Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon where she shared all the latest updates from the Trump administration. During the event, Leavitt announced that President Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). CVI is a condition where blood doesn't efficiently return from the legs to the heart, often due to damaged valves in the veins. This can lead to a range of symptoms, including swelling, pain and skin changes.
FULL | White House press briefing with Karoline Leavitt
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon where she gave all the latest updates from the Trump administration. Included in the topics of conversation on Thursday were the economy, immigration, the Jeffrey Epstein files, the conflict with Russia and the Ukraine, and the president's diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency.
Trump promotes idea of Alcatraz Island reopening
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon where she gave the latest updates from the Trump administration. During the briefing, a reporter asked Leavitt about Attorney General Pam Bondi's visit to Alcatraz Island on Thursday. The visit is part of a tour related to a Trump administration proposal to re-establish the former prison as a new federal prison facility.
Trump faces pressure to release Jeffrey Epstein docs
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon where she shared the latest updates from the Trump administration. President Donald Trump is accusing some of his onetime supporters of being “weaklings” who are falling prey to Democratic “bulls***” about the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein — concluding that he no longer wants their support.
'Good Trouble Lives On' across Florida, U.S.
"Good Trouble Lives On" protests will be taking place across the country on Thursday, including in Central Florida. Nearly 50 Florida cities are expected to host the national day of action protests in response to "the attacks on our civil and human rights" by Donald Trump's administration. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Michael Kniat, media liaison for the Brevard Progressives, about the protests.
'Good Trouble Lives On' protests: Nearly 50 Florida cities were expected to participate
"Good Trouble Lives On" protests took place across the country on Thursday, including in Central Florida. Nearly 50 Florida cities were expected to host the national day of action protests in response to "the attacks on our civil and human rights" by Donald Trump's administration.
'Good Trouble Lives On' protests happening today
Several "Good Trouble Lives On" protests will be taking place across the country today, including in Central Florida. The national day of action aims to "respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration." Nearly 50 Florida cities are expected to participate.
Senate passes spending cuts; Epstein case tensions rise
President Donald Trump’s multibillion-dollar clawback package was passed early Thursday morning. The final vote tally was 51-48, with Republican Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska joining every Democrat in voting against it. The package will now be sent to the House, which has until Friday to pass it.
Judge reinstates Florida councilwoman after suspension over social media posts
A Groveland city councilwoman suspended earlier this month over controversial social media posts has been reinstated by a judge and returned to office.
President Trump signs 'HALT Fentanyl Act'
President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday afternoon that aims to curb the illicit flow of fentanyl into the United States during a bill-signing ceremony. The "Halt Fentanyl Act" permanently places fentanyl-related substances as a class into schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. Trump was joined by several families who had lost family members and friends from fentanyl overdose at the event, and several people shared their stories.
'Queen of Versailles' appears with President Trump
President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday afternoon that aims to curb the illicit flow of fentanyl into the United States during a bill-signing ceremony. The "Halt Fentanyl Act" permanently places fentanyl-related substances as a class into schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. Florida's own Jackie Siegel, the Queen of Versailles, was one of the family members who spoke of their loved ones at the bill signing.
Trump denies that he plans to fire Jerome Powell
President Donald Trump met with Republican lawmakers on Tuesday and asked them if they thought he should fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. However, when reporters asked Trump about the possibility during a meeting in the Oval Office on Wednesday, he denied it.
FULL | Trump meets with Crown Prince of Bahrain
President Donald Trump held a bilateral meeting with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa in the Oval Office on Wednesday afternoon. The United States and Bahrain have signed an agreement that will pave the way for the two countries to enter into a formal civilian-nuclear cooperation deal.
Spending cuts divide lawmakers in U.S.
Lawmakers are currently facing a divide as they debate proposed spending cuts, most notably in areas such as education and foreign aid. The disagreements center around the extent and impact of the cuts, with some lawmakers arguing for austerity measures while others advocate for maintaining or even increasing funding levels in certain areas.
Florida’s school voucher surge draws fire from public education advocates
As Florida’s new state budget channels more money toward private and charter schools, public school advocates are sounding the alarm about the future of public education — warning that already-strained classrooms could suffer further setbacks.
Federal budget cuts hit after-school programs
Federal budget cuts are hitting after-school programs hard, with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida facing a $250,000 funding gap in July alone.
Trump threatens Russia with 100% tariffs
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will send "top-of-the-line weapons" to Ukraine while also threatening Russia with severe tariffs if a deal to end the war is not reached within 50 days. Two rounds of ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine took place earlier this year, but no other meetings have so far been scheduled.
Senate considers Mike Waltz for UN Ambassador tomorrow
Tomorrow, former Florida Congressman Mike Waltz will face a Senate panel as President Trump's nomination for Ambassador to the United Nations. John Hanley, a UCF political science lecturer joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to preview what we could see out of the confirmation hearing tomorrow, especially after the 'Signalgate' scandal where Trump administration officials accidentally added journalists to a Signal group chat and spoke about upcoming military operations and attacks.
President Trump, First Lady meet with officials in Texas
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump traveled to Texas on Friday to tour the damage left behind by devastating flooding over the July 4th weekend. While they were there, the leaders participated in a roundtable discussion with first responders and local officials. At least 120 people were killed in the flooding. Across the state, more than 170 people are considered missing.
Protestors clash with ICE during cannabis farm raid
Protesters and federal officials cashed on Thursday during an immigration raid on a Southern California farm. Authorities were seen throwing canisters that sprayed what looked like smoke into the air to disperse the crowd. It's legal to grow and sell cannabis in California with proper licensing. State records show the company has multiple active licenses to cultivate cannabis.