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As Thomas Massie battles to hold onto House seat, Ron DeSantis is nowhere to be found
When it comes to an old ally, DeSantis is declining to step into the fray.
How "Alligator Alcatraz" fit into DeSantis' political playbook
DeSantis has funneled tens of millions of dollars into high-profile — and often controversial — immigration enforcement efforts before.
'Petty politics': Angie Nixon blames Ron DeSantis and 'his allies' for House discipline over megaphone use
The Jacksonville Democrat shows no remorse or regret for violating House rules last month.
Ron DeSantis rips Daniel Perez for obstructing his priorities
The House Speaker has successfully thwarted DeSantis' endgame on a number of issues.
Built for MAGA appeal, Alligator Alcatraz leaves DeSantis with big political bill
“No question it’s increased public safety. And no question it’s the right thing to do to defend the sovereignty of this country,” DeSantis said.
DeSantis signs bill allowing Florida businesses to round to nearest nickel
An effort to help Florida businesses handle the end of the penny and a trio of education bills were among nine from the 2026 regular session signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday.
DeSantis’s new House map sparks bipartisan anger in Puerto Rican hub in Florida
The governor said his state needed to redistrict to account for population growth. But in a majority-Hispanic area, that growth could work against him.
DeSantis reveals which dictatorship should be 'put out to pasture' next
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Cuba's communist government should be "put out to pasture once and for all" as he signed law restricting Cuban-linked businesses in Florida.
Gov. DeSantis sign legislation banning Floridians' surrogacy contracts with Chinese, Russian citizens
'China ships people here for birth. It's really a seedy thing.'
Gov. DeSantis signs legislation more tightly regulating data centers
The Governor said the new law gives local governments control over land use rules to protect from data centers.
Ron DeSantis confirms it may be time to wind down Alligator Alcatraz
The Governor said he has no doubt Florida will be reimbursed the costs of standing up the controversial Everglades facility.
Months after pitching homestead property tax repeal, Ron DeSantis still 'running studies' on how it will work
'It is doable.'
'Running through the tape': Ron DeSantis addresses future plans, says he has plenty of time to run for President
The future holds possibilities, but DeSantis is playing his cards close to his chest.
How Florida designed a US House map aiming to give Republicans four more seats
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed into law a map he designed to give Republicans an edge in as many as four seats now held by Democrats. DeSantis’ action in Florida comes several days after the US Supreme Court significantly weakened the use of the Voting Rights Act in redistricting cases. The decision has set off a fresh round of attempts to draw new lines in several southern states controlled by Republicans.
Ron DeSantis signs Florida's new congressional map
The fresh cartography could net Republicans as many as 4 U.S. House seats.
Redistricting shuffle: Darren Soto signals he's staying put in CD 9
He has also dismissed Ron DeSantis' proposed congressional map, which passed in the Legislature, 'illegal.'
Florida Republicans slice and dice congressional districts: How a new map could cost Democrats seats
The redrawn congressional district lines that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon sign into law are intended to help Republicans pick up as many as four U.S. House seats in November — a scenario that would cost some Democrats their seats
Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms
The vote came just two days after Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled his proposal and the same day that the U.S. Supreme Court rolled back a key provision of the Voting Rights Act.
House approves Ron DeSantis-proposed congressional map
The lower chamber deferred to the Governor's Office on creation of the cartography.
The Supreme Court just issued the redistricting ruling DeSantis was waiting for
The Supreme Court dropped the decision Wednesday, just as Florida lawmakers were debating a new voting map.
DeSantis' Florida redistricting map advances — but draws GOP no votes, legal scrutiny
Florida is seen as the last possible place before the November midterms for Republicans to gain seats in mid-decade redistricting, a process kickstarted last year by President Donald Trump and the White House.
Disney's political fight with Ron DeSantis cost company years of theme park expansion, court records reveal
Disney's political statement on Florida's Parental Rights in Education Act led to costly lawsuits, legal battles, and years of theme park delays.
The redistricting battle rages on: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the fallout from this weekend's White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooting.
