For (we don’t) color on the dog, Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis reflects on his experiences during the BP oil spill, the importance of infrastructure for economic growth in Northwest Florida, and his…
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Will term-limit pledge put Valentino in the House?
Former Escambia County Commissioner Gene Valentino announced that he supports term limits for the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate. Will it be the ticket for him to win the Republican…
Chris Paulos: Contraceptive linked to brain tumors
The Levin Papantonio law firm has filed suit (Case 5:24-cv-02524) against Pfizer, Upjohn and related companies on behalf of Alicia Wilson from Upland, CA. The lawsuit alleges inadequate warnings about Depo-Provera’s potential…
Does Rudman know he won’t be a state rep any longer?
State Rep. Joel Rudman announced a second bill he filed with the Florida House for the 2025 session. The Navarre Republican has resigned his seat, effective Jan. 1. The bills die when…
Presser Notes: Mayor Reeves endorses Patronis
Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves has endorsed Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis for Congress. “I think that if anybody can appreciate what it takes to run for office, it’s me,” Mayor Reeves said at…
(we don’t) color on the dog: new episode drops at 4 p.m.
The new podcast episode drops on YouTube today at 4 p.m. We also interview Port of Pensacola Director Clark Merritt for the latest news on American Magic, attorney Chris Paulos on the…
Daily Outtakes: Andrade endorses Patronis for Congress
State Rep. Alex Andrade endorsed Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis in the special election for the Northwest Florida congressional seat formerly held by Matt Gaetz on the new episode of “(we don’t) color…
Outgoing Rudman files pro-gun bill
Last month, State Representative Joel Rudman announced his resignation from the Florida House to pursue a congressional seat in Florida’s First District, which was vacated by Matt Gaetz. The resignation is effective…
Top Five Reads for the week, 12/8/24 edition
The blog had a 15% increase in readership last week, even though I spent one day out of town. 1. We broke the news that five Beggs & Lane attorneys were leaving…
Dimmock, McDaniel and Green qualify to run for Congress
Aaron Dimmock, the Republican candidate backed by former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy against Matt Gaetz in August, has qualified to run for Gaetz’s seat. He is joined by Write-in candidates Stan “Quick…
Daily Outtakes: Congressional primaries begin to take shape
The qualifying period run for the First Congressional District seat has begun to take shape. The period ends at noon today. A new candidate announced and qualified yesterday: Navarre High School math…
Daily Outtakes: Sheriff Simmons discusses DEA nominee
On our new podcast “(we don’t) color on the dog,” Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons discussed Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister, whom President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday nominated to serve as the…
Nelson drops out. Who?
Nathan Nelson Ends Campaign For U.S.Congress SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL – Today, Nathan Nelson announced he is ending his campaign for U.S. Congress. “I’m grateful for the outpouring of support from the…
Quick Draw returns to Florida Politics
Stan “Quick Draw” McDaniels has pre-filed run for with the state to run for Congress as a member of the Libertarian Party of Florida. McDaniel successfully ran as a Republican against County…
Breaking: Trumps endorses Patronis for FL D1
From Truth Social: “Jimmy Patronis, Chief Financial Officer for the Great State of Florida, has done a tremendous job as CFO, where he also serves as the State’s Fire Marshall, and as…
Backroom Briefing: Forget About It
Weekly political notes from The News Service of Florida By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Don’t expect the Florida Senate to address two issues that drew support from…
More D1 candidates found. But who will actually qualify?
With some help, I found the FEC Form 2 filings for several more candidates. They will still have to complete the qualifying process to be on the ballot. Greg Merk (REP) Form…
Gov. DeSantis sets special election for April Fool’s Day
The primaries will be Jan. 28, and the special election will be April 1. Resignation deadline for candidates holding office is Monday, Nov. 25. Florida Department of State Announces Special Election Dates…
Florida Surgeon General sides with Kennedy against flouride
Just in from the Florida Department of Health: State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo Issues Community Water Fluoridation Guidance Tallahassee, Fla. —Today, State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo announced guidance…
Breaking: Matt Gaetz says he will not return to Congress
In an exclusive interview with Charlie Kirk, former Congressman Matt Gaetz said, “I’m still gonna be in the fight, but it’s going to be from a new perch. I do not intend…
