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Ron DeSantis strips more than $32m in Florida arts funding

Political allies are also surprised at move, which cancels nearly entirety of state’s funding and will affect economy

The Guardian - US

Republicans use cannabis smell complaints as ‘excuse’ to oppose legalization, advocates say

Norml argues lawmakers exaggerate scent complaints to support policies banning public use of marijuana

The Guardian - US

Florida arts groups left in the lurch by DeSantis veto of state funding for theaters and museums

All over Florida, arts groups are scrambling to plug large budget gaps after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unexpectedly vetoed $32 million in arts funding

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‘We cannot arrest our way out of homelessness’: Advocates denounce Supreme Court ruling criminalizing public sleeping

A small Oregon city can punish unhoused people, the Friday ruling by nation’s top court said

The Independent UK

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says he vetoed $32m in arts funding because of ‘sexual’ festivals

The veto also cut more than $700,000 in funding to Jewish community centers, according to local reports

The Independent UK

Florida's DeSantis says he vetoed all arts grants in the state over objections to 'sexual' festivals

The governor cited the Fringe Festival, saying it is a "sexual" one where "they're doing all this stuff"

Latin Times

Former Republican Candidates Rally Behind Trump Ahead Of Debate

Former Republican candidates unite behind Trump for 2024 election, highlighting his strengths over Biden. Trump hints at potential VP pick's presence at CN...

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Border Patrol intercepts sailboat carrying more than a hundred Haitians off the coast of Florida

The Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), an organization advocating for immigrant rights, called for humane treatment of the 118 migrants

Latin Times

Florida's balloon ban will protect sea turtles, birds and other marine life

Intentionally releasing a balloon will soon be illegal in Florida

The Independent UK

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis claims that terror attacks by illegal immigrants are just a matter of time

Florida governor said that illegal immigrants could potentially conduct terrorist attacks while speaking at an infrastructure event in Central Florida

Latin Times

A right to drink? Inside the debate to protect US workers against the heat

As summer intensifies, so too does the scrutiny over the US’s lack of workplace protections against environmental heat.

Al Jazeera

Medicaid spending on migrants in Florida plummets after DeSantis' crackdown on illegal immigration

DeSantis signed a law in 2023 directing hospitals that accept Medicaid to ask patients about their immigration status

Latin Times

Florida police officer sues DeSantis govt., says he was pressured into 'unlawful activities'

Shane Desguin says he had to gather information on migrants and arresting neo-Nazi demonstrators without reasonable suspicion of criminal activity

Latin Times

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoes all arts grant in the state

Overall, the figure amounts to some $32 million. Arts organization called the move unprecedented

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Florida Gov. DeSantis is Trump's favorite pick for VP among Republican voters, poll shows

Over four in ten expressed that view, according to The Economist/YouGov

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Former FDLE Official Accuses Gov. Desantis Of Retaliation

Former FDLE official files whistleblower lawsuit against agency and Governor DeSantis, alleging retaliation and misconduct.

The Independent UK

Where is Melania Trump? Former first lady stays out of the public eye as Donald Trump runs for president

After Melania Trump missed some key events in her husband's presidential campaign this year, she told reporters who asked about her thin schedule to ‘stay tuned’

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Former FDLE Official Accuses Gov. Desantis Of Retaliation

Former FDLE official Shane Desguin files whistleblower lawsuit against agency and Governor DeSantis, alleging misconduct and retaliation.

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Ron DeSantis Won't Stop Trying To Gut Florida's Public Records Law

DeSantis' chief of staff used a personal phone to coordinate migrant flights to Martha's Vineyard. Now DeSantis' lawyers say those phone logs should be secret.

The Independent UK

Workers sue Disney claiming they were fraudulently induced to move to Florida from California

Disney workers are suing their employer, claiming they were fraudulently induced to move from California to Florida

The Guardian - US

Elected officials in sweltering US states prioritizing fossil fuel cash over people

Governors of Florida, Texas, Louisiana and Nevada have all received money from oil and gas firms as residents suffer

Reason

Florida S. Ct. Reads Florida Anti-Riot Statute as Narrowly Focused on Violence

In this, the court agrees with the Florida Attorney General and the Governor’s office, and disagrees with the challengers who are trying to get the statute struck down on First Amendment grounds.

International Business Times

Florida Law Enforcement Official Sues DeSantis Over Alleged Retaliation

The lawsuit, filed overnight in state Circuit Court in Tallahassee, accuses DeSantis and his senior aides of wrongful termination and retaliation.

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Rep. Bob Good Seeks Patience As Primary Results Awaited

Rep. Bob Good faces a tight primary race against Sen. John McGuire in Virginia's 5th District, with Trump's endorsement playing a significant role.

The Independent UK

Bob Good hopes final vote count will put him ahead of Trump-endorsed challenger

Conservative Virginia congressman Bob Good is asking for patience as he hopes the final ballot count from Tuesday’s primary will allow him to fend off a challenger endorsed by former president Donald Trump

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