Ron DeSantis congressional map draws sharply divided reactions ahead of Special Session
Lawmakers are expected to take up the proposal during a Special Session beginning Tuesday.
Ron DeSantis releases new congressional map creating four more GOP-leaning seats in Florida
Some Republicans are concerned it could put GOP incumbents in danger by spreading out conservative votes, and margins in many new seats will likely get tighter.
DeSantis floats Florida map that could give GOP up to four more House seats
The redistricting plan proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, if approved, would let Republicans regain their lead in the national gerrymandering arms race.
Gov. DeSantis releases proposed congressional map for Florida, could cut 4 Democratic seats
Democrats hold 8 seats on the current map.
DeSantis proposes new US House map for Florida aiming to flip four seats for Republicans
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has proposed a new map for US House districts that appears to show Republicans gaining an advantage in four seats now held by Democrats.
Ron DeSantis unveils new Florida congressional map that would give the GOP an extra four seats
Gov. Ron DeSantis reveals a new Florida congressional map that would add four Republican seats, sparking a clash with Democratic leader Jeffries.
DeSantis, Florida GOP plowing ahead with new congressional maps despite risks
Remaking Florida’s congressional map is dicey for Republicans, who face strict redistricting rules and risk making safe GOP seats competitive.
The untold story of Ron DeSantis vs. Disney
Here are the revelations in the Disney-DeSantis battle from recently obtained court records.
Boris Johnson’s in Miami. Just don’t talk to him about politics
The former U.K. prime minister met with Gov. Ron DeSantis and billionaire donor Ken Griffin while in Miami this week.
Poll: Florida voters like Ron DeSantis more than Donald Trump. Independents make the difference.
The man in Tallahassee has 54% backing among NPA voters, while the man in the White House is at 33% with the same group.
Ron DeSantis taunts Hakeem Jeffries while delaying sending Legislature a redistricting map
Democrats plan to target GOP incumbents in November.
‘I’ll pay for you to come and campaign": Gov. DeSantis goads House Minority Leader to come campaign for Democrats
Republicans pressure Ron DeSantis to redistrict in Florida after Virginia Democrats’ win
Senior Republicans in Washington are ramping up the pressure on Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to lead a redrawing of his state’s US House map after Virginia Democrats triumphed in potentially flipping four seats in their favor. A special session to consider redistricting in Florida is slated to start Tuesday, but no map has been publicly released. A DeSantis spokesperson did not respond to a CNN inquiry about its status. Key Republicans involved in redistricting say they’ve been kept largely in the dark on DeSantis’ plans. There’s no coordination on the state level because of strict state rules around partisan gerrymandering, and no maps have been officially circulated within Florida’s congressional delegation either.
DeSantis says he's taking up Jeffries' invitation to 'F-around and find out' on Florida redistricting effort
Gov. Ron DeSantis fires back at Hakeem Jeffries over Florida redistricting, inviting the Democratic leader to campaign in the state ahead of 2026 midterms.
Virginia congressional map vote could embolden Florida Republicans to push for boundary changes, says Jeffries
House Democratic leader says result should serve as a warning to Ron DeSantis after latest blow to Donald Trump’s redistricting battle
‘Where’s our proposal?’: Daniel Perez frustrated with inaction on property taxes by Gov. DeSantis, Senate
With no clear proposal from the Governor’s Office and time running short, Perez says it’s ‘tough to hear this rhetoric over and over again’ from DeSantis.
DeSantis administration gets pushback for its child health policies
The DeSantis administration is getting pushback for its children’s health care policies and its decision to remove tens of thousands of children from a subsidized health insurance program.
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
Is a Special Session delay actually a win for Ron DeSantis?
Another poll shows Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis staring up at JD Vance in 2028 GOP sweepstakes, each struggling with young voters
Can a Florida man win the White House in 2028?
What's next for Bondi, free speech tests & TPS under fire: IFP
Pam Bondi gets fired, but will she testify? A new law lets DeSantis designate "domestic terrorists" and Trump rails against a federal refuge program.
Gov. Ron DeSantis orders flags at half-staff to honor Nancy Metayer Bowen
Metayer Bowen was shot and killed at her home April 1. Her husband faces murder and evidence-tampering charges.
