Corruption Costing You: Hope Florida | U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor September 14, 2026

Corruption costs you, and accountability matters. I’m calling on the Office of the Inspector General to launch a formal investigation into the diversion of Medicaid settlement funds to political activities through the Hope Florida Foundation facade. I sent a letter demanding an investigation in May 2025. Now, a grand jury has confirmed that $8.5 million of taxpayer funds were illegally funneled into partisan politics. That’s not right—it’s time for accountability for a change. This month, I sent...

Castor Blasts DeSantis for Ripping Health Coverage from 43,000 FL Kids July 30, 2026

U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) is joined by a local mother and schoolteacher for a press conference highlighting how Gov. Ron DeSantis’ harmful, extreme policies have driven up costs, caused tens of thousands of Florida children to lose affordable health coverage, and prevented tens of thousands more from enrolling.

Rep. Castor: Protecting Consumers from Big Tech Data Centers' Electricity Rate Increases July 21, 2026

Rep. Castor speaks on her Ratepayer Protection Act, which was approved in the Energy & Commerce Committee on July 21, 2026. The bill heads to a vote on the House floor next.

Rep. Castor: Safeguarding American Innovation July 17, 2026

Rep. Castor: Fighting to Lower Energy Costs July 17, 2026

America250 Stories from Tampa: J.C. Newman Cigar Company July 3, 2026

As we approach America’s 250th birthday, I’m highlighting stories from right here in Tampa that represent what it means to be American. The J.C. Newman Cigar Company, an Ybor City landmark, is an official partner of America250. Their story represents the American story—one of hard work, innovation, and faith in the future. Drew Newman and Kara Guagliardo gave me a behind-the-scenes look at what’s made their company—and our country—so special past, present, and future.

America250 Stories from Tampa: Fred Hearns, Tampa Bay History Center July 2, 2026

As we approach America’s 250th birthday, I’m highlighting stories from right here in Tampa that represent what it means to be American. Fred Hearns is the Curator of Black History at the Tampa Bay History Center. He shared stories of the Black Americans that have paved the way for progress, and shown us what it means to stand up for equality.

America250 Stories from Tampa: Drew Garcia - American Bios July 1, 2026

As we approach America’s 250th birthday, I’m highlighting stories from right here in Tampa that represent what it means to be American. Drew Garcia leads the American Bios project that’s digging into the stories of the 732 veterans buried at the American Legion Cemetery on Kennedy. These veterans paint a picture of resilience, and they remind us that the American dream is worth fighting for.

Rep. Castor Introduces the Ratepayer Protection Act July 1, 2026

Rep. Kathy Castor Leads Efforts to Strengthen Energy Grid Security & Lower Electric Bills June 30, 2026

Rep. Castor Champions Bipartisan Legislation to Protect American Energy Infrastructure from Threats June 30, 2026

Rep. Kathy Castor Calls Out Betrayal of Americans' Privacy June 8, 2026

Republicans Block War Powers Resolution May 23, 2026

Rep. Castor Advocates for Early Breast Cancer Detection in Bipartisan EARLY Act May 22, 2026