Musk talks DOGE, election day coverage and more
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Today, voters head to the polls in two states for three races that Democrats see as a collective referendum on President Donald Trump. Doug Lazader, FOX News correspondent, joins FOX 35 Orlando to talk about today's political headlines.

Republicans look to maintain majority in Congress
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In the aftermath of the surprise withdraw of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's nomination as U.S. Ambassador, Congressional Republicans now turn their focus to upcoming special elections right here in Florida to keep their majority.

Trump tariff protests in Florida: Canada places billboards across Sunshine State, among others

New billboards across Central Florida showcase warnings about how tariffs could impact Americans — paid for by Canada. The billboards are part of a new campaign launched by Canadian government officials, which aims to target 12 states in the United States, including Florida.

Byron Donalds kicks off campaign for Florida governor
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Today, Florida Congressman Byron Donalds kicked off his campaign for governor. Donalds, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, is the first major Republican to enter the race to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis, whose term is up next year.

Tight race in Florida's District 6 special election
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A Florida Congressional special election race between Republican Randy fine and Democrat Josh Weil is looking to be tight, according to the latest poll numbers, and it is suddenly one of the most important elections in the country.

Canada places billboards in Florida, other states
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Canada officials say they want Americans to understand how a trade war could impact our pockets. Canada is hitting back against tariffs on our own home turf, with billboards being places in Florida and other states. A billboard in Longwood reads "tariffs are a tax on hardworking Americans," and it's not the only one in the area.

President announces 25% tariffs on car imports to U.S.
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President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced new tariffs on auto imports during a press conference at the White House. The president said he will impose a 25% tariff on all imported autos, up from 2.5% previously. He indicated the auto tariffs will take effect on April 2, when his reciprocal tariff plans are also expected to be announced. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader joins FOX 35 to talk about the tariffs, as well as other political headlines.

Florida House committee approves bill tightening rules for ballot initiatives

A Florida House committee on Wednesday approved a controversial ballot-initiative measure that would impose new requirements on gathering, submitting and validating petition signatures and increase penalties for wrongdoing.

Florida House Speaker proposes sales tax cut, sparking budget debate

Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez said Wednesday he wants to lower the state’s sales-tax rate, trimming revenue by almost $5 billion a year.

'The Atlantic' publishes Signal group chat that shared attack plans

The Atlantic has released excerpts of the Signal group chat that top U.S. security officials used to discuss plans for the military to attack the Houthis in Yemen. A journalist was included in the chat.

Mike Waltz will not be fired after leaking secret war plans
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President Donald Trump is not planning to fire national security advisor Mike Waltz in the wake of The Atlantic's reporting of an apparent national security breach. The president described Waltz as a "good guy" and added that the "attack was a success," referring to the U.S. operation against the Houthis in Yemen that was discussed on the text chain between senior Cabinet officials.

Sibling showdown for state senate seat in Orange County
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State Rep. Lavon Bracy Davis has announced her plans to run to replace Sen. Geraldine Thompson, who dies last month after complications from surgery. One other person has announced plans to run for the seat ? Davis' brother Randolph Bracy.

President Trump to eliminate Department of Education
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Connie Albers ? award-winning author, podcaster and speaker, as well as parenting, education and family expert ? joins FOX 35 to discuss how President Donald Trump's executive order to dismantle the Department of Education could impact schools locally.

Political headlines with Doug Luzader: March 21, 2025
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Doug Luzader, FOX News D.C. correspondent, joins FOX 35 to talk about the latest political headlines, including illegal immigration and deportation, President Donald Trump recently signing an executive order to eliminate the Department of Education, and Trump calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to rein in judges.

Trump orders a plan to dismantle the Education Department
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President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday calling for the dismantling of the U.S. Education Department , advancing a campaign promise to take apart an agency that's been a longtime target of conservatives.

President Trump moves to shut down Department of Education
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FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader joins FOX 35 live from Washington, D.C. to discuss he latest political happenings, including President Donald Trump's plan to move ahead the shut down of the U.S. Department of Education today.