The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 5.20.26 — Burnin’ today: Salt shaking, Trump, Jolly, Donalds, Rodriguez & Schott

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From: Extensive Media Enterprises Good Wednesday morning. —“Louisiana and Kentucky Primary results should scare James Fishback” via Peter Schorsch of Florida Politics ___ We start by turning over the top to our friend, Steve Vancore, who shakes a whole lot of salt on the Change Research poll, which is being heavily touted by Democratic statewide candidates David Jolly and Alex Vindman. You’ll need a giant pile of salt to digest this Florida poll. Every poll that drops into a Florida political inbox gets the same first question from anyone who knows what they’re doing: How did they build this thing? Change Research’s new “Deep Dive into Florida” from Freedom Project USA has some genuinely interesting topline findings — President Donald Trump underwater with no-party voters (no surprise); Democratic voter motivation up (no surprise); Jolly leading Byron Donalds (surprise); and Vindman and José Javier Rodríguez both leading (shock). Before anyone runs to the betting markets, let’s shake some salt on the methodology. Two things stand out. Problem 1: “Will you vote?” is a notoriously bad question The survey splits its 2,070 respondents into those who “say they will likely vote” — and that self-reported screen becomes the foundation for the most consequential numbers in the memo, including the Jolly-Donalds head-to-head. Here’s the problem: asking people whether they plan to vote is one of the least reliable questions in survey research. It is a textbook example of what social scientists call socially desirable response patterning. The concept is straightforward. When a pollster asks, “Will you be voting in the upcoming election?” most respondents know the “correct” answer. Voting is a civic virtue. Saying no is like telling your doctor you haven’t exercised for three months — technically honest, socially uncomfortable. So, people say yes. Consistently. Across every demographic. In volumes that bear no resemblance to who actually shows up. And at a time when the President’s numbers are underwater, of course, Democrats are more likely to say they will vote. Many of them probably will. But intention isn’t the best yardstick for turnout — the voter file is. This is not a small distortion. In a typical Midterm, 35% to 45% of registered voters don’t cast a ballot. But self-reported “likely voters” in pre-election surveys routinely run 70%, 80%, or even higher. The people inflating that number aren’t lying. They intend to vote. They just don’t. Life intervenes. Motivation fades. The enthusiasm they felt when they answered the survey doesn’t survive a Tuesday in November. Problem 2: The voter file solves this — and it wasn’t fully used Here’s the good news: Florida has one of the richest voter files in the country, and it contains something far more valuable than self-reported intentions — actual voting history. Did this person vote in 2022? In 2020? In the last three Primaries? That behavioral record is the gold standard for modeling who will turn out. A registered voter with a consistent Midterm history is categorically different from one who showed up once in 2020 and hasn’t voted since. The file knows the difference. Self-reported enthusiasm does not. Change Research notes in its methodology that it recruited some respondents via text messages sent to cellphone numbers on the voter file — so the file was in the room. That, in our view, is a missed opportunity. When your likely voter screen is built on “I think I’ll vote” rather than “this person has voted in four of the last five comparable elections,” your likely voter universe is softer than it looks. Partisan breakdown Kudos to Change Research for a +12 GOP model, but two concerns. Respondents were recruited using “targeted advertisements on Facebook and Instagram, as well as across the web via Facebook’s ad platform” and “text messages sent, via the Switchboard platform, to cellphone numbers listed on the voter file for individuals who qualified for the survey’s sample universe, based on their voter file data.” The second method is great. The first is the kind of methodology that rewards enthusiasts for raising their hands. The gold standard is the pollster reaching out to the respondent, not the other way around. Ad-based recruitment lets respondents self-select, and self-selection skews. The bottom line None of this means the findings are wrong. The issue environment Change Research describes — cost-of-living stress, insurance anxiety and no-party voters hostile to Trump — matches what other data sources show. The directional story is in line with other current polling. But the specific margins, and especially the enthusiasm gap numbers, deserve scrutiny. A survey that built its likely voter screen on behavioral voter file history rather than self-reported intention would give those findings a far more durable foundation. These methodology choices are likely the reason this poll is the outlier showing a top-of-the-ticket Democratic sweep. About the pollster It should come as no surprise that, while well-regarded, Change Research is a left-leaning shop that represents Democrats and progressive causes. This isn’t an attack — but it may shed some light on the findings. Read this one with a shaker in hand. ___ A few other items for your radar: 🤖 — From The Eddy: What I’m learning about the intersection of AI and politics: As many of you now know, I, along with Janelle Irwin Taylor and Drew Wilson, have launched a Substack evaluating the pros and cons of AI utilization in the newsroom — what works, what doesn’t and how do we create our own internal AI policies that maximize efficiency while still protecting journalistic integrity and the art our journalists diligently create day-in-day-out? Those are the questions I tackle in “The Eddy,” where I take a break from my own implementation to read what others are thinking. You can review my takeaways from various dialogues on AI trends and share your thoughts here as well. 📰 Disney erased FiveThirtyEight — Everyone in media, politics, or anything adjacent should read Nate Silver’s postmortem on what Disney did to FiveThirtyEight. Last week, ABC News quietly auto-redirected the entire archive to its homepage — roughly 200,000 hours of work down the drain. Silver’s piece is part business school case study, part lament: a corporate parent that never bothered to monetize a property it owned, repeatedly turned down a paywall pitch that could have cleared seven figures, then ran the brand into the ground after he left in 2023. A cautionary tale about what happens when a niche product gets swallowed by a company that only thinks in billions. 📰 This independent magazine publisher doubled down on print — Sound familiar? Simon Owens profiles Krista Faist, the Toronto founder of Twenty Two Media Group, whose two free lifestyle magazines — Foodism and Escapism — still pull roughly half their ad revenue from print a decade in. Her thesis: premium print works as brand-building for affluent, targeted readers, not as mass media chasing CPMs. She bootstrapped from a laptop, landed Loblaw before the first issue was printed, pivoted to direct-to-home distribution during COVID, and survived a 100%-plus spike in paper costs that gutted competitors. A worthwhile read for anyone watching INFLUENCE Magazine’s trajectory. ___ A top-of-the-‘burn birthday shoutout to Ashley Chambers, Communications Director for the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association.

