Gaetz projected to defeat primary challenger backed by McCarthy revenge tour
Rep. Matt Gaetz led the effort to oust Kevin McCarthy from the speakership.
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Rep. Matt Gaetz led the effort to oust Kevin McCarthy from the speakership.
Florida U.S. Sen. Rick Scott has his sights on a GOP leadership role.
Compared with the wild twists and turns of the presidential election, Florida's primary will be relatively tame.
The House Ethics Committee on Tuesday gave an unusual public update into its long-running investigation of Rep. Matt Gaetz saying its review now includes whether Gaetz engaged in sexual misconduct and illicit drug use, accepted improper gifts and sought to obstruct government investigations of his conduct.
New details are emerging in the ethics investigation into Florida Republican Matt Gaetz.
The fatal shooting of Roger Fortson by a Florida sheriff's deputy when the Air Force senior airman opened his door armed with a handgun pointed down happened almost a month ago.
Members wearing the group's black and yellow insignia have shown up on the sidelines of Trump's rallies across the country this campaign cycle
Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz will be challenged by a former U.S. Navy pilot in the upcoming Republican primary.
Former President Donald Trump spoke to supporters near Mar-a-Lago Wednesday evening as he continues to dominate the Republican primary race for the White House despite four criminal cases against him.
In the 2020 election, Gaetz garnered an impressive 70% of the vote in his home district.
Jim DeFede interviews Rep. Matt Gaetz in the aftermath of the vote that booted out Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker.
Matt Gaetz told CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede that he is where he's supposed to be and he's making no plans to run for governor.
"The office of speaker of the House of the United States House of Representatives is hereby declared vacant," said Rep. Steve Womack, who was presiding over the chamber.
Hard-right Republicans are making good on a threat to remove House Speaker Kevin McCarthy as Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz moved to oust him on Monday. The motion came two days after McCarthy relied heavily on the votes of House Democrats on Saturday to pass a bill to extend government funding for 45 days to avert a shutdown.
Rep. Matt Gaetz introduced a motion to vacate the chair Monday, two days after Speaker Kevin McCarthy relied on Democrats to pass a short-term spending bill and avert a shutdown.
"I think we need to rip off the Band-Aid," Rep. Matt Gaetz said of his plan to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his leadership role.
Selena Chambers has been charged with battery
The woman threw a glass of wine at the Republican congressman during an event in Miramar Beach, according to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.
Ron DeSantis has yet to enter the 2024 presidential race, but former President Donald Trump is aiming to drum up support in the Florida governor's backyard.
Gaetz was accused of violating federal law by paying for sex, including with underage girls
Matt Gaetz was accused of violating federal law by paying for sex, including with women who were younger than 18 years old.
Career federal prosecutors informed witnesses of the decision Wednesday.
Gaetz is leading a group of 11 lawmakers who support the plan.
The Washington Post reported Friday that U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., is unlikely to be charged after a federal investigation that focused on allegations he had sex with a 17-year-old girl.
Democrats are choosing who will take on powerful Republicans Gov. Ron DeSantis and Sen. Marco Rubio.
Those who cast ballots on Election Day must go to the polling location assigned to their precinct.
The amended lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of a 2021 law that placed restrictions on social media platforms.
Looking to know where to vote in Florida? Here's how to find your designated polling place or location for the 2024 general election.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is reviewing online videos that show police officers punching fans during Saturday's game.
Squally bands of rain and storms are possible on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Those who cast ballots on Election Day must go to the polling location assigned to their precinct.
The amended lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of a 2021 law that placed restrictions on social media platforms.
Looking to know where to vote in Florida? Here's how to find your designated polling place or location for the 2024 general election.
Here are some key things to know before voting in the 2024 election, including what's on the ballot and what a sample ballot looks like.
Registered Florida voters are heading to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5, to cast their ballots in the 2024 general election.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
The amended lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of a 2021 law that placed restrictions on social media platforms.
Looking to know where to vote in Florida? Here's how to find your designated polling place or location for the 2024 general election.
Registered Florida voters are heading to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5, to cast their ballots in the 2024 general election.
Florida's election will test whether the state maintains its new reputation as a Republican stronghold.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are blitzing battleground states the day before polls open for Election Day 2024.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
Republican Rosanna Cordero-Stutz and Democrat James Reyes faced off for a debate as Miami-Dade's sheriff.
Jim DeFede spoke to women who were not allowed to have an abortion in Florida.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
At Memorial Healthcare System, the innovative Aquablation procedure is changing the landscape of enlarged prostate treatment.
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Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Reggaeton artist Nicky Jam on Wednesday revoked his endorsement of Donald Trump, after Tony Hinchcliffe's rally joke calling Puerto Rico "garbage."
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."