This American is viewed most favorably among global figures in new poll: See the list

Pope Leo XIV received the highest net favorability score in a new Gallup poll, outperforming U.S. and global political leaders including Bernie Sanders, Donald Trump, and Elon Musk.

RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development

The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Here's what we know.

Orange County commissioners ratify ICE agreement with 5-2 vote to transport detainees to 'Alligator Alcatraz'

Orange County commissioners voted Tuesday on a new agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to transport detainees to "Alligator Alcatraz." After several hours of discussion and public comment, commissioners voted 5-2 to ratify the agreement.

Texas governor orders arrest of Democrats who fled state
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Texas House Republicans on Monday voted 85-6 to authorize the House sergeant-at-arms and related officers to track down and civilly arrest Democrats who fled the state in protest of GOP redistricting efforts. Meanwhile, Democrats in other states are talking about retaliation.

Florida launches program to streamline ICE detainee transports in North Florida

Florida officials launched a pilot program on Monday that could help streamline U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainee transports in the northern part of the state.

Bondi directs DOJ to launch probe into Trump-Russia investigation

Attorney General Pam Bondi is moving forward with a Justice Department investigation into the origins of the Trump-Russia investigation.

Judge demands legal custody records for controversial ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center

A federal judge has ordered officials to produce agreements showing which government agency or private contractor has legal authority to hold people at the immigration detention facility in the Everglades that has become known as “Alligator Alcatraz."

Education commissioner threatens sanctions against Alachua School District over free speech

Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas sent the Alachua County School Board a letter threatening sanctions against the district for what he called a free speech violation.

Jack Smith investigation: Case opened into ex-Trump prosecutor

An independent watchdog agency responsible for enforcing a law against partisan political activity by federal employees has opened an investigation into Jack Smith.

Sen. Rick Scott, former Florida governor, endorses Trump-backed Byron Donalds

Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., has endorsed fellow Republican Rep. Byron Donalds' Florida gubernatorial bid. Scott served as governor of the Sunshine State prior to current Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Orlando hosts 2025 Florida Freedom Forum
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The Republican Party of Florida hosted its�2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. The forum included a multitude of events and featured speeches from top speakers throughout the day.

Gov. DeSantis delivers remarks at Florida Freedom Forum
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The Republican Party of Florida hosted its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was one of the many to share remarks at the event.

DeSantis clashes with protestors at Florida Freedom Forum
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The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. During Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' speech, several protestors were heard sharing their distaste for DeSantis' words.

Florida gov. candidate Byron Donalds speaks on 'Alligator Alcatraz'
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The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. U.S. Congressman and Florida gov. candidate shared his thoughts on "Alligator Alcatraz" at the event.

Florida Freedom Forum taking place Saturday in Orlando
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The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its?Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day.

Florida AG James Uthmeier speaks at Florida Freedom Forum
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The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. Florida AG James Uthmeier was one of the leaders to speak, and he touched on topics including crime and immigration enforcement.

Orlando hosts 2025 Florida Freedom Forum: What we know and who attended

The Republican Party of Florida hosted its 2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. Here's everything we know about the event and who attended.