In Florida, politics news means elections, legislation, government policy and civic life. Reporting here tracks the actions of officials and the debates that shape state life.
Attorney General James Uthmeier's guidance says law-abiding residents may possess short-barreled rifles and shotguns without fear of state prosecution.
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Should law-abiding Americans be able to own short-barreled rifles without federal registration?
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Do you trust federal prosecutors to make accurate public statements about criminal cases?
A federal magistrate ordered the Justice Department to identify officials who wrongly described all 13 Florida defendants as foreign nationals.
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Do you think the U.S. should spend more on its military?
A September 23 memo from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth directs the Air Force to establish a Special Tactics squadron in the state.
Steven G. Mason alleges the bar violated constitutional rights after a bankruptcy hearing grievance and a vague September 29 letter.
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Would a union endorsement make you more likely to trust a candidate?
Teamsters General President Sean O'Brien announced on X that he is voting for Republican Sen. Ashley Moody in Florida's special election.
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Do you research down-ballot races before voting in an election?
Republican Jon Maples won the Florida House District 87 race by just over 1,000 votes, with more than 1,300 voters skipping the contest.
Reporting here centers on legislative sessions, election outcomes, policy implementation and the activities of state agencies. Coverage spans from the capital to the rural counties throughout the state. State budget debates and legislative shifts determine the rhythm of this coverage more than any other factor. The intersection of local governance and state mandates is where these stories most often surface.
