Democratic senator going to El Salvador to visit deported man
Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen said said he’ll go to El Salvador "to show solidarity" if President Donald Trump doesn’t secure the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia — a Salvadoran national living in Maryland, who was deported in what Trump officials have acknowledged was an "administrative error." FOX News Correspondent Griff Jenkins joins FOX 35 Orlando to talk this and other political headlines.
Bill aims to crack down on puppy mills
A bill targeting dog breeding, mainly stopping puppy mills, is making its way through Tallahassee. However, it's getting pushback from the American Kennel Club. FOX 35's Evyn Moon looked into the proposed rules for dog owners.
Push to eliminate daylight saving time continues
It's a debate in Washington that comes up every year and never seems to go away. Senators are once again debating if we should end daylight saving time. FOX News Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram walks us through the latest efforts from Washington.
Hurricane preparedness, response bill headed to Florida house
A bill is now headed to the Florida house that's meant to help local governments prepare for better hurricane response. The bill passed the senate this week, but it still needs to be fine-tuned with the house's version before it can go to a committee or floor vote.
Casey DeSantis' assistance program under scrutiny
A Florida welfare assistance program led by First Lady Casey DeSantis is facing new scrutiny from lawmakers who want an accounting of where they money is and who's helping. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says House Republican leaders are using this as an excuse to batter him and his wife politically and she considers a run for governor.
Former VP Kamala Harris could make political comeback
The latest buzz in the political world comes from reports of former Vice President Kamala Harris possibly plotting a comeback. FOX 35's Madeline Rivera brings us the latest updates from Washington, D.C.
Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks at LA rally
Sen. Bernie Sanders spoke at a rally on Saturday in Los Angeles, California. The rally is part of the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez are visiting cities across the United States to discuss how to "take on the Oligarchs and corporate interests who have so much power and influence in this country."
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks at LA rally
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spoke at a rally on Saturday in Los Angeles, California. The rally is part of the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour with Sen. Bernie Sanders. Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez are visiting cities across the United States to discuss how to "take on the Oligarchs and corporate interests who have so much power and influence in this country."
FULL: Bernie Sanders 'Fighting Oligarchy' rally in LA
Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spoke at a rally on Saturday in Los Angeles, California. The rally is part of the pair's "Fighting Oligarchy" tour. Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez are visiting cities across the United States to discuss how to "take on the Oligarchs and corporate interests who have so much power and influence in this country."
Trulieve pumps $19.6M into renewed recreational marijuana push in Florida
Trulieve contributed $19.6 million in early 2025 to support a renewed push for legal recreational marijuana in Florida.
Florida teacher’s dismissal over use of student’s preferred name, sparks protests
A Brevard County teacher's contract wasn’t renewed after using a student’s preferred name without parental consent, citing state law.
U.S. Treasury: DOGE doesn't deny deficit
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) says it has now saved taxpayers more than $150 billion so far, but new date shows that DOGE hasn't made a dent in the deficit because of increased spending. The treasury department reports that spending is up more than $139 billion in the first three months of this yea. The federal government has borrowed $41 million more during that period than last year. Democrats are now questioning where DOGE is adding to the deficit by making cuts that later end up being overturned by the courts.
President Trump's immigration crackdown being tested in courts
President Donald J. Trump's immigration crackdown is being tested in the courts. Judges handed down several rulings on various cases. FOX 35's Caroline Shively has the details from Washington, D.C.
Bill to cut college-readiness program funding advances
School districts across Florida could lose millions of dollars in funding for acceleration programs, and these cuts could have a big impact on families as their students prepare for college. The bill in the house would cut funding by 50% for programs such as advanced placement, international baccalaureate, career-technical courses and dual enrollment. The measure, along with another bill in the senate, would change how schools calculate enrollment and funding.
Tariff battle continues between U.S. and China
The tariff battle is continuing between the United States and China, but the ongoing fight between the two countries is starting to have an impact on how Americans feel about the economy. Despite the fears, the White House says dozens of countries are coming to the table.
How to weather a financial storm in the U.S.
Despite the ongoing trade war battle between the U.S. and China, some economists on Wall Street are now downgrading their predictions for a recession this year. But, as we know, it's still a tough time for any Americans given their rising cost of living. FOX 35's Heather Sullivan is asking the experts how to weather a financial storm.
Karoline Leavitt White House press briefing
U.S. President Donald J. Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing at 1 p.m. Friday at the White House. Leavitt discussed several updates from Trump, including immigration, tariffs, economy, inflation and the release of detained Americans abroad.
President Trump speaks after tariff changes, meets with cabinet
President Donald Trump met with the members of his Cabinet on Wednesday afternoon. The meeting comes a day after Trump put a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs on more than 75 countries but maintained a 10% tariff on nearly all global imports. However, he raised tariffs on China to 125%. Trump said his administration is working with a lot of different countries, saying they’re “trying to get the world to treat us fairly.”
AG charges Ryan Routh for attempted assassination of Trump
On Thursday, Attorney General James Uthmeier announced on social media that his office is officially charging Ryan Routh for attempting to assassinate then-presidential candidate Donald J. Trump. Uthmeier thanked Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel for their help with the matter, saying "we now have a federal government willing to work with the states to pursue justice."
Markets rebound after Trump's reversal on tariffs
United States stocks skyrocketed higher after President Donald Trump announced the authorization of a 90-day pause on the “reciprocal” tariffs that had gone into effect Wednesday, with the exception of China. Although Wall Street breathed a sigh of relief as the markets rallied, investors said they are not necessarily in the clear.