Who is James Walkinshaw? Meet VA's newest House representative

Democrat James Walkinshaw has won a special election to represent Virginia's 11th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, besting Republican Stewart Whitson, an Army veteran and former FBI agent.

Supreme Court says it will hear Trump appeal on tariffs in key economic case

The Supreme Court said Tuesday it will quickly decide whether most of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs — a key part of his economic agenda — are legal.

White House Press Secretary Leavitt briefs: Sept. 9, 2025
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President Donald Trump's White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt briefed the media at 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Leavitt touched upon a variety of topics during the press conference, including President Donald Trumps crackdown on crime, Los Angeles immigration raids and a controversial Jeffrey Epstein birthday book which allegedly includes a note from Trump.

Sen. Sanders, public health officials speak on vaccines
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Sen. Bernie Sanders held a press conference on Tuesday morning to deliver remarks on why he believes vaccines work. Sanders was joined by public health experts and doctors to discuss vaccine safety and effectiveness. The event comes as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to push to reshape vaccine policy based on his long-held skepticism about their safety.

2025 flu shots available: What to know
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Vaccine makers update flu shots every year to protect us from the influenza strains that are most likely to surface this fall and winter. Manufacturers have already been shipping the newest versions of the vaccines to doctor's offices and pharmacies, so now is the time to start planning to get your shots. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to talk about what you need to know.

Former House Speaker Paul Renner enters Florida governor race
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Former state House Speaker Paul Renner has announced his intent to run in the 2026 Florida governor race. Current Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is term-limited and cannot seek reelection to a third consecutive term. Renner joins Good Day Orlando to share more details about his vision for the state.

Supreme Court lifts limits on L.A. immigration raids
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The United States Supreme Court has ruled that the immigration raids in Los Angeles can continue for now, lifting a federal judge's order that had barred agents from making stops without "reasonable suspicion." The Monday ruling is a win for President Donald Trump, who has vowed to conduct record-level deportations of undocumented immigrants in the country.

Florida attorney general challenges prosecutor over road rage shooting case

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is urging State Attorney Monique Worrell to drop murder charges against a woman accused in a road rage shooting, saying the case is protected under the state’s “stand your ground" law.

Fatal Ukrainian refugee stabbing fuels debate on crime in US cities

Iryna Zarutska was stabbed to death on a Charlotte, N.C. light rail train last month, an unprovoked attack that President Trump appears to be using to further exemplify the "need" for federal troops to be deployed in other large cities, like in D.C.

Supreme Court lifts restrictions on LA immigration stops

The Supreme Court granted a Justice Department request, pausing a federal judge's order that had temporarily prevented agents from stopping people based solely on factors like race, ethnicity, or language.

Trump's alleged Epstein birthday letter released

The "bawdy" message, which includes a drawing of a naked woman, was part of a 2003 birthday album to celebrate Epstein's 50th birthday.

FULL | President Trump speaks at the Museum of the Bible
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President Donald Trump spoke to the White House Religious Liberty Commission on Monday morning at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C.

Florida AG calls out State Attorney Worrell
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Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has issued a word of warning to State Attorney Monique Worrell, saying she "got it wrong" in a recent case. Uthmeier posted a video on his social media explaining what he believes Worrell missed.

Gov. DeSantis discusses push to end vaccine mandates
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Last week, Gov. Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced their intent to end all mandates requiring vaccines for children and adults. Florida would be the first state to make such a move. DeSantis answered question from reporters on his push at a press conference on Monday morning in Plant City.

Gov. DeSantis speaks on Second Amendment sales tax holiday
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The 2025 Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Season Sales Tax Holiday is underway in Florida. Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins touted the expanded exemptions, which now include guns and ammunition, at a news conference in Plant City on Monday. The sales tax holiday runs through Dec. 31.

Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds

A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.

Trump considers sending National Guard to Chicago
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President Donald Trump announced last week that he plans to deploy the National Guard to Chicago in an effort to curb violent crime, though he did not provide a timeline. In response, Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and other leaders vowed to push back against the White House.

'I am angry': Mamdani on reports of Trump offering Adams a job

“What do these people actually stand for besides power?" New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani addresses reports Trump may offer Mayor Adams a job in his administration.