Keyword Search: Florida
Public support for capital punishment has reached a 50-year low, yet executions in the U.S. are projected to rise significantly, particularly in Florida, raising concerns about the disconnect between public opinion and legislative actions... read more.
Former President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, claiming that a documentary misrepresented his statements regarding the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. The lawsuit follows an apology from the BBC for an editing error that suggested he incited violence... read more.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed a series of regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, citing both their potential benefits and associated risks, particularly in light of recent incidents involving children and AI interactions... read more.
Representative Laura Gillen secured nearly $1 million for the Bellerose Village Fire Department, despite voting against the spending bill due to its failure to extend health care subsidies. Meanwhile, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has allocated significant taxpayer funds to oppose citizen-led ballot initiatives, raising ethical concerns about resource prioritization... read more.
Florida has filed a lawsuit against prominent medical organizations for endorsing gender-affirming care, which is supported by extensive scientific research as beneficial for transgender youth... read more.
Recent incidents in Charlotte, Florida, and San Francisco highlight rising public safety concerns, prompting varied responses from local communities and governments... read more.
Reports from Amnesty International and local officials highlight serious human rights violations at ICE detention centers in Florida and the detrimental effects of recent Border Patrol operations in Charlotte, North Carolina... read more.
Recent reports highlight severe human rights violations at ICE detention centers in Florida and the community repercussions of Border Patrol operations in Charlotte, North Carolina, raising significant concerns about the treatment of immigrants and the broader implications for community trust and safety... read more.
Recent actions by state and federal authorities regarding immigration policies have raised significant concerns among affected communities and civil rights organizations, particularly regarding the treatment of Somali Americans and individuals from high-risk countries... read more.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the designation of the Muslim Brotherhood and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as foreign terrorist organizations, following a similar action by Texas Governor Greg Abbott... read more.
Recent reports highlight serious human rights violations in U.S. immigration detention facilities and raise concerns about aggressive enforcement tactics, particularly in New Orleans, amid ongoing debates about immigration policies... read more.
The Trump administration's recent actions, including the repeal of soot pollution standards and the closure of the Department of Government Efficiency, have sparked significant controversy regarding their implications for public health and humanitarian efforts... read more.
U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has been indicted for allegedly misappropriating $5 million in federal disaster funds intended for COVID-19 relief, with accusations of funneling these funds to support her congressional campaign... read more.