DeSantis campaigns in New Mexico as GOP makes bold governor bet The state is one of the GOP's best opportunities to flip a Democratic governorship. Axios · Aug 14, 2022
How a wild week in Washington changed the game for Biden and Trump As the midterms approach, Biden’s climate success and Trump’s legal troubles could offer Democrats unexpected hope The Guardian - US · Aug 14, 2022
FBI raid gave Trump a 10-point boost over DeSantis, poll shows Federal agents removed 11 sets of documents that were marked as classified The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2022
Best of frenemies: Ron DeSantis stalks Trump with Republican primary tour The Florida governor has been dubbed a ‘mini-Trump’ and was once boosted by the ex-president but a potential rivalry in 2024 has turned relations sour The Guardian - US · Aug 13, 2022
How Ron DeSantis consolidated his power over Florida government TALLAHASSEE — With Renatha Francis joining the Florida Supreme Court, Gov. Ron DeSantis will cement a majority of his own appointees in line with his legal philosophy and thus more likely to rule in his favor on lawsuits challenging the many controversial laws he has signed. Orlando Sentinel · Aug 13, 2022
California Gov. Newsom pins political rise on abortion, guns, and health care SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gavin Newsom is fed up with Republicans for attacking abortion rights and blocking gun regulations — and with his own Democratic Party for failing to boldly and brashly take on the conservative right and push a progressive agenda. Tribune News Service · Aug 11, 2022
Professors in Florida are feeling the chill from DeSantis’ education legislation MIAMI — Florida university professors are facing unprecedented challenges as a spate of new laws could soon crack down on research, discourse on race and gender identity and create an environment in which employees feel their political beliefs are being scrutinized at the risk of losing tenure. Miami Herald · Aug 11, 2022
Visitor spending fuels soaring revenues at Disney theme parks Visitor spending is up at Disney’s U.S. theme parks as average daily attendance has been only slightly below pre-pandemic levels of 2019 so far this fiscal year, Disney executives said Wednesday. Orlando Sentinel · Aug 11, 2022
The top fundraisers among Florida statewide elected offices Campaign finance requirements govern how much money candidates may receive from individuals and organizations, how often they must report those contributions, and how much individuals, organizations, and political entities may contribute to campaigns. Ballotpedia · Aug 10, 2022
A Florida license plate has reopened the debate over the 'Don't tread on me' flag Gov. Ron DeSantis says a plate featuring the Revolutionary War-era Gadsden flag sends a "clear message to out-of-state cars." Others say the flag symbolizes a dangerous far-right extremist ideology. WEKU · Aug 10, 2022
Will Jan. 6 hearings bring consequences? Committee says evidence points to obstruction, fraud and possibly seditious conspiracy Salon · Aug 10, 2022
2024 GOP hopefuls condemn FBI over Mar-a-Lago search, boosting Trump comeback bid In supporting Trump, his party rivals are inadvertently empowering him to run. Axios · Aug 9, 2022
Republicans rally around Trump following FBI raid of his estate For much of the past year, cracks in Donald Trump’s political support have been growing: dissatisfied Republican primary voters began to consider new prospects, GOP donors grappled with damaging revelations uncovered by the Jan. 6 committee, and several party leaders pondered challenging Trump for the party’s 2024 nomination. But after… France 24 · Aug 9, 2022
The Biden Administration Defends the Federal Ban on Gun Possession by Medical Marijuana Users The Justice Department says that policy is rational and consistent with the right to keep and bear arms. Reason · Aug 9, 2022
Benzinga · Aug 9, 2022 FBI Raid Of Trump's Mar-A-Lago Home Becomes Newest Political Conspiracy Flashpoint On Monday, the private house of former President Donald Trump in Palm Beach, Florida was raided by FBI agents. “After working and cooperating with the relevant government agencies, this unannounced raid on my home was not necessary or appropriate,” Trump said in a statement.
The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2022 GOP rallies around Trump following FBI search of his estate For much of the year, small cracks in Donald Trump’s political support have been growing
The Guardian - US · Aug 9, 2022 Republicans cry foul: FBI raid could re-tighten Trump’s grip on party Trump’s influence seemed to be waning – but the sight of federal agents searching Mar-a-Lago has rallied Republicans
Tribune News Service · Aug 9, 2022 Florida Gov. DeSantis removed him. What’s next in Andrew Warren’s fight for his job? TAMPA, Fla. — In the days since his surprise ouster from being Hillsborough County’s state attorney, Andrew Warren has been fielding questions from CNN, The Washington Post and "Morning Joe" — and mapping out legal strategies for getting his job back.
Reason · Aug 9, 2022 Ron DeSantis Oversteps His Authority by Suspending Tampa's Elected Prosecutor Tampa top prosecutor Andrew Warren pledged to not prosecute women seeking abortions and those pursuing gender-affirming health care.
Tribune News Service · Aug 9, 2022 Trump under intense legal scrutiny after FBI searches Mar-a-Lago Donald Trump faces intensifying legal and political pressure after FBI agents searched his Florida home in a probe of whether he took classified documents from the White House when he left office, casting a shadow on his possible run for the presidency in 2024.
Miami Herald · Aug 9, 2022 Mar-a-Lago becomes a popular spot after FBI raids former President Trump’s home PALM BEACH, Fla. — Three Palm Beach Police Department SUVs — two with lights flashing — were the only sign of law enforcement activity outside Mar-a-Lago’s closed gates Monday night as word spread that the FBI had served a search warrant at former President Donald Trump’s residence earlier in the…
Wales Online · Aug 9, 2022 Former US President Donald Trump hints at running for office again in 2024 Donald Trump also said he was the healthiest President ever and even claimed a White House doctor 'loved' looking at his body
The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2022 Ron DeSantis defends Trump and blasts Biden administration after Mar-a-Lago raid Florida governor blames Biden administration for ‘weaponisation of federal agencies’
Orlando Sentinel · Aug 8, 2022 ‘Constitutional’ sheriff movement escapes Florida Gov. DeSantis’ scrutiny ORLANDO, Fla. — Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren isn’t the only elected official in Florida who has promised not to enforce laws he thinks are unconstitutional.
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2022 Liz Cheney says she would find it ‘very difficult’ to support Ron DeSantis for president Gulf between GOP representative and her party’s voters grows