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Casey DeSantis’s political future remains uncertain as she steps up public appearances around health initiatives, but insiders generally expect she won’t run for governor. Speculation persists, tied to her husband’s trajectory and Trump’s backing for Byron Donalds, with a June 12 entry deadline looming and the DeSantis duo remaining tight-lipped about plans.
Florida’s controversial plan to import Canadian prescription drugs, once promoted by Gov. DeSantis as a cost-saving model, has stalled despite FDA authorization and more than $82 million spent on LifeScience Logistics; Canada’s pharmaceutical industry has shown little interest and warned it could jeopardize drug supply, leaving the Lakeland facility repurposed for hurricane emergency storage and the state pursuing alternative price measures as progress remains limited.
Rep. Byron Donalds, backed by President Trump, leads Florida’s GOP gubernatorial primary with seven months to go, turning the contest into a race for second as DeSantis’ endorsement remains uncertain. High-profile rivals like Jay Collins and Paul Renner have entered the field but polls still show them in single digits, while hypothetical matchups with Florida’s first lady suggest Donalds would win decisively. Donalds’ fundraising (~$45 million), name ID, and a strong campaign team bolster his front-runner position, though opponents argue the race could tighten and scrutinize Donalds’ finances, his wife’s charter-school business, and past associations. DeSantis allies are divided on endorsements, with some suggesting Renner as a credible alternative; the dynamic remains fluid as campaigns eye late developments and potential new entrants into the race.
In his final State of the State, term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis touts a seven-year record of “results” while urging lawmakers to advance a property tax overhaul and AI policy, and signaling support for immigration enforcement and lowering the rifle-purchase age to 18; Democrats criticize his culture-war focus and affordability concerns as House Republicans clash and questions linger over redistricting ahead of a 60-day session.
U.S. Senator Rick Scott opposes Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' plan to end all vaccine mandates, arguing that the state's current system effectively balances children's health and parental rights, highlighting a political rift within the state's GOP.
Florida plans to end all state vaccine mandates for schoolchildren, making it the first state to do so, amid political and public health controversy, with critics warning of increased disease risk and supporters citing personal freedom.
Florida plans to eliminate all vaccine mandates, including those for schoolchildren, as part of Governor Ron DeSantis's conservative agenda, with the state's Surgeon General emphasizing individual choice and opposing mandates, amid national debates on public health policies.
Florida plans to become the first state to eliminate all vaccine mandates, including those for schoolchildren, with officials citing personal freedom and religious beliefs, despite public health experts' support for vaccination requirements to control infectious diseases.
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced that the state is moving to end all vaccine mandates, working with Governor Ron DeSantis's office, as part of a broader shift in public health policy.
Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner has announced his run for governor in 2026, positioning himself in a competitive Republican field that includes U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds and potential candidates supported by Governor DeSantis, as the state prepares for the upcoming midterm elections.
The Florida government painted over a rainbow crosswalk honoring Pulse nightclub shooting victims, sparking outrage from local officials and LGBTQ+ advocates, amid ongoing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and political tensions.
Florida has set a record for executions in 2025, with nine carried out under Governor Ron DeSantis, contributing to a national increase in death penalties across the US, driven by political and legal factors, despite declining public support and international rankings alongside countries with high execution rates.
Martina Navratilova criticized Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for honoring WWE legend Hulk Hogan with a 'Hulk Hogan Day,' calling Hogan a 'nasty human being' and expressing her disapproval of the decision, which she believes overlooks Hogan's controversial past. Navratilova also shared her views on gender double standards and her achievements in tennis.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared August 1 as 'Hulk Hogan Day' to honor the legendary WWE wrestler, with flags flown at half-staff across the state to commemorate his legacy.
Miami's top Catholic leader, Archbishop Thomas Wenski, criticized Florida's new migrant detention center, Alligator Alcatraz, calling it alarming and unbefitting public officials, while raising concerns about its conditions and the rhetoric surrounding it. The facility, located in the Everglades and built rapidly, has faced criticism from lawmakers and environmental groups, with debates over its purpose and treatment of detainees.