Hegseth used 2nd Signal chat to share Yemen strike details, NYT reports
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing renewed scrutiny after The New York Times reported he created a second Signal chat group.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing renewed scrutiny after The New York Times reported he created a second Signal chat group.
Anti-Trump rallies break out across the U.S., including in Central Florida
Protests, rallies and demonstrations against the Trump administration are taking place in cities across the country this weekend, including in Central Florida.
Protests, rallies and demonstrations against the Trump administration are taking place in cities across the country this weekend, including in Central Florida.
Anti-Trump protests break out across the U.S.
More than 700 events are scheduled around the U.S. Saturday to protest the Trump administration?s agenda. This round of events, organized under the 50501 movement, will focus on community action in the wake of President Trump?s policies on immigration, transgender rights and other marginalized people in America. Many of the events will be protests, but others will be community-focused food and clothing drives, picnics and other "social support" activities, organizers said on Substack. FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte heads over to Cocoa Beach to talk to people at the protests.
More than 700 events are scheduled around the U.S. Saturday to protest the Trump administration?s agenda. This round of events, organized under the 50501 movement, will focus on community action in the wake of President Trump?s policies on immigration, transgender rights and other marginalized people in America. Many of the events will be protests, but others will be community-focused food and clothing drives, picnics and other "social support" activities, organizers said on Substack. FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte heads over to Cocoa Beach to talk to people at the protests.
'50501' protests happening across US today: What to know
More than 700 events are scheduled around the U.S. Saturday to protest the Trump administration’s agenda.
More than 700 events are scheduled around the U.S. Saturday to protest the Trump administration’s agenda.
U.S. may walk away from Ukraine ceasefire, new Trump trade deals
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States is prepared to move on from peace negotiations if Ukraine and Russia cannot agree on a deal soon. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is predicting that new trade deals with Europe could come within the next month.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States is prepared to move on from peace negotiations if Ukraine and Russia cannot agree on a deal soon. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is predicting that new trade deals with Europe could come within the next month.
FSU shooting: School security bills being considered
School security is a hot topic this legislative session in Tallahassee, Florida, especially after the Thursday shooting at Florida State University (FSU). Lawmakers are debating several gun-related bills, just blocks away from where the shooting happened. FOX 35's Evan Axelbank explains how this mass shooting is impacting the session.
School security is a hot topic this legislative session in Tallahassee, Florida, especially after the Thursday shooting at Florida State University (FSU). Lawmakers are debating several gun-related bills, just blocks away from where the shooting happened. FOX 35's Evan Axelbank explains how this mass shooting is impacting the session.
10,000 pages of records about Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 assassination released
New York Sen. Robert F. Kennedy was killed after giving a speech celebrating his victory in California’s Democratic presidential primary in 1968.
New York Sen. Robert F. Kennedy was killed after giving a speech celebrating his victory in California’s Democratic presidential primary in 1968.
Florida AG talks FSU shooting, immigration, Roblox safety
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier joins FOX 35 to talk about some of the latest political headlines and news in the state. The AG reflects after the Florida State University (FSU) shooting on Thursday, as well as discusses immigration crack downs and safety concerns over video game "Roblox."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier joins FOX 35 to talk about some of the latest political headlines and news in the state. The AG reflects after the Florida State University (FSU) shooting on Thursday, as well as discusses immigration crack downs and safety concerns over video game "Roblox."
Trump stands firm on tariffs despite appeal from Italian Premier Meloni
President Donald Trump met with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni at the White House Thursday, where the two discussed trade, tariffs, and transatlantic security—but Meloni left without winning any concessions on U.S. tariffs.
President Donald Trump met with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni at the White House Thursday, where the two discussed trade, tariffs, and transatlantic security—but Meloni left without winning any concessions on U.S. tariffs.
Hope Florida hosts hearings on funding
Hope Florida hosted its first board meeting since a scandal erupted surrounding the program. State lawmakers are holding hearings into how money from a state Medicaid settlement was funneled through the foundation into a political action committee controlled by the governor's top ally. FOX 35's Evan Axelbank reports some state lawmakers say it's possible laws were broken.
Hope Florida hosted its first board meeting since a scandal erupted surrounding the program. State lawmakers are holding hearings into how money from a state Medicaid settlement was funneled through the foundation into a political action committee controlled by the governor's top ally. FOX 35's Evan Axelbank reports some state lawmakers say it's possible laws were broken.
Florida one step closer to banning fluoride in water
Florida is one step closer to banning fluoride in its water. The state senate passed a bill last night to prevent local cities and counties from using the additive. However, it's not a done deal yet, because the bill still has to pass the house. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay explains why some lawmakers are calling the bill "a joke."