Byron Donalds says Ron DeSantis wanted him to chair Florida GOP
A gubernatorial endorsement didn't help way back when.
Gov. DeSantis says Legislature should drive redistricting, acknowledges potential delays in mapmaking
'You've got to get it done probably within the next couple of weeks.'
Gov. DeSantis is celebrating an Everglades restoration milestone ahead of schedule
'Together, we've taken on one of the most ambitious ecosystem restoration efforts in the world, and we've agreed to do it faster.'
Jay Collins raises nearly $1.75 million in first quarter as active candidate, with big Ron DeSantis donor giving more than half
The Green Beret may not be getting enough green to be viable down the stretch.
Ron DeSantis says Euro ties 'eroded' over Islamification, lack of support for Iran war
The Governor shared his thoughts with Fox News viewers Tuesday evening.
Gov DeSantis: ‘Political and cultural bonds’ with parts of Europe have ‘eroded’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses his new law allowing the state to designate groups as terrorist organizations and criticizes several European countries over their immigration policies on ‘Hannity.’
Jay Collins blames 'lobby corps' for fundraising woes, but says there's a 'great chance' Ron DeSantis endorses him
'They don't want the people to choose.'
Gov. DeSantis signs measure shifting Naples Airport Authority control to voters
All 5 seats will appear on the ballot beginning with the 2026 General Election.
Gov. DeSantis signs domestic terrorist bill that Democrats fear will lead to crackdown on college liberals
The Governor said he expects Florida will be sued over the new legislation.
Ron DeSantis refuses to endorse Jay Collins in LG's hometown
'If I feel the need to do something, I do it.'
Gov. DeSantis says Samuel Alito writing opinion in case that will drive congressional redistricting
The outcome is allegedly beyond doubt, even as timing is a question mark.
'Hanging curveball': Gov. DeSantis demands end to cousin marriage
'That feeds in to some of the stealth jihad that we see.'
Marco Rubio's odds of being GOP 2028 nominee climb, while Ron DeSantis falls behind Tucker Carlson
Could Florida men make another run for the White House?
New "Arts, Culture, and Entertainment District" Awaits Governor's Signature
A bill awaiting the signature of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will finalize the establishment of the Lake Wales "Arts, Culture and Entertainment District." The new Florida statute adds the city's district to a list of other Florida communities with districts permitting the consumption of alcohol while strolling the area. The downtown district was...
Election conspiracy, new voter law and rebuilding Cuba: IFP podcast
Arrested election worker sparks conspiracies, why a new voter law could prove disruptive and Gov. Ron DeSantis tells exiles to go rebuild Cuba.
Poll shows Donald Trump underwater in home state of Florida
The President is significantly less popular in Florida than Ron DeSantis.
Poll: Ashley Moody leading all potential Democratic opponents in Senate race
The Ron DeSantis appointee is a proven statewide candidate.
Poll: Casey DeSantis in single digits in GOP Governor's race hypothetical
GOP voters have moved on.
Byron Donalds backs Ron DeSantis' congressional redistricting push
Other states have pushed Democratic advantages.
Gov. DeSantis signs Florida Save Act as ACLU sues to overturn it
DeSantis implied that a lawsuit was likely coming as he signed the legislation.
Gov. DeSantis expects Legislature to wrap overtime work this month. But property tax help is still a wild card
April is the cruelest month ... for legislators wanting some downtime after Session.
Jay Collins works to show he's 'competent and capable' to earn Ron DeSantis' endorsement
Having been in the race 3 months, the Governor's lack of support looms large over the man he appointed.
‘Political stunt’: Democrats scold DeSantis over $5.5M cost to rename Palm Beach airport after Trump
In a statement, House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell, D-Tampa, said Monday that DeSantis and Republicans in the Florida Legislature "decided to prioritize wasting five million of your taxpayer dollars on renaming an airport after the President."
Ron DeSantis distances himself from GOP Special Election losses
The Governor 'was not involved.'
