Brevard County arrests 1st person under Florida’s new immigration law: officials
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office has announced that it recently arrested the first person under Florida’s new immigration law.
Florida Gov. DeSantis announces I-75 expansion, $70B in road improvements, new Buc-ee's
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $70B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ee's locations.
Gov. DeSantis creates Florida DOGE: Here's what it will do
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that he was creating a "state DOGE task force," inspired by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, part of President Donald Trump's administration.
Proposal to eliminate Florida property taxes, sparks concerns over funding and sales tax hike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed the idea of abolishing property taxes throughout the Sunshine State, but such a move could require doubling sales tax, impacting everyday Floridians.
Who will replace Gov. DeSantis as Florida governor? New poll considers potential candidates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been elected twice to lead the Sunshine State – and will become term limited when his term ends in 2026. However, recent media reports and political pundits speculated whether his wife, First Lady Casey DeSantis would be interested in running to succeed him.
President Trump appoints DeSantis to Council of Governors: What does this mean for Florida?
President Donald Trump has appointed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to the Council of Governors, alongside governors from nine other states.
DeSantis proposes pay raise for law enforcement, firefighters
Gov. Ron DeSantis is proposing nearly $120 million to support a pay raise for state law enforcement officers and firefighters in Florida. The governor made the announcement on Friday during a news conference in Ponte Vedra Beach to show his support for law enforcement.
Governor proposes pay check bump for law enforcement officers
Law enforcement officers could soon get a nig bump to their paychecks. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis talked about the raises today, while also talking about how many officers have recently moved to the state from other areas.
Could DeSantis abolish Florida property taxes? Governor endorses idea, explains how it could be done
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has endorsed the idea of abolishing property taxes throughout the Sunshine State, but he explained it would require a constitutional amendment.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announces new initiative to protect boating rights
Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced the Boater Freedom Initiative, a legislative proposal that protects Floridians’ right to boat.
Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at Miami International Boat Show
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at the Miami International Boat Show ribbon-cutting ceremony. The ceremony featured elected officials, community leaders and industry executives.
Gov. Ron DeSantis sides with Trump's FEMA overhaul plan
Gov. Ron DeSantis is getting behind President Donald Trump's pledge to overhaul the way FEMA operates. Trump's Jan. 24 executive order calls for a "full scale review" of FEMA.
New special session on immigration begins today
After a bitter few weeks in Tallahassee, Gov. Ron DeSantis says he and Florida Republicans now have a deal on legislation concerning illegal immigration. Today, lawmakers will come back to the table for another special session.
DeSantis signs immigration enforcement deal with Trump White House; Florida second state to do so
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced a new partnership between the Florida Highway Patrol and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to enhance immigration enforcement within the state.
DeSantis softens tone in immigration clash with GOP lawmakers
Gov. Ron DeSantis and Republican legislative leaders are at odds over an immigration enforcement plan.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shares plans for illegal immigration
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed his plans to address illegal immigration at a press conference hosted at 11 a.m. on Friday in Destin.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis blasts new immigration reform bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis blasted the new immigration reform bill passed by Florida Legislature Tuesday night and promised to veto it when it reaches his desk.
Republicans end special session early, call their own
John Sacher, a history professor at the University of Central Florida, discusses the showdown underway at the state capitol right now.
State lawmakers to vote on new immigration plan
Florida lawmakers are ignoring Gov. Ron DeSantis' immigration reform policies and putting forth their own.
Florida Legislature rebukes Gov. DeSantis, overrides budget veto, introduces immigration bills
Florida’s Republican-controlled Legislature will revamp immigration laws this week but issued a sharp rebuke Monday to Gov. Ron DeSantis that included overriding a budget veto from last year.