Florida Senator Rick Scott reignited tensions with Governor Ron DeSantis by indirectly blaming him for the state's ongoing insurance crisis. In a recent statement reported by Florida Politics, Scott remarked that the next governor will have to fix the insurance problem caused over the past "six and a half years" — a clear reference to DeSantis' time in office, though he didn't mention him by name.
Peter Schorsch, publisher of Florida Politics, joined The Ryan Gorman Show to break down the simmering feud between the two prominent Florida Republicans. "Rick Scott is looking to pick a fight with Ron DeSantis," Schorsch noted, suggesting the former governor may be reasserting his influence as DeSantis' political power wanes.
Beyond the political intrigue, the insurance issue remains a pressing concern for Florida voters. "It's the top issue," said Gorman, referencing a recent University of North Florida poll. Despite state leaders touting progress by reducing enrollment in Citizens Property Insurance, Schorsch argued the problem persists. "We're still losing the war where people can't afford the house that they had," he said, emphasizing the disconnect between political messaging and everyday financial realities.
Looking ahead to 2026, Schorsch hinted that DeSantis may propose aggressive property tax reforms, but the damage to his legacy on insurance may already be done. "No matter what happens, he's not going to solve it in the next year and a half," Schorsch said.
For more on Florida's political shakeups and where Rick Scott might be headed next, listen to the full episode of The Ryan Gorman Show. You won't want to miss what Peter Schorsch had to say about Marco Rubio's presidential ambitions and the chaos Randy Fine is stirring up in Washington.