In a plot twist absolutely no one had on their 2025 political bingo card, Florida’s leaders—yes, all of them, even the ones who can’t agree on lunch—have united to oppose a federal plan for offshore drilling about 100 miles off the state’s western coastline.
That’s right.
Bipartisan unity. In Florida.
Let that mystical, unicorn-like concept sink in. 🦄✨
The federal proposal would allow new oil exploration off the west coast, including near the Panhandle—a region that already feels targeted enough, thank you very much.
In response, state leaders from both sides of the aisle apparently woke up, checked the map, and remembered Florida is surrounded by water and dependent on tourism. Shocking, I know. 😱🌊
So naturally, they all released synchronized statements of deep concern™, hand-wringing™, and environmentally-focused moral awakenings™.
Oh NOW you care about the environment? Adorable. 🌱💚
Officials warn the plan could:
Harm marine life 🐢
Devastate Florida’s coastal economy 💸
Lead to oil washing up on beaches where tourists expect their only discomfort to be sand in unfortunate places 🏖️
Florida’s leaders are suddenly acting like they’re the Ocean’s personal legal team.
“Your honor, the sea objects.” ⚖️🌊
Let’s be honest: nothing motivates Florida politicians like the thought of citizens watching oily waves crash into the shoreline while screaming, “WE DIDN’T PAY $400 A NIGHT FOR THIS!”
Even the most hardened partisan can feel the terror in that.
So, congrats Florida—your leaders have bonded over the one thing that transcends every political divide: the sheer horror of messing with your beaches. 🌴😂
Will this rare moment of cooperation last?
Absolutely not. Don’t be ridiculous.
But for now, grab a mojito, raise your glass, and toast the magical moment when Florida’s politicians remembered they all live on the same slowly-sinking sandbar. 🍹🏝️🎉