Following weeks of denials, Florida lawmakers finally visit Alligator Alcatraz

Alligator Alcatraz – Pictured: Gator in the Florida Everglades — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Thierry Eidenweil Lawmakers from Florida were given their first tour of Alligator Alcatraz, a brand-new migrant detention center in the Everglades. For weeks, Democratic lawmakers had been requesting a tour of the prison after detainees complained about “inhumane” conditions. To gain entry,

Overview of ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ a Florida migrant detention facility in operation

Alligator Alcatraz – Aerial View of Florida Everglades at Sunset Hour – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by ocudrone Because of its closeness to the top predators, Florida officials are renaming an Everglades airfield “Alligator Alcatraz” and converting it into a migrant detention facility. In a video posted on X last week, Florida Attorney General James

Following Trump’s announcement of U.S. strikes on Iran, Florida officials increase security

Courtesy: Evan El-Amin- Shutterstock: President Donald Trump with a serious look as he delivers a speech at a campaign rally In Florida, where he has close ties, President Donald Trump’s declaration that the United States has attacked three Iranian nuclear facilities has caused a stir both domestically and internationally. On social media on Saturday night,

In one of the biggest immigration raids in Florida, ICE detains more than 100 people

ICE detains over 100 in Florida immigration raid (not pictured) – Police Pulls Over Vehicle – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Michael O’Keene One of Florida’s worst one-day immigration raids resulted in the arrest of over 100 persons at a construction site in Tallahassee on May 29. The setting was characterized as tense, with some

“Go Trump”: While some Florida consumers support tariffs, others are concerned

Tariffs – Pictured: Donald J. Trump at rally – Courtesy: Shutterstock by Matt Smith Shoppers and small businesses in Gainesville, Florida, a small city in the state’s north-central region, are preparing for the effects of Trump’s broad tariffs. Last week, the Trump administration imposed a base tax of 10 percent on almost all nations worldwide,

Two House seats are up for vote in the Florida special elections, which present a crucial test for the GOP today

Special elections – Hand of a person casting a ballot at a polling station during voting. Photo and Caption: Alexandru Nika/Shutterstock.com Two safe Republican congressional districts in Florida that have seen significant Democratic money are up for special elections today. Since President Trump removed Rep. Elise Stefanik’s name from consideration for U.N. ambassador in order

In Trump territory, GOP ‘concern’ continues ahead of the Florida special elections

Special Elections – Pictured: Florida Senate – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Cheri Alguire Following special elections in Florida next week, Republicans hope to increase their House majority by two seats, providing GOP leaders some leeway in a sharply split legislature. However, they may be waiting for the polls to conclude on Tuesday. Next week, voters will

Florida continues to advance legislation in the Gulf of America

Courtesy: Evan El-Amin- Shutterstock – President Donald Trump with a serious look as he delivers a speech at a rally Florida is on the verge of becoming the first state to enact legislation that would follow the Trump administration’s plan to rename the Gulf of America. Republicans want to take the lead in complying with

Ron DeSantis challenges Trump’s choice and promotes his wife as the next governor of Florida

Courtesy: Joe Raedle/Getty Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis As his second term draws to a close, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is promoting his wife, Casey DeSantis, as a possible successor in 2026. Additionally, he is challenging President Donald Trump’s choice for the next governor. In response to questions from reporters in Tampa on Monday, DeSantis contended

Everglades and other Florida parks are affected by national park cutbacks

National parks – Aerial View of Florida Everglades at Sunset Hour – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by ocudrone Following the Trump administration’s massive cuts to the National Park Service this month, employees at a number of Florida national parks, including Big Cypress and the Everglades, were let go. Why it matters: Layoffs may result in