U.S. Senator Rick Scott opposes Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' plan to end all vaccine mandates, arguing that the state's current system effectively balances children's health and parental rights, highlighting a political rift within the state's GOP.
Florida plans to end all state vaccine mandates for schoolchildren, making it the first state to do so, amid political and public health controversy, with critics warning of increased disease risk and supporters citing personal freedom.
Florida plans to eliminate all vaccine mandates, including those for schoolchildren, as part of Governor Ron DeSantis's conservative agenda, with the state's Surgeon General emphasizing individual choice and opposing mandates, amid national debates on public health policies.
Florida plans to become the first state to eliminate all vaccine mandates, including those for schoolchildren, with officials citing personal freedom and religious beliefs, despite public health experts' support for vaccination requirements to control infectious diseases.
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced that the state is moving to end all vaccine mandates, working with Governor Ron DeSantis's office, as part of a broader shift in public health policy.
Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner has announced his run for governor in 2026, positioning himself in a competitive Republican field that includes U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds and potential candidates supported by Governor DeSantis, as the state prepares for the upcoming midterm elections.
The Florida government painted over a rainbow crosswalk honoring Pulse nightclub shooting victims, sparking outrage from local officials and LGBTQ+ advocates, amid ongoing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and political tensions.
Florida has set a record for executions in 2025, with nine carried out under Governor Ron DeSantis, contributing to a national increase in death penalties across the US, driven by political and legal factors, despite declining public support and international rankings alongside countries with high execution rates.
Martina Navratilova criticized Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for honoring WWE legend Hulk Hogan with a 'Hulk Hogan Day,' calling Hogan a 'nasty human being' and expressing her disapproval of the decision, which she believes overlooks Hogan's controversial past. Navratilova also shared her views on gender double standards and her achievements in tennis.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared August 1 as 'Hulk Hogan Day' to honor the legendary WWE wrestler, with flags flown at half-staff across the state to commemorate his legacy.
Miami's top Catholic leader, Archbishop Thomas Wenski, criticized Florida's new migrant detention center, Alligator Alcatraz, calling it alarming and unbefitting public officials, while raising concerns about its conditions and the rhetoric surrounding it. The facility, located in the Everglades and built rapidly, has faced criticism from lawmakers and environmental groups, with debates over its purpose and treatment of detainees.
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President Trump and Ron DeSantis toured 'Alligator Alcatraz,' a newly built, controversial immigration detention center in Florida, which was constructed rapidly by contractors who are significant donors to both politicians. The facility, surrounded by wildlife, has raised concerns about its construction process and the influence of donor contractors, with some suggesting it serves as a symbolic and deterrent measure for migrants.
A federal judge held Florida's attorney general in civil contempt for violating a court order that stopped enforcement of a strict immigration law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, which criminalized unauthorized entry or reentry into Florida.
Ron DeSantis is experiencing a tumultuous year in Florida, marked by conflicts with the state legislature, leadership vacancies, and political uncertainty, signaling a departure from his previously dominant political stance and raising questions about his future ambitions beyond 2026.
Donald Trump attended the Army-Navy football game, marking his fifth appearance at the event, alongside Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Their joint appearance has sparked speculation about political alliances and potential appointments, including the possibility of DeSantis appointing Lara Trump to a Senate seat. The event highlights Trump's history of blending military events with political strategy, as seen in past announcements and policy changes made during the game. Meanwhile, House Oversight Democrat Jamie Raskin is pressing the Trump transition team for clarity on background checks for nominees.