DeSantis Appoints New Judicial Nominators | Gainesville News

Governor DeSantis just reshuffled the judicial nomination commission for Florida’s First District, appointing four new members—including two UF alumni—to shape who becomes a judge in Tallahassee. Jeff Aaron, a top Orlando lawyer, and Jason Hillborn, a deputy state attorney general, join local attorneys Lazaro Fields and Benjamin Gibson. This commission vets candidates and recommends them to the governor, making these appointments pivotal for Florida’s judicial future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.wcjb.com/2026/09/15/governor-desantis-appoints-2-university-florida-grads-appeals-court-district-tallahassee/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1229326d91f50072 Report issues to [email protected].