Florida Politics News Monitoring

Florida's Democrat Senate Leader leaves the party, goes independent

Democrats in the Florida legislature are still jumping ship.  Already this year, two Democrat members of the Florida House have switched their registration to Republican.  Now the Minority Leader in the Florida Senate, that body's top Democrat, Senator …

Battles over guns, a budget and Hope in Florida politics: IFP Podcast

Guns, budget and hope top Florida politics this week

In this week's Inside Florida Politics podcast, Antonio Fins, James Call and John Kennedy break down the fallout from a deadly and tragic shooting at Florida State University, friction between the governor and Republicans in the Florida Legislature and …

Florida Senate’s Democratic leader says the state party is dead and he’s leaving it

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The top Democrat in Florida’s Senate is leaving his party, declaring that “the Democratic Party in Florida is dead.” Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo’s announcement on the Senate floor Thursday that he’s changing his registration …

Top Democrat in the Florida state Senate says his party is 'dead' and registers as independent

Florida state Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo announced Thursday that he is leaving the Democratic Party. “Here’s the issue, the Democratic Party in Florida is dead,” Pizzo said in remarks on the Senate floor. He said he had sent in a voter registration …

Florida Senate Minority Leader Steps Down, Switches Registration to Independent — Declares Florida Democratic Party ‘...

Photo via Jason Pizzo on Facebook. Florida Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo sent shockwaves through the state capitol Thursday when he announced from the senate floor that not only was he stepping down from his leadership position, but also leaving the …

Florida’s Own DOGE Reviews Faculty Research, Grants

Elon Musk’s days with DOGE appear numbered—the unelected billionaire bureaucrat said Tuesday that his time spent leading the agency-gutting U.S. Department of Government Efficiency will “drop significantly” next month. As Tesla’s profits plummet, the world …

EXCLUSIVE: Governor Ron DeSantis addresses rocky relationship with the Florida House

As the Florida legislative session nears its close, Action News Jax spoke one-on-one with Governor Ron DeSantis Thursday about his rocky relationship with the Florida House this year. DeSantis and House Speaker Daniel Perez (R-Miami) are the center of what …

Florida Dem denounces party as state chair chastises 'one of the most ineffective' leaders

Politico reports Florida Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo is leaving the Democratic Party, but he will not be joining Republicans. “Here’s the issue: The Democratic Party in Florida is dead. But there are good people that can resuscitate it. But they don …

Florida Senate Democrat Leader DITCHES Party, Goes Independent — Says Voters Are Fed Up with ‘Political Hacks’ (VIDEO)

State Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo has officially announced he is leaving the Democrat Party and registering as an independent. Pizzo, long viewed as a moderate voice within Florida’s increasingly radical Democrat caucus, delivered a fiery rebuke of …

Former FL Senate minority leader calls state Democratic party ‘dead,’ changes political affiliation

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The Florida Democratic Party has lost another member from the state legislature. Sen. Jason Pizzo, the chamber’s Minority Leader, announced his party change on the Senate floor Thursday afternoon. “There will be a caucus meeting …

Florida Senate approves bill banning oil drilling Wednesday, scales back scope with late amendment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - A bill that would ban oil drilling near the Apalachicola River is one step closer to landing on the governor’s desk. On Wednesday, the Florida Senate approved the bill with a 37-1 vote. Sen. Corey Simon, R-Tallahassee, …

South Florida tourism advocates raise alarms over property tax relief plan

The heads of the agencies that promote tourism in the Sunshine State are contacting Florida legislators with a dire warning about a plan to provide property tax relief throughout the state: The plan will backfire, costing thousands of jobs and millions in …

Nonprofit leader said she was wrongly pressured to testify in Hope Florida scandal

The head of a nonprofit that received a grant from the Hope Florida Foundation says she was pressured to testify to lawmakers. Amy Ronshausen, Executive Director of Save Our Society From Drugs, sent a letter to Speaker Daniel Perez, saying that House …

Jason Pizzo switches to NPA, resigns as Democratic Leader, declares ‘Democratic Party in Florida is dead’

The man thought by many to be the Florida Democrats’ best chance at retaking the Governor’s Mansion is leaving the party altogether. In an intense speech on the Senate floor, Senate Democratic Leader Jason Pizzo announced that he is resigning from that …

Tensions high: Florida Legislature won't pass budget by session's end

Legislative leadership says next year's state budget won't be complete by the end of the session. Senate President Ben Albritton, R-Wauchula, broke the news on Thursday afternoon, saying the chambers wouldn't be able to resolve their …

'Practical leaders, not political hacks': Top Florida Senate Democrat abruptly leaves party

The Florida Democratic Party chair called Pizzo's move "one of the best things to happen to the party in years," likening it to an "embarrassing temper tantrum." TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida's top Senate Democrat switched …

‘The Democratic Party in Florida Is Dead’: Top Sunshine State Democrat Stuns With Announcement He’s Quitting the Party

A leading Florida Democrat dropped a bombshell Thursday — he’s quitting the party and registering as an independent because Democrats in the state have lost their way.  “The Democratic Party in Florida is dead,” Jason Pizzo, the state Senate Democratic …

Florida lawmakers end investigation of $10 million payment to Hope Florida Foundation

A Florida House of Representatives subcommittee is ending its investigation into a $10 million payment from a 2024 Medicaid overbilling settlement to the foundation linked to Hope Florida, the welfare assistance program started by First Lady Casey DeSantis …

