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fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours ago

Term-Limited Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Is Begging' Trump for His Next Gig: Report

Ron DeSantis seeks a key role in Trump's administration after a failed presidential campaign and aims to regain Trump's favor.
Miami food
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Ron DeSantis Has a Bizarre Strategy for Political Domination. It Involves Fistfuls of Fried Seafood.

Ron DeSantis is currently filming a food series called 'Diners, Drive-Ins & DeSantis' during his final months as Florida governor.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

DeSantis Won't Rule Out Another Presidential Run Claims He Would've Gotten Like 90%' of Trump's Vote

Ron DeSantis hints at a potential 2024 presidential run, claiming he could attract a significant portion of Trump's Iowa voters.
#desantis
US politics
fromAxios
8 hours ago

Scoop: DeSantis "begging" Trump for prime role in administration

DeSantis is seeking a role in Trump's administration, but the attorney general position is unlikely.
US politics
fromAxios
8 hours ago

Scoop: DeSantis "begging" Trump for prime role in administration

DeSantis is seeking a role in Trump's administration, but the attorney general position is unlikely.
#florida
Miami
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

DeSantis Signs Bill to Rename Florida Airport After Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport to President Donald J. Trump International Airport, pending FAA approval.
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Florida cut HIV funding for thousands. It just passed a law to bring it back through June. - LGBTQ Nation

US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Democrats flip seat in Florida state house in district that includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago

Democrats flipped a Florida state house seat in a district previously held by Republicans, indicating voter frustration with rising costs and Trump.
Miami
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

DeSantis Signs Bill to Rename Florida Airport After Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport to President Donald J. Trump International Airport, pending FAA approval.
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Florida cut HIV funding for thousands. It just passed a law to bring it back through June. - LGBTQ Nation

US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Democrats flip seat in Florida state house in district that includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago

Democrats flipped a Florida state house seat in a district previously held by Republicans, indicating voter frustration with rising costs and Trump.
SF food
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Florida implements new restrictions on SNAP benefits

Florida's SNAP program bans soft drinks and sweets to promote healthier eating habits among beneficiaries.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago

Florida Democrat Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, facing possible expulsion, resigns

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned amid federal charges of stealing disaster funds and criticized the Ethics Committee process as a 'witch hunt'.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 hours ago

Florida Democrats Condemn Corruption' After Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned after being indicted for embezzling COVID-19 funds, facing serious legal charges and potential prison time.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

Pam Bondi's Former Chief of Staff Reveals Why Trump Enemy Prosecutions Failed

The Trump DOJ struggles to prosecute political enemies due to a lack of competent MAGA prosecutors.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

What's Next for the GOP After Trump? Get Ready for 31 Flavors of MAGA.

Donald Trump's influence will significantly shape the political landscape after his departure from the Republican nomination.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours ago

BREAKING: Florida Democrat Resigns From Congress Amid Corruption Investigation

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned after being found guilty of 25 ethics violations related to embezzling COVID relief funds.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

GOP Stumbles in Wisconsin & Georgia Warn of Midterms Trouble

Republicans are losing ground in key elections, raising concerns about their prospects in the upcoming national elections.
Non-profit organizations
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks ago

Florida's budget stalemate takes on Cherfilius-McCormick probe-related twist

Cherfilus-McCormick's funding requests for a tablet program raised concerns about potential violations and connections to for-profit entities.
fromAxios
17 hours ago

House Democrats prepare to abandon Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick en masse

"The charges and examination are incredibly, incredibly serious and I think we have to hold ourselves to high standards here in the Congress," Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) told Axios.
SF politics
#immigration-enforcement
US politics
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

GOP leaders struggle to keep $75B immigration plan narrow

Senate Republicans are concerned about the $75 billion immigration enforcement bill's potential to complicate and delay the legislative process.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

GOP passes forced outing bill punishing adults who "aid & abet" trans kids - LGBTQ Nation

Idaho's H.B. 822 mandates reporting trans children's social transitions to parents, closing a loophole in existing anti-trans laws.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Republicans struggle to highlight Trump's cuts as Americans see little effect on Tax Day US politics live

Republicans are promoting tax cuts as political capital, but modest refund increases may undermine their impact ahead of elections.
Miami food
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Ron DeSantis destroyed Miami Beach's rainbow crosswalk. So they moved it brick-by-brick into a park. - LGBTQ Nation

Miami Beach rebuilt its rainbow crosswalk as a symbol of resilience after its removal by the state government.
SF politics
fromAxios
4 days ago

