Tallahassee Politics

Motorists on 3,000-mile journeys report significant financial strain due to record-high gas prices driven by geopolitical tensions. Travelers adjust spending habits as energy markets react to international conflicts involving Iran.

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed the death warrant for Jesse Guardado, marking Florida’s 20th execution of the year. The scheduled lethal injection is set for November 5 at Florida State Prison.

Federal economic boosts in eight states fail to improve Trump's standing, with disapproval ratings remaining high across all recipient jurisdictions despite new investments.

President Trump confirmed via Truth Social that his administration will distribute payments of nearly $100 to 20 million Medicare recipients to help offset premium costs, marking a targeted effort to address healthcare affordability for older Americans.

Florida's decision to carry out double executions, highlighted by the Christa Pike case, has intensified scrutiny over lethal injection protocols and the state's broader death penalty framework.

Trump criticizes DHS Secretary Mullin after leaked call reveals ICE was told to soften immigration enforcement, sparking internal administration conflict over policy consistency.

Florida has mailed out nearly 1.5 million vote-by-mail ballots, with over 2,200 already returned mostly by military personnel as early voting begins.

An investigation reveals that Florida's $10M Hope Florida program failed disabled families due to mismanagement, with funds trapped in bureaucracy instead of providing essential support services and resources.

The Pentagon reports a sudden surge in injured U.S. troops without explanation, raising concerns about transparency amid escalating tensions with Iranian forces.

President Trump hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a high-profile dinner attended by billionaire business leaders and senior U.S. officials, focusing on critical economic and diplomatic issues between the two nations.

Florida lawmakers clash with media after news outlets publish a hidden Senate report on insurer profits, challenging state efforts to keep financial records confidential.

Despite Tallahassee officials claiming Florida's insurance market has stabilized, new polling shows homeowners remain deeply pessimistic about affordability and coverage security.