Politics

Around three dozen other countries offer automatic citizenship to children born within their borders, regardless of their parents’ immigration status.

Gene Valentino, a former Escambia County Commissioner and entrepreneur, is campaigning on fiscal conservatism, insurance reform, and unwavering support for President Trump as he seeks to stand out in a crowded Republican primary for Florida's 1st Congressional District.

Jimmy Patronis, endorsed by Pres. Donald Trump, is campaigning in a crowded GOP primary for Florida’s 1st District, emphasizing fiscal conservatism and public service amid questions about residency and insurance industry ties.

Jeff Peacock, a fourth-generation resident of Florida’s 1st Congressional District, is running in the Republican primary on a platform emphasizing rural advocacy, local control, and pragmatic solutions.

Florida Senate President Ben Albritton and House Speaker Daniel Perez, both Republicans, indicated they want to wait until the regular session to address Gov. Ron DeSantis' concerns on immigration and other issues.

The Florida Division of Emergency Management says Trinity Healthcare Services overcharged the state by nearly $5.8 million for work done during the pandemic and won't give the money back.

Florida's 2025 legislative session will begin with 26 new lawmakers in the 120-member state House and nine new Florida senators out of 40 — but the make-up of the chambers will shift in the coming months due to President-elect Donald Trump.

Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez, a Cuban American lawyer, outlines plans for fiscal belt tightening and condominium issues in the upcoming 2025 regular session. “We talk about being fiscally responsible. But are we?"

Democrat Gay Valimont announced Monday that she intends to run in an upcoming special election for Florida's 1st Congressional District.

A controversial 2021 state law making it harder for people to vote by mail could complicate holding special elections to fill two Florida congressional seats after President-elect Donald Trump tapped Republicans Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz to serve in his administration.