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Is Florida Just for Rich People Now?

May 27, 2026 · 20m 32s
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Florida, once an affordable haven , is rapidly transforming into a state for the wealthy. As a result, living costs are rising and population growth is slowing overall . WSJ’s Arian Campo-Flores reports on the affordability crisis and speaks with Republican Senator Rick Scott about what the state can do to create better-paying jobs and housing. Ryan Knutson hosts. Further Listening: - The Florida Cops Who Act as ICE Agents - California Billionaires Are Freaking Out Over a New Tax Proposal Sign up for WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices