Blaise Ingoglia

The Florida Democratic Party has voted to oppose Amendment 3, which seeks to expand the homestead exemption for non-school property taxes and reduce property taxes. The party argues the amendment would cut local government funding for services like public safety and infrastructure. The Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association and other groups also oppose the measure, citing concerns over reduced emergency services funding.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a recommendation to designate CAIR Florida, the Muslim Brotherhood, and Antifa as domestic terrorist organizations under a new law (HB 1471). The law authorizes the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to label groups as terrorist organizations based on specific criteria, with the Cabinet required to approve or reject the designation within seven days.

Florida Republicans at the GOP summit used the election of Democratic Socialists of America members in New York and other states to rally their base ahead of the 2026 midterms. Speakers including Kat Cammack, Ashley Moody, and Blaise Ingoglia labeled Democrats as 'Communists,' 'anarchist psychos,' and 'bat shit crazy,' warning of a perceived socialist threat to American values.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills related to a proposed constitutional amendment to expand the state’s homestead property tax exemption, aiming to address affordability concerns. Critics argue the amendment would reduce local government revenues, while DeSantis emphasized its benefits for middle-class residents. The bills include measures to adjust millage rate formulas and increase local government budget transparency.

Annette Taddeo, a former state senator, announced her candidacy for Florida's Chief Financial Officer, criticizing Republican CFO Blaise Ingoglia's handling of issues like rising insurance costs. Earle Ford, a U.S. Army veteran and IRS investigator, also entered the Democratic primary after withdrawing from a congressional race. The Republican Party of Florida criticized Democrats for promoting 'radical tax-and-spend policies' through Taddeo, a candidate with multiple electoral losses.

The Children’s Services Council of Broward County warns that a proposed property tax plan could cut its funding by $10 million next year. The plan, which includes exemptions for home values and lower assessment caps, may cost Broward County over $250 million annually and Miami-Dade County nearly $385 million by 2027-2028. Florida officials argue the changes reduce housing costs, while local leaders express concerns about funding shortfalls.

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia urged voters not to believe claims from 'big government apologists' that local governments cannot afford core services if a property tax reform passes. The proposal, HJR 1F, would exempt the first $250,000 of homestead property value from taxation and require a schedule for full elimination. Ingoglia argued local governments have engaged in wasteful spending and can absorb financial impacts, while opponents like Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and Councilmember Luis Viera warned of potential cuts to public safety funding.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia held a press conference in Miami-Dade County on hurricane preparedness at the Florida Task Force 1 Training Site. A stream of the event was available for viewing.