Ron DeSantis
Federal appeals court blocks closure and dismantling of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
September 4, 2025 | 6:07pmFlorida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis confirmed that the facility is “open for business,” shortly after the appeals court ruling.
Florida will eliminate 'immoral' childhood vaccine mandates: 'People have a right to make their own decisions'
September 3, 2025 | 1:02pm"We're getting government out of the way, getting government out of your lives," the lieutenant governor said.
Feds lose bid to pause Obama judge-ordered closure of Alligator Alcatraz while they appeal
August 28, 2025 | 12:38pmThe federal government has lost a bid to pause the wind-down of Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" while it appeals and as the detainee population has dwindled to around just 100.
DeSantis slams California Democrat over claim 'Diary of Anne Frank' banned in Florida
August 26, 2025 | 1:08pmFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed back against claims on Monday that the state banned Anne Frank's famous World War II-era diary, noting it's actually on the state's recommended reading list.
Petition supporting illegal migrant trucker accused of killing 3 people gets 2.2 million signatures
August 24, 2025 | 11:38am"This was a tragic accident — not a deliberate act. While accountability matters, the severity of the charges against him does not align with the circumstances of the incident," the...
Federal judge orders some parts of 'Alligator Alcatraz’ must be dismantled within 60 days – can no longer admit new detainees
August 21, 2025 | 11:25pmThe Obama-appointed judges order barred state and federal officials from “bringing any additional persons” to Alligator Alcatraz “who were not already being detained at the site at the time of...
Federal judge orders construction pause at Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ migrant detention center
August 7, 2025 | 10:23pm“It is another attempt to prevent the President from fulfilling the American people’s mandate for mass deportations,” a DHS spokeswoman said.
Several states consider redrawing congressional maps after Texas kicks off fight
August 6, 2025 | 5:28amGerrymandering is the process of changing congressional maps to ensure one party’s victory over another.
Ron DeSantis declares 'Hulk Hogan Day' in Florida with flags flown at half-staff
July 31, 2025 | 10:12pmThe Hulkster is getting his day in the sunshine.
DHS begins flying migrants out of Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ DeSantis announces
July 25, 2025 | 1:27pmFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Homeland Security has started flying migrants out of the "Alligator Alcatraz" detention facility.
These 3 Dems are getting support in early 2028 presidential primary poll -- with one clear frontrunner
July 14, 2025 | 10:15pmKamala Harris, who lost the 2024 race in a landslide to President Trump, received 26% support from Democrats and Democrat-leaning voters in the survey conducted by Echelon Insights.
Supreme Court blocks Florida law banning illegal immigrants from the Sunshine State
July 9, 2025 | 9:20pmThe law makes it a misdemeanor offense to enter Florida as an illegal immigrant.
Susie Wiles says her 'nasty' spat with DeSantis is in 'rearview mirror': 'He's a good governor'
July 9, 2025 | 6:00amWhite House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles downplayed the past rancor between her and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R), stressing that drama is in her "rearview mirror" now while hailing his...
Gov. Ron DeSantis warns Elon Musk about running 'America Party' candidates against GOP: ‘Democrats would win’
July 7, 2025 | 11:07pm“I think Washington needs to be overhauled 100%, but I just don’t think a third party is going to do it,” DeSantis said.
Stark first photos from inside Trump's 'Alligator Alcatraz' reveal bleak digs for up to 5,000 migrants
July 1, 2025 | 5:20pmThe first photos of President Donald Trump's "Alligator Alcatraz" give a bleak inside look at the new migrant center deep in the Florida Everglades -- as authorities prepare to stash...
Trump praises DeSantis after pair traded ruthless barbs – reveals rating for current relations
July 1, 2025 | 3:40pmPresident Trump raved Tuesday about Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis – trading the ruthless personal attacks he leveled at him in last year’s race for kinder words during a tour of...
Trump says 'son of a bitch' Biden ‘wanted me in here’ while touring newly opened Alligator Alcatraz lockup
July 1, 2025 | 2:30pmTrump, 79, faced four criminal cases as he campaigned against Biden last year for a second non-consecutive term.
I fled NYC for Florida — sorry, Mamdani-fearing Democrats, we're full!
June 30, 2025 | 8:15pmLiberal New Yorkers who see Mamdani as a bridge too far are eyeing the Sunshine State as a refuge. This Floridian says: Sorry, we’re full.
Hochul ripped for doing 'nothing' to evacuate NYers stranded in Israel as missiles from Iran rain down
June 21, 2025 | 8:45amFrantic calls to Hochul’s office this week went unanswered, according to those trying to get their relatives home.
DeSantis raises concerns about Trump's negotiations with Iran: 'Hazardous'
May 29, 2025 | 10:35amThe Florida governor voiced skepticism over the president negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, arguing that the theocratic regime can't be trusted.