Situational awareness   Tweet, tweet: Tweet, tweet: —@LaurenMeloFL: May is Military Appreciation Month, and for me it’s deeply personal. My son Dare bravely served in the U.S. military and now is a member of our law enforcement. There is no way to describe what it feels like to watch your child go to war for this country. The sacrifices of our SWFL military families will never go unnoticed by me and my family. Tweet, tweet: —@BFawkes20: Just in: @CircaSports announces $20 million guarantee for NFL Survivor contest, largest legal sports betting contest in U.S. history

Days until   French Open begins — 1; ’Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ premieres — 2; new mission for ’Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run’ premieres at Disney World — 2; Marvel’s ’Spider-Noir’ arrives on Amazon Prime — 7; Rafa Nadal documentary ’Rafa’ premieres on Netflix — 9; MLB Lou Gehrig Day — 13; Florida Tech & Innovation Summit — 14; ’Cape Fear’ series premieres on Apple TV — 16; ’Masters of the Universe’ premieres — 16; 2026 Florida Chamber Prosperity & Economic Opportunity Solution Summit — 19; Second Qualifying Period begins (State) — 19; South Africa in the FIFA World Cup opener in Mexico City — 22; Steven Spielberg’s ’Disclosure Day’ premieres — 23; Qualifying Period ends for Federal, Governor, Cabinet, State and local offices — 23; Flag Day — 25; the Octagon on the White House South Lawn: UFC Freedom 250 — 25; Trump’s 80th birthday — 25; ’Toy Story 5’ premieres — 30; The final season of ‘THE BEAR’ premieres — 36; ’Supergirl’ premieres — 37; Florida GOP Sunshine State Showdown debates — 37; live-action ’Moana’ premieres — 42; Primary Election UOCAVA ballot deadline — 45; Primary Election domestic ballot deadline — 50; 2026 Florida Python Challenge — 51; MLB All-Star Game — 55; Domestic Primary Election VBM deadline — 57; Primary Election voter registration deadline — 61; ’Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ premieres — 72; ’Ted Lasso’ season 4 premieres — 77; Primary Election ballot request deadline — 78; Early voting period begins — 80; ’Lanterns’ premieres on HBO — 88; ’Lanterns’ premieres on HBO — 88; Primary Election Day — 90; NFL regular season kicks off — 112; San Francisco 49ers face the Los Angeles Rams in first-ever NFL regular season game in Melbourne, Australia — 113; Yankees host the Mets for 9/11 anniversary — 114; MLB Roberto Clemente Day — 118; General Election UOCAVA ballot deadline — 122; Tampa Bay Buccaneers opener against Cleveland Browns — 123; General Election domestic ballot deadline — 127; Domestic General Election VBM deadline — 134; General Election voter registration deadline — 138; Early Voting General Election begins — 157; General Election — 167; ’Godzilla Minus Zero’ premieres — 170; 2026 Florida Automated Vehicles Summit — 175; ’The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ premieres — 184; ’Avengers: Doomsday’ premieres — 212; ’Dune: Part 3’ premieres — 212; untitled Star Wars movie premieres — 212; College Football Playoff national title game in Las Vegas — 250; 69th annual Grammy Awards — 263; Super Bowl LXI — 270; Tampa Mayoral Election — 286; 2027 Oscars — 298; Jacksonville First Election — 307; Jacksonville General Election — 363; ’Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse’ premieres — 381; ’Bluey the Movie’ premieres — 443; ’MIAMI VICE’ reboot premieres — 443; ’The Batman 2’ premieres — 499; ’Avengers: Secret Wars’ premieres — 576; College Football Playoff national title game in New Orleans — 614; 2028 Oscars — 655; ’Lilo & Stitch 2’ premieres — 737; ’Incredibles 3’ premieres — 758; Los Angeles Olympics Opening Ceremony — 786; U.S. Presidential Election — 902; College Football Playoff national title game in Tampa — 978; Avatar 4 premieres — 1,302; College Football Playoff national title games in Miami — 1,342; Avatar 5 premieres — 2,033.

Top story   “Drought could dampen July 4 fireworks in Florida” via Jim Turner for the Orlando Sentinel — Florida officials are warning residents that if drought conditions persist, Fourth of July fireworks could sharply increase wildfire risks as the state approaches the most dangerous stretch of an already severe fire season. With drought affecting about 90% of Florida, Cabinet members said caution is critical heading into Summer holidays. Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office will pursue legal action when reckless behavior leads to destructive fires. “If you start some big bonfire with these drought conditions, and the wind blows, and all of a sudden the neighborhood is on fire, you will be held accountable,” he said. He urged residents in burn-ban counties to take restrictions seriously. Blaise Ingoglia, Wilton Simpson and James Uthmeier warn that drought could make fireworks dangerous statewide. Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson warned fireworks could become especially dangerous if heavy rains do not arrive before Independence Day celebrations. “You could put the entire state on fire in one evening,” Simpson said, pointing to the risk posed by widespread fireworks use during dry conditions. Simpson said Florida remains locked in severe drought and needs major rainfall to recover. “It’s going to take at least a foot of rain to get us out of severe drought conditions in most counties,” he said, later adding, “This is as bad as it gets.” Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia, who also serves as state fire marshal, urged residents to use “common sense” before lighting bonfires or burning debris. He said recent rain has not been enough to saturate the ground or reduce fire risks. Florida has recorded 2,101 wildfires this year, burning 136,584 acres. Burn bans remained active Tuesday in 15 counties. Simpson urged homeowners to clear debris, protect their property and prepare evacuation plans, saying, “We will get through this, but we need residents to pay attention.”

