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US Politics · FloridaA federal appeals court has blocked a judge’s order requiring Florida and the federal government to shut down and dismantle a controversial immigration detention facility built in the Everglades, widely referred to as “Alligator Alcatraz.”
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Appeals court blocks judge’s order to dismantle ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
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Ron DeSantis · FloridaTALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A Republican former speaker of the Florida House is joining the race to succeed term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis next year. Paul Renner announced his bid for governor on Wednesday, even as President Donald Trump has already endorsed Republican Rep. Byron Donalds for the job. “As a legislator and Speaker of the House, I stood with Ron DeSantis to brand our state the Free State of Florida. I’m running for Governor so that wh…See the Story
Former Florida House Speaker Seeks DeSantis’ Seat without the Florida Governor’s Blessing
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Insurance · FloridaInsurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky is issuing fines against eight insurance carriers for what is being described as “misconduct” during recent hurricanes in the state. Yaworsky said he is instituting $2.075 million in penalties against the companies for their handling of property damage claims from Hurricane Ian, which struck the state near Cayo Costa in September 2022, and Hurricane Idalia, which hit the Big Bend area of the state in August 2…See the Story
Mike Yaworsky Fines 8 Insurance Companies for 'Misconduct' During Recent Hurricanes
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