Peter Schorsch has named the Winners and Losers of the 2019 Legislative Session. There’s one loser he overlooked–State Rep. Mike Hill. The District 1 Florida House representative, who represents north Escambia and…
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Gaetz tackles human trafficking in NWFL
This morning Congressman Matt Gaetz called together the top local, state and federal law enforcement officials, including Escambia County David Morgan, Walton County Sheriff Mike Atkinson and U.S. Attorney Larry Keefe, and…
Poll: FL Dems prefer Biden
The latest Inweekly/Political Matrix poll shows that former Vice President Joe Biden has an enormous lead in Florida over the field of Democratic presidential hopefuls—leading with 42.4 percent followed by Bernie Sanders…
Statewide poll: Voters reject legalizing sports betting
While the Florida Legislature is considering legalizing sports betting, a recent Inweekly/Political Matrix poll found few voters across the state support it. Do you support the idea of legalizing sports betting in…
Are legal sport bookies in our future
By Dara Kam, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Allowing fans to place bets at professional sports arenas while games are played may sound far-fetched. But the twist on what are…
The loveable, punchable Matt Gaetz
Congressman Matt Gaetz has become a household name for his intense loyalty to President Donald Trump. Whether that’s good or bad depends on the household. The Daily Beast has described Gaetz as…
DeSantis poised to push agenda in legislature
By Ann Ceballos, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday will start his first legislative session, where he will test his influence to push an extensive agenda…
Ten issues to watch during the 2019 session
By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida –Florida lawmakers will gather March 5 in the House chamber to hear Gov. Ron DeSantis give his first State of the State address, the…
DeSantis rescinds appointment for Hayward
Florida Politics.com reports that former Pensacola Mayor Ashton Hayward’s last-minute appointment to the Florida Commission on Community Service was rescinded by Gov. Ron DeSantis. The governor on Friday retracted an additional 169…
NYT: Gaetz devised plan to attack Mueller probe
Congressman Matt Gaetz was identified as on the organizers of the U.S. House’s “coordinated” efforts to discredit the Mueller investigation of President Donald Trump, according to article published yesterday by The New…
Panhandle screwed in both budget deal, national emergency
The Florida Panhandle loves President Donald Trump. Its Congressman Matt Gaetz has the president on speed dial. However, the love didn’t translate to love for Northwest Florida. The budget package approved by…
District voters disagree with his NATO vote but remain satisfied with Gaetz
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation that expressed congressional support for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The bill passed in a 357-22 vote. All the “no” votes…
BP money eyed to help with hurricane recovery
By  Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida… TALLAHASSEE — Calls are growing to use BP oil spill money to bolster Hurricane Michael recovery efforts, potentially reducing the financial burden on local…
Poll: Floridians blame Trump for shutdown
In an InWeekly/Political Matrix poll of 840 likely Florida voters conducted between Jan. 19-21, we found the majority blame President Donald Trump for the federal government shutdown. Responses: 840 Total % President…
Meaning of ‘Murder’ key in felons’ voting rights
By Dara Kam, The News Service of Florida.. TALLAHASSEE — A key Senate panel on Tuesday began grappling with how to carry out a constitutional amendment that “automatically†restores the right to…
Williamson files for 2020
The News Service of Florida reports House Rep. Jayer Williamson, R-Pace, has taken the first formal step toward running again in 2020. He opened a campaign account this week to seek another…
Little support for Hill publicity stunt to repeal gun reforms
State Rep. Mike Hill has proposed a bill (HB 175) that would repeal the gun control measures passed last year in the wake of the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High…
DeSantis will rescind last-minute appointments
Gov. Ron DeSantis will rescind some appointments made during former Gov. Rick Scott’s final days in office, a DeSantis spokesman said Wednesday. “There’s a few right off the bat he’s looking at…
DeSantis Inaugural Address
Gov. Ron DeSantis was formally sworn into office Tuesday during an inauguration ceremony outside the Old Capitol. Here is his inaugural address, as prepared for delivery: Mr. Chief Justice, Senator and Mrs….
State ferrets fraud among Autism care providers
The state has frozen payments to some providers who treat children with autism while it tries to ferret out fraudulent activity, but a high-ranking Medicaid official said the freeze should be lifted…
