Kristi Noem's response after migrant lawsuit dismissed: 'Suck it'

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem offered a stunning two-word response to news that a group of migrants had dropped their lawsuit against her.

Work requirements in Trump's 'big, beautiful bill': What to know

The measure, which also includes tax cuts, passed the House by one vote and could have provisions reworked again as it heads to the Senate.

Judge blocks Trump’s order to shut down the Education Department

A federal judge ruled that mass layoffs at the U.S. Education Department are causing “irreparable harm” to students and educators.

SALT deduction: What it could mean for your taxes

One of the most contentious issues in the “big, beautiful” tax bill is how much to raise the state and local tax deduction, or SALT, for tax filers. Here's what that means.

House passes Trump's 'big beautiful' tax bill: What's in it

The House voted early Thursday to pass President Donald Trump’s "big beautiful" tax bill after an all-night session.

FDA will limit approval for seasonal COVID vaccines: What to know

Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.

Could Florida see a three-way race for governor?

Even though it's more than a year away, chatter is growing about the upcoming governor's race in Florida. But, when it comes to one of the biggest questions in Florida politics, the state's First Lady Casey DeSantis is leaving it unanswered. 

Florida's new farm bill bans mushroom spores, sparking debate

A sweeping new farm bill signed into law last week by Governor Ron DeSantis focuses on fluoride in drinking water — but there’s another provision buried deep in its 111 pages: The banning of certain mushroom spores in Florida.

Bill requiring landlords to disclose potential flood risks heads to governor's desk

A bill currently waiting for the governor's signature would require landlords to disclose to tenants the potential flood risks of a potential rental property.

Rep. Kathy Castor calls for federal investigation into Hope Florida

There are new calls for a federal investigation into Hope Florida, the program spearheaded by Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis.

Brain-dead Georgia woman kept on life support due to state's abortion law

A Georgia mother declared brain dead at two months pregnant remains on life support due to the state’s heartbeat law, leaving her family without medical decision-making rights.

Supreme Court rejects Trump's Alien Enemies Act deportations

The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by the Trump administration to resume deporting Venezuelans under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.

Conservatives block Trump's big tax cuts bill

In a stunning setback, conservatives have blocked President Trump's promised tax breaks and spending cuts from moving forward, for now.

Florida leaders to look at campus security after FSU shooting

After a mass shooting last month at Florida State University that killed two people, officials will look at building security on campuses across the state and hold a "safety summit" in October, university system Chancellor Ray Rodrigues said Thursday.

Attorney John Morgan continues push for new political party, eyes 2026 governor’s race

Prominent Orlando attorney John Morgan is advancing efforts to form a new political party, positioning it as a centrist alternative to what he calls the extremes of the Republican and Democratic parties.

Where do Trump's $5 trillion 'Big Beautiful' tax cut bill and Project 2025 align?

Despite Trump's public distancing from Project 2025, his "One Big Beautiful Bill" incorporates several elements from the initiative, including changes to health care, tax cuts, food assistance, abortion access and student loans.

Budget talks moving slowly in Tallahassee

Tallahassee lawmakers are failing to come to an agreement on the type of tax cuts that Floridians should see.