2 New York Democrats ousted from US House in primary losses:

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Man sentenced in scheme to defraud Rep. Gaetz’s father of $25 million: Stephen Alford has been sentenced to a little over five years in prison for his role in a ...

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Florida man sentenced to five years in prison in Gaetz extortion plot: A Florida man was sentenced to 63 months in prison on Monday for his involvement in a plot ...

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COVID Whistleblower Rebekah Jones Wins Appeal, Will Appear on Florida Democratic Primary Ballot

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Matt Gaetz Fraudster Stephen M. Alford Gets Five Years for $25 Million Scheme: Gaetz had used the complicated scheme to muddy the waters when news of the sex ...

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Gaetz staves off challenge in Florida House primary: Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) is projected to stave off a primary challenge from former FedEx executive Mark ...

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Florida man sentenced to 5 years in prison for plot to defraud Rep. Matt Gaetz's father

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Conservatives aim their fire at Texas Republican after ‘scumbags’ comment: The battle between Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) and the GOP’s right flank is heating ...

Quick Glance: House Republican Infighting Escalates Post Foreign Aid Vote

After passing a comprehensive $95 billion foreign aid package, intense disputes among House Republicans have heightened within the chamber.

Many Republican members are frustrated with colleagues who vote against laws instead of seeking compromises within the party.

A persistent bloc of Republicans advocates for ideological purity, insisting on a firm stance in negotiations with the Democrats.

The internal conflicts have spilled over into the campaign trail, with some Republicans advocating for measures against the hardline faction.

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Donald Trump picks a favorite in the crowded race for Miami-Dade County sheriff: Rosie Cordero-Stutz, an assistant director with Miami-Dade Police ...

miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/article287987405.html

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Trump spends more than a quarter of campaign donations on legal fees: Ex-president’s court cases have drained $76mn from his election coffers since January last ...

ft.com/content/962599e8-5306-4b14-b56a-034ffe2cb824

Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order

Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.

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11 Republican "fake electors" indicted for falsely declaring Trump won Arizona: Eighteen people including Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows and ...

apnews.com/article/arizona-fake-electors-charges-2020-election-9da5a7e58814ed55ceea1ca55401af85

Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona

Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.

They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.

The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.

The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.

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Apr 23

Biden condemns Florida’s 6-week abortion ban, blames Trump: President Biden on Tuesday condemned a six-week abortion ban in Florida that will take effect in a ...

thehill.com/homenews/administration/4616021-biden-condemns-florida-six-week-abortion-ban-blames-trump/

Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable

President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.

He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.

Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.

Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.

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Biden looks to use abortion rights to put Florida in play in November: President Joe Biden is heading to Florida on Tuesday where his team is seeking to leverage ...

cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/biden-abortion-rights-florida/

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Trump spends more than a quarter of campaign donations on legal fees: Ex-president’s court cases have drained $76mn from his election coffers since January last ...

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miamiherald.com/news/local/education/article287950545.html

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Broward Public Schools plans to install metal detectors in all high schools this fall

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Haley attracts more than 150K votes in Pennsylvania GOP primary, weeks after dropping bid

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4617482-pennsylvania-gop-primary-haley-votes/

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Apr 19

US appeals court split over Florida ban on Chinese citizens owning property: A U.S. appeals court on Friday appeared divided over whether to block a Florida law ...

reuters.com/legal/government/us-appeals-court-split-over-florida-ban-chinese-citizens-owning-property-2024-04-19/

Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'

Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.

Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.

Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.

HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.

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Apr 16

NASA confirms Florida house hit by a piece of ISS battery pack: Who needs aircon when you have NASA to punch holes through your home?

theregister.com/2024/04/16/nasa_debris_florida_house/

Quick Glance: Fragment of ISS Battery Hits Florida Residence

A confirmed piece of space debris hit a Florida home in March, originating from a discarded ISS battery pallet.

The fragment that entered the house of Alejandro Otero in Naples, Florida, pierced through the roof and crossed 2 floors.

Following thorough examination, the US space agency confirmed that the fragment was indeed part of the cargo pallet used to secure the batteries.

NASA intends to update its predictive models for object decay during re-entry and the ISS team will investigate the disposal of the cargo pallet to enhance understanding of the debris's survival.

