Governor Ron DeSantis is back in Florida after ending his presidential bid, and politicos in the capitol are wondering: what’s next? That’s because the governor made his name on an agenda that capitalized on culture wars and he’s led the state—and the legislature—with an iron fist. As Lynn Hatter reports, Florida Democrats are openly pondering how much influence the governor may exert on the GOP-led legislature this year.
Crime victims rally at the capitol on Tuesday, standing for victim advocacy and public safety regulations. Alexandra Dresner reports Survivors Speak Florida urges lawmakers to implement resources for victims and pass reforms to prevent crime."
Moving through the Florida House is a bill requiring all state-issued identification to include the person’s gender that was assigned at birth. The measure would also place new requirements on insurance companies that cover gender re-assignment procedures. Tom Flanigan reports.
Local officials could be booted from office if they take action to remove historical monuments in their communities, including those with Confederate ties. Tristan Wood reports the bill is part of a years-long effort to curb monument removals.
A bill to honor the Tuskegee Airmen is moving forward in Florida. The measure was approved by a military affairs committee Monday. Adrian Andrews has more.