2026   “David Jolly adds top strategists to Governor’s campaign as home stretch nears” via Michael Van Sickler of the Tampa Bay Times — Democratic gubernatorial front-runner Jolly is strengthening his campaign team with three veteran political and policy operatives as he heads deeper into the 2026 race. Joe Trippi, a nationally known Democratic strategist with four decades of experience, joins as senior adviser after helping lead major campaigns, including Howard Dean’s 2004 presidential bid and Doug Jones’ 2017 Senate upset in Alabama. Kimberly G. Jackson, an attorney, educator and executive director of the Institute for Strategic Policy Solutions at St. Petersburg College, will serve as policy adviser, bringing experience in evidence-based policymaking and civic engagement. Christian Ulvert, a longtime Florida strategist and founder of Edge Communications, also joins as senior adviser, adding expertise in statewide political infrastructure, coalition building and bilingual voter outreach. The hires bolster Jolly’s campaign as Democrats prepare for a competitive statewide race. David Jolly staffs up. “Byron Donalds rolls out 25-plus Pinellas County endorsements in Governor’s race” via Peter Schorsch of Florida Politics — Republican gubernatorial front-runner Donalds is adding more than 25 endorsements from elected officials in Pinellas County, reinforcing his political strength in a key Florida battleground. The backing includes a broad mix of local leaders such as County Commissioners, Mayors, the State Attorney, Public Defender, Clerk of Court, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser and a School Board member. Supporters highlighted Donalds’ conservative credentials, fiscal priorities and statewide visibility, with Pinellas County Tax Collector Adam Ross saying, “I know Byron will be a great leader for the next chapter of our state.” The endorsements build on Donalds’ growing statewide coalition, which already includes support from members of Florida’s congressional delegation, sheriffs and much of the House Republican caucus. The show of support also comes as Donalds posts strong fundraising totals and maintains a commanding position in early GOP polling. “José Javier Rodríguez adds major union endorsement to Attorney General campaign” via Jesse Scheckner of Florida Politics — A major healthcare and service workers union has endorsed Democrat Javier Rodríguez in his bid to become Florida’s next Attorney General. SEIU Florida announced its backing of Rodríguez at a news conference with workers and union members in South Florida this week. The union, which represents more than 80,000 active and retired healthcare professionals, cited Rodríguez’s record on worker protections and consumer advocacy, as well as his years working in labor law, as key to earning its support. “Florida’s workers are tired — tired of a state government led by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Uthmeier that has consistently failed working families and made life harder for workers across our state,” SEIU Florida District Director Helene O’Brien said. “DCCC steps in to defend Darren Soto’s redrawn Orlando seat” — via Annie Martin of the Orlando Sentinel — The fundraising arm for Congressional Democrats said it plans to steer additional resources to Rep. Darren Soto, whose Central Florida seat is imperiled after Florida leaders redrew the heavily blue District into one that strongly favors Republicans. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee said it has selected the CD 9 race for its Frontline program, which funnels support to re-elect Democrats in competitive races. Soto, in office since 2017, will have an uphill climb given how Republican leaders redrew the state’s congressional map. He represents one of four Democratic-leaning districts redrawn into Republican-heavy ones last month, as state lawmakers approved new maps pushed by Gov. DeSantis. “Cop cachet: Kevin Steele lands support from Chad Chronister, Chris Nocco” via Peter Schorsch of Florida Politics — Republican state Rep. Steele has earned support from two prominent Tampa Bay area Sheriffs in his bid for Florida’s 14th Congressional District. Hillsborough County Sheriff Chronister and Pasco County Sheriff Nocco are endorsing Steele. The endorsements — both from fellow Republicans — are important in what will be a competitive GOP Primary. With their endorsements for Steele, both Chronister and Nocco have snubbed former state Rep. Mike Beltran, who has also jumped into the CD 14 race. “As a proud Tampa native and unwavering supporter of law enforcement, Kevin Steele is the right choice to represent our community in Congress,” Chronister said. “Casey Askar jumps into increasingly competitive CD 22 contest” via Jacob Ogles of Florida Politics — Askar just launched a bid in Florida’s 22nd Congressional District. That thrusts him into a race to represent a nearly coast-to-coast District under Florida’s new congressional map, entering a potentially competitive Primary and General Election. “Washington is broken, and I know how to fix it. I’m a patriot who loves our country and a business leader with the skills to fix what’s broken in Washington,” Askar said. “Today, I employ thousands of Floridians across the 22nd Congressional District and South Florida. They’re my extended family. I worry about the health of their financial futures if we don’t fix the mess in Washington.” Askar previously ran for Congress in 2020, coming in third in a Republican Primary to current U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds. Casey Askar enters an increasingly crowded race for Florida’s 22nd Congressional District. “‘Hector will fight’: Hector Mujica bid for CD 28 nets endorsement from California Congressman” via Jesse Scheckner of Florida Politics — Mujica just scored an endorsement from a fellow Democrat he hopes to serve alongside in Congress with a win in Florida’s 28th Congressional District this year. U.S. Rep. Raul Ruiz of California, an emergency physician and member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, said he’s supporting Mujica because of the candidate’s emphasis on healthcare access and affordability. “I know healthcare is personal — and no family should struggle to afford the care they need,” said Ruiz, the son of farmworkers who rose through public education to reach Congress. “Hector will fight to lower costs, protect the Affordable Care Act, strengthen Medicare and Medicaid, and expand access to quality, affordable healthcare for working families.”

