Florida is proud to be the beacon of freedom for those who escaped the terrors of communism. Today in Miami, I joined education leaders and survivors of communist regimes to celebrate the implementation of Florida’s History of Communism Standards. Since I signed legislation to m…Mostrar mais

As the new school year gets underway, Florida’s new History of Communism education standards ensure that students receive comprehensive instruction on the historical reality of communism. Thanks to legislation I signed, all high school students are now required to learn about the…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Highlights Florida’s Anti-Communism Education Standards

Great to speak with industry leaders at the 2026 Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism in West Palm Beach, hosted by @VISITFLORIDA. Tourism is vital to our state’s growing economy, bringing in revenue without overburdening our infrastructure, schools, and services. Florida we…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Speaks at 2026 Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism

Today, we celebrated the completion of the C-23 Estuary Discharge Diversion Project, a milestone in Everglades restoration that will transform water quality along the Indian River Lagoon. Since I became governor, we’ve made record-breaking investments in projects to improve water…Mostrar mais

We have a duty to leave this state better to God than we found it, and we have prioritized responsible stewardship of Florida’s natural environment. We have invested nearly $9.5 billion in Everglades restoration and water quality during my administration, and those investments ar…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Announces Completion of Major Water Quality Project

14 — Diners, Drive-ins & DeSantis A slice of Philly in Pinellas County at The Violet Stone with @ByronDonalds, @JamesUthmeierFL and @GovGoneWild. St. Petersburg, FL

Nearly 900,000 Floridians work in defense and defense-related industries. Our colleges and universities provide skilled talent for defense, aerospace, aviation, and maritime industries throughout the state. Today, I announced major investments to help ensure that Florida remains…Mostrar mais

Today in Jacksonville, I announced nearly $23 million in investments to strengthen the defense industrial base in Florida. These awards will support critical infrastructure, aerospace and spaceport development, shipbuilding and maritime industries, and military installations acro…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Announces Major Aerospace, Defense, and Industrial Investments

I was proud to unveil the latest in a series of statues commemorating America’s 250th anniversary. Today, we honored the history and legacy of Florida’s pioneer spirit by unveiling a statue of Lady Columbia in Lake City, the seat of Columbia County.

Today in Lake City, I unveiled a statue of Lady Columbia—the personification of the United States—as part of Florida’s ongoing celebration of our country’s 250th anniversary. Lady Columbia is perhaps most recognized from John Gast’s 1872 painting, “American Progress,” which port…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Unveils Lady Columbia Statue and Awards Infrastructure Funding in Lake City

Florida is the epicenter of emergency management talent, training, and frontier technology, and the number one state for workforce development. As our great state continues to grow, our emergency management workforce must expand and adapt to meet the needs of Floridians. That’s…Mostrar mais

Great to be at @FIU today to announce the launch of Coalition for Operational Readiness in Education (CORE) Program partnerships in higher education. CORE partnerships with @FLSERT and other state agencies will offer students specialized education and training in emergency manage…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Announces CORE Program Partnerships in Higher Education

I am proud to announce that Florida has become the first in the nation to set guardrails on our TANF State Plan to stop these taxpayer-funded benefits from being used to purchase inappropriate, luxury, and non-essential goods and services. We will continue supporting Floridians w…Mostrar mais

Today in Tampa, I was proud to announce that Florida is the first state in the nation to amend our Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) State Plan to prohibit benefits from being used to purchase inappropriate, luxury and non-essential items.   TANF provides taxpayer-fu…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Announces Reforms to Protect Tax Dollars and Promote Self-Sufficiency

Rural Florida is an integral part of our state.  The Community Development Block Grant awards I announced today will support necessary infrastructure improvements in a dozen small and rural communities in our state’s heartland. Not only do these investments generate financial re…Mostrar mais

This morning in Bonifay, I was pleased to announce more than $8.8 million in funding for critical infrastructure and community development projects in 12 small and rural Florida communities. These Community Development Block Grant awards will help improve water and wastewater sy…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Awards Infrastructure Funds for Small & Rural Florida Communities

