Governor DeSantis, Other FL Political Figures Report Finances

Tallahassee, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- Governor Ron DeSantis’ net worth rose nearly 18% in 2024, reaching more than $2 million dollars. A financial-disclosure report shows the Governor earned $625,500 from HarperCollins in 2024, maintaining the same amount as in 2023. DeSantis’ only other income was $141,400 from his position as governor, and he reported no real estate holdings. Meanwhile, Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson also saw a significant increase in net worth, climbing to $19,775,803, largely due to new financial assets. Other statewide officials, including Ashley Moody and new District 1 Congressman Jimmy Patronis also reported their financial standings following recent changes in office. Moody reported a net worth of $4.4 million as of January 21st. Patronis reported a net worth of $9.25 million as of March 31std -- up over 8-million from the end of 2023.