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Veteran DEA agent sentenced to 4 years for leaking intelligence in Miami bribery conspiracy

apnews.com/article/dea-corruption-drugs-cocaine-narcotics-50f4fb2a37e3ddf14c2c98c463c00cf3

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Apr 19

Lauren Boebert Gets Support for Becoming House Speaker: Representative Matt Gaetz said he believes the congresswoman would do a better job in the role than ...

newsweek.com/lauren-boebert-gets-support-becoming-house-speaker-1892294

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Apr 19

St. Augustine man lights himself on fire outside Trump trial in New York: Maxwell Azzarello, 37, threw anti-government pamphlets before setting himself on fire ...

miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article287849505.html

Quick Glance: Hush Money Trial: Trump's Silent Encounter with Insults

Donald Trump has been forced to listen to potential jurors in his criminal hush money trial in New York openly criticize him.

Transitioning from a life of adulation to facing critics, Trump now experiences a different reality without the control he's accustomed to.

Previously shielded from critique, Trump now faces a trial with potential felony convictions and will have to endure listening to more criticism.

Potential jurors exhibited a range of opinions towards Trump, from admiration for his business acumen to open criticism of his persona and rhetoric.

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Apr 17

Disneyland performers file petition to form labor union: Workers who help bring Disneyland’s beloved characters to life have filed a petition to form a labor ...

apnews.com/article/disney-labor-performers-characters-union-california-051600690cdfaad7779e130a6e89b547

Quick Glance: Disneyland performers seek unionization

Performers who assist in bringing Disney's popular characters to life in the Southern California theme parks filed a petition on Wednesday to form a labor union.

The workers, including parade performers, character actors, and support staff at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, requested The Walt Disney Co. to recognize the union they are calling "Magic United."

A significant portion of the over 35,000 workers at the Disneyland Resort, which includes the theme parks, are already unionized. Parade and character workers announced their plans to unionize in February under the Actors' Equity Association.

Union membership in the U.S. has been declining for decades, but organizations have seen growing public support in recent years. The NLRB, which protects workers' rights, reported over 2,500 filings for union representation in the 2023 fiscal year, the highest number in eight years.

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Apr 22

Bricks of cocaine found in lamp offer clue into a Homestead woman’s deadly carjacking

sun-sentinel.com/2024/04/22/bricks-of-cocaine-found-in-lamp-offer-clue-into-a-homestead-womans-deadly-carjacking/

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Apr 23

Maxwell Frost on Earth Day calls Trump a ‘threat to our planet’: On Earth Day, progressive Democrat Maxwell Frost (Fla.) is calling former President Trump a ...

thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4612862-maxwell-frost-earth-day-trump-climate-change/

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Apr 19

Ethics Committee Wants to Know if Matt Gaetz Got High at Parties: ABC: The House committee has reportedly obtained a woman’s statement claiming the Republican ...

thedailybeast.com/ethics-committee-wants-to-know-if-matt-gaetz-got-high-at-parties-abc

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Huge sleeping alligator holds up flights at Florida air force base: A 10-foot-long alligator laying by a plane wheel chock at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida ...

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In Florida, an exodus of people fleeing rising anti-immigrant sentiment: Nearly a year ago, Florida passed one of the toughest immigration laws in the country ...

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Apr 24

The ‘Squad’s’ Summer Lee beats back primary challenge : Although it was not the only factor in the race, the Israel-Hamas war undoubtedly hovered over the ...

politico.com/news/2024/04/23/summer-lee-wins-primary-00154023

Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary

Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.

During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.

The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.

Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.

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Apr 24

Mike Johnson’s sons almost drowned after Mar-a-Lago meeting last year: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said his sons almost drowned after he had dinner with ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4616616-mike-johnsons-sons-almost-drowned-after-mar-a-lago-meeting-last-year/

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Apr 24

Trump wins Pennsylvania GOP primary: Former President Trump has won the GOP primary in Pennsylvania, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4616195-trump-wins-pennsylvania-gop-primary/

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Apr 20

Donald Trump rally in North Carolina canceled due to severe weather: Trump and Melania Trump also headlined dueling fundraisers on Saturday.

abcnews.go.com/Politics/donald-melania-trump-headline-dueling-fundraisers-north-carolina/story

Quick Glance: Trump Cancels Rally Due to Storm

Donald Trump had to cancel his planned rally in North Carolina due to a storm, highlighting the challenges the former president faces balancing legal issues with his campaign against President Joe Biden.

Despite the cancellation, the audience expressed frustration but understanding, supporting Trump's strategy of incorporating his court time into anti-establishment arguments.

It remains uncertain when Trump's next campaign appearance will be, as his New York trial may extend, restricting his ability to engage with voters. North Carolina holds significance as a battleground state for both Trump and Biden in the upcoming election.

