Gary Fineout is a Reporter at POLITICO, covering Florida. He focuses on general assignment news, government, and politics, with a keen interest in elections and public policy. Gary's work has been featured in various outlets, including the Analytics on Fire Podcast, E&E News, Yahoo News, Environmental Health News, NewsBreak, NBC 6 Miami, and MSN.
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Gary Fineout's coverage mainly focuses on Florida politics, specifically on legal policy regulation and government announcements. He would likely be interested in receiving pitches related to Florida political developments, especially those involving Governor Ron DeSantis, the Florida Republican Party, and the Florida Democratic Party. As his focus is national within the United States, he may also be open to broader political topics that have a significant impact at both state and national levels. When reaching out to him with story ideas or expert commentary, it's essential to tailor pitches that align with his emphasis on legal policy regulation and government announcements within the realm of politics.
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Gary Fineout and Kylie Williams TALLAHASSEE, Florida — Florida's Republican-controlled Legislature on Wednesday passed a new congressional
By: Gary Fineout
The governor has been calling for newly drawn congressional lines since last summer.
By: Gary Fineout, Kimberly Leonard, Kylie Williams
“If we shut the lights out tomorrow, we will be able to say it served its purpose,” The GOP governor said.
By: Kylie Williams, Gary Fineout, Kimberly Leonard
“If we shut the lights out tomorrow, we will be able to say it served its purpose,” the GOP governor said.
By: Gary Fineout
Voting rights and civil rights groups have filed multiple lawsuits challenging a new map pushed into law by GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis.
The new congressional lines have already caused a seismic effect on Florida politics.
The Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund, which offers insurance companies reinsurance at prices generally lower than those in the private market, is legally obligated to provide up to $17 billion in coverage.
The Florida governor was previously dismissive of a gas tax holiday back in March, even though he had successfully pushed for a suspension of the tax back in 2022.
By: Gary Fineout
The decision doesn’t end the legal battle, but it greatly increases the likelihood that the map will be in place for the 2026 midterms.
By: Gary Fineout
If Republican legislative leaders go along with DeSantis' plan, it will give the GOP a way to argue it is addressing the state’s persistent affordability crisis heading into the midterms.
