Gov. DeSantis address Hope Florida controversy
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a news conference Wednesday morning in Fort Pierce at Indian River College. During the event, DeSantis brought up the ongoing controversy surrounding Hope Florida, a nonprofit organization spearheaded by First Lady Casey DeSantis that "empowers individuals to embrace their full God-given potential." The controversy concerns a $10 million payment to the Hope Florida Foundation, which is tied to the welfare assistance program and has led to criticism from some state House Republicans. Critics say the money was inappropriately used to help campaign against a ballot measure that would have legalized recreational marijuana in the state last November. However, at the presser, DeSantis said the allegations are not true and are "a political attack against the success of the program and the First Lady."
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a news conference Wednesday morning in Fort Pierce at Indian River College. During the event, DeSantis brought up the ongoing controversy surrounding Hope Florida, a nonprofit organization spearheaded by First Lady Casey DeSantis that "empowers individuals to embrace their full God-given potential." The controversy concerns a $10 million payment to the Hope Florida Foundation, which is tied to the welfare assistance program and has led to criticism from some state House Republicans. Critics say the money was inappropriately used to help campaign against a ballot measure that would have legalized recreational marijuana in the state last November. However, at the presser, DeSantis said the allegations are not true and are "a political attack against the success of the program and the First Lady."
Gov. DeSantis announces infrastructure, workforce investments
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a news conference Wednesday morning in Fort Pierce at Indian River College. At the event, DeSantis announced infrastructure and workforce development investments funded through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund. The awards include $4 million to Indian River State College to support the development of the institute for industrial manufacturing and production training and $4.9 million to Miami-Dade College to launch new aircraft mechanic training programs. In addition, to the workforce development grants, DeSantis announced two targeted infrastructure grants, including $2.1 million to the Sebring Airport Authority.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a news conference Wednesday morning in Fort Pierce at Indian River College. At the event, DeSantis announced infrastructure and workforce development investments funded through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund. The awards include $4 million to Indian River State College to support the development of the institute for industrial manufacturing and production training and $4.9 million to Miami-Dade College to launch new aircraft mechanic training programs. In addition, to the workforce development grants, DeSantis announced two targeted infrastructure grants, including $2.1 million to the Sebring Airport Authority.
FULL: Florida Gov. DeSantis advocates for law enforcement
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, at the Florida Highway Patrol Station in Fort Myers. DeSantis was joined by Dave Kerner, executive director of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and the two spoke on the importance of law enforcement in the community.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, at the Florida Highway Patrol Station in Fort Myers. DeSantis was joined by Dave Kerner, executive director of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and the two spoke on the importance of law enforcement in the community.
Casey DeSantis' assistance program under scrutiny
A Florida welfare assistance program led by First Lady Casey DeSantis is facing new scrutiny from lawmakers who want an accounting of where they money is and who's helping. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says House Republican leaders are using this as an excuse to batter him and his wife politically and she considers a run for governor.
A Florida welfare assistance program led by First Lady Casey DeSantis is facing new scrutiny from lawmakers who want an accounting of where they money is and who's helping. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says House Republican leaders are using this as an excuse to batter him and his wife politically and she considers a run for governor.
Gov. DeSantis pushes property tax relief over sales tax cut during stop in Orlando
Gov. Ron DeSantis opposes a proposed sales-tax cut, pushing instead for property tax relief.
Gov. Ron DeSantis opposes a proposed sales-tax cut, pushing instead for property tax relief.
'Florida first': DeSantis wants to cut state property tax
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he wants to cut state property taxes -- and wants to see a constitutional change on the ballot in 2026.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he wants to cut state property taxes -- and wants to see a constitutional change on the ballot in 2026.
Byron Donalds kicks off campaign for Florida governor
Today, Florida Congressman Byron Donalds kicked off his campaign for governor. Donalds, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, is the first major Republican to enter the race to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis, whose term is up next year.
Today, Florida Congressman Byron Donalds kicked off his campaign for governor. Donalds, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, is the first major Republican to enter the race to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis, whose term is up next year.
Gov. DeSantis, officials open new Florida Holocaust Memorial
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other officials gathered to commemorate the opening of a new Florida Holocaust Memorial Tuesday at The Capitol Complex - Memorial Park in Tallahassee.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other officials gathered to commemorate the opening of a new Florida Holocaust Memorial Tuesday at The Capitol Complex - Memorial Park in Tallahassee.
DeSantis says Florida returned $878M in taxpayer funds to federal government after meeting with Musk, DOGE
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday that the state was returning more than $878 million to the federal government that it had been attempting to give back for the past few years during the Biden administration.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday that the state was returning more than $878 million to the federal government that it had been attempting to give back for the past few years during the Biden administration.
Governor DeSantis discusses border policy at New College’s Socratic Stage
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other officials will host a roundtable Thursday morning to discuss immigration.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other officials will host a roundtable Thursday morning to discuss immigration.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 has announced the Boater Freedom Initiative, a legislative proposal that protects Floridians’ right to boat.