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.
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.
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 'caught off guard' by Israel's actions in Gaza
President Donald Trump was ?caught off guard? by the recent Israeli strikes in Syria and on a Catholic church in Gaza, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday. ?In both accounts, the president quickly called the prime minister to rectify those situations,? Leavitt said. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader talks all the latest political headlines.
President Donald Trump was ?caught off guard? by the recent Israeli strikes in Syria and on a Catholic church in Gaza, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday. ?In both accounts, the president quickly called the prime minister to rectify those situations,? Leavitt said. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader talks all the latest political headlines.
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.
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.
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.
The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.
President Trump signs crypto bill into law
President Donald Trump signed the first major federal law governing cryptocurrency on Friday. The GENIUS Act was passed on Thursday by the United States House of Representatives with bipartisan support.
President Donald Trump signed the first major federal law governing cryptocurrency on Friday. The GENIUS Act was passed on Thursday by the United States House of Representatives with bipartisan support.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
DeSantis: 'Alligator Alcatraz' has 'zero impact' on Everglades
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. During the press conference, DeSantis was asked about "Alligator Alcatraz's" impact on the Florida Everglades. DeSantis said the immigration detention center has "zero impact" on the Everglades and restoration efforts. He said the facility utilizes an already built, remote airstrip, incurring "no different footprint."
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. During the press conference, DeSantis was asked about "Alligator Alcatraz's" impact on the Florida Everglades. DeSantis said the immigration detention center has "zero impact" on the Everglades and restoration efforts. He said the facility utilizes an already built, remote airstrip, incurring "no different footprint."
Tensions rise around handling of Epstein case
President Donald Trump is countering criticism of the Justice Department?s failure to release much-hyped records around the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking case, trying to place blame on former government officials. Epstein was arrested in 2019 and found dead in his cell at a federal jail in New York City about a month later. Investigators concluded that he killed himself.
President Donald Trump is countering criticism of the Justice Department?s failure to release much-hyped records around the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking case, trying to place blame on former government officials. Epstein was arrested in 2019 and found dead in his cell at a federal jail in New York City about a month later. Investigators concluded that he killed himself.
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.
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.
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 directs AG to release Epstein transcripts
President Donald Trump has ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the release of grand jury materials tied to Jeffrey Epstein, escalating a political firestorm that has reignited conspiracy theories and angered parts of the president?s base. The move follows backlash over a DOJ memo denying the existence of an Epstein "client list." A judge must still approve any release, and it?s unclear what material is covered by the order.
President Donald Trump has ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the release of grand jury materials tied to Jeffrey Epstein, escalating a political firestorm that has reignited conspiracy theories and angered parts of the president?s base. The move follows backlash over a DOJ memo denying the existence of an Epstein "client list." A judge must still approve any release, and it?s unclear what material is covered by the order.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.