Central Florida Politics

Trump official Peter Navarro's labeling of critical journalists as 'treasonous' coincides with new White House bans, raising concerns about transparency in Orlando and nationwide.

A leak suggests federal officials pressured prosecutors over election fraud cases, raising concerns in Central Florida about legal integrity and political influence.

Candidates differ sharply: Jolly wants a state ban on data centers; Donalds favors local control. Both discuss targeted tax relief as alternatives to full homestead repeal.

Trump claims the war in Iran won't end before US midterms and predicts oil prices won't drop until after November, impacting Central Florida economy.

Amendment 3 offers significant property tax cuts but warns of massive revenue losses. Miami-Dade fears $385M impact, raising concerns about school funding and public services in Orlando.

President Trump warns Orlando-area communities blocking data centers risk becoming 'backwards,' escalating tensions over AI infrastructure in Central Florida.

Central Florida schools face closure plans as funding shifts. Experts warn consolidation hurts communities, creating tension between fiscal needs and social stability in Orange County districts.

A top Canadian politician criticizes President Trump as untrustworthy, raising concerns about diplomatic ties that may impact Orlando’s tourism economy and regional trade.

Dr. Heidi Overton, a White House aide, is nominated by Trump to head the FDA, a move that could reshape healthcare regulation for Orlando's growing biotech and hospital sectors.

President Abelardo de la Espriella urges Donald Trump to waive tariffs, citing earthquake devastation in Colombia as a humanitarian crisis requiring immediate economic relief from the United States.

New Florida legislation mandates the transfer of K-12 disciplinary records to colleges. The policy aims to improve campus safety but raises significant privacy concerns among Orlando-area families and educators regarding long-term impacts on students' futures.

Florida Republicans face internal strife at their annual Orlando convention while launching a new campaign to label all Democrats as progressives.