Florida pushes to remove vaccine mandates
Florida is aiming to become the first state to cancel all of its vaccine mandates, many of which require children to get jabs against diseases like polio in order to attend public schools. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo made the announcement at a press conference on Wednesday. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares the Florida leaders' plans.
Trump's Florida assassination attempt suspect Ryan Routh challenges president to round of golf
Ryan Routh, the accused would-be assassin of President Donald Trump, challenged the president to a round of golf with deadly consequences in a bizarre court filing on Tuesday.
Trump meets with the President of the Republic of Poland
President Donald Trump participated in a bilateral meeting with Karol Nawrocki, the president of the Republic of Poland, on Wednesday morning. A main focus of the meeting was security, particularly the war in Ukraine and NATO's future. Trump assured Nawrocki that the U.S. would "help Poland protect itself."
FULL | Gov. DeSantis vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level. The governor’s announcement came at a news conference in Valrico on Wednesday morning. The initiative mirrors that of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at the federal level.
Trump considers sending National Guard to Chicago
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he plans to deploy the National Guard to Chicago in an effort to curb violent crime, though he did not provide a timeline. Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the move, warning of armed federal agents and vowing legal challenges.
Playbook Tuesday: DeSantis' CFO plans to run it back
On this Playbook Tuesday with POLITICO Florida, Florida Playbook author Kimberly Leonard joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down Blaise Ingoglia officially launching his campaign for Florida CFO and today's Special Elections for two seats in the State Legislature representing parts of Orange County, as well as the latest on lawsuits against Alligator Alcatraz.
President Trump wants to change U.S. voting policy
President Donald Trump has said he will issue an executive order to mandate identification for all United States elections, a move likely to be challenged in court as unconstitutional. Trump also claimed he wants to ban all voting by mail except for those who are very ill or in military service.
DeSantis says 'Alligator Alcatraz' is open and operational
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis answered questions from reporters on Tuesday in Orlando. DeSantis touched on Florida's immigration detention facility named "Alligator Alcatraz," saying the center is running, and deportations are continuing. A federal court hearing concerning the legal rights of detainees at the immigration facility is set for Thursday.
Gov. DeSantis on crosswalk: 'Where is the Pulse memorial?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis answered questions from reporters on Tuesday morning in Orlando. DeSantis spoke out against the people who have been repainting the rainbow crosswalk near the Pulse site, saying "you do not have a right to take someone else's property for your messaging purposes." DeSantis also said he's approved funding for the Pulse Memorial and questions where it's gone and why something hasn't been done.
DeSantis highlights results of SAFE program in Orlando
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on Tuesday morning in Orlando. During the event, the pair highlight the State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (SAFE) program to fight fentanyl. According to state officials, the SAFE program's funding has enabled law enforcement to seize hundreds of pounds of fentanyl and has contributed to a notable decrease in opioid-related deaths in Florida.
President Trump to make an announcement on Tuesday
President Donald Trump is expected to make an announcement on Tuesday from the Oval Office. The president's public schedule has been very light in recent days. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader gives us an idea of what to expect, as well as the other latest political headlines.
Gov. Newsom launches CHP crime suppression teams
In partnership with city officials and local law enforcement, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Thursday that he is expanding the deployment of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) in major cities amid positive efforts that have reduced crime in the state. This comes after President Donald Trump has heightened the pressure on Democratic cities to crack down on crime.
Florida CFO issues investigative subpoenas against Orange County government, employees over DEI grants
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia alleged on Wednesday that some Orange County leaders and employees have not been fully cooperative with Florida's DOGE audit team, specifically surrounding grants and programs dealing with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
U.S. imposes 50% tariff on India over Russian oil
On Wednesday, the United States imposed tariffs of up to 50% on imports of goods from India. The additional 25% tariff comes on top of an existing 25% levy on Indian goods imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump said the tariffs are because India keeps buying Russian crude oil.
SpaceX successfully launches 10th Starship test with first test payload deployment
SpaceX successfully launched the 10th test flight of its Starship rocket on Tuesday night from Starbase in South Texas.
Trump orders removal of Federal Reserve governor
President Donald Trump has said he will immediately remove Federal Reserve official Lisa Cook from her position, in a major escalation in his battle against the United States central bank. He said there was "sufficient reason" to believe Cook had made false statements on mortgage agreements, and cited constitutional powers which he said allowed him to remove her.
VIDEO: Army veteran detained outside White House after burning American flag
A U.S. Army veteran was taken into custody in front of the White House on Monday after burning a flag in protest of one of President Donald Trump's latest executive order.
FULL | President Trump meets with president of South Korea
President Donald Trump hosted South Korean President Lee Jae-myung for a bilateral meeting on Monday afternoon at the White House. Trump says the United States has more than 40,000 troops in South Korea. He says the countries have a very good military relationship. Now, Trump is talking about the trade deal with South Korea, saying that the two countries "need each other."
Trump expands targets for possible military deployment
President Donald Trump on Sunday threatened to expand his military deployments to more Democratic-led cities. Last week, Trump said he was considering Chicago and New York for troop deployments similar to what he has unleashed on the nation’s capital, where thousands of National Guard and federal law enforcement officers are patrolling the streets. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader explains what's happening.
DeSantis awards grant money to small Florida communities
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced more than $38 million in awards to 19 small and rural communities in the Sunshine State through the Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Since 2019, Florida has awarded more than $138 million to over 120 communities through this program.