David Jolly

• A law requiring those who select contractors to put in writing that they have no conflict of interest in the companies they select for services • Certain background check requirements for people working as corrections officers • Rules requiring public announcements of government agency purchases • Competitive negotiation requirements to ensure selected contractors are the most qualified option • Requirements to post contract bids online so that potential vendors can apply • Additional competitive bidding requirements for contracts over $35,000 • Requirements that state-contracted air ambulances meet basic life support standards • Mandatory oversight teams for contracts over $5 million • Permitting requirements for portable restrooms • And a rule blocking senior managers from charging taxpayers overtime pay Nowhere has the ability to skirt those laws been more explicit than in the Alligator Alcatraz immigration detention center in the Everglades, which has been constructed, funded and operated through emergency contracts, including to politically connected companies. At least three of the state contractors involved in Alligator Alcatraz have given money to DeSantis or the state's Republican Party, according to Herald/Times reporting.

DeSantis is about to extend his “state of emergency” over immigration for the 19th time.

This started in 2023.

It enables him to suspend all kinds of laws and regulations he doesn’t like—many of them on issues (like porta-pottys ) unrelated to immigration. ⤵️

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From our family to yours, we wish you a day of Thanksgiving, of warm friendship, and a renewed strength for all that holds us together as a community, a state, and a nation. Thank you for your steadfast support of our family during this historic campaign.

Our biggest rally yet is just around the corner! This one promises to bring the fire!

Join Congresswoman Gwen Graham and other state leaders for our Florida’s Next rally and town hall! https://bit.ly/JollyGrahamPinellasTownHall

Town Hall with David Jolly & the Honorable Gwen Graham · David Jolly for Florida 2026 **Florida’s Next! Come join David Jolly and the Honorable Gwen Graham for a dynamic Town Hall in St. Petersburg!** Florida’s affordability crisis is squeezing families, and David Jolly is clear, it’s...

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We are coming up on our 130th event across Florida, and it’s a big one.

Join me and my good friend Gwen Graham next Thursday, December 4th in St. Petersburg for a night of surprises and organizing. Florida’s next!

Too many in politics wish away our problems. The truth is Florida is a state desperately in need of improved access to healthcare, investment in public education, homeowners insurance reform, and local policies to create affordable rent.

Town Hall with David Jolly & the Honorable Gwen Graham · David Jolly for Florida 2026 **Florida’s Next! Come join David Jolly and the Honorable Gwen Graham for a dynamic Town Hall in St. Petersburg!** Florida’s affordability crisis is squeezing families, and David Jolly is clear, it’s...

I’ve done 125 events across the state, hitting every corner of Florida. Next Thursday, Dec 4, will be our biggest yet! Join Congresswoman Gwen Graham and other state leaders as we build this campaign to win the Governorship!

Florida’s next! https://bit.ly/JollyGrahamPinellasTownHall

Town Hall with David Jolly & the Honorable Gwen Graham · David Jolly for Florida 2026 **Florida’s Next! Come join David Jolly and the Honorable Gwen Graham for a dynamic Town Hall in St. Petersburg!** Florida’s affordability crisis is squeezing families, and David Jolly is clear, it’s...

Join us for our biggest event yet! Next week in St. Petersburg, leaders from across Florida will join with Gwen Graham for our Florida’s Next rally and town hall.

Don’t miss this one! More to come. Sign up now! https://bit.ly/JollyGrahamPinellasTownHall

Orange County Dem leader Amy Mercado joins David Jolly leadership team Mercado's support could help Jolly as he faces Democratic opposition from Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings.

Thrilled to have Orange County Property Appraiser and Democratic Leader Amy Mercado joining our team today as Co-Chair.

A past Vice-Chair of the Florida Democratic Party and County Hispanic Caucus President, Amy's building this campaign to win. Join us!

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David Jolly speaking at North Pinellas Indivisible

David Jolly speaking at North Pinellas Indivisible

So great to be with a packed house from @indivisiblenp.bsky.social Friday evening! We’re building a winning coalition to create the change Florida needs. Proud to have so much support from these folks and so many others across the state!

Thanks for the warm welcome to Palm Beach County, Century Village! Great getting to meet and spend time with so many of you last night.

On any given day, $270m in Florida school choice funding cannot be accounted for.

This Governor cavalierly chased an ideological narrative and abandoned Florida's families and taxpayers.