Gov. DeSantis says legislators can expect to be tied up in Special Sessions for up to 6 weeks
The budget, congressional districts, and property taxes all could be discussed.
Ron DeSantis addresses first-cousin marriages, which are still legal in Florida
As of now, it's legal to marry your aunt or uncle's kid in Florida.
DeSantis clears renaming of Florida airport after Trump for takeoff
Travelers in South Florida might soon find themselves transiting through Trump International Airport.
DeSantis Signs Bill to Rename Florida Airport for Trump
The airport near West Palm Beach will be rebranded the President Donald J. Trump International Airport on July 1, if approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.
DeSantis signs bill renaming Palm Beach International
The FAA has yet to approve the change.
Gov. DeSantis signs legislation naming Palm Beach airport after Donald Trump
Democrats denounced the name change, but Republicans held the line.
Marco Rubio draws 35% support in CPAC straw poll, while Ron DeSantis gets 2%
Divergent paths.
Political Connections Florida March 26 2026
Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.
'Who knows how all this stuff evolves?': Ron DeSantis coy on future political plans, warns 2026 will be tough for GOP
'Politics is cyclical.'
Ron DeSantis says legislators not all on board with push to eliminate homestead property tax as he fleshes out plan
The proposal still isn't 'ripe' yet, and he's still floating new trial balloons.
Gov. DeSantis trying to figure out 'timing' of property tax phaseout
How soon can it take effect? It's an open question even for the man who wants to make it happen.
Ron DeSantis says Sean Hannity helped mend 2018 tiff between Donald Trump, top Florida Republicans over Hurricane Maria
It could have gone very differently had the conservative media icon not persuaded the President to drop a grudge.
Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley tie for 3rd in New Hampshire GOP 2028 poll, far behind Marco Rubio, JD Vance
New polling shows another run for the Governor may be challenging.
Ron DeSantis says politics should be more than 'sugar high' entertainment
'If it's not leaving something that is durable, then it doesn't matter.'
Ron DeSantis says politics should be more than 'sugar high' entertainment
'If it's not leaving something that is durable, then it doesn't matter.'
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
DeSantis signed a bill seeking to block a Manatee cruise port, while another Republican group is in hot water.
Unfriendly skies: Ron DeSantis floats privatizing TSA after Elon Musk pay promise
'Why not let the airlines and airports handle it?'
Sheriffs rebel against Donald Trump’s, Gov. DeSantis’ mass deportation efforts
'We are a country of immigrants.'
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
Kat Cammack stumps for Florida, Gov. DeSantis loses his juice, and another racist GOP chat.
Poll: Almost across the board, Ron DeSantis is more popular than Donald Trump in Florida
The man in Tallahassee enjoys majority approval, but POTUS is underwater.
As Trump urges GOP to retreat from anti-vax rhetoric, DeSantis doubles down on exemption bill amid rising measles cases
Florida advances exemptions as national GOP moderates vaccine tone
Inside the competitive business of flying political candidates
Gregg Brunson-Pitts' company specializes in campaign travel and has worked with prominent figures like Joe Biden, Ron DeSantis, and Kamala Harris.
Inside the competitive business of flying political candidates
Gregg Brunson-Pitts' company specializes in campaign travel and has worked with prominent figures like Joe Biden, Ron DeSantis, and Kamala Harris.
Trump College Sports Reform Commission Is Led By Levine, DeSantis
President Donald Trump is putting together a working group to explore college sports reform. It includes Adam Silver, Randy Levine and Ron DeSantis.
Ron DeSantis carves out a distinct GOP lane on AI: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the Trump administration launches its "war on fraud."
Ron DeSantis doubts deal possible with 'tottering' Iran regime, thinks Donald Trump will 'follow through' with attacks
'They don't want to have a peaceful world like we would want to enjoy with our allies.'
Travis Kelce, Ron DeSantis leave Pebble Beach to the pros as Taylor Swift dashes hopes
Only the pros remain, as the amateurs move on.
Lawsuit challenges DeSantis' authority to call special session for redistricting
A lawsuit claims Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis lacks the authority to call a special session to redraw congressional maps mid-decade