Gov. DeSantis announces DOGE audit in Gainesville
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Tuesday morning in Gainesville. During the press conference, DeSantis announced on-site audits of city and county governments starting July 31, targeting areas with complaints from taxpayers of wasteful spending. Over the last five years, DeSantis said taxpayers in Gainesville have watched as the local government has increased burdens on property owners. He said there was more than $30 million in additional ad valorem tax collections, which represents an increase of almost 86% since 2020. He said part of the increased spending is in the Gainesville operating budget, which has expanded by more than $90 million a year.
DeSantis announces DOGE audits for Florida city, county governments accused by taxpayers of wasteful spending
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on-site audits of city and county governments starting July 31, targeting areas with complaints from taxpayers of wasteful spending.
Trump threatens Washington Commanders stadium deal if team doesn’t switch back to old name
President Donald Trump is threatening to block the Washington Commanders’ proposed return to the District unless the team restores its former name.
GENIUS Act: Trump signs stablecoin bill into law
President Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins into law, a major milestone for the crypto industry.
EPA’s research and development office eliminated; thousands laid off
The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.
'Alligator Alcatraz': DeSantis says Florida's immigration detention center has 'zero impact' on Everglades
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis claims that the newly opened “Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center has “zero impact" on the Everglades and restoration efforts. However, environmental groups and experts say the facility's operation poses myriad concerns.
Gov. DeSantis signs new EAA Reservoir Agreement with U.S. Army for Everglades restoration
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new EAA Reservoir Agreement with the United States Army on Friday. DeSantis said the new agreement will help to accelerate the restoration of America's Everglades and to expedite the completion of the EAA reservoir.
DeSantis announces EAA Reservoir Agreement with U.S. Army
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Friday morning in Marco Island where he announced a new EAA Reservoir Agreement with the United States Army. DeSantis said the new agreement will help to accelerate the restoration of America's Everglades and to expedite the completion of the EAA reservoir.
Most Americans believe new tax law will help wealthy more than middle class, poll finds
While Americans admit they have read some details of the Republican spending legislation, more than half think the bill only benefits wealthy people, a recent poll shows.
House gives final approval to Trump’s $9 billion cut to public broadcasting, foreign aid
Republican majorities in both houses of Congress have now approved President Donald Trump’s clawback of about $9 billion for public broadcasting and foreign aid that lawmakers had appropriated. Here's what we know.
Trump files lawsuit against Wall Street Journal over story about Epstein birthday letter: Reports
President Donald Trump claimede in a social media post that the letter is “fake" and that he would threaten legal action against the news outlet for publishing the story.
Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency
President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a circulatory condition that affects blood flow in the legs, the White House revealed Thursday. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the president noticed "mild swelling in his lower legs" in recent weeks and underwent a comprehensive medical evaluation. Testing included vascular studies and a bilateral venous Doppler ultrasound, which confirmed the diagnosis.
Trump orders release of Epstein grand jury testimony amid backlash from supporters
Facing pressure from allies and critics, President Trump has ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump reportedly plans order to open 401(k)s to private markets: What it means for your retirement
Financial firms already developing new investment products in anticipation of the executive order.
What is chronic venous insufficiency? President Trump diagnosed with common condition
President Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a circulatory condition that affects blood flow in the legs and is common in older adults.