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.
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.
U.S. may walk away from Ukraine ceasefire, new Trump trade deals
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States is prepared to move on from peace negotiations if Ukraine and Russia cannot agree on a deal soon. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is predicting that new trade deals with Europe could come within the next month.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States is prepared to move on from peace negotiations if Ukraine and Russia cannot agree on a deal soon. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is predicting that new trade deals with Europe could come within the next month.
Hope Florida hosts hearings on funding
Hope Florida hosted its first board meeting since a scandal erupted surrounding the program. State lawmakers are holding hearings into how money from a state Medicaid settlement was funneled through the foundation into a political action committee controlled by the governor's top ally. FOX 35's Evan Axelbank reports some state lawmakers say it's possible laws were broken.
Hope Florida hosted its first board meeting since a scandal erupted surrounding the program. State lawmakers are holding hearings into how money from a state Medicaid settlement was funneled through the foundation into a political action committee controlled by the governor's top ally. FOX 35's Evan Axelbank reports some state lawmakers say it's possible laws were broken.
Florida one step closer to banning fluoride in water
Florida is one step closer to banning fluoride in its water. The state senate passed a bill last night to prevent local cities and counties from using the additive. However, it's not a done deal yet, because the bill still has to pass the house. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay explains why some lawmakers are calling the bill "a joke."
Florida is one step closer to banning fluoride in its water. The state senate passed a bill last night to prevent local cities and counties from using the additive. However, it's not a done deal yet, because the bill still has to pass the house. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay explains why some lawmakers are calling the bill "a joke."
Activist, former athlete Riley Gaines speaks out against Maine's transgender policies
Attorney General Pamela Bondi hosted a press conference Wednesday morning at the United States Department of Justice to announce a civil lawsuit against Maine in an effort to challenge the state's policy regarding transgender athletes competing in girls' and women's sports. This comes after Maine said it would not comply with the federal government's demands to ban transgender athletes from girls? sports, a move that would violate state law. At the event, Bondi was joined by several key speakers, including former athlete and anti-trans activist Riley Gaines.
Attorney General Pamela Bondi hosted a press conference Wednesday morning at the United States Department of Justice to announce a civil lawsuit against Maine in an effort to challenge the state's policy regarding transgender athletes competing in girls' and women's sports. This comes after Maine said it would not comply with the federal government's demands to ban transgender athletes from girls? sports, a move that would violate state law. At the event, Bondi was joined by several key speakers, including former athlete and anti-trans activist Riley Gaines.
FULL: DOJ files lawsuit against Maine over transgender policies
Attorney General Pamela Bondi hosted a press conference Wednesday morning at the United States Department of Justice to announce enforcement actions against the state of Maine for violating Title IX. Bondi says a civil lawsuit will be filed against Maine over its transgender policies. This comes after Maine said it would not comply with the federal government's demands to ban transgender athletes from girls? sports, a move that would violate state law. Supporters of President Donald Trump?s executive order argue it protects the integrity of women?s sports under Title IX, which a federal law prohibiting sex-based discrimination.
Attorney General Pamela Bondi hosted a press conference Wednesday morning at the United States Department of Justice to announce enforcement actions against the state of Maine for violating Title IX. Bondi says a civil lawsuit will be filed against Maine over its transgender policies. This comes after Maine said it would not comply with the federal government's demands to ban transgender athletes from girls? sports, a move that would violate state law. Supporters of President Donald Trump?s executive order argue it protects the integrity of women?s sports under Title IX, which a federal law prohibiting sex-based discrimination.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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."
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.