Tom Fabricio

Florida lawmakers debated a property tax cut bill for two days, focusing on raising the homestead exemption to $250,000 over two years. Supporters argue it will benefit homeowners, while critics warn of potential harm to local government funding and public services.

A Florida judge upheld Governor Ron DeSantis' new congressional map, allowing its implementation amid ongoing lawsuits. The map, designed to favor Republicans, faces challenges over alleged partisan gerrymandering, but the court ruled plaintiffs failed to prove illegal intent.