Democrats lock up Florida legislative seats, running unopposed ahead of Friday deadline
Eleven candidates, mostly incumbents, won legislative races Friday as they did not draw opponents before a qualifying deadline, while the Florida Democratic Party hit a goal of having candidates vie for every seat up for election.
Sunday last early voting day in Orlando District 5
Sunday is the last day for early voting in Orlando’s special election for District 5 commissioner. Two candidates are vying for the seat, Shaniqua Rose and Travaris McCurdy.
CNN finalizes rules for first Biden vs. Trump debate, RFK Jr. could still qualify
CNN has finalized the rules for the first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle, which is less than two weeks away.
Bump stock ban struck down by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has struck down a nationwide ban on bump stocks, a gun accessory that helps semi-automatic weapons fire like machine guns. It was used in the nation's deadliest mass shooting.
Alex Jones’ personal assets to be sold to help pay Sandy Hook debt as judge decides Infowars’ fate
A federal judge on Friday ordered the liquidation of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones ′ personal assets and was still deciding on his company’s separate bankruptcy case.
'Right to IVF Act' blocked by Senate Republicans in latest battle
Senate Republicans blocked the Right to IVF Act, a bill championed by Sen. Tammy Duckworth to establish a nationwide right for women to access IVF and other fertility treatments, with the vote highlighting political differences on reproductive care ahead of the upcoming election.
Trump has 'sort of a pretty good idea' of VP pick; may announce during RNC
"During the convention," Trump said Thursday when asked about the announcement. "There were some good people and, we have some very good people."
Trump's Milwaukee 'horrible city' controversy; leaders respond
Former President Donald Trump used the phrase "horrible city" when talking about Milwaukee during a private meeting with House Republicans on Thursday, June 13. Now, Mr. Trump is explaining the words.
Abortion pill case: Supreme Court rejects limits to mifepristone access
In a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a push to restrict access to mifepristone, a medication used for abortions.
DeSantis slams ruling overturning Florida law on gender-affirming care
Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state will appeal a ruling by a federal judge invalidating much of a Florida law that banned minors from receiving gender-affirming care and placed restrictions on adults seeking such treatment.
Advocates of gender-affirming care react after judge strikes down Florida law: 'Gives people a lot of hope'
A federal judge has struck down a Florida law that bans minors from receiving gender-affirming care. The law also places restrictions on adults trying to access care.
Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson eyes State Senate seat
Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson has filed paperwork to run for a state Senate seat after dropping a bid for the U.S. Senate, according to the Florida Division of Elections website.
Alito agrees U.S. should return to 'place of godliness' in secret recording, filmmaker claims
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito questioned the possibility of left-right compromise and agreed that the U.S. should return "to a place of godliness" in a secretly recorded conversation posted by filmmaker Lauren Windsor.
Florida law blocking treatment for transgender children thrown out by a federal judge
A federal judge on Tuesday struck down a 2023 Florida law that blocked gender-affirming care for transgender minors and severely restricted such treatment for adults, calling the statute unconstitutional.
From Adams to Biden: Presidential families and their scandals
Hunter Biden may be the first child of a sitting president to be convicted of a crime, but he's far from the only presidential relative to spark scandal.
Hunter Biden: a timeline of controversies and legal battles
Hunter Biden, the son of U.S. President Joe Biden, has been convicted of three felony charges related to a 2018 gun purchase, marking the latest in a series of personal and public controversies throughout his life, including early childhood tragedy and ongoing legal battles.
Hunter Biden found guilty in gun trial
Hunter Biden has been convicted of all three felony charges in his federal gun trial in Delaware.
Rudy Giuliani's mugshot released as he's accused in Arizona's fake electors scheme
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office released Rudy Giuliani's mugshot on June 10 as he's accused in Arizona's fake electors scheme.
Trump completes pre-sentencing interview after less than 30 minutes of questioning
Former President Donald Trump was scheduled for a pre-sentencing interview with a probation officer Monday after his hush money trial conviction last month, according to sources.
Social media post claims Trump juror discussed guilty verdict before it was delivered
The Facebook post says, "My cousin is a juror and says Trump is getting convicted! Thank you folks for all your hard work!!!!"