Florida Governor Update

Florida, Ron DeSantis and property tax plan

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Florida’s candidates for governor react to DeSantis property tax plan

DeSantis said his plan to exempt property taxes ultimately up to $500,000 would have bipartisan appeal.

MySuncoast.com on MSN · 3d

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis unveils plan to eliminate property taxes for many

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How other Florida leaders view DeSantis call to cut property tax

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As Florida debates property tax relief, a local official analyzed the potential impact on South Florida

Florida homeowners who have been lobbying for property tax relief may be closer to receiving it with a newly filed bill in Tallahassee.

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Florida’s Property-Tax Plan Risks Charging Fees for ‘Everything’

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What does DeSantis’ property tax exemption say? Even experts aren’t sure

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South Florida residents and mayors fear "grave consequences" from Gov. DeSantis's property tax proposal

Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis warned of grave consequences, noting that nearly half of the city's budget is funded by property taxes.

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DeSantis wants to spend $5.5 million promoting Florida property tax amendment

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Schools, police risk losing revenue under DeSantis property tax plan

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Trump backs Byron Donalds again for Florida governor: Where polls stand

Trump won the Sunshine State by 13 points in 2024, and no Democrat has won the governorship in over 20 years.

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Can Ron DeSantis run for Florida governor? List of 2026 candidates

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' second term ends in 2027. Learn about term limits and who is running for governor in 2026.

Trump Backs Rep. Byron Donalds Again In Florida Governor’s Race: ‘A Total Winner’

“Highly Respected Congressman Byron Donalds is running for Governor of Florida, a State that I love, and WON BIG, in 2016, 2020, and 2024,” Trump wrote. “I know Byron well, have seen him tested at the highest and most difficult levels, and he is a TOTAL WINNER!”

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Democrats Take the Lead in Florida Senate and Governor Races—Poll

A survey suggests the closely watched midterm race could be more competitive than expected in GOP-trending Florida.

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Trump gives Byron Donalds ‘complete and total endorsement’ for Florida gubernatorial run

President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) for Florida governor on Tuesday. He praised Donalds for succeeding after “being tested at the highest and most difficult levels.” The president announced his endorsement of Donalds in a Truth Social post on Tuesday afternoon.

Gators Wire

Two months late, Florida lawmakers OK $114.5 billion state budget

For the second straight year, Republican supermajorities in the Florida House and Senate went deep into overtime to craft a state budget. Here's what made the cut.

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Democrat David Jolly bolsters his team as he campaigns for Florida governor

As the campaign for Florida governor heads into a sweltering summer, Democratic front-runner and former U.S. Rep. David Jolly is reloading with some top national and state talent.

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Florida Rep. Byron Donalds Snags Massive Wave Of Pinellas County Endorsements For Governor

A sizable group of local politicians in Pinellas County threw their political weight behind Byron Donalds on Tuesday, announcing a joint endorsement of his run for Florida Governor.

Florida Phoenix

How would a Democratic governor work with a GOP-led Legislature in Florida?

David Jolly and Jerry Demings are vying to become the first Democratic governor to lead Florida in nearly three decades. If elected, they’ll face an additional challenge — working with an opposition Republican Party that enjoys a supermajority in the Legislature.