2026 Elections

Anthony Gilbert is best known online as a food influencer exploring hidden culinary spots. Now he’s bringing a full plate of ideas to local politics. We get a taste of his plans.

Lt. Gov. Jay Collins dials into “Florida Matters Live & Local” to talk about why he’s running for governor and review some of his legislative priorities. We’ll also hear about the Dalí Museum's expansion and an opera singer who sells cars.

Florida senators approved a bill that would require stock trading disclosures for federal candidates, dual citizen disclosure for all candidates and adjust election timelines ahead of possible redistricting.

A circuit judge backed arguments by Smart & Safe Florida, which faces a Sunday deadline for submitting enough valid signatures to put the proposed amendment on the November ballot.

Vindman is seeking the Democrat nomination to run against Republican Sen. Ashley Moody. The winner of November's special election will finish the last two years of Marco Rubio's term.

Former House Speaker Paul Renner is running for the Republican nomination to be Florida's governor. He talks about his plans with "Florida Matters Live & Local" host Matthew Peddie.

Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins is running for governor in the 2026 election. He faces Republican candidates Rep. Byron Donalds — endorsed by President Trump — former House Speaker Paul Renner and investor James Fishback.

Florida Democrats say recent election wins show the party gaining momentum. But Republican leaders are projecting confidence going into the midterms.

Republican Rep. Sam Garrison will succeed Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez after the 2026 elections.

The ruling wiped out roughly a third of the signatures submitted by the political committee backing the proposed constitutional amendment to allow recreational marijuana.

State Rep. Kevin Steele, R-Dade City, announced a 2026 campaign for Florida chief financial officer. This creates a Republican primary fight with incumbent CFO Blaise Ingoglia.

Mayor Jerry Demings has served Orange County for more than four decades in a variety of leadership roles.