U.S. officials speaks on impact of tariffs on working families
The Trump administration's introduction of new tariffs will impact American families and parents, increasing the cost of many household goods, experts say. Economists and researchers say the cost to Americans will be significant, with estimates ranging from nearly $4,000 to almost $8,000 per household.Several officials spoke Tuesday morning on the impact of tariffs on working families. Those speaking included the Congressional Dads Caucus, Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Rep. Brad Schneider, Rep. Derek Tran, Rep. Steven Horsford and Rep. Suhas Subramanyan.
The Trump administration's introduction of new tariffs will impact American families and parents, increasing the cost of many household goods, experts say. Economists and researchers say the cost to Americans will be significant, with estimates ranging from nearly $4,000 to almost $8,000 per household.Several officials spoke Tuesday morning on the impact of tariffs on working families. Those speaking included the Congressional Dads Caucus, Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Rep. Brad Schneider, Rep. Derek Tran, Rep. Steven Horsford and Rep. Suhas Subramanyan.
President Trump stands by tariffs plan
President Donald J. Trump is standing by his new tariffs plan, saying it's a short-term pain for a longer-term gain. Last week, Trump declared foreign trade and economic practices have created a national emergency, and his new order imposes responsive tariffs to strengthen the international economic position of the United States and protect American workers. Trump said he refuses to let the U.S. be taken advantage of and believes that tariffs are necessary to ensure fair trade, protect American workers and reduce the trade deficit. University of South Florida Professor Emerita (Political Science) and Political Analyst Dr. Susan MacManus weigh in on the tariffs, as well as the other latest political headlines.
President Donald J. Trump is standing by his new tariffs plan, saying it's a short-term pain for a longer-term gain. Last week, Trump declared foreign trade and economic practices have created a national emergency, and his new order imposes responsive tariffs to strengthen the international economic position of the United States and protect American workers. Trump said he refuses to let the U.S. be taken advantage of and believes that tariffs are necessary to ensure fair trade, protect American workers and reduce the trade deficit. University of South Florida Professor Emerita (Political Science) and Political Analyst Dr. Susan MacManus weigh in on the tariffs, as well as the other latest political headlines.
Nationwide 'Hands Off' protests underway
Nationwide "Hands Off" protests are taking place as people rally against the Trump administration this weekend. The movement calls on lawmakers to protect basic rights and social services. Their message is "enough is enough."
Nationwide "Hands Off" protests are taking place as people rally against the Trump administration this weekend. The movement calls on lawmakers to protect basic rights and social services. Their message is "enough is enough."
Canada retaliates against Trump's tariffs
Canada is responding to tariffs imposed by the United States. They will now put a 25% tariff on vehicles imported from the U.S. FOX 35's Caroline Elliott is in Ottawa, Canada, where she says that some automakers are even temporarily shutting down.
Canada is responding to tariffs imposed by the United States. They will now put a 25% tariff on vehicles imported from the U.S. FOX 35's Caroline Elliott is in Ottawa, Canada, where she says that some automakers are even temporarily shutting down.
Trump tariffs trigger steepest drop for U.S. stocks
The worries on Wall Street are continuing, as market futures are down big again this morning after stocks took a tumble yesterday. Economists say this was the worst day for the markets since 2020. The sharp decline happened yesterday after President Donald Trump officially slapped sweeping tariffs on foreign imports.
The worries on Wall Street are continuing, as market futures are down big again this morning after stocks took a tumble yesterday. Economists say this was the worst day for the markets since 2020. The sharp decline happened yesterday after President Donald Trump officially slapped sweeping tariffs on foreign imports.
Car shoppers rush to buy before May tariffs deadline on imported auto parts
A car dealership in DeLand is reporting a spike in people car shopping, as they look to purchase before any tariff-induced price hikes. This comes as the value of pre-owned vehicles is also spiking.
A car dealership in DeLand is reporting a spike in people car shopping, as they look to purchase before any tariff-induced price hikes. This comes as the value of pre-owned vehicles is also spiking.
Florida House backs 'Gulf of America' name change in schools
The Florida House passed bills renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, following a Trump directive.
The Florida House passed bills renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, following a Trump directive.
Florida House cracks down on ballot initiatives
Building on a years-long effort to make it harder to change the state Constitution, the Florida House on Thursday approved a controversial measure that would impose new requirements on the ballot-initiative process and increase penalties for wrongdoing.
Building on a years-long effort to make it harder to change the state Constitution, the Florida House on Thursday approved a controversial measure that would impose new requirements on the ballot-initiative process and increase penalties for wrongdoing.
Trump's 25% tariffs on imported vehicles to impact car buyers
President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on imported vehicles went into effect today. Now, all eyes are on carmakers to see their next moves. FOX 35's Chelsea Torres walks us through what things look like for current car buyers as she heads over to the nation's busiest port for cars in Brunswick, Georgia.
President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on imported vehicles went into effect today. Now, all eyes are on carmakers to see their next moves. FOX 35's Chelsea Torres walks us through what things look like for current car buyers as she heads over to the nation's busiest port for cars in Brunswick, Georgia.