More elections   “Judge weighs new redistricting plan amid challenge to 2022 maps” via Jim Saunders of State Affairs Florida — A federal court fight over Florida’s 2022 redistricting maps remains active as judges weigh whether a newly approved congressional map and recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling could reshape the legal challenge. Plaintiffs argue that three Miami-Dade state House districts and a former Congressional District were drawn using unconstitutional racial considerations to favor Hispanic candidates, while state attorneys maintain that legal requirements and municipal boundaries shaped the districts. The dispute now includes questions over whether Florida’s 26th Congressional District, redrawn last month after DeSantis called a Special Session, should remain part of the lawsuit. House attorneys argue the issue is moot because the District no longer exists, while challengers say it should remain on hold in case state courts strike down the new map and restore the old one. The broader case highlights ongoing legal battles over race, fairness and political power in redistricting. “John Morgan’s $100K political party contest starts now” via Gabrielle Russon of Florida Politics — Morgan is moving forward on naming a new third party he plans to create, and he’s offering $100,000 to the person who comes up with the best name. The Orlando lawyer announced last month he was not running for Governor but decided to create his own independent party instead. “After running two very successful constitutional amendment campaigns, I’ve learned that once we drop the ‘D’ and the ‘R,’ most of us agree on most issues,” Morgan said. “The two-party system — the extremes to the right and the extremes to the left — is freezing us up. What we need is a third political party that can compromise with the left and the right to provide real solutions to the people. I’m ready to build it, and I need people’s help to name it.” John Morgan launches a $100,000 contest to name his proposed third political party. “Bradenton icon Gene Gallo throws weight behind Melton Little in HD 71 race” via Peter Schorsch of Florida Politics — Little is adding another piece of Manatee County political muscle to his House District 71 bid. The Republican leading the GOP money race in HD 71 announced the endorsement of longtime Bradenton City Council member Gallo, a hometown fixture whose decades of public service make him one of the most recognizable names in local Republican politics. “Melton Little is the kind of leader who shows up, listens, and gets things done. He understands our community’s needs and has the work ethic to deliver real results in Tallahassee. I’m proud to support him for the Florida House,” Gallo said. “Anthony Bonna gets AIF nod in HD 85” via Drew Wilson of Florida Politics — The Associated Industries of Florida is endorsing Republican Bonna in the race to succeed term-limited Rep. Toby Overdorf in House District 85. “From helping deliver tax relief and economic growth in Port St. Lucie to advocating for policies that support small businesses and job creators, Anthony understands what it takes to keep Florida competitive and prosperous,” said AIF President and CEO Brewster Bevis. "Throughout his service to his community, Anthony has demonstrated a commitment to responsible leadership and a pro-business approach that will help create opportunities for Florida families and employers alike. Associated Industries of Florida is proud to endorse Anthony Bonna for Florida House District 85.” Bonna is currently in a head-to-head with Thomas Colter for the Republican nomination for the seat, which covers parts of Martin and St. Lucie Counties

Statewide   “Roger Goodell says the NFL is cooperating with Florida AG after receiving subpoena” via Rob Maaddi of The Associated Press — NFL Commissioner Goodell says the league is cooperating with Attorney General Uthmeier after receiving a subpoena tied to an investigation into whether the Rooney Rule and other diversity-related hiring programs violate civil rights laws. Speaking during league meetings in Orlando, Goodell said, “We’re engaging with the Florida Attorney General and will continue to. We’ll share everything we’re doing with them.” He added the NFL believes its programs are “within the law” and “something very positive.” Uthmeier has argued that the Rooney Rule, which requires teams to interview minority candidates for key positions, amounts to discrimination. The subpoena seeks documents tied to hiring data and diversity initiatives, including the NFL’s accelerator program, which Goodell defended by saying participants are “the best of the best” and are being given broader opportunities. Roger Goodell says the NFL is cooperating with James Uthmeier’s subpoena over diversity hiring policies. “Legislators drop funding for project mentioned in Shiela Cherfilus-McCormick probe” via Gary Fineout of POLITICO — Lawmakers have dropped plans to direct taxpayer money to a tablet program tied to the Figgers Foundation, a nonprofit that surfaced in a congressional probe involving former U.S. Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick. The House and Senate had previously proposed funding ranging from $350,000 to $1 million for the Broward-based program. Still, they eliminated it during Special Session budget negotiations after questions resurfaced about prior federal funding. Senate budget chief Jay Trumbull said lawmakers would not move forward, citing earlier reporting on the controversy. A January congressional report examined $2.2 million in federal funding that went to the foundation in 2022, raising questions about whether the program benefited for-profit businesses linked to Freddie Figgers and whether it could create future telecom customers. Figgers has denied wrongdoing, while the funding controversy remains tied to broader scrutiny surrounding Cherfilus-McCormick’s legal and ethics troubles. “House budget offer floats $6M for new statewide criminal intelligence platform” via Jesse Mendoza of Florida Politics — A late House budget proposal would steer $6 million toward building a new statewide criminal intelligence data platform, potentially expanding how Florida law enforcement agencies share and analyze investigative information. The proposal would fund a third-party provider to create a system capable of integrating, deduplicating, searching and analyzing disconnected data across multiple systems while meeting criminal justice security requirements. But key details remain unresolved, including which agencies would participate, what records would be connected, whether local involvement would be mandatory and what oversight or access controls would apply. The plan follows failed legislation earlier this Session that sought to create a Statewide Counterintelligence and Counterterrorism Unit within FDLE. While the budget language does not explicitly revive that effort, both proposals reflect a broader push toward centralized intelligence coordination and statewide law enforcement data-sharing as lawmakers continue budget negotiations. Happening today — Sen. Shevrin Jones hosts "THE TRUTH: Voting Rights, Florida’s New Maps & What Comes Next,” a town hall on how the new maps could affect Black and Brown communities, the ongoing legal challenges, and how residents can organize to protect voting rights. The SD 34 Democrat is convening the conversation with Equal Ground, Florida Rising, NAACP, Equality Florida, Human Rights Campaign, and SAVE, alongside Reps. Ashley Gantt and Angie Nixon and Jasmine Burney-Clark. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Little Haiti Cultural Center, 212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami. Media RSVP: press@shevrinjones.com. “Biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post gets cash payout” via Jim Saunders of State Affairs Florida — A former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission biologist who was fired after a social media post following the assassination of conservative activist Kirk will receive a financial settlement after suing state officials over alleged First Amendment violations. Brittney Brown reached an agreement with FWC officials Roger Young and Melissa Tucker, ending a federal-court case scheduled for trial in June. The lawsuit centered on Brown’s firing after a reposted Instagram message drew backlash from conservative social media accounts. The case also raised questions about sworn testimony from Tucker, after a federal magistrate found her affidavit contained inaccurate and knowingly false statements about public complaints and agency disruption. While a judge had imposed sanctions against Tucker and her attorneys, those penalties were later vacated as part of the settlement, which also resolved attorney fee disputes tied to the litigation. Brittney Brown reached a settlement after suing over her firing, which was tied to a social media post. “AI ‘news’ site with fake reporters is just latest news scam in Florida” via Scott Maxwell of the Orlando Sentinel — The collapse of an AI-generated “news” outlet in South Florida is being held up as a warning about how easily fake journalism can mimic credibility while spreading confusion, spin and manufactured authority. The outlet used fabricated reporters, fake bios and AI-created content to present itself as legitimate local journalism, underscoring how misinformation can now arrive dressed like trusted reporting. But the broader concern extends beyond artificial intelligence to politically connected or anonymously funded “news” sites that blur the lines between advocacy, propaganda and journalism. Similar Florida outlets have faced scrutiny for serving powerful interests, attacking established media, or quietly promoting political agendas while appearing independent. The deeper lesson is that credibility still depends on transparency, sourcing and real accountability. In an era of AI-generated content and agenda-driven platforms, readers who fail to question who is producing the news risk mistaking polished fiction for legitimate reporting.