Trump suffers rare defeat with House Republicans

Republican leaders faced resistance on extending Section 702, resulting in a fallback to a short-term extension of the spy powers program.
#trump
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Takeaways from Trump's tough week, as war and gas prices take a toll

Multiple political stressors are significantly impacting President Trump's approval ratings during his second term.
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks ago
US politics

Republicans aren't rushing to save Trump's ballroom

Idaho Republicans face a decision on funding Trump's ballroom renovation amid political tensions and potential delays.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Takeaways from Trump's tough week, as war and gas prices take a toll

Multiple political stressors are significantly impacting President Trump's approval ratings during his second term.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks ago

Republicans aren't rushing to save Trump's ballroom

Idaho Republicans face a decision on funding Trump's ballroom renovation amid political tensions and potential delays.
#rick-scott
Right-wing politics
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Rick Scott trashes Disney as "woke" then gets caught living his best Mickey Mouse life - Queerty

Rick Scott criticized Disney for being 'woke' but was recently spotted at the park with his grandkids.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Republican Senator Outs Himself in Disney Photo After Vowing to Boycott Woke' Park

Sen. Rick Scott visited Disney World with family despite previously vowing to boycott due to the company's woke policies.
Right-wing politics
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Rick Scott trashes Disney as "woke" then gets caught living his best Mickey Mouse life - Queerty

Rick Scott criticized Disney for being 'woke' but was recently spotted at the park with his grandkids.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Republican Senator Outs Himself in Disney Photo After Vowing to Boycott Woke' Park

Sen. Rick Scott visited Disney World with family despite previously vowing to boycott due to the company's woke policies.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

GOP governor signs slate of "values" bills rolling back trans & reproductive rights - LGBTQ Nation

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden signed anti-trans bills, emphasizing state values and rolling back reproductive rights.
#hiv
Miami food
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Lawsuit Filed Minutes After DeSantis Signs Florida's Version of SAVE Act, Says Bill Targets a Fictional Threat'

Mark Elias filed a lawsuit against Florida's HB 991, citing First and Fourteenth Amendment violations related to voter registration and identification requirements.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Battle Brewing To Replace Bondi - Above the Law

The race to replace Pam Bondi as Attorney General is marked by challenges and the complexities of the American legal system.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Democrat captures Florida House seat in Trump's Mar-a-Lago district

Emily Gregory's victory in Florida's House District 87 signals a shift against Republicans ahead of the November midterms.
Miami
fromQueerty
1 month ago

This Florida flip could pave the way for Mike Johnson's newest nightmare - Queerty

A Florida Democrat won a mayoral race by one vote, flipping a Republican-held seat for the first time in 30 years, signaling potential shifts in traditionally Republican strongholds ahead of midterm elections.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Officially Announces Loyal Friend' Pam Bondi's Ouster

Pam Bondi is leaving her role as Attorney General for a private sector job, with Todd Blanche appointed as Acting Attorney General.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

5 Most Insane Moments From Pam Bondi's Tenure as AG

Pam Bondi's ouster as attorney general received positive reactions, highlighting her controversial tenure and mishandling of the Epstein files.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Pam Bondi Couldn't Possibly Succeed

Pam Bondi was fired as attorney general by Trump via social media after 421 days, marking a trend of short tenures in the position.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Thank God Pam Bondi Is Gone!' CNN Data Guru Reveals Why Trump Said Bye, Bye'

Pam Bondi's popularity plummeted from positive to negative, leading to her dismissal from the Trump administration.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi

Pam Bondi is out as attorney general, ending her controversial tenure marked by politicization and turmoil within the Justice Department.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Trump removes Attorney General Pam Bondi

Pam Bondi is leaving her position as Attorney General amid criticism over her handling of Jeffrey Epstein's investigative files.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Officially Announces Loyal Friend' Pam Bondi's Ouster

Pam Bondi is leaving her role as Attorney General for a private sector job, with Todd Blanche appointed as Acting Attorney General.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

5 Most Insane Moments From Pam Bondi's Tenure as AG

Pam Bondi's ouster as attorney general received positive reactions, highlighting her controversial tenure and mishandling of the Epstein files.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Florida professors quietly defy restrictions on race and gender: This is how authoritarianism works'

Florida sociology professors are maintaining their original curricula despite state guidelines restricting discussions of race, gender, sexuality, and systemic inequality, viewing this as essential to academic responsibility.
US politics
fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

Adios, Pam Bondi. Who's Next?

