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NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — PoliticsAugust 12, 2026Hillsborough

Andrew Gillum arrested following alleged drug test violation and positive methamphetamine result

Former Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum was arrested after allegedly failing to appear for a court-ordered drug test and subsequently testing positive for methamphetamine. This marks his second arrest in less than six weeks.

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Why It Matters

The arrest of a former major party gubernatorial nominee involves ongoing legal proceedings that impact the public status and personal liberty of a prominent political figure.

Key Facts

  • Andrew Gillum was arrested for the second time in less than six weeks.
  • The arrest followed an alleged failure to appear for a court-ordered drug test.
  • Gillum reportedly tested positive for methamphetamine.

Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Florida Governor who defeated Gillum in 2018.”personJohn Oxford“Baldwin County Assistant District Attorney.”organizationDaphne Police“Law enforcement agency involved in the previous Alabama arrest.”organizationTMZ“Source of the report”locationBaldwin County“Jurisdiction where the legal proceedings are occurring.”personAndrew Gillum“Former Tallahassee mayor and 2018 Florida gubernatorial nominee.”