Florida leaders pray after Turning Point USA’s Charlie Kirk shot at Utah college
The Florida part-time resident and conservative activist was shot in Utah.
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Florida TaxWatch: Rising construction costs hammer builders in the state
The jump in construction costs comes as the Florida housing market is strained.
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Poll: David Jolly in dead heat with Byron Donalds, Paul Renner
‘It’s a sign that Democrats, Independents, and Republicans alike have had enough of the chaos.’
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Ron DeSantis cheers court decision allowing open carry in Florida
Attorney General James Uthmeier will not appeal the ruling,
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Florida leaders pray after Turning Point USA’s Charlie Kirk shot at Utah college
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Florida TaxWatch: Rising construction costs hammer builders in the state
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Poll: David Jolly in dead heat with Byron Donalds, Paul Renner
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Ron DeSantis cheers court decision allowing open carry in Florida
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Open carry ruling raises new issues for Jacksonville gun registry
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Gov. DeSantis calls for flags to be lowered to honor 9/11 victims
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Monthly home sales across First Coast fall for fourth straight month
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Staff ReportsJacksonville Bold for 9.10.25: Black celebration
A roundup of the latest moves in Northeast Florida, from new political campaigns and business appointments to a major Jaguars trade.
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Ryan Nicol‘Continued success’: DEP finds Florida meets federal air quality standards for fifth year running
‘We’re keeping our air clean, our residents healthy and our economy thriving.’
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Rick Scott doesn’t see logic in Ron DeSantis’ vax mandate repeal
‘This didn’t change anything in Florida.’
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Personnel note: Danielle Alvarez elevated to partner at Mercury Public Affairs
‘Danielle is one of the most dynamic and respected media and public affairs strategists in the country.’
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Andrew PowellJohn Snyder at head of Fla. House Ag. & Natural Resources Subcommittee
Snyder will be replacing Fort Myers Republican Rep. Tiffany Esposito, who previously served as Chair.
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Jason Shoaf returns to lead TED Budget Subcommittee
Shoaf held the same key assignment during this year’s Session.
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Lawrence McClure, Susan Valdés to continue leading powerful House budget committee, as Tampa Bay remains well represented
Several Tampa Bay area Representatives have been named to the new Select Committee on Property Taxes.
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Vicki Lopez, Toby Overdorf to keep helming property tax talks; legislation expected this year
‘This is truly being brought forward with the interest of putting money back in the pockets of Floridians.’
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Fierce DeSantis critic Alex Andrade returns to lead Florida House’s health subcommittee
Andrade’s subcommittee became the must-watch political fireworks earlier this year.
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Mike Redondo to lead Florida House’s subcommittee on Congressional Redistricting
Few members of the Select Committee served on redistricting committees in 2022, including the chair.
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Ron DeSantis pushes for open carry as he promotes Second Amendment sales tax holiday
The Second Amendment sales tax holiday starts Monday and runs until Dec. 31.
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Florida wildlife agency accused of scrubbing online criticism in possible free speech breach
Advocates cite a growing disconnect between pre-digital laws and modern online forums.
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New Administration
Associated PressLeaving a top Donald Trump administration post? There may be an ambassadorship waiting.
Mike Waltz, Billy Long and Tammy Bruce all left jobs amid criticism but landed elsewhere in the administration.
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It’s a year of rapid change, except when it comes to Donald Trump’s approval numbers, AP-NORC polling finds
While Trump’s poll numbers are under water, many Americans say they’re willing to give the President some leeway to improve things.
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In Jeffrey Epstein furor, Donald Trump struggles to shake off a controversy his allies once stoked
‘I don’t want to talk about that.’
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Request to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts likely to disappoint, ex-prosecutors say
It may take weeks or even months for judges to rule on the release of additional files related to Epstein.
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Will new IRS Commissioner Billy Long rescind Joe Biden-era economic substance doctrine?
Fiscal watchdogs and business groups say without the change, small businesses could still face abusive audits.
