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The Trump-Musk alliance implodes: From the Politics Desk
NBC News
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June 5, 2025
Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail. In today’s edition, we break down...
Florida sheriff arrested, removed from office in connection to criminal organization
WJHG - Florida
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June 5, 2025
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (WCJB) - The Osceola County Sheriff, Marcos R. Lopez is facing multiple charges with involvement of a massive Central Florida gambling operation. Attorney General James Uthmeier says in 2023 an investigation led by Homeland...
Legislative leaders remain positive on progress toward a new budget
The Center Square
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June 5, 2025
(The Center Square) – The leaders of the two chambers of the Florida Legislature struck an optimistic tone on Thursday as work continues on a budget deal. "We don't have a final product yet, but we both have the same goal," House Speaker Daniel...
'It shouldn't end in a nightmare': Boat explosion survivor calls for new safety legislation
WPTV 5 - Florida
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June 5, 2025
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — A West Palm Beach boat captain who survived a boat explosion is turning to WPTV for help to share his push for more lifesaving safety requirements --- fuel vapor detectors. WATCH BELOW Boat explosion survivor calls for new...
Mario Díaz-Balart addresses Cuban regime and legislative commitments
North Miami-Dade News - Florida
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June 4, 2025
Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart | Official U.S. House headshotCongressman Mario Diaz-Balart | Official U.S. House headshot Mario Díaz-Balart, a longstanding member of the U.S. Congress representing Florida's 26th District since 2003, shared his...
Florida sheriff accused of running illegal gambling scheme that generated over $21.6 million
WPBF - Florida
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June 5, 2025
A sheriff in Central Florida was arrested Thursday on accusations of operating an illegal gambling operation and public corruption scheme.Osceola County Sheriff Marcos R. Lopez was charged with racketeering and conspiracy to commit racketeering.He...
Florida sheriff accused of running illegal gambling scheme that generated over 21.6 million
WPBF - Florida
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June 5, 2025
Florida sheriff accused of running illegal gambling scheme that generated over 21.6 million Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 2:21 PM EDT Jun 5, 2025 A.M. WE ARE CONTINUING TO FOLLOW BREAKING NEWS OUT OF OSCEOLA COUNTY THIS HOUR. THE...
Republican turncoat announces Democrat bid for Florida governor’s seat
The Blaze
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June 5, 2025
On Thursday, a former Republican turned Democrat in Florida announced his gubernatorial run for 2026. David Jolly, who represented the Tampa Bay area in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2014 to 2017, is looking to take term-limited Governor...
Florida sheriff arrested in what's called 'massive illegal gambling operation'
United Press International (UPI)
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June 5 (UPI) -- Osceola County Florida Sheriff Marcos R. Lopez on Thursday faced felony charges for allegedly operating a massive gambling operation while illegally using his office to shield it. Law-enforcement officials said the gambling...
Former GOP Congressman David Jolly Running for Florida Governor as Democrat
WIOD - Florida
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A former Republican congressman is now the first Democrat to throw his hat into next year's race for governor. The G-O-P now holds a registration edge of more than a million voters, but David Jolly insists that it won't be the same political...
What gambling is legal and illegal in Florida?
FOX 35 Orlando - Florida
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FOX 35's Manny Martinez joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer outside of the site of the alleged gambling club the Florida Attorney General says was ran by Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez for almost five years up until 2024. The site is now set to...
Florida Enacts New Law To Enhance Autism Services And Support
1290 WJNO - Florida
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FLORIDA - A recently signed Florida law aims to improve early intervention and educational opportunities for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Governor Ron DeSantis approved Senate Bill 112, which extends the Early Steps...
Last Call for 6.5.25 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida
Florida Politics
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June 5, 2025
Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. Ed. Note — As Peter, Michelle and Ella mourn the loss of their beloved companion Beauregard, Sunburn will take a short hiatus and return to your inboxes early Monday morning....
Florida’s Budget Battle: A Breakdown of the Sticking Points
NewsRadio WFLA - Florida
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Southeast Politics Publisher Janelle Irwin Taylor joins The Ryan Gorman Show to discuss the budget battle going on in the Florida legislature. When do they expect to reach a deal? Janelle also gives us the latest on the Hope Florida scandal and...
Florida sheriff charged with racketeering in alleged massive gambling scheme
NBC News
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June 5, 2025
Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez and others are facing charges in connection with an alleged massive gambling operation in central Florida, Attorney General James Uthmeier's office said Thursday. Lopez was booked into the Lake County Jail on...
Budget conference: Senate only wants to cover 70% of costs for AP, IB and AICE courses
Florida Politics
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June 5, 2025
The Senate is warming to a new funding means for advanced courses allowing high school students to earn college credits. But the upper chamber has still only offered 70% of the funding calculated under a model in use for decades. A Senate PreK-12...
Former U.S. Rep. David Jolly announces run for Florida governor
ABC 7 WWSB - Florida
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June 5, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) - We are more than a year away from midterm elections, and we are starting to see a race for Florida’s governor. Thursday, former Tampa Congressman David Jolly announced he’s running for the...
Jeff Brandes: Not cruel enough — Florida’s prisons and the heat that punishes without mercy
Florida Politics
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June 5, 2025
“I was in prison, and you came to visit me.” — Matthew 25:36 The Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment. You’d think that would settle the question of whether a person should be left to endure 100-degree...
Florida Supreme Court To Review Recreational Marijuana Ballot Initiative
1290 WJNO - Florida
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FLORIDA - A renewed effort to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida has reached a pivotal stage, with the state Supreme Court set to review the proposed constitutional amendment for the 2026 ballot. The initiative, led by the political...
Florida tourism hit hard: Canadian visits plummet amid tariffs & tensions
Islander News - Florida
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With rising tariffs, visa delays, and changing global tourism patterns, Florida and other U.S. states are facing a serious decline in visitors. According to the U.S. Travel Association, international visits to the U.S. declined by 14% this March....