Senate Democratic Leader Jason Pizzo braces for special session amid GOP tensions
At Capital Tiger Bay, Pizzo urges Democrats to focus on vital issues, takes aim at GOP infighting and calls out political gamesmanship in Tallahassee.
Florida Legislature Convenes For Special Session Called By Governor DeSantis
The Florida Legislature will convene a special session Monday at the behest of Governor Ron DeSantis, despite objections from legislative leaders. Senate President Ben Albritton and House Speaker Daniel Perez announced the session in a joint memo on Friday but offered no details on how lawmakers would address the Governor's agenda.
Florida's special session presents a challenge for some legislative delegation meetings
The governor urged the Florida Legislature to help President Trump "stop illegal immigration." But DeSantis’ decision presents a challenge for state lawmakers in Franklin, Gulf, Brevard, and Polk counties, as they were scheduled to hold their delegation meetings next week.
DeSantis faces rare showdown with GOP legislative leaders over immigration special session
After calling a special session, set to begin Monday, DeSantis could get a stern rebuke from his GOP colleagues.
Gov. Bill Lee outlines new immigration proposals for special session: What to know
Lee's office on Wednesday released details of a new legislative proposal that will be considered in next week's special session.
Florida lawmakers gird for special session on immigration as DeSantis doubles down
A political standoff is brewing in Tallahassee as Gov. Ron DeSantis calls lawmakers back for a special session Monday to fast-track his immigration crackdown.
Gov. Ron DeSantis in a rare standoff with Florida lawmakers over special session
For the last six years, Gov. Ron DeSantis has been used to getting his way with the state Legislature, at times slashing the priorities of Republican leaders and calling them back to Tallahassee to pass bills that boost his political profile.
DeSantis warns about ‘hazardous’ fallout if lawmakers bail on special session
Resisting a special session regarding immigration reform, DeSantis said, would “be very, very hazardous politically, I think, for these members to do.”
GOP lawmakers "flying blind" ahead of DeSantis' immigration special session
Days before they're due to meet in Tallahassee, some Florida GOP lawmakers remain unsold on Gov. Ron DeSantis' immigration-focused special session, which they describe as hastily called and poorly planned.
Could there be a special session snub as Florida lawmakers head back to the Capitol?
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Lawmakers will convene for Special Session, but have yet to file any bills for consideration
Lawmakers have been formally called to Tallahassee on Monday. But as of the close of business on the Friday before a ...
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DeSantis in Unusual Standoff With Republican Lawmakers Over His Call for a Special Session To Boost Trump’s Deportation Plans
Mr. DeSantis is trying to show his support for President Trump’s priorities on issues ranging from what to call the Gulf of ...
Special session set for next week
A special session is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 27, in Florida. We speak with Florida State Representative Anna Eskamani ...
Could gun legislation be added to special session? Only TN governor can add, take away
This tragedy underscores the urgent need for action. We are committed to pushing for meaningful change and creating safer environments for all our children. Our collective response to this epidemic of ...
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Gov. Bill Lee calls special session to tackle vouchers, disaster relief and immigration
The special session would allow lawmakers to focus on the topics in a more dedicated way. The special session would begin Jan ...