Todd Blanche confirmed as attorney general

Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, has been confirmed as the next U.S. attorney general in a narrow 50-49 vote.

Florida to rewrite property tax amendment ballot language after judge's ruling

Florida officials are rewriting the ballot language for a proposed property tax cut after a judge ruled the original wording was misleading and contained political rhetoric.

Former Florida federal prosecutor sues DOJ, says he was fired over past Trump criticism

A former federal prosecutor in South Florida is suing the Justice Department, alleging he was fired because of comments he made about President Donald Trump years before joining the government.

Florida governor candidates address voters ahead of primary election
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In the final stretch before the Aug. 18 primary election, Florida candidates—including Congressman Byron Donalds—are meeting with voters across the state. Speaking at an Altamonte Springs restaurant on Aug. 7, Donalds addressed insurance reform, expanding career opportunities for workers without college degrees, and streamlining construction permits.

Chris Messina's plan for Orange County
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Chris Messina, candidate for Orange County Mayor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live in studio to discuss his plan for Orange County, the Orlando Dreamers and his support for eliminating property taxes.

DOJ: Duke Law illegally used race in consideration for admission

The Justice Department accused Duke University’s law school of wrongfully using race-based factors in its admissions process, as the Trump administration continues its enforcement on diversity practices in higher education.

Trump mulls executive order on vaccines and autism: report

The Trump administration is considering an executive order to explore potential links between vaccines and autism, reopening an issue despite years of scientific evidence showing no connection between the two.

Trump administration moves to decertify Kentucky organ donation group

The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.

Mayra Uribe's plan for Orange County Mayor
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FOX35 is speaking to Orange County Mayoral Candidates as the race continues. Commissioner Mayra Uribe sat down with FOX35's Garrett Wymer to talk about her transportation plans and her take on the potential plan to bring the Dreamers team to Orlando. 

New Mexico sues federal government for release of Epstein files

New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice, alleging the federal agency unlawfully refused to hand over unredacted documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

Mitch McConnell discharged from rehab, will continue recovery at home

Sen. Mitch McConnell says he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue intensive physical therapy at home following a fall that led to weeks of treatment.

Rep. Chuck Edwards ends campaign after ethics committee cites inappropriate conduct

North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards announced Wednesday that he is ending his reelection campaign, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured.

Dr. Fauci held in contempt of Congress by Senate committee

A Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after his recent testimony before lawmakers during which he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights more than one hundred times.

Republican candidates clash in District 7 congressional debate

The four Republican candidates seeking Florida's 7th Congressional District seat met Wednesday night for their first and only debate of the primary campaign.

Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.

Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations

The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.

Tiffany Moore Russell's plan for Orange Co. Mayor
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Tiffany Moore Russell, Orange County Clerk of Courts joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to share the state of her campaign for Orange County Mayor and the big issues she plans to address, from her perspective on making Orange County and Central Florida more affordable, cutting property taxes to whether she supports the Orlando Dreamers in their quest for nearly $1 billion to build a new MLB-caliber stadium.

Michigan primary results: How the progressive candidates did

Michigan’s primary results are in, and the three progressive candidates backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders all won their respective races Tuesday night.