D.C. matters   “Donald Trump escalates Cuba pressure, building case for potential military action” via Nora Gámez Torres of the Miami Herald — As Cuban leaders reject reforms and talks with the U.S. stall, the Trump administration appears to be building a case to justify potential military action in Cuba if diplomacy and sanctions don’t prompt major changes on the island, military experts and former U.S. officials told the Miami Herald. Only a few days ago, there were few signs that military action was high on the list of U.S. policy options to try to change the trajectory of Cuba, a country Trump initially labeled a “failing nation” that would fall on its own. The administration had threatened Cuba’s oil suppliers, leaving the island with no more fuel than what it can produce domestically, and it sanctioned the military conglomerate GAESA and its head, along with several members of the government and the military. Donald Trump’s escalating pressure campaign raises new questions about potential U.S. action in Cuba. —“Maria Elvira Salazar says military invasion of Cuba unlikely, but end of Castro regime still imminent” via Jacob Ogles of Florida Politics “DOJ official told GOP ally that big payouts were coming for Jan. 6 defendants” via Ryan Reilly of NBC News — New details surrounding the Justice Department’s controversial $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund” have intensified scrutiny over whether people charged in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot could ultimately receive taxpayer-funded compensation. The fund was created as part of a settlement with Trump, who dropped claims tied to lawsuits against the federal government, including the release of his tax returns and prior investigations. The report highlights comments allegedly made by former Trump administration official Ed Martin, a vocal supporter of Jan. 6 defendants, who reportedly predicted financial payouts for pardoned rioters well before the fund was announced. Justice officials say anyone claiming a “weaponized” government targeted them can apply, though payouts are not guaranteed and will be decided by a Commission. Critics say the fund deepens concerns about political revisionism, accountability and whether federal money could be used to benefit individuals tied to the Capitol attack. Happening today — The U.S. Justice Department is scheduled to make an announcement in Miami alongside a ceremony honoring victims of the 1996 Brothers to the Rescue killings. Participating officials include Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, U.S. Attorney Jason A. Reding Quiñones, FBI Deputy Director Christopher G. Raia, U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody and AG Uthmeier. The event is set for 1 p.m. ET and signals a high-profile federal presence around one of the most politically and historically significant tragedies in South Florida’s Cuban exile community. “Ashley Moody steers $1.5B in federal funding to Florida for disaster recovery reimbursements” via Drew Dixon of Florida Politics — Moody says she has helped secure more than $1.56 billion in FEMA reimbursements for Florida disaster recovery projects, funding aimed at covering costs tied to hurricanes, fires, drought, freezes and other weather-related damage. The money will reimburse more than 500 state and local projects, including debris removal, infrastructure repairs, power restoration, stormwater improvements and shoreline protection. Moody said the funding had been delayed in federal channels and credited her work in Washington for helping move it forward. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin praised her efforts, saying, “Sen. Moody has been a great partner in our efforts to slash bureaucracy, strengthen accountability, and ensure rapid, effective recovery for Floridians.” Major reimbursements include projects in Sarasota, Tallahassee, Brevard County, Clearwater, Dunedin and other communities still recovering from past disasters.