Time for a new Governor.

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A great night in Palm City. Thanks to the Martin County Democrats for turning out and fighting for change! Join us!

A great day in Palm Beach County! Thanks to the City of Riviera Beach and to the Orange Bowl Host Committee for lifting up so many families around the holidays. Blessings all around.

Floridians Feel the 'Sunshine Squeeze': Nearly 50% Want To Move Due To Affordability A new survey reveals that the vast majority of local residents are struggling with the state's steep housing costs.

The “Sunshine Squeeze” is hurting our residents. 80% of Floridians are concerned about housing prices.

We have to fix our affordability crisis and make Florida a place that’s welcoming to all.
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AARP Florida survey finds older Floridians anxious about costs, care and stability Aging Floridians are feeling anxious about affordability.

Floridians are scared about their financial future.

In a new study, 93% of respondents said they’re concerned about having enough income and Social Security benefits to retire. We need to fix our state's affordability crisis; we can't leave older adults behind.
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Listen, once you get me talking about change coming to Florida, it can be hard to get me to stop. Thank you to the Polk County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Hillsborough Democracy Builders Society for being a part of this important conversation.

Florida's next!

We’re building a coalition for a brighter, more affordable future here in Florida. But we can’t do it without you! We’re campaigning in every corner of the state and looking for volunteers across Florida.

If you’re affected by the delay to SNAP benefits this month, Feeding Florida can help you find your local food bank.

You deserve to have food on the table for you and your loved ones. Locate your local food bank here: https://www.feedingflorida.org/feeding-florida/florida-food-banks

Health care premiums could more than double for over 4 million Floridians The government funding agreement to reopen the government does not include provisions for extending health care subsidies, which help reduce plan costs.

Now, over 4 million Floridians could see their monthly premiums double. Our families are already having a hard time paying for necessities. We need to fight to make healthcare more affordable, not less.
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Health care premiums could more than double for over 4 million Floridians The government funding agreement to reopen the government does not include provisions for extending health care subsidies, which help reduce plan costs.

The government shutdown is ending, but there are no plans to extend key tax credits for folks on ACA healthcare plans.

Black faith leaders form statewide coalition to back David Jolly for Governor His campaign is taking a grassroots approach similar to Lawton Chiles’ 1970 'Walkin’ Lawton” campaign.

We're building our campaign across every community right now - not six weeks out from election day.

My earnest thanks to the ministers who have stepped forward to help lead our coalition.

Be a part of a campaign doing things differently. Join us!
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I’m proud to have been joined last night by former U.S. Navy officer Heather Beaven, retired U.S. Army officer David McDonald, retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, and many other veterans for one of many conversations on how we keep the promises we have made to veterans and the issues impacting them.

A crucial way to thank veterans for their service is to listen to their advice and learn from their experience, and that’s exactly what I’ll do as governor.

Thank you to those who have stepped up and served our country throughout the years.

Sometimes it feels like thank you isn’t enough, but I promise I’ll never play political games with the futures of Florida’s military families or veterans.

BEPI Poll: Half of Floridians Consider Leaving Over Cost of Living The majority of Floridians are hanging on to the “American Dream,” but rising housing costs and everyday expenses make it difficult to achieve, according to a new poll from Florida Atlantic University...

Almost half of Floridians have considered moving out of the state due to costs, according to a new survey from Florida Atlantic University.

The cost-of-living crisis is driving people away. When we lose our communities, we lose what makes Florida special. https://bit.ly/47A88jW

Our coalition is growing across Florida. Grateful to have the support of so many faith leaders across the state this morning.

Florida's next! Join us.

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Yesterday, you could practically hear the panic emanating from the Trump White House.

Tonight, you can practically hear the sighs of relief.

Please join me for a special statewide virtual event honoring Florida’s veterans.

On Veterans Day Eve, we’ll reflect on service, sacrifice, and the path forward for those who’ve served our nation.

Register here: bit.ly/JollyVeteransDay2025

David Jolly on the Democrats' path to Fla. Governor David Jolly, a former Republican Congressman, is now one of two Democrats running to succeed Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in 2026. Jolly will face Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings in the Democratic ...

This week’s election results confirm what I’ve heard all over the state: people are looking for change and relief from the affordability crisis.

It was a pleasure to join @fox35orlando.bsky.social and discuss our campaign, and the momentum we have moving into 2026.
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