TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Blaise Ingoglia, a now-former state senator, was formally sworn in Monday as Florida’s new chief monetary officer, vowing to be a fierce advocate for taxpayers and to take care of the state’s financial success.
Ingoglia’s swearing-in follows his appointment by Gov. Ron DeSantis Wednesday, filling the rest of former CFO Jimmy Patronis’ time period. Patronis resigned to serve in Congress for the first Congressional District.
“At this time, I’m honored to have been sworn in because the CFO of the good State of Florida,” Ingoglia mentioned. “[DeSantis] mentioned it greatest: buckle up as a result of there’s a brand new sheriff on the town. The individuals of Florida deserve a frontrunner who will fulfill each promise they make. There isn’t any one that’s going to battle more durable for the taxpayers of Florida.”
“My #1 aim: to maintain Florida one of the best state within the nation to dwell, work and play,” he mentioned. “We’ve turn into the shining gentle for each different state. When Florida does one thing, different states hear. Florida is main, and I sit up for persevering with that success.”
Ingoglia’s appointment comes regardless of an earlier announcement by Sen. Joe Gruters in November 2024, of his intent to run for Chief Monetary Officer, an ambition that garnered an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
Gruters additionally has the backing of U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, and Patronis. Ingoglia is predicted to run for a full time period in 2026.
Ingoglia’s departure from the Florida Senate has created a emptiness in District 11, which spans Citrus, Hernando, and Sumter counties, together with a part of Pasco County.
Republican Dr. Ralph Massullo has already introduced his candidacy for that seat, securing an endorsement from DeSantis. A particular election date for Senate District 11 has not but been set.