Local: S. FL   “FIU free speech lawsuit over group chat messages dismissed — for now” via Andrew Atterbury of POLITICO — A federal judge dismissed a free speech lawsuit against Florida International University brought by four students facing discipline over alleged antisemitic, racist and threatening messages in a group chat, but left open the possibility the case could return to court. U.S. District Judge Cecilia Altonaga found the students appear to have standing to raise First Amendment claims, yet ruled federal courts should avoid intervening. At the same time, FIU’s disciplinary and appeal process continues. Two students, Abel Carvajal and Dariel Gonzalez, have already been suspended through May 2028, while two others await hearings. Attorney Anthony Sabatini appealed the decision, arguing the ruling only delays the case. The dispute is one of two high-profile Florida university cases testing how schools balance campus safety concerns with student free speech protections. FIU’s free speech lawsuit was dismissed, but the fight over student discipline is not over. “Should Miami-Dade keep a tax for teacher pay, school security? Voters will decide” via Douglas Hanks of the Miami Herald — Miami-Dade voters will decide this Fall whether to keep a property tax that boosts teacher pay and provides extra dollars for school security. The tax is one of three that property owners pay to fund the Miami-Dade school system, which includes charter schools. Voters have approved the extra tax twice before, in 2018 and 2022. Miami-Dade Commissioners unanimously granted a request by the School Board to ask voters to retain the tax for another four years through 2031. Superintendent José Dotres said the voter-approved tax has allowed Miami-Dade to keep teacher salaries on par with the national average, between $60,000 and $70,000. “City of Miami to pay Joe Carollo $770K to settle decades-old pension dispute” via Tess Riski of the Miami Herald — The City of Miami plans to make a major payout to former Commissioner Carollo to settle a pension-related lawsuit Carollo filed against the city 20 years ago. Next week, the Miami City Commission is slated to vote on a $770,000 settlement for Carollo, who was termed out of office after eight consecutive years as a City Commissioner representing the area that includes Little Havana. The payout might be a tough pill to swallow for Carollo’s former colleagues, who recently voted for the city to sue Carollo over the legal fees it spent defending him in a separate high-profile lawsuit. “Education, mental health pro Tiffany Bryant announces Palm Beach County School Board bid” via Jesse Scheckner of Florida Politics — Bryant, an education and mental health professional with experience in government work, is running for the Palm Beach County School Board, where she hopes to raise academic standards and expand parental access. Bryant said she was motivated to run after struggling firsthand to access classroom information and secure support for her children within the District. She spent the past academic year working as a substitute teacher in various roles — a choice she said she made to ground her campaign in direct experience. “Every student should have consistent access to the support they need to succeed, whether that is enrichment or additional academic intervention,” Bryant said. “Parents deserve clear access to what is happening in their child’s education and a meaningful voice in supporting their success.” "Florida City Attorney’s job in jeopardy after contract renewal vote fails" via Wicker Perlis of Treasure Coast Newspapers — City Attorney Sara Hedges’ "employment is in jeopardy," acknowledged Mayor Linda Hudson — who supports Hedges — after a vote to renew the lawyer’s contract for another year failed 2-3 at a City Commission meeting. Hedges’ current three-year contract does not expire until Sept. 11, but it requires the City Commission to give her 90 days’ notice if Commissioners do not plan to renew it. If notice had not been given by June 13, the contract would have automatically renewed on a year-to-year basis. The move to let Hedges’ contract expire was spearheaded by Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky, who said it was not personal but that the City Attorney’s office had overstepped into the duties of City Manager.

Local: C. FL   “Orange School Board rejects adding teacher pay hikes to school property tax” via Steven Walker of the Orlando Sentinel – A divided Orange County School Board agreed Tuesday again to put its special property tax to voters in November. Still, it rejected a proposal to use the tax money for teacher raises. Board members and the District’s teachers’ union clashed last week over a proposed addition to the school tax referendum that would guarantee some of the money would be spent on “increasing teacher pay.” Some other School Districts, including Brevard, Lake and Miami-Dade counties, include such proposals in their school tax ballot language. The Board discussed, but did not vote on, the proposal last week. Then, on Tuesday, it voted 5-3 to put the special schools’ tax on the ballot, using similar wording as has been in place since 2010. “Brevard County voters to decide on Indian River Lagoon tax renewal” via Jim Waymer of Florida Today — Brevard County Commissioners voted unanimously to put renewal of the half-cent Save Our Indian River Lagoon sales tax on the Nov. 3 ballot. Advocates of doing so say the plan is working, and that each dollar spent restoring the lagoon returns $24 to the regional economy. If renewed, the tax would generate $800 million over 10 years for lagoon cleanups, county officials said. “It provides transparency,” said Mitchell Roffer, a marine scientist who lives in south beaches. He pointed to the lagoon’s strong economic impact and importance to wildlife and human health. “It seems 10 years have gone by so fast, and we're barely touching the surface.” Brevard County voters will decide whether to renew a tax funding Indian River Lagoon restoration. “Former ‘pray-away-the-gay’ activist charged in child sex sting, Orange deputies say” via Cristóbal Reyes of The Orlando Sentinel — The former president of a now-shuttered, anti-LGBTQ organization was arrested for seeking sex from an undercover deputy posing as a 14-year-old boy. Alan Chambers, 54, of Winter Park, was booked in the Orange County Jail without bond on charges of soliciting a minor, transmitting material harmful to minors and unlawful use of a two-way communications device. An affidavit obtained from the Sheriff’s Office describes lewd text messages exchanged with the undercover deputy through the social media app Snapchat and later through text-messaging service Telegram. Chambers led a “pray-away-the-gay” ministry until 2013, when he shut it down and apologized to those he said had been hurt by the organization. From Feb. 10 through May 4, Chambers is accused of repeatedly seeking to meet with a teenager for sex. On Tuesday morning, detectives said they interviewed Chambers during a traffic stop on Aloma Avenue and Strathy Lane, where he confirmed the accounts he was messaging from were his but stopped the interview when he was asked about the conversations.

Local: TB   "After ‘pizza doxing’ Tampa judges, man gets nearly two years in prison" via Dan Sullivan of the Tampa Bay Times — A Florida man was sentenced to 22 months in prison after admitting he sent fraudulent pizza orders to the homes of two Hillsborough County judges in what authorities described as “pizza doxing,” a growing form of harassment targeting public officials. Jonathan Mark Miller placed large Pizza Hut orders using judges’ personal information, including directions for delivery drivers to knock loudly, prompting a criminal investigation that traced both orders to his home. Hillsborough Chief Judge Christopher Sabella said the case reflects a “significant surge” in threats against the judiciary and added, “It’s not a joke. This guy is going to prison over it.” Judge Jessica Costello, one of the targets, called the act a weaponized threat, saying, “This is not a prank … Pizza doxing is the use of a delivery order as a weapon.” Jonathan Mark Miller was sentenced after using fraudulent pizza deliveries to target Tampa judges. “After fatal Ybor City pursuit, Tampa police update policy, take back radios from FHP” via Tony Marrero of the Tampa Bay Times — The Tampa Police Department has tightened its pursuit and communications policies after an internal review of the deadly November Ybor City crash that followed a Florida Highway Patrol pursuit and left four people dead and 13 injured. The review found Tampa officers did not request or participate in the chase, but the department updated policy language to make clear officers cannot ask another agency to initiate a pursuit that Tampa police themselves are barred from conducting. The revised policy states, “Under no circumstances shall an officer request a law enforcement officer from any other agency to engage or pursue a vehicle” when city rules do not allow it. Tampa also reclaimed police radios previously issued to troopers to improve “transparency and accountability.” The changes followed growing scrutiny over coordination between Tampa police and FHP. “Tampa Bay Times raises $286,000 for the newsroom … and counting” via Mark Katches of the Tampa Bay Times — The Tampa Bay Times says its sixth annual “It’s Your Times” fundraiser has set a new participation record, with 1,446 donors contributing $286,646 so far and putting the campaign within reach of its $300,000 goal. The weeklong drive surpassed last year’s previous high of 1,158 donors, with contributions ranging from $5 to $50,000. Officials said most of the donations came from readers, with additional mailed checks and online gifts still being counted. The campaign highlighted strong reader support for local journalism and the newspaper’s reporting mission, with many donors emphasizing trust, accountability and the importance of a free press. Organizers said the response underscored the value readers place on fact-based reporting and expressed gratitude for the broad support behind the effort.

