Rep. Charlie Crist announces run for Florida governor

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — U.S. Congressman Charlie Crist confirmed Tuesday what had been in the political rumor mill for a while—he is running for governor in 2022.

In a tweet Tuesday morning, Crist, a former governor of Florida, stated, "Florida should be a place where hard work is rewarded, justice is equal, and opportunity is right in front of you. That's a Florida for all — and that's why I'm running for Governor."


Crist spoke later to supporters at an event in St. Petersburg. He talked about his upbringing and his family before discussing the economy and current Gov. Ron DeSantis.