Florida

Two environmental organizations have filed a last-minute federal lawsuit in Miami’s Southern District to block construction of the “Alligator Alcatraz”.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) approved Florida's proposal to create a migrant detention facility in the middle of the Everglades.

Authorities rescued 60 children in Florida's largest-recorded operation.

Florida Attorney General Jason Uthmeier has proposed an "Alligator Alcatraz" deep within the Everglades to house illegal immigrants.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) has chartered flights to rescue American citizens trapped in Israel due to its conflict with Iran.

Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey announced to expected protesters during a press conference that the State of Florida will not "play" with rioters, signifying a stark difference in the state's approach to riot mitigation compared to California.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) declared that divers may hit protesters without facing charges if they are approached by a mob.

A coalition of far-left groups in Florida has organized a “Rapid Response Protest” outside Tampa City Hall on Monday, June 9, in a show of solidarity with Los Angeles rioters opposing recent ICE operations. These demonstrations follow nationwide outrage from violent criminal arrests in California—including gang-related murder and sexual battery convictions ⟂cite⟂turn0search3⟂turn0search0⟂.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier warned that Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony may be removed from his position if he fails to enforce immigration operations.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced new victories in reshaping higher education during remarks at the Florida Education Commissioner’s Summit on June 4, 2025.