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State Department fires 1,300 employees as part of mass reorganization
Marco Rubio said some cuts will be unfilled positions or those that are about to be vacated because of buyouts.
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Donald Trump comes to Pam Bondi’s defense amid uproar over Jeffrey Epstein files
‘I can’t believe you’re asking a question on Epstein at a time like this.’
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Donald Trump sets 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, new import taxes on 12 other nations
Some tariffs appear to be an attempt to box China in from trading to the U.S> through partner nations.
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Donald Trump judicial nominee denies advising Justice Dept. lawyers to ignore court orders
Testifying during a separate hearing Wednesday, Attorney General Pam Bondi called the whistleblower’s timing ‘suspect.’
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Former SCOFLA justices accuse Pam Bondi of ethical misconduct in Florida Bar complaint
The Department of Justice called them less intelligent or original ‘than sheep.’
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Brian Hughes to become NASA Chief of Staff
He isn’t the only new NASA leader with strong ties to Florida.
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Immigration Enforcement
James Uthmeier promises Alligator Alcatraz will be filled up soon
‘The place can hold thousands.’
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Gov. DeSantis, James Uthmeier hail appellate decision on Alligator Alcatraz
Judges note Florida likely will prevail on appeal … but the state hasn’t applied for reimbursement. Are taxpayers on the hook in the end?
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James Uthmeier leads investigation charging several people in a fuel-theft ring
Uthmeier also announced new legal measures against a trucking company that hired a migrant driver facing charges in a fatal accident on the Turnpike.
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Ron DeSantis backs military action against terror groups trafficking drugs
‘Americans have been killed because of this.’
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Gov. DeSantis says state program fighting fentanyl led to 2,100 arrests
DeSantis said he hopes to push for more funding for the SAFE program during the next Legislative Session.
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Poll: David Jolly in dead heat with Byron Donalds, Paul Renner
‘It’s a sign that Democrats, Independents, and Republicans alike have had enough of the chaos.’
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Mike WrightAshley Moody backs Ralph Massullo in SD 11 Special Election
‘I trust that Ralph will continue to be a powerful voice for Florida.’
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Poll shows most Florida voters, including plurality of Republicans, don’t want a mid-decade redistricting
That’s consistent with national polling also conducted by Common Cause.
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DNC targets Anna Paulina Luna in new ‘release the files’ ad campaign after latest in Trump/Epstein saga
‘Donald Trump is hiding something, and Republicans in Congress are covering for him.’
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Jennifer Jenkins formally launches U.S. Senate campaign against Ashley Moody
The former Brevard County School Board member stressed her working class background and history winning in a deep red county.
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Bettors put Tucker Carlson over Ron DeSantis in 2028 GOP sweepstakes
No one has declared a candidacy yet. But people are still putting money on the propositions.
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Federal
Richard Lamondin fills María Elvira Salazar’s town hall void, bashes CD 27 foe over ‘hypocrisy’
‘Politicians have not been doing the thing that they need to do most, which is listen and which is be a conduit for the needs of their community.’
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Mike Haridopolos secures $5.4M in reclaimed benefits for Floridians
‘When Floridians get caught in the red tape of Washington, my office is here to cut through it.’
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Major disaster declarations are taking longer under Donald Trump
The delays have grown over time, regardless of the party in power.
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Who else appears to be in the Jeffrey Epstein 50th birthday book?
A message attributed to Bill Clinton praises Epstein’s ‘childlike curiosity.’
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Potential jurors return for trial of a man charged with trying to assassinate Donald Trump
Prosecutors have said the man methodically plotted to kill Trump for weeks.
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Ashley Moody calls for stepped up social media regulations amid Congressional hearings on Meta
‘From predators to addictive algorithms to dangerous material, it is a tidal wave.’
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Not ‘frivolous’: Appeals court strikes down sanctions against J.C. Planas after first-of-its-kind ethics fine
‘Planas did what attorneys do every day — argue interpretations of law. His arguments were not outside the realm of reasonableness.’
