Strengthening Florida's aerospace and transportation industries: DeSantis signs new legislation

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two new pieces of legislation to help further solidify the state's position as a global leader in aerospace, transportation and advanced mobility innovation.

Israel-Iran conflict enters sixth day
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It's day six of the Israel-Iran conflict, and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said that Iran will not surrender. Yesterday, President Donald Trump called the supreme leader an “easy target” and demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender.”

President Trump urges Iran to surrender
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President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the United States knows where Iran?s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is hiding during the Israel-Iran conflict but doesn?t want him killed ?for now.? Trump posted on social media asking for Iran's "unconditional surrender" as the five-day conflict continues to escalate.

Minnesota leaders condemn polarizing rhetoric in wake of tragic shootings

In the aftermath of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, some lawmakers are taking heat for their divisive rhetoric.

Sen. Tina Smith confronts Sen. Mike Lee over MN lawmaker shooting comments

U.S. Sen. Tina Smith confronted Sen. Mike Lee of Utah on Monday over his social media posts that blamed the Minnesota lawmaker shootings on "Marxists."

NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested, released by ICE

Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals hears Trump v. Newsom over use of National Guard

A panel of three appellate judges in San Francisco heard arguments by attorneys for President Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, over whether the president has the authority to send in the National Guard to Los Angeles without the governor's consent. 

Lawmakers shootings: Trump says calling Walz would ‘waste time’

Trump told reporters he wasn’t calling Minnesota’s governor Tim Walz after the lawmakers shooting, calling Walz “slick" and “whacked out" and saying a call would “waste time."

Trump leaves G7 early after Israel and Iran conflict
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White House leaders said President Donald Trump left the G7 summit in Canada early due to the Israel-Iran war. Trump returned to Washington, D.C. on Tuesday. Trump said Tuesday: "I have no desire to negotiate with Iran. I expect nothing less than their complete surrender."

Florida lawmakers pass $115.1B budget, end session

One of the more contentious legislative sessions in recent history came to a close late Monday as lawmakers approved a $115.1 billion budget for next fiscal year and prepared to send it to Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Senate Finance Committee reveals latest on Trump's budget bill

A Senate panel charged with some of the most hot-button portions of President Donald Trump’s "big, beautiful bill" unveiled its portion of the gargantuan package on Monday.

Georgia man accused of threatening sexual violence on Sen. Ted Cruz

Robert Davis Forney, a 25-year-old, was arraigned in federal court on charges of threatening U.S. senators, including Sen. Ted Cruz, with sexual violence.

Senators propose bill to ban prescription drug ads

Senators Bernie Sanders and Angus King have introduced the End Prescription Drug Ads Now Act, a bill that would ban all direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising.

Protester shot and killed at Utah rally was former ‘Project Runway’ designer

Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, a Samoan fashion designer and former “Project Runway” contestant, was killed by a stray bullet at a protest in Salt Lake City. He is remembered for his vibrant work and deep commitment to the Pacific Islander community.

These are the most patriotic states in the US for 2025, study shows

Patriotism comes in many forms, and a recent study finds that these areas stand out when it comes to specific categories, including community involvement.