Governor of Florida, Republican
3 stories from The GOP Files, newest first. Last in the news Oct 28.
Twelve days after Florida asked, President Trump signed a major disaster declaration for Hurricane Isaias. It pays for public cleanup and repairs in 15 Panhandle counties. FEMA has not yet approved direct help for households in the eight counties where damage was reported.
Panhandle families can't apply for FEMA housing and repair grants until President Trump approves a major disaster declaration. He has had Florida's request since mid-October, and Alabama's request since Friday. After Hurricane Sally in 2020, he signed in five days.
Florida Sen. Ashley Moody now tells people to take questions about the $10 million Medicaid settlement payment to a state agency. A grand jury report found that, as attorney general, she knew of the plan and authorized her deputy to sign it. Fellow Republican Sen. Rick Scott wants a 'thorough investigation.'