Democrats criticized the Trump-Robinson pairing ahead of the rally, citing concerns about their stance on abortion rights. Both parties are striving to appeal to voters with contrasting messages in North Carolina.

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Apr 23

FBI arrests Jan. 6 fugitive in Clearwater: Victor Sean Dennison, 49, failed to show up to his trial in June 2023, records show.

tampabay.com/news/crime/2024/04/23/victor-sean-dennison-clearwater-florida-fbi-raid-woodlake-condos/

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Miami Herald

miamiherald.com/news/politics-government/article287848770.html

Apr 19

Abortion to top Biden’s agenda as he campaigns in Florida: His campaign highlighted concerns about how a new law will affect access to abortion for women across ...

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Apr 17

Alabama: Voters to decide primary runoffs in new Congressional District: Alabama voters have cast their ballots to decide party nominees for the state’s 2nd ...

apnews.com/article/alabama-2nd-congressional-district-primary-election-3c71c050841f20d751226463731868c7

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Apr 13

Abortion rally draws over 1,000 to Orlando for Yes On 4 kickoff: Saturday afternoon's event marked the official kickoff of the Yes On 4 campaign ...

orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/13/abortion-rally-draws-over-1000-to-orlando-to-kick-off-yes-on-4-campaign/

Quick Glance: Arizona GOP outlines alternative abortion strategy

Republican state legislators in Arizona are considering alternative ballot measures in response to a court ruling upholding a strict abortion ban.

The GOP's strategy document plans to provide voters with alternatives to the Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure.

Republicans aim to constitutionalize existing laws to discuss abortion policy.

The document outlines various scenarios, including 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' options for lawmakers.

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Apr 21

Are restaurant service charges a tipping point for change?: In growing numbers, mandatory fees are showing up on restaurant checks. What are they? And what does ...

orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/21/restaurant-service-charges-fees-tipping-controversy/

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Apr 19

GOP lawmaker blames ‘Gaetz and 7 useful idiots’ for House turmoil: Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) blamed Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and “seven useful idiots” for ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4604636-gop-rep-blames-gaetz-and-seven-useful-idiots-for-house-turmoil/

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Apr 17

Bob Graham, ex-US senator and Florida governor, dies at 87: Former Florida Sen. Bob Graham, who chaired the Intelligence Committee following the 2001 terrorist ...

apnews.com/article/bob-graham-dies-obituary-florida-senator-governor-80c4f1609e314eff981fcfae7d0b32ba

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The Gateway Pundit declaring bankruptcy amid voter misinformation lawsuit: The site is facing a lawsuit over accusations that it committed ballot fraud to alter ...

axios.com/2024/04/24/gateway-pundit-bankruptcy-lawsuit

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Axios (website)

axios.com/2024/04/20/abortion-arizona-florida-voter-registration-increase

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Abortion-rights groups see increased engagement after Arizona, Florida rulings: Democrats have seized on abortion as a winning issue in the post-Roe era.

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Apr 18

Kennedy Family Endorses Biden Against RFK Jr.: President Joe Biden will accept endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family as he aims ...

time.com/6968479/kennedy-family-endorse-joe-biden-rfk-jr/

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Apr 23

Republican Infighting Is Getting Uglier: GOP tensions over foreign spending and Speaker Mike Johnson have ramped up in recent months.

newsweek.com/republican-infighting-gop-mike-johnson-1892701

Quick Glance: Trump defends Johnson's handling of Ukraine vote

Former President Trump defended Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for bringing additional aid for Ukraine and other national security priorities to a vote in the House.

Trump mentioned the difficulty Johnson faced due to the GOP's narrow majority, stating that it was challenging to be too tough in such a situation.

The debate over providing billions in aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan divided House Republicans and led to calls from Trump allies for Johnson's removal as Speaker.

Johnson defied his conservative critics by moving forward with bills for overseas assistance, separate from a failed border security bill, emphasizing the importance of supporting democratic allies facing threats.

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Republicans are starting to worry about RFK Jr.: Even Donald Trump acknowledged Monday that the independent candidate "probably hurts both" Biden and ...

politico.com/news/2024/04/22/republicans-are-starting-to-worry-about-rfk-jr-00153763

Quick Glance: Trump Uncertain About Impact of RFK Jr. on Election

While publicly expressing confidence, Trump is unsure how independent presidential candidate RFK Jr. will influence the election.

An NBC News poll revealed Kennedy has a stronger negative impact on Trump than Biden, as Republicans view him more favorably.

Kennedy attracts voters from both major parties and faces criticism from both sides, creating a dynamic election campaign.

