Florida Democrats

Politico's Kimberly Leonard joined "The Florida Roundup" to discuss what the results of the 2026 midterm elections mean for Florida's political future.

Republicans maintained the sizeable advantage they've been growing since 2021 in overall registered voters, with nearly 5.69 million registered Republicans compared to almost 4.15 million Democrats.

Top Democrats in the Florida House are demanding the Internal Revenue Service open an investigation into whether the Hope Florida Foundation and two social welfare organizations that received money from it properly reported the funds to the IRS and, moreover, whether any of the organizations have to pay taxes on the funds.

A recently leaked grand jury report found the money was “misappropriated” but didn’t find enough evidence to charge anyone with a crime.

Nixon, backed by progressive figures, has championed policies like universal healthcare. Her victory is seen as a sign of growing momentum for progressives in the region.

At a post-primary event in Little Havana, Florida Democratic leaders pledged to flip political power in Florida after 30 years of Republican governance.

Florida Democrats believe they can win more seats this election. GOP leaders push back on their enthusiasm.

National polling shows a favorable political environment for Democrats in 2026. That could extend all the way down-ballot to a county commission race.

Florida Democrats saw surprise success this week. What might that signal?

Attorney General James Uthmeier released the opinion on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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

The bills would ban the sales of "assault weapons" or magazines with over 10 bullets; require background checks to buy ammo; limit where guns can be carried; and make drivers lock away guns inside their cars.