Escambia County campaign contributors may have a little more money to spend this Christmas. State Rep. Michelle Salzman has backed out the race to replace Congressman Matt Gaetz, now that President-elect Trump…
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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…
Daily Outtakes: Yes, more people consider running for Gaetz’s seat
My Saturday posts regarding those who have filed to run for Florida’s First Congressional seat prompted more people to reach out to me. A reader wrote that Dr. Cedric Alexander will pre-file…
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…
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…
Daily Outtakes: Florida woman replaces Florida man for AG
STATEMENT FROM PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP: “I am proud to announce former Attorney General of the Great State of Florida, Pam Bondi, as our next Attorney General of the United States. Pam…
Reaction to Gaetz’s withdrawal
On Truth Social, President-elect Donald Trump posted: “I greatly appreciate the recent efforts of Matt Gaetz in seeking approval to be Attorney General. He was doing very well but, at the same…
No, Matt Gaetz cannot unresign from Congress
In case you have been wondering, Matt Gaetz cannot unresign from Congress. My sources have shared that the state has said his resignation is irrevocable.
Breaking: Matt Gaetz withdraws from AG job
The New York Times reports the former Panhandle Congressman Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration to be President-elect Donald Trump’s Attorney General. He said his candidacy was an unfair distraction to the…
Weekly Roundup: Administration Gets Florida Flavor
Recap and analysis of the week in state government and politics By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida. TALLAHASSEE — President-elect Donald Trump looked to his adopted home state as he…
BREAKING: Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress
Rep. Matt Gaetz resigned from the U.S. House this afternoon. I have confirmed this with multiple sources. This starts the clock on a special election for his replacement. According to House Speaker…
BREAKING: Trump to appoint Matt Gaetz his Attorney General
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Rep. Matt Gaetz to head the U.S. Justice Department as his Attorney General. Official Announcement: It is my Great Honor to announce that Congressman Matt Gaetz, of…
Radioactive: The Karen Silkwood Mystery
Fifty years ago tomorrow, Karen Silkwood, a 28-year-old plutonium plant worker, died in a fatal crash in Oklahoma. She was reportedly on her way to meet an investigative reporter with The New…
Real News: Dan McFaul on Congressional races, Foiling Week 2025
Dan McFaul of Ballard Partners discusses the possibility of the majorities of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate flipping. With four months to go, entries are now open for Foiling Week…
Voting Early assures a secure election
Early voting in Florida started Monday, Oct. 21 and continues through Saturday, Nov. 2. Unlike Election Day, when you have to vote at your assigned precinct, registered voters can cast their ballot…
Daily Outtakes: Our recommendations on the amendments
Early voting starts today. Here are our recommendations for the state amendments and a local referendum. The Florida Legislature voted to put four amendments to the state’s constitution on the ballot. We…
Daily Outtakes: Judge thwarts sabotage of Amendment 4 by DeSantis, Ladapo
U.S. District Judge Mark Walker temporarily barred the DeSantis administration from intimidating and coercing television stations that air ads in support of the proposed Amendment 4, which would bar government interference in…
Amendment 4 Backers Sue State Over Letters
By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — A political committee leading efforts to pass a ballot proposal on abortion rights filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday alleging the state violated…
Daily Outtakes: Misinformation the norm this political season
For more than 100 years, the League of Women Voters (LWV) has fought to protect voters’ rights and expand access for the excluded. This weekend, LWV will have a presentation on the…