Trump ousted Attorney General Pam Bondi due to frustration over her performance, particularly regarding the Epstein files and prosecuting critics.
#education-policy
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

This Fall, Florida Students Will Be Forced to Take "Anti-Communist" Classes

Florida mandates yearly communism history classes for middle and high school students starting fall 2026, part of a broader right-wing effort to counter growing socialist political representation and influence.
fromTruthout
1 month ago
Higher education

Florida Has Deemed All Existing Sociology Textbooks Illegal and Produced Its Own

Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

This Fall, Florida Students Will Be Forced to Take "Anti-Communist" Classes

Florida mandates yearly communism history classes for middle and high school students starting fall 2026, part of a broader right-wing effort to counter growing socialist political representation and influence.
fromTruthout
1 month ago
Higher education

Florida Has Deemed All Existing Sociology Textbooks Illegal and Produced Its Own

US Elections
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Not Even Mar-a-Lago Is Safe from the Blue Wave

Emily Gregory won Florida's District 87, flipping a Trump-backed seat and marking a significant Democratic victory in a traditionally Republican area.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

He Got the Hook': DeSantis Reveals How His Fox News Debate With Newsom Abruptly Ended

Hannity explained that the debate was supposed to run from 9 to 10:30 PM, but it went past that time, leading to Newsom's team pulling him out. DeSantis noted, 'I was just kind of sitting there. I didn't know what to do.'
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Florida Lawmakers Aim to Add Work Requirements Without Expanding Medicaid

You cannot change the terms of the work requirement. It's a pretty easy no. Federal law holds that non-expansion states cannot adopt work requirements under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Leo Cuello, an attorney and professor at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy, cites guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in making this determination.
Healthcare
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Roughly Zero': Democrat Who Flipped Trump's Mar-a-Lago District Claims President Was Not a Factor'

Emily Gregory's victory in Florida's 87th district was driven by local issues, not President Trump's influence, despite his endorsement of her opponent.
Miami food
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Apparently, Florida is fine with legalized incest but LGBTQ+ rights are a bridge too far - Queerty

Florida failed to pass a first-cousin marriage ban while simultaneously advancing an anti-diversity measure targeting government workers for vague DEI-related activities.
Miami food
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Florida's Live Local 4.0 flexes state muscle on housing progress

Florida's Live Local 4.0 expands state preemption of local zoning and tax rules to accelerate affordable and workforce housing development by reducing local control and streamlining approvals.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Marco Rubio's Past Comes Back Amid Trump Threats Over NATO

A 2023 bill co-sponsored by then-Senator Rubio and Sen. Tim Kaine made it unlawful for the commander in chief to leave NATO without Congressional approval. Rubio stated, 'No U.S. President should be able to withdraw from NATO without Senate approval.'
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: Marco Rubio proves he really is Little Marco

Here's a reminder that no matter how high and mighty you get in Trump's White House, a Latino is still an exotic "other." Tokenizing someone is always an ugly thing - yet Rubio deserves no tears. He has made a career out of wearing his latinidad like a shiny guayabera when convenient, long casting himself as the boy-faced exception to the corrupt, ineffectual Latino politician archetype.
Right-wing politics
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Florida lawmakers muscle up on a raft of new housing reforms

Florida pursues coordinated 2026 housing reforms—legalizing housing types, expanding the Live Local Act, and recalibrating funding and tax tools to improve affordability.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Florida Passes Its Own Version of the SAVE America Act

Florida has approved a voter registration overhaul requiring proof of citizenship, reflecting a trend in GOP-led states despite challenges at the federal level.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Ron DeSantis may soon sign anti-LGBTQ+ bill that could ban St. Patrick's Day events - LGBTQ Nation

Florida's Senate passed anti-DEI legislation that would ban local governments from using taxpayer funds for diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, potentially affecting Pride celebrations, Black History Month, and other cultural events.
US news
fromAol
2 months ago

Florida's pandemic population boom cools

Florida's domestic migration plunged from 310,892 in 2022 to 22,517 in 2025, moderating overall population growth toward pre-pandemic rates.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

GOP enacts extreme anti-trans bill over gov's veto while an A-list actor is accused of gay-bashing - LGBTQ Nation

Why the Democratic governor vetoed the bill: In addition to the harms to the trans community, Gov. Laura Kelly (D) cited the bill's vague wording and said it would ban people from visiting family members in shared room located in hospitals, nursing homes, and dorms. Why it matters: The bill not only bans trans people from using the appropriate restroom, but it also bans them from correcting the gender markers on state-issued IDs and birth certificates. It will hurt a lot of trans people in the state.
LGBT
Miami food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ron DeSantis spent $1.2m per day to open and operate Alligator Alcatraz'