Local: N. FL   “University of Florida on the hook for $2M payout after snubbing interim president” via Garrett Shanley of the Herald/Times Tallahassee Bureau — University of Florida interim President Donald Landry is poised to receive a $2 million severance payment after not being named a finalist for the permanent presidency, thanks to an unusual clause in his one-year contract. That payout comes on top of his $2 million base salary and up to $500,000 in potential performance bonuses, bringing his maximum compensation for roughly eight months in the role to $4.5 million. Landry, recruited by DeSantis during a politically turbulent stretch in higher education, has served as interim president since September. The severance cannot be paid with public funds, though university officials have not clarified whether private donors will cover the cost. The arrangement is likely to face scrutiny given broader Republican calls for tighter oversight of university spending as UF prepares to consider former University of Alabama President Stuart Bell as its lone finalist for the permanent job. Donald Landry could receive a $2 million payout after being passed over for UF’s permanent presidency. “Monticello City Manager faces child pornography charges” via Arianna Otero of the Tallahassee Democrat — Monticello City Manager Kurt Mackiewicz has been charged with 10 counts related to possession or promotion of child pornography, according to reports. He remained in the Jefferson County jail awaiting his first court appearance as of May 19. Investigators said they learned Mackiewicz allegedly possessed the material and intended to distribute it, prompting a broader investigation. Based on evidence gathered, authorities established probable cause for search warrants at both his home and workplace — Monticello City Hall. Law enforcement executed the warrants on May 19 and said they had uncovered additional evidence, leading to his arrest. The case remains under investigation as court proceedings begin. “Third subpoena zeroes in on nixed deal for $1.17M land near Yulee schools” via Nate Monroe of The Florida Trib — A canceled land deal between JEA and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Nassau County Foundation has attracted the notice of State Attorney Melissa Nelson’s office, according to a subpoena that one of her veteran prosecutors sent last week to the utility, a copy of which The Florida Trib and News4Jax reviewed. It’s not clear why Nelson’s office is probing that land deal, which JEA ultimately called off, but the subpoena is at least the third that prosecutors have issued this year amid a tangled series of controversies swirling around JEA, Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida, where Carrico is a Vice President.

Local: SW. FL   “Naples fire growing quickly, moving toward buildings, Forest Service says” via Tayeba Hussein of the Fort Myers News-Press & Naples Daily News — A fast-moving wildfire in Picayune Strand State Forest in east Collier County has burned about 220 acres and was 15% contained as crews worked to protect nearby homes and prepare for possible mandatory evacuations. The fire, near the Azure community in Naples, is moving toward structures, though no injuries or damage had been reported Monday afternoon. Voluntary evacuations were issued for nearby areas, and the Max Hasse Community Center opened as a pet-friendly shelter for residents leaving the area. Firefighters from multiple districts were deployed as officials said manpower was at “full force.” The blaze comes just a month after another wildfire scorched more than 1,700 acres in the same forest. A second 30-acre fire nearby in the North Belle Meade Preserve was also spreading, stretching firefighting resources across the region. A fast-moving wildfire in Collier County pushed toward homes as crews prepared for possible evacuations. “Sheriff Carmine Marceno now facing state ethics investigation tied to dropped FBI probe” via Bob Norman of the Florida Trident — The federal corruption investigation against him was terminated, but Lee County Sheriff Marceno faces a new inquiry into some of the same allegations — this time by the Florida Ethics Commission. The Florida Trident has confirmed the Ethics Commission is investigating Marceno based on a wide-ranging complaint filed by Bonita Springs jeweler Ken Romano, the Sheriff's longtime former pal who was also the chief witness in the federal investigation. Romano, whom Marceno once called his “most loyal friend,” alleges he provided substantial gifts and cash to the Sheriff that went unreported on the elected official’s financial disclosure forms. Florida ethics law requires public officials to disclose all gifts they receive with a value of $100 or more.

Top opinion   “Trump’s latest scheme will go down as the most disgusting in American history” via Charles Pierce of Esquire — The Justice Department’s settlement with Trump over his lawsuit tied to the leaking of his tax returns is drawing fierce criticism from those who see it as an extraordinary collision of legal power, politics and grievance-driven governance. At the center of the agreement is a $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund,” created to compensate people described by acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as victims of “lawfare and weaponization.” The administration has not clearly defined who qualifies, leaving major questions about how the money will be distributed. Critics argue the vagueness is especially troubling because some Jan. 6 defendants have already sued the federal government, raising concerns that people convicted in connection with the Capitol riot could potentially benefit from a taxpayer-backed compensation system. In exchange, Trump agreed to drop broader damages claims against the federal government tied to investigations into Russian election interference and the 2022 FBI search of Mar-a-Lago in the classified documents probe. The DOJ said Trump and his family would receive only a formal apology, with no direct financial payment. Still unresolved are questions about whether the IRS made any concessions related to audits, enforcement or future tax-related claims involving Trump, his relatives or affiliated companies. Officials acknowledged the public statement represented only part of the settlement. Opponents say the deal goes beyond money, arguing it reinforces long-running efforts to frame investigations into Trump, the 2020 Election and Jan. 6 as political persecution, deepening concerns about revisionism, accountability and the use of federal power to settle political scores.