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South Florida Drug ring selling fentanyl, other drugs busted by James Uthmeier-led team
More than 2 dozen people were arrested as a result of a 14-month investigation.
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‘Strength and integrity’: 10 Palm Beach County leaders back Christina Romelus for School Board
‘She has a clear vision for safe, strong schools where every child can reach their potential.’
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Poll: Miami-Dade voters sour on Daniella Levine Cava, Anthony Rodriguez amid $400M budget deficit
Meanwhile, County Commission Vice Chair Kionne McGhee’s proposal to cancel World Cup spending received high marks.
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Gunster law firm welcomes back top real estate attorney Jessica Shapiro
Shapiro’s return will bolster the firm’s Real Estate practice, where she will be representing high-net-worth clients, developers, and investors.
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Laura Dominguez sues Miami Beach Commission challenger Robert Novo, alleging residency fraud
He chalked the lawsuit up to ‘dirty politics.’
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Culture Wars
Ron DeSantis cheers court decision allowing open carry in Florida
Attorney General James Uthmeier will not appeal the ruling,
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Florida appellate court tosses any state restrictions on open carry of guns
Political candidate Stan McDaniels had challenged an arrest of charges that he defied the state law in 2022.
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Reverse psychology? Ron DeSantis says ending vaccine mandate will boost shots’ popularity
‘If you provide information and persuasion, that’s better than coercion.’
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Byron Donalds doesn’t think Florida can ‘end all vaccine mandates’
The Legislature may not be on board.
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Joe Ladapo’s vaccine mandates opposition goes against medical mainstream
The state’s chief doctor continues his contrarian bent.
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Ron DeSantis blames university system for Zohran Mamdani popularity
‘A generation of students that basically talk leftism as a second language.’
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Foreign Affairs
Israeli strike targets Hamas leaders in Qatar as they weigh Gaza ceasefire proposal
Israel has long threatened to strike Hamas leaders wherever they are.
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Trump attending the U.S. Open as Rolex’s guest despite Swiss tariffs. Any boos may not be seen on TV
Trump attending tennis tournament is part of broader administration effort to get him to sporting events.
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Deadly strike marks moment in Marco Rubio’s long desire to confront Venezuela
The former Florida Senator has a long history criticizing Nicolás Maduro and Hugo Chávez before him.
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‘A national security issue’: James Uthmeier subpoenas video surveillance company over data privacy, ties to China
The company was sold to a Taiwanese entity in 2023, but it reportedly still uses key components from its former Chinese owner.
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Marco Rubio signals impending end to USAID
The foreign aid-dispensing agency was folded into the State Department earlier this year.
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Canadian tourism down year over year, but Ron DeSantis sees them as key to property tax relief
‘Who would want to be in Canada in the winter or spring when you could be in Florida?’
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Emails & Opinions
Jacksonville Bold for 9.10.25: Black celebration
A roundup of the latest moves in Northeast Florida, from new political campaigns and business appointments to a major Jaguars trade.
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Florida Chamber Foundation names Heather Cogar to pathways to prosperity leadership team
‘Every child deserves the chance to thrive, and by working hand-in-hand with business and community leaders we can remove barriers.’
Florida Trucking Association merges with Professional Movers Association of Florida
‘We are confident that this transition will help strengthen and elevate Florida’s moving and storage industry for years to come.’
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UWF to get $7.5M grant to study the process of human decisions
The UWF project with the U.S. Office of Naval Research will use AI to simulate decisions made by people.
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U.S. high school students lose ground in math, reading, continuing yearslong decline
Education Secretary Linda McMahon said the scores show why President Donald Trump’s administration wants to give states more control of education spending.
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UCF hopes France trip with Gov. DeSantis bolsters its mission, reputation
‘UCF needs to be at the table with global industry leaders,’ a school spokeswoman said.
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