Florida spent $1.2 million daily operating an immigration detention facility, risking $608 million in unreimbursed costs after federal funding promises proved uncertain.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Florida Republicans pass bill empowering Ron DeSantis to oust local officials who support LGBTQ+ Pride

Florida lawmakers approved a bill granting Gov. DeSantis authority to remove local officials who promote Pride events or diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Almost Unanimous': GOP Heavyweights Roared for Rubio Over Vance at Mar-a-Lago Meeting With Trump

GOP donors at Mar-a-Lago overwhelmingly favored Secretary of State Marco Rubio over Vice President JD Vance for the 2028 presidential primary when Trump polled the group.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Anti-DEI bill threatening Florida Pride events gains momentum in GOP legislature

Florida Senate passed legislation prohibiting local governments from funding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, with expected House passage and gubernatorial signature.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 months ago

Ron DeSantis says GOP election losses are because Republicans have all moved to Florida - LGBTQ Nation

Democrats swept the November 4 off‑year elections with decisive wins nationwide, while DeSantis attributed GOP migration to Florida for altered voting demographics in some blue states.
US politics
fromNew York Daily News
2 years ago

Trump widens lead over Ron DeSantis, other rivals in new Republican poll

Donald Trump leads the GOP primary at 52%, far ahead of Ron DeSantis at 18%, with rising support and strong voter loyalty despite legal indictments.
US politics
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Florida poll shows Republicans lead Democrats in statewide races - but only by single digits

Democratic candidates David Jolly and Jerry Demings trail Republican Byron Donalds by 6-7 percentage points in Florida governor race polling, with significant undecided voters and early-stage race dynamics.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Ron DeSantis Sounds Alarm About GOP's Election Loss in Trump +17 TX District: A Swing of This Magnitude' Can't Be Dismissed'

A double-digit Democratic victory in a deep-red Texas special election signals potential trouble for Republicans and questions the transferability of Trump endorsements.
US politics
fromQueerty
2 months ago

"They're trying to kill us": Ron DeSantis launches his latest broadside against the LGBTQ+ community & PLWH - Queerty

Florida's tightened HIV-care eligibility will cut the income threshold from around $64,000 to $21,000, risking treatment loss for over 16,000 people.
fromQueerty
2 months ago

Mike Johnson's worst nightmare is unfolding in Florida & it could topple the GOP's entire midterm strategy - Queerty

Could one Tr*mp-backed representative's health concerns save us from this ongoing Republican-led nightmare we've been living through for over a year now? It's a long shot, but it just might work! House rep Neal Dunn will reportedly resign before his term is up on January 3, 2027, despite Mike Johnson begging him stick it out. Why is Johnson worried? Because if Dunn leaves early, the tiny majority hold Republicans have over the House would be severely threatened.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Republican Gov Hits Back At Trump Official Trying to Limit States' Rights: I'll Beat You In Court'

Prediction markets aren't new. The CFTC has regulated these markets for over two decades. They provide useful functions for society by allowing everyday Americans to hedge commercial risks like increases in temperature and energy price spikes. They also serve as an important check on our news media and our information streams. Today, the CFTC is taking an important step to ensure that these markets have a place here in America and have the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy that our derivatives markets deserve.
US politics
US politics
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

Florida Republicans may ban system used in Palm Beach County to speed early voting and improve accuracy

A legislative provision could ban or limit ExpressVote ballot-marking systems in three Florida counties, increasing early-voting wait times and leaving hundreds of devices unused.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago

Florida Proposes H-1B Hiring Ban at All Public Universities

All Florida public universities would be banned from hiring foreign workers on H-1B visas under a policy change that the Florida Board of Governors will consider next week. Next Thursday, the board's Nomination and Governance Committee will consider adding to a policy a line saying the universities can't "utilize the H-1B program in its personnel program to hire any new employees through January 5, 2027." If the committee and full Board of Governors approve the addition, there will be a 14-day public comment period.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Florida seeks to expand gender-affirming care ban; could criminalize pharmacists and counselors

"aids or abets"
US politics
US politics
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

After Vindman enters Florida Senate race, independent analyst gives Democrats slightly better odds

Alexander Vindman's entry slightly improves Democrats' 2026 Florida Senate chances, shifting the race from safe Republican to likely Republican.
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 months ago

Pam Bondi Destroying the Village to Save Stephen Miller's Murderers - emptywheel

Multiple ICE-related prosecutions and aggressive immigration enforcement have produced acquittals and prompted internal revolt within the Minnesota U.S. Attorney's Office.
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