Florida commuters to get toll relief in 2023 through rebate program
Florida commuters who use a SunPass or other toll transponder will receive rebates in 2023 under a bill signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Commuters will get a 50% credit for their tolls if their transponder is used at least 35 times during a month. DeSantis said it ensures Floridians, and not tourists, will benefit from the rebate program.
DeSantis seeks grand jury probe into COVID-19 shots
Saying that COVID-19 vaccines have been "pushed on Americans," Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday asked the state Supreme Court to impanel a grand jury to investigate "wrongdoing in Florida" related to the shots.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis calls for grand jury investigation into COVID-19 vaccines
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he plans to petition the state’s Supreme Court to convene a grand jury to investigate "any and all wrongdoing" with respect to the COVID-19 vaccines.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis among finalists for Time Magazine's 2022 Person of the Year
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ reelection and his battle against what he characterized as the "woke agenda" of liberals has brought him more attention on the national stage — and it could earn him the title of Time Magazine's 2022 Person of the Year.
DeSantis says Florida will provide $25M for hurricane victims after FEMA denied state's aid request
After FEMA denied Florida's request for funds to purchase building materials for homes damaged by Hurricane Ian, Gov. DeSantis announced the state will provide $25 million to storm victims: "We're not just going to sit there and take no for an answer," he said.
What does 'woke' mean? Gov. DeSantis officials answer during Andrew Warren trial
During the trial between Andrew Warren and Gov. Ron DeSantis, those within the governor's administration answered what "woke" meant to them. According to DeSantis' general counsel, it's the "belief there are systemic injustices in American society and the need to address them."
Warren v. DeSantis: What happens now that trial has ended?
After nearly a week of testimony, courtroom exhibits, and legal arguments, Andrew Warren's legal fight is now in the hands of Judge Robert Hinkle.
Warren v. DeSantis: Hillsborough State Attorney’s chief of staff helps governor’s case on final day of trial
After four days of testimony, it is now in the judge's hands whether suspended Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren will get his job back.
Acting Hillsborough State Attorney speaks on last 4 months, Warren v. DeSantis trial
For 118 days, acting Hillsborough State Attorney Susan Lopez has served in the role appointed to her by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. She maintained that her office has operated independently from day one as the legal showdown between suspended State Attorney Andrew Warren and the governor continues to play out in Tallahassee.
Warren vs. DeSantis: Governor’s campaign supporters were used to target Andrew Warren, state official says
The political affiliation of Florida law enforcement officials came into question on day two of the Warren vs. DeSantis trial.
Legal showdown between suspended Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren, Gov. DeSantis starts next week
Hillsborough County's suspended state attorney Andrew Warren is heading to Tallahassee for a legal showdown with Governor Ron DeSantis.
Warren v. DeSantis: Suspended state attorney prepares to fight for job at trial next week
Governor Ron DeSantis and suspended Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren will head to trial next week in Tallahassee. Warren is fighting to get his job back after the governor removed him from office for neglect of duty back in August.
Florida lawmakers consider changes to law that would force Gov. DeSantis to resign if he ran for president
If Ron DeSantis decided to make a presidential run, he would have to resign as Florida's governor under current state law. Some Florida lawmakers, though, said they're considering changes to the state's "Resign-to-Run" law.
DeSantis team has a warning about 'Ron to the Rescue' PAC as 2024 speculation intensifies
Florida GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis' team has a clarification about a super PAC boosting him as a candidate in the 2024 presidential race and the future of the Republican Party.
DeSantis closing Florida state offices ahead of Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve holidays
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is giving state employees some extra time off for the holidays.
After landslide midterm victory, DeSantis sidesteps talk of 2024 White House bid
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sidestepped questions about the possibility of a 2024 White House bid, and if he would run against former President Trump in the Republican primaries: “People just need to chill out a little bit on some of this stuff," he said. "I mean, seriously, we just ran an election."
'America's comeback starts right now': Trump announces 2024 presidential bid at Mar-a-Lago
Former President Donald Trump stood at a podium in Mar-a-Lago to launch his third campaign for the White House on Tuesday, looking to move on from disappointing midterm defeats and defy history amid signs that his grip on the Republican Party is waning.
'Just noise': DeSantis dismisses Trump's attacks, says people should 'check out the scoreboard' from midterms
"The fact of the matter is, it was the greatest Republican victory in the history of the state of Florida," DeSantis told reporters. "At the end of the day, I'd tell people to go check out the scoreboard from last Tuesday night."
'Ungrateful': Former President Trump takes aim at Gov. DeSantis following landslide victory in midterms
Just days after Governor Ron DeSantis was elected to serve as governor for a second term, former President Donald J. Trump released a full-page statement that expressed his feelings about the Florida governor.
Will Ron DeSantis run for president? Speculation runs high after his 20-point gubernatorial victory
In front of a lively, often raucous crowd, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered an impassioned victory speech Tuesday night following his landslide re-election.