President Trump hosts cabinet meeting: April 30, 2025
President Donald Trump hosted a cabinet meeting on Wednesday morning at the Cabinet Room in the White House. Trump began the meeting by discussing immigration and attacked the judges who have ruled against the administration on deportations conducted without due process. He also referred to recent economic numbers as a result of former President Joe Biden’s leadership. Trump and his cabinet also covered other topics, including health care, tariffs, economy, air traffic control and addressing PTSD with veterans.
Trump immigration billboards across Florida
Kimberly Leonard, POLITICO reporter and Florida Playbook author, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the latest political news in the sunshine state, from the Trump administration's immigration actions becoming ad fodder on billboards across South Florida, the last few big items on the agenda as the state legislative session winds down and the Florida Democrats moving on after their top State Senator left the party.
Department of State press briefing: April 29, 2025
Spokesperson Tammy Bruce hosted a Department of State press briefing on Tuesday afternoon. In the briefing, Bruce discussed the commemoration of Donald Trump's first 100 days in office for his second term, U.S. diplomatic ties and foreign policy, immigration and boarder control, and more.
Republican leaders reflect on Trump's 100 days in office
Republican leaders in the United States House of Representatives held a news conference to mark 100 days of President Donald Trump in office. Trump’s 100th day in office is a traditional early milestone in which a president's progress is measured against campaign promises.
Trump White House press briefing: April 29, 2025
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a briefing with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday morning. Leavitt discussed topics including President Donald Trumps' first 100 days in office, immigration enforcement, the House passing the "Take it Down Act," and the latest economy and tariffs updates. Bessent answered questions and further elaborated on Trump's latest plans.
Florida lawmakers struggle to reach budget deal, delaying legislative session
Florida lawmakers are struggling to reach a budget agreement, with a $4 billion gap between Senate and House proposals.
Ex-leader of Fla. Senate Dems: Party is 'dead.' Is it?
Senator Jason Pizzo, NPA-Sunny Isles Beach, stepped down from his position as Senate Minority Leader on Thursday. In a speech on the Senate floor, Pizzo called the Florida Democratic Party 'dead.' Is he right, or does it have a pulse after all? UCF Political Science Professor Aubrey Jewett joined FOX 35 News+ to discuss.
President Trump calls for Russia to stop strikes on Ukraine
On Thursday, Russia launched a deadly strike on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. The attack ended with 12 people dead, including two children, and injuring more than 70. In a social media post, President Donald Trump said he was "not happy with the Russian strikes on Kyiv." FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader joins FOX 35 to talk about the latest political headlines.
Florida House halts probe into DeSantis-linked foundation amid allegations of misused Medicaid funds
A Florida House panel has ended its probe into the Hope Florida Foundation after key figures declined to testify about $10 million in Medicaid funds tied to political donations.
President Trump meets with Norway Prime Minister
President Donald Trump is taking part in a bilateral meeting with Jonas Store, the prime minister of Norway. The leaders will meet on Thursday afternoon in the Oval Office.
Sen. Ashley Moody speaks on Florida citrus industry
U.S. Senator Ashley Moody reaffirmed her commitment to Florida’s citrus industry on Tuesday by unveiling the “Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act” at Florida’s Natural Visitors Center. Moody was joined by farmers and industry leaders and addressed the challenges facing the state’s citrus growers, attributing a significant portion of their struggles to “nonsensical government overregulation.”
Trump White House press briefing April 22, 2025
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22. Leavitt gave updates on the latest happenings inside The White House, including the death of Pope Francis, upcoming travel plans for President Donald Trump, trade, immigration, economy, student loans and more.
Rep. Frost speaks out against Trump's immigration efforts
U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost hosted a virtual press call to share key takeaways from his recent trip to El Salvador. During the call, Frost discussed ongoing efforts to facilitate the return of Kilmbar Abrego Garcia to the United States, as well as to ensure he receives due process. Garcia, a 29-year-old from El Salvador who was deported from the U.S. in March, has prompted a legal showdown over the administration's immigration policy. Judges have ruled Garcia was deported in error and the U.S. government should help "facilitate" his return. However, the White House has accused Garcia of being a member of the transnational Salvadorian gang MS-13, a designated foreign terrorist organization, saying that he "will never live" in the U.S. again.
Catholic church mourns death of Pope Francis
Pope Francis will be laid to rest on Saturday. This morning, cardinals of the church began planning for his funeral. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader joins FOX 35 to talk about the latest updates.
Anti-Trump rallies break out across the U.S., including in Central Florida
Protests, rallies and demonstrations against the Trump administration are taking place in cities across the country this weekend, including in Central Florida.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.