Associated PressThe House is looking into the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Here’s what could happen next
Twists and turns abound.
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Jacob OglesAlex Lanfranconi returns to Gov. DeSantis office as Communications Director
He most recently headed the communications shop for West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey.
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Immigration judges fired by White House will fight back
Amid case backlog, some judges have lost their positions.
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Former Ron DeSantis pollster critiques methodology of poll with Casey DeSantis ahead of Byron Donalds ‘dead wrong’
Ryan Tyson’s The American Promise said a UNF survey’s reliance on non-Primary voters undermines the results.
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Alex Lanfranconi returns to Gov. DeSantis office as Communications Director
He most recently headed the communications shop for West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey.
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Rick Scott flies banner over New York encouraging capitalists to escape from Zohran Mamdani to Florida
Advertising will fly over Empire State beaches.with the message: “Hate Socialism? Us too! Move 2 FL”
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Peter SchorschPersonnel note: Gov. DeSantis taps Chad Kunde as new Deputy Legislative Affairs Director
Kunde previously served as Director of Business Climate and Governance Policy at the Florida Chamber of Commerce.
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Governor recommends spokesman Bryan Griffin to lead VISIT FLORIDA
‘He is the best candidate for the role.’
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Drew WilsonAdele Creative expands and rebrands to ADELE
Valerie Wickboldt is coming aboard as Chief Strategy Officer.
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‘Suspend this monster’: Toby Overdorf demands action following James Taylor arrest
Taylor is accused of sending sexually explicit images to a 12-year-old girl.
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Gabrielle RussonGov. DeSantis sets his sights on Manatee County for next financial audit
DeSantis and newly appointed CFO Blaise Ingoglia are taking aim at the county.
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Drew DixonFlorida Chamber mid-year economic report touts growing GDP in the Sunshine State
While Florida’s GDP is on the upswing, the pricey housing market is a major concern for attracting more workers.
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Office of Insurance Regulation, UF urge storm hardening for homeowners in new report
Technology and materials can limit risk.
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Florida Municipal Electric Association elects new executive leadership team
Ed Liberty, electric utility director for the City of Lake Worth Beach, will serve as President.
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Casey DeSantis: ‘We’re at war with cancer and we need to win’
‘We want to build an integrated statewide approach that drives long term progress.’
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Gov. DeSantis still vetting LG candidates, won’t offer time frame for appointment
Don’t expect it ‘today or tomorrow.’
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New Administration
Jesse SchecknerIn Jeffrey Epstein furor, Donald Trump struggles to shake off a controversy his allies once stoked
‘I don’t want to talk about that.’
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Request to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts likely to disappoint, ex-prosecutors say
It may take weeks or even months for judges to rule on the release of additional files related to Epstein.
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Will new IRS Commissioner Billy Long rescind Joe Biden-era economic substance doctrine?
Fiscal watchdogs and business groups say without the change, small businesses could still face abusive audits.
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State Department fires 1,300 employees as part of mass reorganization
Marco Rubio said some cuts will be unfilled positions or those that are about to be vacated because of buyouts.
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Donald Trump comes to Pam Bondi’s defense amid uproar over Jeffrey Epstein files
‘I can’t believe you’re asking a question on Epstein at a time like this.’
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Donald Trump sets 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, new import taxes on 12 other nations
Some tariffs appear to be an attempt to box China in from trading to the U.S> through partner nations.
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Donald Trump judicial nominee denies advising Justice Dept. lawyers to ignore court orders
Testifying during a separate hearing Wednesday, Attorney General Pam Bondi called the whistleblower’s timing ‘suspect.’
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Former SCOFLA justices accuse Pam Bondi of ethical misconduct in Florida Bar complaint
The Department of Justice called them less intelligent or original ‘than sheep.’
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Brian Hughes to become NASA Chief of Staff
He isn’t the only new NASA leader with strong ties to Florida.
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Donald Trump taps Bernie Navarro as the next Ambassador to Peru
The Benworth Capital founder is a long-time friend and ally of Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
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Donald Trump issues edict against ‘useless’ water conservation standards
The President rolls back a 20th century law in his fight against the ‘green’ agenda.
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Immigration Enforcement
Immigration judges fired by White House will fight back
Amid case backlog, some judges have lost their positions.
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Deportation flights from Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center have begun, Gov. DeSantis says
The Governor thinks more can be done, but the process has started.
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Gov. DeSantis says 100 detainees have been flown out of Alligator Alcatraz
Republicans were quick to defend the controversial Everglades detention center for illegal immigrants.
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Gripes about ‘toasted hoagies’ at Alligator Alcatraz drive Ron DeSantis to evaluate sub sandwich shops
Cheesesteaks were among the tasty topics d’jour.
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James Uthmeier appeals Judge’s ruling holding him in contempt over immigration law
Uthmeier has sounded defiant as he has posted on social media and done interviews regarding the case.
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Gov. DeSantis says he doesn’t know whether Alligator Alcatraz inmates are being denied access to lawyers
The ACLU and others are suing, claiming inmates are being denied due process and access to legal services.
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2026
Former Ron DeSantis pollster critiques methodology of poll with Casey DeSantis ahead of Byron Donalds ‘dead wrong’
Ryan Tyson’s The American Promise said a UNF survey’s reliance on non-Primary voters undermines the results.