More opinions   “Florida’s property tax revolution needs a kill switch” via Jeff Brandes for Florida Politics — Calls for major property tax reform in Florida are growing, but critics argue sweeping changes should come with safeguards to avoid destabilizing local governments and shifting costs onto residents in unexpected ways. With lawmakers considering major revisions to a system that funds cities and counties, the concern is that aggressive reforms could weaken one of Florida’s most stable revenue sources. At the same time, housing markets, insurance costs and local infrastructure demands remain under pressure. Opponents of unchecked reform warn that Florida’s dependence on property and sales taxes already creates financial vulnerability, especially without a state income tax. They also argue that one-size-fits-all tax changes may hurt communities differently, from dense urban centers to small rural towns. A sunset clause, they contend, would allow lawmakers to revisit outcomes using real data and prevent long-term damage if reforms trigger budget instability, hidden fees, service cuts or housing-related cost shifts. “Why I’m all in for Jolly for Governor” via Christian Ulvert for Florida Politics — Backing Jolly is a conviction rooted in urgency, frustration and a belief that Florida needs a political reset after years of one-party control. While acknowledging skepticism about Jolly’s past as a Republican Congressman, supporters argue that his shift is driven by substance rather than reinvention, pointing to concerns about housing costs, stagnant wages, strained public schools and a government consumed by cultural fights rather than practical solutions. The case for Jolly centers on his ability to connect with voters across ideological and geographic lines, from retirees in Pinellas County to teachers in Miami-Dade and small-business owners in Orlando. Though the path for Democrats remains steep in Florida, the argument is that rebuilding coalitions and reaching persuadable voters starts with a candidate seen as authentic, pragmatic and broadly relatable. “Eliminating USF Sarasota-Manatee is not alignment — it is annihilation” via Laurey Stryker for Florida Politics — Calling the proposal to eliminate USF Sarasota-Manatee “alignment” masks what is really a dismantling of a proven regional higher education asset. Shutting down USFSM would strip local students of access to undergraduate and graduate programs that allow them to live, work and study close to home, while weakening a cost-effective branch-campus model Florida has long embraced. The argument that New College of Florida or State College of Florida could replace that role ignores differences in mission, funding and academic scope. Critics also argue the move threatens a strong SCF-to-USFSM pipeline that benefits students, employers and families. With no broad public consultation involving residents, businesses or affected students, HB 5601 is framed as an unnecessary and damaging attempt to erase local educational choice and disrupt a successful institution. “Call the Tampa Bay Rays’ bluff. Just say no” via John Dingfelder, Orlando Gudes, Linda Saul Sena, Mariella Smith and Pat Kemp for the Tampa Bay Times — Critics of the Tampa Bay Rays stadium proposal are urging local leaders to reject what they describe as an outsize public subsidy for a privately owned ballpark, arguing taxpayers should not be asked to finance a deal that primarily benefits billionaire owners. They contend using public dollars — particularly Community Investment Tax funds — would divert money from priorities such as public safety, roads, sewers, affordable housing and hurricane resilience. Opponents also argue voters were not told stadium funding was part of the tax’s purpose and say rushing a vote limits public input on a long-term financial commitment. They point to studies questioning whether stadium subsidies deliver promised economic gains and warn Tampa Bay could be left with debt while owners collect the profits. A rejection, they argue, would not kill a future stadium, but could force negotiations on stronger public terms. “Tampa and Hillsborough should vote yes on the Rays proposal” via Conan Gallaty of the Tampa Bay Times — Supporters of the Tampa Bay Rays stadium proposal argue local leaders should approve the memorandum of understanding to keep alive a rare opportunity for a long-term Major League Baseball future in the region while continuing negotiations on tougher final terms. They say a yes vote is not approval of a final stadium deal or a blank check, but a chance to preserve leverage and avoid losing a potentially transformative project. Backers contend the proposed $2.3 billion ballpark and redevelopment at Hillsborough Community College’s Dale Mabry campus could help drive broader economic growth if paired with infrastructure, transportation and private investment. At the same time, they acknowledge major concerns over taxpayer costs, Community Investment Tax funding, financial guarantees and public accountability. The argument is that rejecting the memorandum now could end the project entirely; while approving it allows officials to scrutinize financing, strengthen protections and negotiate a better final agreement.

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Aloe   “Walt Disney World’s new president started as Jungle Cruise skipper” via Dewayne Bevil of the Orlando Sentinel — Joe Schott, a four-decade Disney veteran who began his career as a Jungle Cruise skipper at Magic Kingdom, will become president of Walt Disney World in July, taking over for retiring executive Jeff Vahle. Schott most recently led Disney Signature Experiences, overseeing Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, Adventures by Disney and other travel-related operations. His appointment comes as Walt Disney World continues major expansion projects across multiple parks, including Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Disney executives highlighted Schott’s operational experience, global leadership background and long history with the company. The move also triggers broader leadership changes, with Natacha Rafalski shifting from Disneyland Paris to lead Disney Signature Experiences, and Christophe Murphy becoming president of Disneyland Paris. The transition reflects Disney’s ongoing executive reshuffling as the company positions itself for future growth. Joe Schott rose from Jungle Cruise skipper to lead Disney World as its new president.

Happy birthday   Happy birthday to Sen. Jason Pizzo, William Arnold of American Integrity Insurance Group, Matt Brockelman, Tim Heberlein, and Matt Mitchell. It’s also Rep. Anna Eskamani’s birthday. ___ Sunburn is authored and assembled by Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel Dean, Ryan Nicol, Jacob Ogles, and Drew Wilson.

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