Hurricane Debby Hits Florida

Hurricane Debby hit the Big Bend coast of Florida, leaving 4 dead and 300,000 without power. The storm caused flooding, uprooted trees, and knocked down power lines. Governor DeSantis promised restoration efforts and safety precautions for residents.

Potential Surge of Haitian Migrants to Florida

Florida officials are preparing for a potential surge of Haitian migrants by sending law enforcement officers and Guard troops to intercept any migrants attempting to come to the U.S. by boat. Some believe the response is more about politics than preparedness.

Deportation of Illegal Immigrant Accused of Rape and Sexual Abuse

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis fought to detain an illegal immigrant accused of rape and sexual abuse in Oregon after federal authorities initially walked back a detainer. The suspect, a Guatemalan national, was wanted on charges in Oregon but was released because he did not meet ICE's current enforcement priorities. DeSantis intervened to ensure the suspect was taken into custody and is now anticipating his deportation.

NAACP calls for boycott of Florida universities over DEI crackdown

NAACP calls on Black student athletes to boycott Florida universities due to the state's crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has passed regulations limiting public funding for DEI programs in public universities.

Florida House Bill on Homelessness

Florida House lawmakers passed a bill to prevent homeless people from sleeping in public and require local governments to fund homeless camps, supported by Governor Ron DeSantis. The bill aims to address homelessness and keep streets clean, with a focus on providing designated areas for sleeping or camping with necessary facilities.