Florida has invested more than $1.4 billion in cancer research and treatment. Since 2019 we have increased funding for cancer research programs by over 175 percent, and we have launched new initiatives like the Florida Cancer Innovation Fund to support innovative approaches to ca…Mostrar mais

Great to be in Orlando today to highlight Florida’s landmark investments in cancer research and treatment. Nearly 40% of Floridians will face a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. We are committed to supporting them and their families in any way we can.   We have increased fundin…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Announces Florida Cancer Innovation Fund Awardees

Florida’s colleges and universities offer world-class opportunities for learning, research, and career pathways. We have enacted reforms to eliminate ideological indoctrination and strengthen accountability measures. At the same time, Florida boasts the lowest in-state tuition ra…Mostrar mais

Today at @NewCollegeofFL, I hosted a roundtable to highlight Florida’s continued leadership in education. Florida has ranked #1 in higher education for ten consecutive years because we’re committed to academic quality and value for students.   Education Secretary Linda McMahon ha…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Hosts Higher Education Roundtable at New College of Florida

In recent years, we have seen extraordinary innovation in Advanced Air Mobility. We want Florida to be the place where the next generation of transportation technology is developed and tested. That’s why we are making policy and strategic investments to ensure that Florida contin…Mostrar mais

Great to be at @EmbryRiddle today to highlight Florida’s leadership in advanced air mobility (AAM). I signed legislation last year to recognize AAM as an official mode of transportation in Florida. Now, we’re building the infrastructure to test these emerging technologies. AAM—i…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Makes Announcement at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Governor DeSantis Unveils Statue of Andrew Jackson in Marianna

Today I joined LiveNow on Fox to discuss how Florida leads in advanced air mobility and autonomous vehicle technology.

Since 2019, we have awarded more than $341 million in infrastructure and workforce development grants all over Florida through the Job Growth Grant Fund. So far, these investments have created nearly 45,500 new jobs and supported more than 34,000 workforce education opportunities…Mostrar mais

We have a strong economy because we have our priorities straight. We have delivered record tax relief while making strategic investments in workforce education, infrastructure, and economic development projects that bring industry and jobs to our state. Today, we’re building on…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Announces $9 Million for Port of Pensacola Boatbuilding Facilities

Florida has the innovation-friendly policies, the universities and research institutions, the infrastructure and forthcoming infrastructure investments, and the talent needed to become the premier location for emerging transportation technology. Innovations like eVTOL aircraft a…Mostrar mais

Great to be at the SunTrax Testing Grounds in Auburndale today to highlight Florida’s leadership in the future of transportation. By the end of this year, Florida will be actively testing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. SunTrax Air Ground is actively testi…Mostrar mais

Great visit to the Flight Line Cafe at the Winter Haven airport. It is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mason approves!

Governor DeSantis Makes Announcements About the Future of Transportation in Florida at SunTrax

13 — Diners, Drive-ins & DeSantis Northeast Florida’s take on Clam Chowder and more at Chowder Ted’s. Jacksonville, FL

Tonight, I joined Sean Hannity on Fox News.

We’ve led the way to champion policies that expand opportunities for students, strengthen workforce education, support great teachers, and ensure every child has access to a high-quality education that prepares them for success in life.   As students across the state get ready to…Mostrar mais

Great to be in Lee County today to kick off the new school year for Florida students, teachers, and families. Thanks to our landmark reforms, Florida continues to lead the nation in educational excellence.   We have made historic investments in school safety, teacher pay raises,…Mostrar mais

Governor DeSantis Highlights Florida’s Leadership in Education to Start New School Year

Today, I joined America’s Newsroom on Fox News.

Tonight, I joined Jesse Watters on Fox News.

In the Free State of Florida, we understand that economic freedom is the foundation of prosperity. That’s why I was proud to establish the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom at Florida International University to ensure the next generation studies the ideas that have lifted m…Mostrar mais