BTW Media Collaborates with Asia's Digital Leaders to Enhance Regional Tech Dialogue

BTW Media has established strategic partnerships with leading digital infrastructure events in Asia UNITED STATES, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BTW Media has established strategic partnerships with leading digital …

Evolving Systems Advances Telecommunications Sustainability through Dynamic SIM Allocation (DSA)

DSA helps telecom operators reduce carbon and e-waste by modernizing SIM provisioning with real-time activation and universal SIM SKUs. MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Evolving Systems has announced the …

HackerNoon Mobile App Now Supports Blogging Inbox, Smart Tech and Evergreen Market

HackerNoon's tech blogging mobile application now comes with expanded capabilities so contributors have a consistent experience across all platforms. EDWARDS, CO, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ​HackerNoon, the …

NVT Phybridge and innovaphone Announce Strategic Technology Partnership to Enhance VoIP Deployments

NVT Phybridge, a global leader in Power over Ethernet (PoE) innovations, is pleased to announce its new technology partnership with innovaphone. OAKVILLE, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NVT Phybridge, a global leader in …

Custom Pricing and Qualifying Tools by Daruma Tech Help BlueDog Group's Clients Close Deals Faster

"With Daruma Tech there's just been so much that we've been able to do, just in terms of how flexible they are in working with us,” per Curt Hayes, of BlueDog. BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

ProSat Networks offers Starlink Installation Services Nationwide USA

ProSat Networks acquires Pro Starlink Installers, increases commitment to deliver Starlink installation services to businesses, residential, mobile, & maritime. BEDFORD, TX, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ProSat Networks, an IT …

QBITS: Quadbridge’s Premier IT Leadership Conference Unites 300+ Attendees in Montreal

Quadbridge breaks the mold with QBITS 2025, delivering a fusion of technology insights and transformative leadership development. MONTREAL, QC, CANADA, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The eighth annual QBITS, Quadbridge’s flagship IT …

Daon Partners with CallMiner to Amplify Conversation Intelligence ROI

FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Daon®, The Digital Identity Trust Company, today announced a strategic partnership with CallMiner, the leading provider of conversation intelligence for customer experience (CX). …

EUCAST Global's Portable Network Technology Revolutionizes Emergency Response

Portable “Network-in-a-Box” Technology Ensures First Responders Stay Connected When Traditional Infrastructure Fails DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As natural and man-made disasters increase in frequency and …

Mindcore Introduces Unified Secure Workspace Solution, Delivering Compliance, Security, and Speed Powered by Tehama

Mindcore Technologies Launches Secure Workspace Solution to Support Hybrid Work and Compliance DELRAY BEACH, FL, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mindcore Technologies, a leading provider of cybersecurity and hybrid work …

Gartner Recognises BrandMail as #1 Email Signature Solution Globally

BrandQuantum Inc. has announced that its email branding solution, BrandMail, has been rated the number one email signature solution globally by Gartner. WICHITA, KS, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BrandQuantum Inc. has …

DeepCoolAI Introduces ORV3 In-Rack 200kW CDU for Next-Generation Data Centers

"200kW ORV3 CDU built for high-density AI and seamless OCP integration." FREMONT, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DeepCoolAI, a leading innovator in liquid cooling solutions for AI and high-performance computing …

The Game Company launches AI-powered cloud gaming platform at Dubai AI Week

Announces launch during Dubai AI Week, offering 1,300+ AAA titles on the cloud. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dubai-based startup The Game Company (TGC) today launched its AI-powered cloud gaming platform at …

Omilia and Bell Integration Partner to Drive AI-Powered Customer Experience Innovation in the UK

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Omilia, a global leader in Conversational Artificial Intelligence (CAI), continues to expand its European presence through a strategic partnership with Bell Integration, a trusted and …

Actual SEO Media, Inc. on How Structured Data Helps Search Engines Accurately Interpret and Rank Website Content

Implementing structured data helps websites communicate clearly with search engines, leading to better organic and paid search performance. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the competitive digital marketing landscape, …

Aretiico Becomes First UK-Based Certificate Authority to Achieve WebTrust Accreditation

Building sovereign, standards-based trust infrastructure LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aretiico, PLC a UK-based Certificate Authority (CA) focused on sovereign digital trust, announces it has achieved WebTrust …

Motorola razr reboot: Iconic style, moto ai smarts — and Verizon-exclusive savings

NEW YORK, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- [The big news] The new motorola razr is coming to Verizon, and it’s smarter, sleeker and more iconic than ever. With moto ai built in, it does more of the thinking for you — organizing notes, creating playlists …

Verizon Frontline Network Slice launches coast-to-coast

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon today announced the availability of the Verizon Frontline Network Slice in select markets nationwide, continuing to build on the company’s more than 30-year history of cutting-edge innovation …

S&P Global agrees to acquire ORBCOMM’s Automatic Identification System business, strengthening its supply chain and ...

NEW YORK, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) today announced an agreement to acquire the Automatic Identification System (AIS) data services business of ORBCOMM Inc. The AIS business is a leading provider of satellite data …

VoIP-Pal Files Second Amended Complaints in Federal Court and Serves Defendants

CEO Emil Malak discusses the litigation strategy and consumer impact in a newly published article featured in CEO CFO Magazine WACO, Texas, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VoIP-Pal.com Inc. (“VoIP-Pal,” “Company”) (OTCQB: VPLM), announced that it has …