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Donald Trump endorses Ashley Moody’s return to U.S. Senate
Trump’s backing likely seals the Primary for her.
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Donald Trump wants Joe Gruters to head Republican National Committee
The likely means the Sarasota Republican will end his campaign for Chief Financial Officer.
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‘An ideal candidate’: Pia Dandiya’s CD 21 bid adds nods from Dave Aronberg, Patrick Murphy
‘Pia is the Democrat who can win this seat and deliver real results.’
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Jayden D’Onofrio launches bid to succeed Mike Gottlieb in HD 102, promises ‘real solutions’ to Florida’s problems
‘We deserve leaders who will focus on real solutions and restore people’s faith in what’s possible. That’s what this campaign is all about.’
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Darren McAuley flies into race to challenge Laurel Lee in CD 15
‘I’m reporting for duty once again, and the stakes could not be higher.’
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Federal
The House is looking into the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Here’s what could happen next
Twists and turns abound.
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‘Disastrous mismanagement’: Rick Scott resumes Fed critiques
The Naples Republican has plenty to say about this topic.
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AP poll: How views of the Supreme Court have changed since 2022 abortion ruling
Concern that the court has too much power is rising.
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House Ethics Committee reauthorizes investigation of Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick
The development was largely administrative, but means allegations will continue to follow the Representative.
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Ashley Moody and other lawmakers seek increased efforts to block scams targeting seniors
The Senate Special Committee on Aging is pushing to block the international fraud groups.
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Fed gives reporters rare look at its $2.5B renovation project as tensions flare before Donald Trump visit
The visit is an attempt to further ratchet up pressure on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whom the Trump has relentlessly attacked for not cutting borrowing costs.
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South Florida
‘Troubling’: Miami-Dade Mayor demands access, transparency at Alligator Alcatraz
Among other things, she’s seeking remote video monitoring or third-party oversight of the facility.
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G. Holmes Braddock, longtime Miami-Dade School Board leader, ‘titan in education,’ dies at 100
‘His legacy of dedication and service to our students and community will forever be remembered and cherished.’
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Miami Beach chapter of AFSCME endorses ‘tireless advocate’ Laura Dominguez for re-election
‘Laura understands that strong public services start with a respected and supported workforce.’
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Prominent Miami defense attorney Roy Black dies, represented William Kennedy Smith, Jeffrey Epstein
The defense attorney also represented Rush Limbaugh and Justin Bieber in high-profile cases.
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Doral off the hook for county trash incinerator site, but could still be responsible for costs
Details on the pending project are fluid and could include multiple facilities.
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Gov. DeSantis taps prosecutor Michael Porter to succeed Judge whose son robbed a smoke shop
‘I welcome that opportunity and believe I have valuable insight to contribute.’
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Culture Wars
Anti-abortion Congress members, organizations condemn threats against Kat Cammack
Allies are rallying in support of the legislator amid attacks from the left.
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Poll: 3 years after Roe ended, nearly two-thirds of U.S. adults say abortion should be legal in all or most cases
Sixty-four percent of U.S. adults support legal abortion in most or all cases.
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James Uthmeier joins 17 Attorneys General in legal fight for public prayer in high school sports
The case centers on an FHSAA decision to block prayer from being aired on a public address system in 2015.
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James Uthmeier investigating drag show at wine bar owned by Vero Beach Vice Mayor
Uthmeier is looking into advertising to children for the drag queen event in late June.
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Ron DeSantis: Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell didn’t act alone
‘There were obviously other people involved, and yet no one’s been brought to justice.’
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Searching for pennies: With the cut in federal funding public broadcasters are looking to cope
‘This is important for families, to have access to content that they don’t have to pay for.’
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Foreign Affairs
Donald Trump administration imposes limits on Mexican flights and threatens Delta alliance in trade dispute
Delta Airlines says move by President would significantly harm consumers.
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Marco Rubio says U.S. and Russia have exchanged new ideas for Ukraine peace talks
‘We’re going to continue to stay involved where we see opportunities to make a difference.’
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Rick Scott supports Donald Trump decision to wax Brazil with tariffs
The tax will be reciprocated.
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Emails & Opinions
Takeaways from Tallahassee — Big Bucks on Back-to-School
It’s back-to-school season, which means it’s time to shop!
Apolitical
At 102, Delray Beach D-Day veteran looks forward to a long-delayed bar mitzvah
A remarkable life sees another milestone.
Can the Seminoles bounce back after a dreadful 2024 season?
After 10-loss season, Florida State eyes post-season contention.
Tech
What the FPL rate increase means to Floridians
The plan aims to balance the cost of significant infrastructure investments with long-term rate predictability for customers across the state.
Gov. DeSantis says Grok’s lack of knowledge about Florida sports shows holes in AI
The AI interface responded to the Governor’s claims, saying its knowledge is ‘continuously updated.’
Education
Education Dept. says it will release billions in remaining withheld grant money for schools
School superintendents had warned they would have to eliminate academic services without the money.
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Donald Trump’s settlement with Columbia could become a model for his campaign to reshape higher education
The deal is the first to settle a federal antisemitism investigation since Trump returned to office.
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UCF and Lockheed Martin’s partnership deepens to add more research, student opportunities
‘This partnership between UCF and Lockheed Martin is an example of how Florida leads in workforce education,’ Gov. DeSantis said.
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