Potential effects of Trump’s tariffs on Florida

Ron DeSantis addresses a crowd while President Donald Trump watches at a rally in Tampa, Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by jctabb The globe reacted when the administration of President Donald Trump declared it would impose 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Florida-based companies prepared for market effects, ranging from importers and exporters

As residents seek relief, the condo fees situation in Florida may lead to the “next wave of homeless people”

Residential Condominium in Surfside, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Blueee77 A new building safety law that was passed in the wake of the catastrophic Surfside collapse has left Florida condominium owners with crippling fines, and one politician is warning that this could lead to the “next wave of homeless people.” As a result,

During the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers’ visit, Trump stays focused on hockey and steers clear of tariff discussions

Trump meets with Stanley Cup Champions – Aerial View on FLA Live Arena, formerly known as BB&T Center – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by YES Market Media President Donald Trump toasted the NHL’s defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers at the White House on Monday, largely focusing on sports and avoiding any discussion of tariffs.

Information regarding Tuesday’s special primary elections in Florida

Florida primary elections – Matt Gaetz – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Phil Mistry In order to replace former Representative Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) in the first congressional district and President Trump’s national security advisor Mike Waltz in the sixth congressional district, Florida will host two special election primaries on Tuesday. The emergency general elections, scheduled

Florida lawmakers present a new immigration plan and chastise Governor DeSantis

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis chastised over immigration plan – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Hunter Crenian The Republican-controlled Florida Legislature, which will revise immigration rules this week, chastised Governor Ron DeSantis on Monday for overriding a veto of last year’s budget. DeSantis called for a special legislative session, which the House and Senate swiftly concluded

Leaders from South Florida, including the mayor of Miami, will attend Trump’s inauguration

President Donald J. Trump – Credit: Gage Skidmore Many people traveled from South Florida to attend President Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington on Monday, making the Sunshine State well-represented. Other South Floridians were also in attendance, but Miami U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, Trump’s choice for Secretary of State, took center stage at Monday’s ceremony. While

Ron DeSantis works to change Florida law to comply with Trump’s anticipated immigration reform

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by YES Market Media “We are here to help,” Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is making clear to the incoming Trump administration. DeSantis convened a special session of his state’s legislature on Monday in part to enact a comprehensive immigration measure that will try to comply with

What to know about new Florida laws that go into effect on January 1st

A gavel with the Floridan flag in the background. Photo: niroworld/Shutterstock.com On January 1, 2025, nine new Florida laws will go into effect, ranging from prohibiting children under the age of 14 from having social media accounts to prohibiting them from pestering first responders. Safeguarding Children Online This law forbids regulated social media companies from

Amid rumors that she would run for the Florida Senate seat, Lara Trump reveals she is leaving her position as co-chair of the RNC

Lara Trump waving in front of American flag – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Jonah Elkowitz Lara Trump declared on X that she would be leaving her position as co-chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC), stating that the RNC had three specific objectives during her tenure, all of which had been achieved. She began

DeSantis is being considered by Trump to be the defense secretary. What political ramifications does it have for Florida?

Ron DeSantis addresses a crowd while President Donald Trump watches at a rally in Tampa, Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by jctabb The potential departure of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis from Tallahassee to lead the Department of Defense is causing political upheaval in the Sunshine State. According to three people familiar with the matter,