Democrats fear Kennedy's fame and political stances may jeopardize support for Biden, while Republicans criticize his environmental and anti-corporate positions.

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Apr 23

GOP lawmaker: You can’t call ‘for the eradication of Jews and think everything is going to be just okay’

thehill.com/homenews/house/4613351-gop-lawmaker-you-cant-call-for-the-eradication-of-jews-and-think-everything-is-going-to-be-just-okay/

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Apr 22

Some migrants flown by DeSantis to Martha’s Vineyard qualify for victim visas, feds say

miamiherald.com/news/politics-government/state-politics/article287896095.html

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Apr 22

Heat killed a Florida sugar farm worker. The labor contractor is arguing the OSHA fine

miamiherald.com/news/business/article287881550.html

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Apr 17

Biden moves to reimpose oil sanctions on Venezuela: Officials said the administration determined that Maduro’s government reneged on a deal that offered a ...

politico.com/news/2024/04/17/biden-oil-sanctions-venezuela-00152821

Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector

The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.

The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'

While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.

Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.

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Apr 14

Rubio says Iran wants to make Israel ‘an impossible place to live’: Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) said Sunday Iran wants to make Israel “an impossible place to live” ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4593216-rubio-says-iran-wants-to-make-israel-an-impossible-place-to-live/

Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire

The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.

Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.

Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.

It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.

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Man dies after self-immolation outside Trump trial building: Authorities identified the dead man as a man from Florida. He was “some kind of conspiracy theorist ...

faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/mann-stirbt-nach-selbstverbrennung-vor-trump-prozessgebaeude-19667492.html

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Apr 17

Florida Democrats put up billboards to find candidates for November: Florida Democrats are putting up billboards in four counties to recruit candidates for ...

orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/florida-democrats-put-up-billboards-to-find-candidates-for-november/

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St. Petersburg, Pinellas County look to rein in short-term rentals: Both want to look at new registration systems to keep better track of properties listed ...

tampabay.com/news/st-petersburg/2024/04/20/pinellas-short-term-rentals-airbnb-vrbo/

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Apr 18

Frost criticizes Greene after she disavows white supremacists: ‘damn hypocrisy’: Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-Fla.) went after Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4601568-frost-condemns-greene-for-disavowing-white-supremacists-damn-hypocrisy/

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US Congressional Leaders Discussing Iran Oil Sanctions, Senator Ben Cardin Says: Congressional leaders are discussing how to push ahead with legislation that ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/congressional-leaders-discussing-iran-oil-sanctions-cardin-says

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Apr 16

Shocking twist in carjacking of South Florida woman leads to arrest of deputy: The horrific saga of a South Florida woman carjacked at gunpoint in Winter Springs ...

orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/15/shocking-twist-in-seminole-carjacking-leads-to-arrest-of-orange-county-deputy/

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Trump to Convene Donors, Vice President Hopefuls in Palm Beach: Republican nominee Donald Trump and his campaign will host a donor retreat next week in Palm ...

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A hunk of space junk crashed through a Florida man's roof. Who should pay to fix it?

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Apr 21

NFL Draft 2024: Last ride for Alabama’s Nick Saban: The former Crimson Tide coach will add to his SEC-record total of drafted players next week.

al.com/sports/2024/04/nfl-draft-2024-last-ride-for-alabamas-nick-saban.html

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Moskowitz confronts Greene on Ukraine, Nazi remarks: Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) confronted Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) in a Wednesday hearing about ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4601264-moskowitz-confronts-greene-on-ukraine-nazi-remarks/

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Apr 13

Manuel Rocha, a former US ambassador, sentenced to 15 years for serving as secret agent for Cuba

apnews.com/article/manuel-rocha-spy-cuba-guilty-plea-8fd30500f4588129a195daaf2d720c13

Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba

Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.

Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.

The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.

The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.

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Apr 16

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: Endangered Bornean orangutan born in Florida: An endangered Bornean orangutan baby has been welcomed into the world at Busch Gardens ...

apnews.com/article/baby-orangutan-busch-gardens-florida-3b45ca5e29b729e693f199737a5494f1

Quick Glance: Newborn Borneo Orangutan at Busch Gardens, Florida

An endangered Bornean orangutan baby was born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Florida.

Following a cesarean section on Saturday, the baby orangutan weighing just over three pounds (1.3 kilograms) was brought into the world by park officials. Once stabilized, the mother Luna is recovering from the surgery and will soon reunite with her baby.

Known as the largest tree-dwelling ape species and the third largest overall, the Bornean orangutan's birth signifies a significant step in orangutan conservation efforts.

