Florida Governor’s race News

Crist’s Claim of Cutting Insurance Rates ‘Mostly True,’ Politifact Says

A fact-checking publication known for its thorough examination of claims made by politicians has deemed Charlie Crist’s statement that he once reduced Florida property insurance rates by 10% to be “mostly true.” Crist, the Democratic nominee for Florida governor, has …

Crist Again Slams DeSantis’ Handling of Florida Insurance Debacle

U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist, a Democratic candidate for governor of Florida, has continued to needle incumbent Gov. Ron DeSantis for his handling of the property insurance crisis in the state. At a press conference Wednesday, Crist, himself a former governor, …

Florida Gov. Scott Seeks Insurance Agents’ Help to Get Out Vote

Florida Governor Rick Scott is urging insurance agents to do their part to get out the vote as the state’s gubernatorial campaign enters its final weeks. Former Republican Governor Charlie Crist is running as a Democrat against Republican Scott in …

Crist Leads Scott in 2014 Governor’s Race Poll

Former Florida Gov. Charlie Crist holds a big edge over Republican Gov. Rick Scott among registered Florida voters in a hypothetical gubernatorial match-up in 2014, a new poll shows. Crist was favored by 50 percent while Scott was preferred by …