James Uthmeier, Chief of Staff to Governor Ron DeSantis, speaking at a microphone during the Annual National Day of Prayer event in front of the Florida State Capitol steps.

Gun lobby praises Florida AG over push for ‘nondangerous’ felon gun ownership

“Attorney General Pam Bondi needs to sit up and take notes! This is what a REAL pro-gun attorney general looks like.”

by Jay Waagmeester and Florida Phoenix March 20, 2026March 20, 2026

Florida launches investigation into Discord over child safety concerns

“With so many criminal investigations leading to Discord, they owe us an explanation as to why predators keep getting to kids on the app.”

by News Service of Florida March 19, 2026March 19, 2026

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Florida AG says ‘nondangerous’ felons should be allowed to own guns

That opinion — never previously offered by a Florida attorney general — is being lavishly praised by Second Amendment advocates.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor speaking at a podium during a Hillsborough County, Florida press conference, flanked by local officials and first responders.

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Tampa Police Dept. revises its immigration policies following Florida AG’s warning

James Uthmeier had accused officials last week of implementing ‘sanctuary policies.’

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor speaking at a podium during the State of the City address, featuring the City of Tampa official seal and Florida flag.

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Immigration attorneys say Tampa mayor should ‘stand up’ for residents in wake of removal threat

If Castor challenges the removal, argues one attorney, she could help set precedent for the entire state and force courts to define ambiguous language in statute.

by Valerie Smith March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaking at a Speech and Debate event podium flanked by American and Florida flags, with a seated man in a blue suit and red tie in the background.

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Florida bill authored by DeSantis allowing state to label groups as ‘domestic terrorist organizations’ now heads to DeSantis

by Liv Caputo and Florida Phoenix March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor speaking at a podium during a press conference, flanked by five Tampa Police Department officers in uniform in front of the City of Tampa Florida seal.

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DeSantis Administration threatens to remove Tampa mayor from office over alleged ‘sanctuary’ policies at TPD

If Castor is removed before her term is up in May of next year, then the Tampa City Council Chair would become acting mayor, which is currently District 1’s Alan Clendenin.

by Valerie Smith March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

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Florida AG sues Starbucks over what he says is race-based hiring

The suit alleges Starbucks has violated a state civil-rights law.

by News Service of Florida December 11, 2025December 11, 2025

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Kratom byproduct battle heats up in court

A clash has erupted over the privacy of the users who are part of the legal challenge.

by Dara Kam and News Service of Florida December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

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Campbell’s says it uses ‘100% real chicken’ after AG Uthmeier moves to investigate

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

A group of nine drag queens pose for a festive photo on a stage. A queen dressed as Santa Claus, wearing a red sequined suit and white beard, is seated in the center. The other eight queens surround Santa in glamorous, elaborate outfits with dramatic makeup and large, styled wigs. Behind them, red banners read "MURRAY & PETER PRESENT A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS."

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‘Drag Race’ star claps back at Florida AG ‘Mister Urethra’ for targeting Christmas show

‘If you’re worried about children, worry about gun control and feeding them instead of worrying about drag queens.’

by Selene San Felice November 11, 2025November 18, 2025

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Florida AG sues Planned Parenthood over abortion pill safety claim

Planned Parenthood’s website says the abortion pill is safer than medicines “like penicillin, Tylenol, and Viagra.”

by News Service of Florida November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

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Florida AG: Vouchers for Tampa Islamic schools ‘undermines our national security’

The entire Florida Cabinet wants to stop allowing taxpayer-funded scholarships for the schools. That’s up to the Department of Education.

Liv Caputo/Florida PhoenixOctober 27, 2025October 27, 2025

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Trump backs James Uthmeier for Florida attorney general in 2026

Last month, reports surfaced that the president was considering backing Florida Speaker of the House Daniel Perez for AG.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix October 8, 2025October 8, 2025

A close-up of a person wearing a plaid shirt and khaki pants with a black nylon holster on their belt holding a handgun. The individual is standing outdoors, and blurred greenery is visible in the background.

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Florida AG says open carry is the law, drawing warnings from Second Amendment Groups

Groups that have been advocating for the Legislature to repeal Florida’s ban on open carry are cheering last week’s ruling—and warning state legislators not to add any new regulations in legislation they offer next year.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix September 16, 2025September 16, 2025