Department of State press briefing: April 29, 2025
Spokesperson Tammy Bruce hosted a Department of State press briefing on Tuesday afternoon. In the briefing, Bruce discussed the commemoration of Donald Trump's first 100 days in office for his second term, U.S. diplomatic ties and foreign policy, immigration and boarder control, and more.
Republican leaders reflect on Trump's 100 days in office
Republican leaders in the United States House of Representatives held a news conference to mark 100 days of President Donald Trump in office. Trump’s 100th day in office is a traditional early milestone in which a president's progress is measured against campaign promises.
Trump White House press briefing: April 29, 2025
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a briefing with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday morning. Leavitt discussed topics including President Donald Trumps' first 100 days in office, immigration enforcement, the House passing the "Take it Down Act," and the latest economy and tariffs updates. Bessent answered questions and further elaborated on Trump's latest plans.
Trump signs executive order directing feds to list so-called sanctuary cities
The president signed executive actions on immigration on Monday as he approaches 100 days in office.
Eagles White House visit: Jalen Hurts, others will skip trip due to 'scheduling conflicts'
The Philadelphia Eagles will be without Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts when the team visits the White House to celebrate the championship on Monday.
Eagles White House visit: Super Bowl champs meet with President Trump
The Philadelphia Eagles visited President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday to celebrate their Super Bowl LIX victory.
Florida announces longest Gulf red snapper recreational season in state history
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the 2025 Gulf red snapper recreational fishing season will be the longest in the state’s history, spanning 126 days between summer and fall, during a news conference in Destin Monday.
U.S. Rep Maxwell Frost speaks out against Trump, Musk and DOGE
On Friday, U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost hosted a press conference on the mounting threats he believes Elon Musk’s DOGE and the Trump Administration pose to the 113,000 Central Floridians who count on Social Security benefits to survive. He said the threat comes at a time when the increasing cost of living continues to put at risk the livelihood of those on fixed incomes.
President Trump calls for Russia to stop strikes on Ukraine
On Thursday, Russia launched a deadly strike on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. The attack ended with 12 people dead, including two children, and injuring more than 70. In a social media post, President Donald Trump said he was "not happy with the Russian strikes on Kyiv." FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader joins FOX 35 to talk about the latest political headlines.
Florida House halts probe into DeSantis-linked foundation amid allegations of misused Medicaid funds
A Florida House panel has ended its probe into the Hope Florida Foundation after key figures declined to testify about $10 million in Medicaid funds tied to political donations.
President Trump meets with Norway Prime Minister
President Donald Trump is taking part in a bilateral meeting with Jonas Store, the prime minister of Norway. The leaders will meet on Thursday afternoon in the Oval Office.
FULL: Ron and Casey DeSantis highlight Hope Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a news conference to highlight Hope Florida on Thursday morning in St. Augustine at the Anchor Faith Church. Others positively impacted by Hope Florida also shared their experiences at the event. The nonprofit organization has been under intense scrutiny following questions from lawmakers over the handling of a $10 million settlement. The allegations center on whether the funds were appropriately funneled into Hope Florida’s nonprofit arm instead of the state’s coffers.
Casey DeSantis advocates for Hope Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a news conference on Thursday morning in St. Augustine at the Anchor Faith Church. At the event, Casey DeSantis advocated for the program she spearheads: Hope Florida. The nonprofit organization "empowers individuals to embrace their full God-given potential." Recently, the program has faced some backlash. The controversy concerns a $10 million payment to the Hope Florida Foundation, which is tied to the welfare assistance program and has led to criticism from some state House Republicans. Critics say the money was inappropriately used to help campaign against a ballot measure that would have legalized recreational marijuana in the state last November. Both Ron and Casey DeSantis have dismissed the accusations, saying they are wildly untrue.
Gov. Ron DeSantis highlights Hope Florida benefits
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a news conference to highlight the benefits of Hope Florida on Thursday morning in St. Augustine at the Anchor Faith Church. There has been a multitude of ongoing controversy surrounding Hope Florida, which is a nonprofit organization spearheaded by Casey DeSantis that "empowers individuals to embrace their full God-given potential." The controversy concerns a $10 million payment to the Hope Florida Foundation, which is tied to the welfare assistance program and has led to criticism from some state House Republicans. Critics say the money was inappropriately used to help campaign against a ballot measure that would have legalized recreational marijuana in the state last November.
Gov. DeSantis address Hope Florida controversy
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a news conference Wednesday morning in Fort Pierce at Indian River College. During the event, DeSantis brought up the ongoing controversy surrounding Hope Florida, a nonprofit organization spearheaded by First Lady Casey DeSantis that "empowers individuals to embrace their full God-given potential." The controversy concerns a $10 million payment to the Hope Florida Foundation, which is tied to the welfare assistance program and has led to criticism from some state House Republicans. Critics say the money was inappropriately used to help campaign against a ballot measure that would have legalized recreational marijuana in the state last November. However, at the presser, DeSantis said the allegations are not true and are "a political attack against the success of the program and the First Lady."
Gov. DeSantis announces infrastructure, workforce investments
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a news conference Wednesday morning in Fort Pierce at Indian River College. At the event, DeSantis announced infrastructure and workforce development investments funded through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund. The awards include $4 million to Indian River State College to support the development of the institute for industrial manufacturing and production training and $4.9 million to Miami-Dade College to launch new aircraft mechanic training programs. In addition, to the workforce development grants, DeSantis announced two targeted infrastructure grants, including $2.1 million to the Sebring Airport Authority.
Trump White House press briefing April 22, 2025
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22. Leavitt gave updates on the latest happenings inside The White House, including the death of Pope Francis, upcoming travel plans for President Donald Trump, trade, immigration, economy, student loans and more.
Rep. Frost speaks out against Trump's immigration efforts
U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost hosted a virtual press call to share key takeaways from his recent trip to El Salvador. During the call, Frost discussed ongoing efforts to facilitate the return of Kilmbar Abrego Garcia to the United States, as well as to ensure he receives due process. Garcia, a 29-year-old from El Salvador who was deported from the U.S. in March, has prompted a legal showdown over the administration's immigration policy. Judges have ruled Garcia was deported in error and the U.S. government should help "facilitate" his return. However, the White House has accused Garcia of being a member of the transnational Salvadorian gang MS-13, a designated foreign terrorist organization, saying that he "will never live" in the U.S. again.
Anti-Trump rallies break out across the U.S., including in Central Florida
Protests, rallies and demonstrations against the Trump administration are taking place in cities across the country this weekend, including in Central Florida.
Anti-Trump protests break out across the U.S.
More than 700 events are scheduled around the U.S. Saturday to protest the Trump administration’s agenda. This round of events, organized under the 50501 movement, will focus on community action in the wake of President Trump’s policies on immigration, transgender rights and other marginalized people in America. Many of the events will be protests, but others will be community-focused food and clothing drives, picnics and other "social support" activities, organizers said on Substack. FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte heads over to Cocoa Beach to talk to people at the protests.