The Floridian · Florida Politics News Source
2 days ago · The Floridian covers the latest news and opinions on Florida politics, elections, and issues. Find out the results of the 2024 midterm elections, the controversies over ballot initiatives, and the views of Florida lawmakers and candidates.
Amendment 1: What to know on ballot measure requiring party …
Sep 28, 2024 · Amendment 1 would make school board elections partisan instead of nonpartisan, requiring candidates to disclose their party affiliation. Supporters say it is about transparency, while opponents say it is about making elections more contentious and divisive.
Rubio Introduces Bill to Ensure Justice for Victims of Contaminated ...
Sep 27, 2024 · The bill updates the original Camp Lejeune Justice Act and clarifies the right to jury trials, attorney fee standards, and jurisdictions for victims of contaminated water at the site. It aims to provide swift and complete relief to veterans and others who suffered from harmful chemicals at Camp Lejeune.
Florida House Primaries: Results and Races to Watch
Aug 21, 2024 · The 2024 primary is officially behind us, and the results are in. Many Representatives for Florida in the House on both sides of the aisle up for reelection this year, such as Matt Gaetz (R-FL), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL), and Mike Waltz (R-FL), have overwhelmingly secured their nominations in their respective primaries, and will now face off in the general election to be decided in November.
Rubio Doubles Down on Efforts to Impose Sanctions on China
Sep 26, 2024 · US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) filed new legislation to sanction China a few days after filing a different sanctions proposal earlier this week.. The new sanctions proposal seeks to counteract China’s role in the illegal fentanyl trade. Senator Rubio’s earlier sanctions proposal sought to sanction Chinese entities using slave labor to manufacture goods.
Amendment 2: What to know on ballot measure granting the right …
Sep 22, 2024 · Amendment 2 is a ballot measure that would establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish in Florida. It has support from lawmakers and wildlife groups, but also opposition from animal protection organizations that claim it would threaten wildlife and property rights.
Cory Mills Flips Key Congressional Seat in Florida
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Puerto Rican Statehood on the Horizon, Enjoys ... - The Floridian
Aug 30, 2024 · TALLAHASSEE, FL— On general Election Day Puerto Rico will hold its seventh plebiscite in which they ask for statehood, as the majority has decided in the last two votes -- 2017 and 2020. The vote is important because it will continue creating pressure on Congress to act and treat Puerto Ricans as equals.
Open Carry to be Debated by Florida Legislature · The Floridian
Jan 9, 2024 · Representative Mike Beltran (R-70) proposes to legalize open carry and deregulate concealed carry in Florida. His bill would also remove fees, prohibitions, and restrictions on firearms in public and private spaces.
$500 Million Fraud Judgement Against Trump Called "Troubling" …
Oct 11, 2024 · A New York appeals panel has questioned the legality of a civil fraud conviction against former President Trump, who was ordered to pay $354 million plus interest. Trump is also facing other legal battles, including indictment, defamation, and election fraud charges, ahead of the 2024 elections.