Orangutans typically have a lifespan of 35 to 40 years in the wild. The newborn ape has not been named yet and resides in a zoo within the Tampa theme park, known as one of the largest in North America, accommodating thousands of animals.

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Apr 22

Pro-Israel groups target progressive lawmakers in primaries: The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and other pro-Israel groups are ramping up ...

thehill.com/homenews/4606301-pro-israel-groups-target-progressive-lawmakers-primaries/

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Brendan Paul, Diddy's alleged 'mule,' pleads not guilty to cocaine charge in airport arrest

usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/04/24/brendan-paul-pleads-not-guilty-cocaine-possession/73446316007/

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Apr 17

Ballerinas break world record standing 'en pointe': Ballerinas from around the world gather to break Guinness World record for 'en pointe' ...

bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-68841887

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Apr 15

U.S. news organizations urge Biden, Trump to commit to debates: A dozen leading U.S. news organizations collectively urged U.S. President Joe Biden and former ...

reuters.com/world/us/us-news-organizations-urge-biden-trump-commit-debates-2024-04-15/

Quick Glance: News Organizations Encourage Biden and Trump to Commit to Debates

Twelve news organizations called on presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump to commit to debates, emphasizing their significance since 1976 in every campaign.

Highlighting the importance of debates, the organizations urged the candidates to discuss their visions for the nation's future before the American people.

While Trump is willing to debate his rival, Biden has not yet committed to further debates, and formal invitations have not been issued yet.

The Trump campaign pushed for an earlier debate schedule, criticized moderator selection, and raised concerns about the fairness and impartiality of the debates.

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Apr 13

Authorities discover body after Florida woman is carjacked at gunpoint; had called husband to say she was being followed

nbcnews.com/news/us-news/authorities-discover-body-florida-woman-carjacked-gunpoint-called-husb-rcna147700

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Apr 24

Kari Lake bemoans fact that Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban is not being enforced, in another apparent shift

cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/kari-lake-abortion-arizona/

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Apr 19

Report: Last year ended with a surge in book bans: According to PEN America, 4,349 books were banned from schools between July and December 2023 ...

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Citadel's Ken Griffin files plans for 62-story office skyscraper in NYC: Griffin, who relocated his company's headquarters to Miami, has previously said remote ...

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Apr 18

Conservatives corner Mike Johnson in House floor confrontation: Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) said Johnson would not commit to keeping the current rules.

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Apr 21

GOP vice presidential hopefuls look for Trump’s golden ticket: Former President Trump may be handing a golden ticket to whomever he picks as his running mate for ...

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Apr 10

Republicans scramble to contain abortion ‘earthquake’: The one-two punch from Florida and Arizona left Republicans reeling across the electoral map.

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Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban

Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.

Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.

Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.

The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.

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Apr 22

OBT strip club property owners may regain ‘adult entertainment’ license: The topless club on Orange Blossom Trail was forced to close after a 15-year-old girl ...

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Apr 21

Biden steps up Hispanic outreach as warning signs flash: “This to me seems like a campaign who’s saying, ‘Holy shit, we’ve got to get out, and early ...

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With federal fraud trial looming, George Santos drops out of New York House race: The scandal-plagued former Republican congressman, ousted from his House seat ...

Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat

Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.

In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.

Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.

Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'

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Apr 15

Trump used to scold felons who wanted to vote. Now he could be in the same spot: If criminally convicted in New York, Trump will face legal humiliations of the ...

theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/15/trump-felon-voting-rights

Quick Glance: Trump Faces Landmark Trial Over Hush Money Case

Donald Trump will go down in history as the first former president to stand trial in Manhattan on criminal charges. The historic case revolves around a potential sex scandal cover-up just days before the 2016 elections.

The prosecution alleges that Trump falsified business records to hide hush money payments aimed at influencing the election outcome. Trump maintains his innocence and refutes any involvement with Stormy Daniels.

The trial will feature key witnesses from Trump's inner circle testifying against him, including Michael Cohen and David Pecker. It will delve into the Oval Office, where Trump allegedly approved the cover-up.

Prosecutors must prove that Trump falsified business records with intent to commit or conceal another crime. Trump's defense is likely to focus on the legality of the hush money payments and attempt to distance him from the accounting handled by his employees.

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Apr 16

Watch: Fires blaze along Miami highway: Stubborn brush fires in Florida's state capital, Miami, have been burning for several days.

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Apr 14

Trump seeks to use NY hush money trial to delay criminal case over classified document handling in FL

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