Florida is one step closer to banning fluoride in its water. The state senate passed a bill last night to prevent local cities and counties from using the additive. However, it's not a done deal yet, because the bill still has to pass the house. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay explains why some lawmakers are calling the bill "a joke."
Rep. Yassamin Ansari plans trip to El Salvador to demand return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
The Supreme Court has ruled that Kilmar Abrego Garcia should be returned to the United States after he was deported to a prison in El Salvador and one Arizona Representative is working to make sure that happens.
The Supreme Court has ruled that Kilmar Abrego Garcia should be returned to the United States after he was deported to a prison in El Salvador and one Arizona Representative is working to make sure that happens.
State Department shuts down disinformation office targeting Russia, China, Iran
The State Department has shut down the Global Engagement Center, an office that identified disinformation from Russia, China and Iran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the center’s work had crossed into censoring Americans.
The State Department has shut down the Global Engagement Center, an office that identified disinformation from Russia, China and Iran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the center’s work had crossed into censoring Americans.
Federal judge finds probable cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt
A federal judge has found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in criminal contempt of court.
A federal judge has found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in criminal contempt of court.
FULL: Florida Gov. DeSantis advocates for law enforcement
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, at the Florida Highway Patrol Station in Fort Myers. DeSantis was joined by Dave Kerner, executive director of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and the two spoke on the importance of law enforcement in the community.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, at the Florida Highway Patrol Station in Fort Myers. DeSantis was joined by Dave Kerner, executive director of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and the two spoke on the importance of law enforcement in the community.
Judge scraps Biden-era rule capping credit card late fees: What to know
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
Trump admin refers NY AG James for possible prosecution over mortgage fraud allegations
New York Attorney General Letitia James has been hit with shocking allegations by the Trump administration, accusing her of mortgage fraud.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has been hit with shocking allegations by the Trump administration, accusing her of mortgage fraud.
Activist, former athlete Riley Gaines speaks out against Maine's transgender policies
Attorney General Pamela Bondi hosted a press conference Wednesday morning at the United States Department of Justice to announce a civil lawsuit against Maine in an effort to challenge the state's policy regarding transgender athletes competing in girls' and women's sports. This comes after Maine said it would not comply with the federal government's demands to ban transgender athletes from girls? sports, a move that would violate state law. At the event, Bondi was joined by several key speakers, including former athlete and anti-trans activist Riley Gaines.
Attorney General Pamela Bondi hosted a press conference Wednesday morning at the United States Department of Justice to announce a civil lawsuit against Maine in an effort to challenge the state's policy regarding transgender athletes competing in girls' and women's sports. This comes after Maine said it would not comply with the federal government's demands to ban transgender athletes from girls? sports, a move that would violate state law. At the event, Bondi was joined by several key speakers, including former athlete and anti-trans activist Riley Gaines.
FULL: DOJ files lawsuit against Maine over transgender policies
Attorney General Pamela Bondi hosted a press conference Wednesday morning at the United States Department of Justice to announce enforcement actions against the state of Maine for violating Title IX. Bondi says a civil lawsuit will be filed against Maine over its transgender policies. This comes after Maine said it would not comply with the federal government's demands to ban transgender athletes from girls? sports, a move that would violate state law. Supporters of President Donald Trump?s executive order argue it protects the integrity of women?s sports under Title IX, which a federal law prohibiting sex-based discrimination.
Attorney General Pamela Bondi hosted a press conference Wednesday morning at the United States Department of Justice to announce enforcement actions against the state of Maine for violating Title IX. Bondi says a civil lawsuit will be filed against Maine over its transgender policies. This comes after Maine said it would not comply with the federal government's demands to ban transgender athletes from girls? sports, a move that would violate state law. Supporters of President Donald Trump?s executive order argue it protects the integrity of women?s sports under Title IX, which a federal law prohibiting sex-based discrimination.
Democratic senator going to El Salvador to visit deported man
Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen said said he?ll go to El Salvador "to show solidarity" if President Donald Trump doesn?t secure the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia ? a Salvadoran national living in Maryland, who was deported in what Trump officials have acknowledged was an "administrative error." FOX News Correspondent Griff Jenkins joins FOX 35 Orlando to talk this and other political headlines.
Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen said said he?ll go to El Salvador "to show solidarity" if President Donald Trump doesn?t secure the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia ? a Salvadoran national living in Maryland, who was deported in what Trump officials have acknowledged was an "administrative error." FOX News Correspondent Griff Jenkins joins FOX 35 Orlando to talk this and other political headlines.