FULL: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks in Fort Myers
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference with health care leaders on Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. DeSantis also shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women.
Florida Gov. DeSantis to veto 'free kill' bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. The bill being vetoed is HB 6017, which seeks to repeal a 1990 Florida law that restricts who can sue for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, in medical malpractice cases when the victim is 25 years or older. Critics of the law refer to it as the "free kill" law.
Gov. DeSantis speaks on RFK Jr. COVID vaccine recommendation
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and leaders in health care spoke Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis started his comments by sharing shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women. The controversial announcement was made weeks before a CDC advisory panel was set to weigh in.
What's next for Trump’s tariffs after federal court ruling?
A judge’s panel ruled that the president overstepped his authority when he invoked an emergency-powers law to declare a national emergency to enforce his tariffs.
President Trump pardons Todd and Julie Chrisley
Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley were granted full presidential pardons on Wednesday by President Donald Trump, ending their multi-year prison sentences for federal tax and bank fraud convictions. The Chrisleys were convicted in Atlanta in 2022 for conspiring to defraud banks and the IRS of millions of dollars, and sentenced to a combined 19 years in federal prison. The couple has consistently maintained their innocence, and their legal team has claimed the trial was marred by illegal searches, unreliable testimony, and biased prosecution.
Elon Musk leaving Trump administration, stepping away from DOGE
Elon Musk is officially stepping away from his advisory role in President Donald Trump’s administration, posting Wednesday that his time as a Special Government Employee has ended. The billionaire entrepreneur was tasked with leading the Department of Government Efficiency — or DOGE — a Trump-created initiative aimed at reducing federal waste. The announcement came just one day after Musk criticized Trump’s legislative centerpiece — a sweeping bill combining tax cuts with immigration enforcement — calling it "a massive spending bill" that "undermines the work" of DOGE.
Florida Gov. DeSantis to veto 'free kill' bill related to medical malpractice lawsuits
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death.
Trump’s immigration crackdown stalled by lack of detention space, Florida sheriff says
Sheriff calls on president to 'break this logjam' as migrants are 'turned back into the street' due to limited ICE resources
Federal court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law
The ruling from a three-judge panel came after several lawsuits arguing Trump has exceeded his authority.
Elon Musk leaves Trump administration after slamming ‘big beautiful bill’
Elon Musk is leaving his role as a government adviser after criticizing President Trump’s signature legislation as a spending increase that undermines his own cost-cutting mission.
Todd and Julie Chrisley released from prison after Trump pardon
Todd and Julie Chrisley received full presidential pardons from Donald Trump, ending their prison sentences for tax and bank fraud convictions.
Larry Hoover’s life sentence commuted by Trump after decades behind bars
Infamous Chicago street gang leader Larry Hoover had his prison sentence commuted Wednesday by President Donald Trump.
Trump pardons Army officer who refused to follow COVID safety orders: Reports
Former Lt. Mark C. Bashaw was convicted in 2022 for violating COVID-19 safety protocols.
NBA YoungBoy says Trump pardoned him: 'This moment means a lot'
Rapper NBA YoungBoy announced on Instagram that he has received a pardon from President Donald Trump.
Man threatened to shoot Trump in head "for messing with us Mexicans," ICE says
The man had previously entered the U.S. illegally on multiple occasions, DHS said.
Here's how Trump responded to reporter's 'nastiest' tariff question
During a press event at the White House, President Trump grew defensive when a reporter referenced the term “TACO" — Wall Street slang for “Trump Always Chickens Out."
Elon Musk ‘disappointed’ in Trump's ‘big, beautiful bill’
Elon Musk is criticizing the centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda. Here’s what Musk is saying.
President Trump answers questions in the Oval Office
On Wednesday afternoon, President Donald Trump participated in a swearing-in ceremony for the Interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia in the Oval Office. Jeanine Pirro, FOX News host and former prosecutor, was appointed. Following the ceremony, Trump then answered questions, touching on topics including the country's tension with Russia, the Ukraine war, the "Big, Beautiful Bill" and DOGE.
President Trump swears in Jeanine Pirro
On Wednesday afternoon, President Donald Trump particpated in a swearing-in ceremony for the Interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia in the Oval Office. Jeanine Pirro, FOX News host and former prosecutor, was appointed. Pirro is serving as the interim U.S. attorney following the resignation of Ed Martin, Trump's initial pick to serve in the role.
DeSantis signs 2 bills into Florida law on Wednesday: What we know about each
Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to sign three bills into Florida law on Wednesday, including two animal laws that will strengthen penalties for animal cruelty and make it a felony to abandon restrained pets during disasters.