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Wednesday, Sep 03, 2025

Florida's Influence Grows as Trump Administration Mirrors State Policies

With Florida’s growing political prominence, many of its policies and figures will play key roles in shaping the incoming Trump administration.
As President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration draws near, Florida’s influence on national policy is set to intensify, with the state providing a model for many of the policies expected to emerge from the new administration.

Trump has already appointed numerous Floridians to key positions, and the state’s hard-right approach to issues like immigration, energy, and education seems poised for wider implementation across the country.

Under Republican Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida has pioneered a series of conservative policies that align closely with Trump’s agenda, particularly in areas like the battle against ‘wokeness,’ immigration reform, and energy policy.

The Governor’s stance on curtailing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs mirrors Trump’s own plans to target federal workplace initiatives aimed at promoting these values.

DeSantis has also been at the forefront of immigration reform in Florida, leading efforts to push undocumented migrants out of the state.

Trump’s planned mass deportations and tariff policies represent larger-scale versions of the actions that have already been implemented in Florida, where DeSantis has had the political backing of a supermajority in the state legislature to implement sweeping changes without significant opposition.

As Trump prepares to take office, these policies will also influence Florida’s political landscape.

DeSantis has called a special session in January to push through measures that align with Trump’s expected policies, such as ramped-up deportations and additional funding for law enforcement.

Republican officials in Florida have expressed confidence that the state’s political blueprint will be a model for the nation.

The state’s rise as a stronghold of conservative politics has been facilitated by demographic shifts, including an influx of retirees and newcomers drawn by Florida’s relatively low taxes and anti-tax policies.

These developments have played a pivotal role in cementing the state’s status as a bellwether for conservative policies, both at the state and federal levels.

In the realm of education, Florida has aggressively expanded school choice options and shifted the educational landscape toward conservative values, including the dismantling of LGBTQ+ rights and the removal of diversity programs.

While Trump has voiced support for similar education reforms at the federal level, concerns about potential overreach persist, particularly regarding higher education and efforts to restrict academic freedom.

For many Floridians, these hard-right strategies have already been implemented in their own backyard, setting a national precedent.

The coming months will reveal how much of Florida’s political playbook will be rolled out at the federal level under Trump’s leadership, with critics and supporters alike bracing for the next phase of conservative governance.
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