Red states consider ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ spinoffs as WH urges them to follow DeSantis’ lead: 'Lots of bears'

The White House and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are encouraging Republican states across the nation to follow Florida's lead and install their own versions of "Alligator Alcatraz" – a remote detention facility for illegal immigrants located in the heart of the Everglades. 

Elon Musk political party: What to know about the 'America Party'

Making good on his promise, Elon Musk said Saturday he was launching a new political party after President Trump signed the “big beautiful” bill into law – and calling it The America Party.

Trump signs 'big, beautiful' bill into law at White House July 4th picnic

President Trump is expected to celebrate his political victory on the nation’s birthday, signing his “big, beautiful" budget bill into law at the White House picnic.

Democratic lawmakers say they were blocked from entering 'Alligator Alcatraz'

Holding an identification badge and surrounded by four other Democratic lawmakers, State Sen. Shev Jones (D-Miami Gardens) tweeted out later, "access denied."

Early voting, mail-in ballots grow in popularity, despite rhetoric

A new report highlights the continued popularity of different voting methods even as they have been criticized by some politicians in recent years.

'Big beautiful bill' passes final vote in House; moves to Trump

The House approved a final version of President Donald Trump’s spending bill ahead of the July 4 deadline imposed by Trump. Here's what the bill includes.

New Florida law targets speeding through flooded streets

Drivers in Florida can now receive a ticket for speeding through flooded streets if they create wakes that push water into homes and garages. 

Wisconsin abortion ban, court strikes down 1849 law

The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.

House Republicans push for final vote on Trump's spending bill

The House previously passed a version of the legislation in May, but it’s unclear if House GOP members can pass a Senate-refined version of the bill on Wednesday.

'No wake law' now in effect after Governor DeSantis signs bipartisan Florida bill

It is now illegal for Florida drivers to drive fast enough through flooded streets to create an excessive wake – part of a bipartisan transportation bill signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

‘Big beautiful bill’ passes in Senate: What’s in it and what comes next

Senate Republicans brought Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill to passage - with a tie-breaking vote from Vice President Vance - after a rocky all-night session.

More than half of Americans oppose Trump's spending bill, poll shows

Americans say they don’t support the proposed legislation but admit to being divided on a Medicaid provision in the bill, according to a recent poll.

‘Alligator Alcatraz’ to open in Florida Everglades Tuesday as Trump visits amid protests, lawsuit

Florida officials say the controversial new immigration detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz" is on track to open Tuesday, despite protests and a pending federal lawsuit aimed at stopping it.

'Big, beautiful' bill update: Senate debate begins after 16-hour reading

President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful" budget bill of tax breaks and Medicaid cuts is one step closer to passage after it cleared a key procedural hurdle overnight.

'Big, beautiful' budget bill latest: Senate preps for all-night voting session

The weekend session could be a make-or-break moment for the GOP, as some Republicans have voiced opposition to President Trump's signature spending bill.