Florida’s Utility Rate Hike Exposes Regulatory Failures and Threatens American Families

Florida, President Trump’s adopted home state, finds itself at a crossroads. The recent decision by the Florida Public Service Commission to approve one of the largest utility rate increases in state history is more than just a number on a bill — it is a stark reminder of how regulatory capture and political expediency threaten the economic security of millions of hardworking Americans. Who Really Benefits from Florida’s Electricity Price Hike? The approved increase will affect about 12 million Floridians — nearly half the state’s population — raising monthly bills for typical residential customers by $2.50 starting January 2025 and...