Jerry Demings says Dems can win Florida Governor's race
Orange County Mayor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an exclusive, in-depth discussion on entering the Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis in 2026. Mayor Demings breaks down his reasons for entering the race, his plans to fight for local governments' rights after high tensions between Orange County and the Governor's Office over different local programs and immigration enforcement and the Democrats' path to victory in Florida in 2026. Jerry Demings faces off with former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket, and the winner of the Democratic Primary will likely face off with Trump-endorsed Congressman Byron Donalds, Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins or former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on the Republican side of the aisle.
Orange County Mayor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an exclusive, in-depth discussion on entering the Florida Governor's race to succeed Ron DeSantis in 2026. Mayor Demings breaks down his reasons for entering the race, his plans to fight for local governments' rights after high tensions between Orange County and the Governor's Office over different local programs and immigration enforcement and the Democrats' path to victory in Florida in 2026. Jerry Demings faces off with former Congressman David Jolly on the Democratic side of the ticket, and the winner of the Democratic Primary will likely face off with Trump-endorsed Congressman Byron Donalds, Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins or former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on the Republican side of the aisle.
Jay Collins on the 2026 Florida Governor's Race
Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth interview to discuss entering the Florida Governor's race, challenging President Donald Trump-endorsed candidate Congressman Byron Donalds, former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and former Florida Congressman David Jolly. Collins discusses succeeding Governor Ron DeSantis, his positions on cutting property taxes, plans for state education and charter schools, whether he expects to receive a DeSantis endorsement and work with the Florida Legislature if elected Governor.
Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer for an in-depth interview to discuss entering the Florida Governor's race, challenging President Donald Trump-endorsed candidate Congressman Byron Donalds, former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and former Florida Congressman David Jolly. Collins discusses succeeding Governor Ron DeSantis, his positions on cutting property taxes, plans for state education and charter schools, whether he expects to receive a DeSantis endorsement and work with the Florida Legislature if elected Governor.
Trump distances himself from 401(k) down payment plan for homebuyers
President Donald Trump says he's "not a huge fan" of a proposal that would allow prospective homebuyers to withdraw from their 401(k) retirement accounts for a down payment.
President Donald Trump says he's "not a huge fan" of a proposal that would allow prospective homebuyers to withdraw from their 401(k) retirement accounts for a down payment.
Jack Smith defends investigations into Trump during House Judiciary Committee hearing
Jack Smith faced questioning from lawmakers at a congressional hearing Thursday related to two criminal probes involving President Donald Trump.
Jack Smith faced questioning from lawmakers at a congressional hearing Thursday related to two criminal probes involving President Donald Trump.
Greenland latest: Trump says framework deal reached with NATO, cancels tariff threat
President Trump said Wednesday he'd come to terms with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on a “framework of a future deal" on Arctic security. Here's the latest in the president's push to control Greenland.
President Trump said Wednesday he'd come to terms with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on a “framework of a future deal" on Arctic security. Here's the latest in the president's push to control Greenland.
Air Force One returns to DC after 'minor electrical issue'
Air Force One was on its way to Switzerland with President Donald Trump aboard before it was forced to turn around after experiencing a "minor electrical issue."
Air Force One was on its way to Switzerland with President Donald Trump aboard before it was forced to turn around after experiencing a "minor electrical issue."
Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Gov. DeSantis announces 1st carbon ion-therapy program for cancer in U.S.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | On Jan. 15, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the first carbon-ion therapy program for cancer therapy in the U.S. at the clinic's new 228,000 square foot facility.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | On Jan. 15, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the first carbon-ion therapy program for cancer therapy in the U.S. at the clinic's new 228,000 square foot facility.
Florida becomes the first in the U.S. to offer carbon ion cancer therapy
Florida is the first state in the U.S. – and in the entire western hemisphere – to launch a carbon ion therapy program for cancer treatment.
Florida is the first state in the U.S. – and in the entire western hemisphere – to launch a carbon ion therapy program for cancer treatment.
Video appears to show Trump flipping off Ford worker who yelled at him in Dearborn plant
Trump in the video posted by TMZ, a factory worker appeared to launch into profanities at the president and although the audio is difficult to dissect, seems to call him a “pedophile protector."
Trump in the video posted by TMZ, a factory worker appeared to launch into profanities at the president and although the audio is difficult to dissect, seems to call him a “pedophile protector."
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Florida State of the State: Gov. DeSantis' full speech
Gov. Ron DeSantis delivered his final State of the State address in front of Florida lawmakers on Tuesday. He touted his accomplishments over his last two terms and set some of his goals for the next year: property tax relief and A.I. restrictions and regulation. Here is his full remarks.
Gov. Ron DeSantis delivered his final State of the State address in front of Florida lawmakers on Tuesday. He touted his accomplishments over his last two terms and set some of his goals for the next year: property tax relief and A.I. restrictions and regulation. Here is his full remarks.
Rep. Randy Fine introduces bill to make Greenland 51st state
A House Republican is pushing for Greenland to become the country's 51st state as President Donald Trump publicly pushes for the Danish territory to come under U.S. rule.
A House Republican is pushing for Greenland to become the country's 51st state as President Donald Trump publicly pushes for the Danish territory to come under U.S. rule.
Trump administration can't block child care, other program money for these 5 states, federal judge rules
The states argued the freeze on three grant programs lacked legal justification and caused immediate disruption, putting more than $10 billion in annual funding at risk.
The states argued the freeze on three grant programs lacked legal justification and caused immediate disruption, putting more than $10 billion in annual funding at risk.
How would Florida state charges against Maduro work?
Governor Ron DeSantis says Florida and Attorney General James Uthemeier are exploring filing state charges against Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in addition to his federal charges and trial in New York. Rory Safir, Founder of Safir Law joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to explain how state charges against Maduro would work and whether it's worth it to spend taxpayer dollars on an additional case against Maduro while he is in federal custody.
Governor Ron DeSantis says Florida and Attorney General James Uthemeier are exploring filing state charges against Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in addition to his federal charges and trial in New York. Rory Safir, Founder of Safir Law joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to explain how state charges against Maduro would work and whether it's worth it to spend taxpayer dollars on an additional case against Maduro while he is in federal custody.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks on 'informed consent' in child vaccine recommendations
Following the CDC recommended list of vaccines for children -- which decreased 17 to 10, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there should be "no coercion involved."
Following the CDC recommended list of vaccines for children -- which decreased 17 to 10, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there should be "no coercion involved."
Gov. DeSantis announces $167.5M in rural infrastructure funding, special session on redistricting
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to open ICE detention center in Florida's Panhandle
Florida is planning to build another immigration detention facility in the state's Panhandle, pending approval from the Department of Homeland Security.
Florida is planning to build another immigration detention facility in the state's Panhandle, pending approval from the Department of Homeland Security.
Trump: US strikes Venezuela, captures Nicolás Maduro, his wife
President Donald Trump announced Saturday morning that U.S. military forces conducted a covert military operation overnight in Venezuela, launching strikes on military targets and capturing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Both have been flown to New York to face charges, officials said. Trump released a photo of Maduro after his capture on his social media platforms.
President Donald Trump announced Saturday morning that U.S. military forces conducted a covert military operation overnight in Venezuela, launching strikes on military targets and capturing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Both have been flown to New York to face charges, officials said. Trump released a photo of Maduro after his capture on his social media platforms.
Epstein files released by Justice Department: What's in them
The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files.
The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files.