Andrew Warren, who was ousted as Hillsborough State Attorney by Governor Ron DeSantis, has announced his candidacy to reclaim his position in the upcoming election. The question of whether DeSantis would suspend him again if he wins looms large, with opinions among political analysts varying widely on the likelihood of such an event. Some believe it is a certainty, while others argue that Warren would need to engage in misconduct for DeSantis to justify another suspension. Warren himself has expressed uncertainty about the governor's future actions but remains focused on his campaign message of protecting safety and democracy. DeSantis previously suspended Warren in August 2022, accusing him of incompetence and neglect of duty due to Warren's policies regarding nonviolent crimes and his refusal to prosecute certain cases.

A federal court ruling favored Warren, stating that DeSantis had violated the Florida Constitution and the First Amendment. As the election draws nearer, the potential for political maneuvering adds complexity to Warren's campaign against his Republican opponent, Suzy Lopez. The outcome of this election could significantly influence the political landscape in Hillsborough County.