Florida's DOGE being requested in Cocoa Beach
Florida DOGE is being requested in Cocoa Beach. The city is holding a meeting tonight to discuss how tourism tax dollars are being spent. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to local commissioners, who say they're not getting enough money, and they bring in the most tourists.
Florida DOGE is being requested in Cocoa Beach. The city is holding a meeting tonight to discuss how tourism tax dollars are being spent. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to local commissioners, who say they're not getting enough money, and they bring in the most tourists.
Florida officials weigh first bear hunt in a decade amid controversy
Florida officials are considering a bear hunt in December to manage the growing black bear population.
Florida officials are considering a bear hunt in December to manage the growing black bear population.
Trump announces sweeping new tariffs
President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced far-reaching new tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners - a 34% tax on imports from China and 20% on the European Union, among others - that threaten to dismantle much of the architecture of the global economy and trigger broader trade wars.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced far-reaching new tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners - a 34% tax on imports from China and 20% on the European Union, among others - that threaten to dismantle much of the architecture of the global economy and trigger broader trade wars.
Florida Democrats view special congressional election results as encouraging, despite loss
Randy Fine is ending his time as a state lawmaker and headed for the big leagues in the United States Congress. However, his margin of victory was lower than when Mike Waltz won the seat in November.
Randy Fine is ending his time as a state lawmaker and headed for the big leagues in the United States Congress. However, his margin of victory was lower than when Mike Waltz won the seat in November.
Randy Fine's first speech as a member of Congress
Florida Congressman Randy Fine (District 6) delivered his first speech on the floor of the U.S. House, moments after being officially worn-in as a member of Congress. Randy Fine defeated Josh Weil to fill the seat vacated by former Rep. Michael Waltz, who joined Trump's Administration as a national security adviser.
Florida Congressman Randy Fine (District 6) delivered his first speech on the floor of the U.S. House, moments after being officially worn-in as a member of Congress. Randy Fine defeated Josh Weil to fill the seat vacated by former Rep. Michael Waltz, who joined Trump's Administration as a national security adviser.
Randy Fine, Jimmy Patronis become members of Congress | Full
Randy Fine and Jimmy Patronis are the newest members of Congress, representing Florida's Sixth and First Congressional Districts, respectively. Both won their elections on Tuesday and were officially sworn-in on Wednesday night.
Randy Fine and Jimmy Patronis are the newest members of Congress, representing Florida's Sixth and First Congressional Districts, respectively. Both won their elections on Tuesday and were officially sworn-in on Wednesday night.
Randy Fine, Jimmy Patronis sworn-in to Congress
Florida's newest Congressmen -- Randy Fine and Jimmy Patronis -- were sworn-in to Congress on Wednesday evening. Both won their elections on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Fine will represent Florida's 6th Congressional District and Patronis will represent Florida's 1st Congressioanl District.
Florida's newest Congressmen -- Randy Fine and Jimmy Patronis -- were sworn-in to Congress on Wednesday evening. Both won their elections on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Fine will represent Florida's 6th Congressional District and Patronis will represent Florida's 1st Congressioanl District.
Donald Trump press conference on tariffs | Full speech
President Donald Trump dubbed April 2, 2025, as "Liberation Day." The president also announced worldwide reciprocal tariffs against countries around the world. He delivered a nearly hour-long speech from the Rose Garden. The tariffs will be placed on items including oil and gas, cars, Chinese goods, and European imports.
President Donald Trump dubbed April 2, 2025, as "Liberation Day." The president also announced worldwide reciprocal tariffs against countries around the world. He delivered a nearly hour-long speech from the Rose Garden. The tariffs will be placed on items including oil and gas, cars, Chinese goods, and European imports.
Trump: Reciprocal tariffs on foreign countries
At President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" announcement on Wednesday, he showed off a large chart featuring reciprocal tariffs from foreign countries, saying global trade has "looted, pillaged, raped, plundered" U.S. economy.
At President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" announcement on Wednesday, he showed off a large chart featuring reciprocal tariffs from foreign countries, saying global trade has "looted, pillaged, raped, plundered" U.S. economy.
President Trump: 25% tariff on all foreign-made automobiles
At President Trump's "Liberation Day" announcement on Wednesday afternoon, he said beginning at midnight there will be a 25% tariff on all foreign-made automobiles.
At President Trump's "Liberation Day" announcement on Wednesday afternoon, he said beginning at midnight there will be a 25% tariff on all foreign-made automobiles.
Trump tariffs announcement: President arrives at Rose Garden
President Donald Trump is making his "Liberation Day" announcement focused on tariffs on Wednesday afternoon from the Rose Garden. Trump says today will be a "declaration of economic independence" and the "golden age of America's coming back."
President Donald Trump is making his "Liberation Day" announcement focused on tariffs on Wednesday afternoon from the Rose Garden. Trump says today will be a "declaration of economic independence" and the "golden age of America's coming back."