Sibling rivalry takes a political turn in Senate District 15 as Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis and former Sen. Randolph Bracy enter a special election race following the passing of Sen. Geraldine Thompson. Bracy Davis’s announcement was made alongside Thompson’s family, while Bracy expressed disappointment in his sister’s decision to run against him. Despite the family feud, Bracy Davis focused on running for the people of Senate District 15.
In other political news, Byron Donalds gained support from key figures like Sen. Rick Scott and Rep. Vern Buchanan in the 2026 Governor’s race, solidifying his position as a front runner. Florida Democrats are raising significant funds for challenging races in Congressional Districts 1 and 6, although the voter registration numbers favor Republicans. The DNC promises support for these races, hoping to flip red districts.
Senate President Ben Albritton received accolades for his advocacy for rural communities, highlighting his efforts to address the needs of rural Florida through the “Rural Renaissance” package. Meanwhile, the University of South Florida faced negative attention due to DEI policy controversies, and Miami-Dade County dealt with revenue shortfalls and population outflow. The Fort Myers City Council faced backlash for its handling of cooperation with ICE, leading to a controversial decision that drew criticism from both sides of the political spectrum.
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