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Tentative Thoughts On The Jewish Claim To A "Religious Abortion"

Recently, Congregation L'Dor Va-Dor, a synagogue in Palm Beach County, Florida, challenged the constitutionality of Florida's new abortion restriction. I think there are many procedural problems with the complaint, including standing and the scope of the proposed remedy. (See my post here.) But here I'd like to address the merits…

Reason

2 deputies disciplined after Bob Saget death investigation

Officials say two Florida deputies have each been suspended for about two weeks for leaking news about actor and comedian Bob Saget’s death before his family was alerted

The Independent UK

Father of teen killed on Florida ride fears death forgotten

The father of a Missouri teenager killed after falling from a Florida amusement park ride said Monday he fears his son’s death will be forgotten with tragic consequences for future ride patrons

The Independent UK

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis: ‘We are not going to order’ vaccines for kids for state health departments

ORLANDO, Fla. — Amid backlash from political rivals, medical professionals and senior federal government officials alike, Gov. Rick DeSantis on Monday morning reaffirmed his decision not to preorder newly authorized COVID-19 vaccines or offer them at state health departments.

Orlando Sentinel

Big black bear takes a stroll through a Florida golf course community

They've seen bears before in the area but apparently not this large.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Editorial: On abortion, Florida’s party of ‘religious freedom’ tramples over non-Christians’ beliefs

When Florida imposed a 15-week abortion ban in April, the state Senate president’s office released a statement titled: “Increased protection for unborn children signed into law.”

Miami Herald

Commentary: Denying trans youth gender-affirming care is an affront to science and medical ethics

This year has seen an array of anti-transgender legislation. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration is pursuing policies to restrict transition-related care for transgender minors and to block Medicaid coverage of this care for anyone. In 2022, legislation in 20 states so far has been introduced purporting to “protect” trans youth…

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Trump losing donors to DeSantis: report

Politico reports major GOP donors are flooding DeSantis with cash he doesn't need in 2022, possibly for '24 run

Salon

Sinking Feeling: Rescuers Pluck Family Of 11 From Sea After Boat Capsized

“We're happy to report that a family of 11 people are safe today thanks to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit.”

Zenger

NASA fears Elon Musk rocket will explode destroying route to International Space Station

The billionaire if his latest SpaceX launch goes badly, it could effectively cut off the space agency's sole means of launching U.S. astronauts to the International Space Station

Daily Mirror

MAGA influencers flock to Florida, chasing political clout and connections

TAMPA, Fla. — The tongue-in-cheek digital campaign ad mirrors the script of an insurance commercial, where “Jake for State House” is reminiscent of the State Farm spokesperson, with a Republican twist.

Tribune News Service

June is a pivotal month for abortion in Florida

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The next few weeks could bring a major change in Florida when it comes to abortions.

Tribune News Service

Can Democrats flip the Florida Legislature in 2022? Realistically, no.

TAMPA, Fla. — Florida voters won’t have a say in more than a quarter of state legislative races after Friday’s qualifying deadline expired with no apparent opposition filed in 45 House and Senate seats where a Democrat or Republican failed to draw a challenger.

Tribune News Service

Doctors ‘thrilled’ to order COVID vaccines for young kids after DeSantis changes course

MIAMI — Pediatricians across Florida have begun ordering COVID-19 vaccines for their patients under 5 after Gov. Ron DeSantis changed course Friday and allowed doctors and hospitals in the state to get them from a federal program.

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Florida surpasses 75,000 COVID deaths; two-thirds of state in high-risk category for community spread

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Florida reached a grim milestone this week: More than 75,000 people in the state have died of COVID-19.

Tribune News Service

Editorial: Gov. DeSantis’ hypocrisy on parental rights

Is there anyone’s life Ron DeSantis won’t endanger in his anticipated run for the White House?

Miami Herald

Fabiola Santiago: When it comes to dissing his Black constituents, DeSantis just can’t help himself

This is your weekly Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Watch.

Tribune News Service

How Biden’s LGBTQ order could affect Florida’s laws and policies

Florida was front and center when President Joe Biden signed an historic executive order to protect transgender and non-binary kids from state laws that strip them of protection and inclusion.

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Controversial ex-congressman Rivera files to run for Florida House seat

MIAMI — Former Miami Congressman David Rivera, who is under federal investigation over a consulting arrangement with the Venezuelan state-run oil company and was recently ordered to pay a six-figure penalty for violating campaign finance laws, is running for state House again.

Miami Herald

DeSantis makes rare request for statewide grand jury on immigration issues in Florida

TALAHASSEE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday asked the Florida Supreme Court to impanel a statewide grand jury to investigate whether families, local governments and transnational criminal organizations are conspiring to illegally bring migrants to Florida.

The Independent UK

Ron DeSantis doubles down on decision not to order Covid vaccines for children, calling risk ‘media hysteria’

State has among worst Covid rates and fatalities in US

USAFacts

Sixteen laws restricting the LGBTQ community passed in 2022

At least 11 states passed laws restricting access to healthcare or public facilities, or discussion of gender issues in schools or workplaces.

The Independent UK

Florida duo charged with hate crimes over alleged axe attack on Black man

Prosecutors say the the suspects hurled racial slurs at the victim before alleged attack

Ballotpedia

Florida attorney general raises $1.2 million this election cycle

According to the most recent campaign finance reports filed with the Florida Department of State, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has raised $1.2 million and spent $416,969 between Jan. 1, 2021, and Mar. 31, 2022. Moody is currently ranked fourth in state-level donations in the 2022 election cycle.

The Independent UK

Hate crime charges filed against 2 in Black man's beating

Two white Florida men have been charged with a federal hate crime for allegedly beating a Black man in a store parking lot while yelling racial slurs

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