million in agricultural losses across Florida, with the damage primarily from heavy rainfall and flooding, affecting crops, livestock, and infrastructure, according to a preliminary report from UF/IFAS....
FPL Gets Extension for Nuclear Plant
TALLAHASSEE — As the state looks at expanding the use of nuclear energy, Florida Power & Light has received federal approval to continue operating its Turkey Point nuclear plant in Miami-Dade County into the 2050s. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission this week...
State University System Board tangles over presidential search oversight
The Florida State University System Board of Governors approved a regulation giving its chair authority to approve university presidential finalists before they are presented to trustees, despite concerns about undermining the integrity of search committees. The...
New College plan ok’d amid concerns
TALLAHASSEE — A five-year, multimillion-dollar effort to expand student enrollment and continue other major changes at New College of Florida was approved Wednesday by the state university system’s Board of Governors, despite some concerns about the spending. The...
Shocker: PolitiFact labels pro-abortion TV ad supporting Amendment 4 as ‘Mostly False’
PolitiFact rated a Yes on 4 ad as "mostly false" for inaccurately claiming Florida's six-week abortion ban has "no real exceptions," noting that while procedural hurdles exist, the law does allow exceptions for rape and health risks under certain conditions....
Court grapples with ‘legislative privilege’
TALLAHASSEE — In a dispute rooted in a lawsuit about a congressional redistricting plan, an appeals court Tuesday grappled with an attempt by the Florida House and Senate to shield lawmakers from testifying in lawsuits. Attorneys for current and former House and...
Gov. DeSantis outlines state investigation into attempted assassination of Trump
Gov. Ron DeSantis assigned Florida’s Statewide Prosecutor to lead an investigation into the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, citing the state's jurisdiction and ability to seek maximum penalties. Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed an Executive Order assigning...
Florida nonprofit sues state over voter registration policy, claims disenfranchisement of voters
Nonprofit Florida Rising Together filed a federal lawsuit on Tuesday challenging Florida's "exact match" voter registration policy, claiming it disproportionately disenfranchises Black and minority voters. A lawsuit filed on Tuesday by the nonprofit organization...
Florida lawmakers urge Biden, DHS for enhanced security ahead of 2026 World Cup
Several Florida lawmakers expressed security concerns ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a letter to President Biden and Homeland Security, citing high-threat risks and urging increased federal support for Miami and other host cities. Several Florida lawmakers,...
Simon, Parks battle for Senate seat
TALLAHASSEE — A prominent trial lawyer with a civil-rights resume is jockeying to oust North Florida state Sen. Corey Simon, in one of this year’s marquee legislative races and the only Senate district Democrats are angling to flip in November. Simon, who was an...
Sheriffs endorse Rep. Laurel Lee for reelection in Florida’s 15th district
Republican U.S. Rep. Laurel Lee secured endorsements from the sheriffs of Hillsborough, Pasco, and Polk counties, citing her legal background and strong support for law enforcement as she campaigns for reelection. Republican U.S. Rep. Laurel Lee on Tuesday secured...
ACC launches new appeal in FSU fight
TALLAHASSEE — In the latest move in a fierce legal battle, the Atlantic Coast Conference has appealed a Leon County circuit judge’s refusal to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Florida State University against the ACC over issues such as sports media rights. The ACC is...
Florida U.S. reps demand answers after second assassination attempt on Trump
(The Center Square) – Members of Florida’s Republican congressional delegation are demanding answers on how the U.S. Secret Service again failed to secure the perimeter of former President Donald Trump’s golf course on Sunday, enabling another shooter to come within...
State of Florida to open investigation into attempted assassination of Trump
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the state will launch its own investigation into the recent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at his West Palm Beach golf club, running parallel to the ongoing federal probe. The state of Florida will conduct its...
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy backs recreational marijuana initiative
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy voiced his support for Florida's Amendment 3 on Sunday, advocating for the legalization of recreational marijuana in Florida. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy voiced his support for Florida's Amendment 3 on Sunday, advocating...
German autonomous vehicle manufacturer to open first U.S. plant in Jacksonville, creating 100+ jobs
HOLON, a German autonomous vehicle manufacturer, will open its first U.S. facility in Jacksonville by 2026, creating over 100 jobs and producing 5,000 electric shuttles annually. HOLON, a German autonomous vehicle manufacturer, announced this month that it will open...
Court to weigh Florida gun age law
TALLAHASSEE — A federal appeals court next month will hear arguments in the National Rifle Association’s constitutional challenge to a Florida law that prevents people under age 21 from purchasing rifles and other long guns. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals last...
Polk school officials skirted Florida law to award bus camera contract, but now face bigger legal questions
Polk County Public School officials ducked Florida's laws on competitive bidding by using a Texas middleman to broker a lucrative, pre-negotiated contract with a school bus camera company. After questions arose about the original contract's illegal payment scheme,...
ACLU sues AHCA over alleged misinformation on abortion amendment
The ACLU of Florida and Southern Legal Counsel sued the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, accusing it of using taxpayer funds to spread misinformation to influence public opinion against a proposed abortion rights amendment. The American Civil Liberties...
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