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Palm Beach Post Primary Endorsement Recap

Palm Beach Post Primary Endorsement Recap

Whatever your choice, it's important to make your voice heard by early vote, vote by mail or by going to the polls on Aug. 18.
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Thomas Chalifoux's Business Record Scrutinized Amid Congressional Campaign

Thomas Chalifoux's Business Record Scrutinized Amid Congressional Campaign

Thomas Chalifoux, a Republican congressional candidate from Central Florida, is emphasizing his business acumen as part of his campaign. However, his past business ventures have come under scrutiny, as four of his companies filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy within two years. These businesses, all based in Kissimmee, Florida, faced significant financial challenges, including a $9.6 million mortgage debt. Chalifoux, a former Osceola County School Board member and retired Army colonel, has positioned himself as a political outsider and a proponent of fiscal responsibility. He attributes the bankruptcies to the economic climate at the time and asserts that he took necessary steps to protect his companies and employees.
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South Carolina Republicans hold primary to pick Senate replacement for the late Lindsey Graham

South Carolina Republicans hold primary to pick Senate replacement for the late Lindsey Graham

South Carolina Republicans are casting ballots Tuesday in a special primary to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump's closest allies
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Cory Mills Faces Domestic Abuse Allegations Amidst House Ethics Investigation

Cory Mills Faces Domestic Abuse Allegations Amidst House Ethics Investigation

Cory Mills, the Republican incumbent for Florida's 7th Congressional District, is embroiled in controversy due to serious domestic abuse allegations and an ongoing House Ethics Committee investigation. Mills has been accused of severe domestic violence, including incidents involving his wife and child. These allegations have intensified the primary race, with Mills facing competition from fellow Republicans Sarah Ulrich, Ryan Elijah, and Michael Don Johnson. Despite the controversies, Mills remains in the race, leading to a shift in the Cook Political Report's rating of his district from Likely Republican to Toss Up. The winner of the Republican primary will face a Democratic and a Libertarian candidate in the general election.
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Rep. Lois Frankel Criticizes President Trump's Vaccine Executive Order, Citing Health Risks

Rep. Lois Frankel Criticizes President Trump's Vaccine Executive Order, Citing Health Risks

U.S. Representative Lois Frankel has publicly criticized President Donald Trump's recent executive order that alters the national childhood vaccine schedule. Frankel, who represents Florida's 22nd Congressional District, expressed concerns that the order, which suggests spacing out childhood vaccines into separate medical visits, contradicts the advice of pediatric experts and could endanger children's health. The executive order promotes the separation of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine into three individual shots and calls for all childhood immunizations to be administered at separate appointments. Frankel argues that these changes could lead to more sick children, increased doctor visits, and higher healthcare costs for families. She emphasized that medical decisions should be based on scientific evidence rather than political ideology.
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Mailing in your Florida ballot? How to make sure your vote is counted

Mailing in your Florida ballot? How to make sure your vote is counted

A returned vote-by-mail ballot must be received by the elections office no later than 7 p.m. local time on election day.
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Candidates Compete for Florida House District 113 Amid Property Tax Debate

Candidates Compete for Florida House District 113 Amid Property Tax Debate

Five candidates are vying for the vacant Florida House District 113 seat, with the primary election set for August 18. The district, which includes North Grove, Shenandoah, Brickell, and downtown Miami, has been without representation since Vicki Lopez resigned to join the Miami-Dade County Commission. The candidates, comprising three Republicans and two Democrats, are addressing key issues such as affordable housing, overdevelopment, and a proposed property tax amendment. The amendment, which could significantly impact local government finances, is a contentious topic among the candidates, with varying opinions on its potential effects.
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Byron Donalds Highlights Longstanding Ties with Ron DeSantis at Rally

Byron Donalds Highlights Longstanding Ties with Ron DeSantis at Rally

At a recent rally in Niceville, Florida, gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds emphasized his longstanding relationship with Governor Ron DeSantis. Donalds, a Naples Congressman, recalled his involvement in DeSantis's 2018 gubernatorial campaign against Democrat Andrew Gillum. Despite a cooling of their relationship, Donalds remains hopeful for DeSantis's endorsement in his current campaign. The rally also featured other notable figures such as Richard Corcoran and Matt Gaetz, highlighting the interconnectedness of Florida's political landscape.
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Brevard County Voters to Decide Key School Board Elections Amid Challenges

Brevard County Voters to Decide Key School Board Elections Amid Challenges

Brevard County voters are set to decide three of the five seats on the Brevard Public Schools Board in the upcoming August 18 primary election. The elections are crucial as the district faces challenges such as declining enrollment, school consolidation, and teacher recruitment and retention. The district has maintained consecutive 'A' grades from the state despite these challenges. The races are nonpartisan, allowing all registered voters to participate. Board members oversee a $1.6 billion budget and make decisions on school safety, curriculum, and long-term planning. If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote in Districts 2 or 5, the top two finishers will advance to the general election on November 3.
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ActBlue Faces Federal Scrutiny Amid Florida House Race Involvement

ActBlue Faces Federal Scrutiny Amid Florida House Race Involvement

ActBlue, a major Democratic fundraising platform, is under federal and congressional investigation for its donor-verification and compliance practices. This scrutiny comes as two ActBlue employees, Samuel Vilchez Santiago and Jose Gamboa, play key roles in a Florida House race. Vilchez Santiago is running for the Democratic nomination in Florida House District 43, while Gamboa serves as his campaign treasurer. The investigations focus on allegations of straw donations and potentially prohibited foreign contributions. Despite the investigations, there is no public evidence that Vilchez Santiago or Gamboa are targets of these inquiries.
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Four Gay Candidates Aim to Make History in Florida Congressional Races

Four Gay Candidates Aim to Make History in Florida Congressional Races

In Florida, four openly gay candidates are vying for congressional seats, potentially making history as the first out gay congressmen from the state. Among them are Democrats Elijah Manley, Shevrin Jones, and Kendrick Meek Jr., and Republican Keith Gross. Manley is running in Florida's 20th Congressional District, facing challenges due to redistricting and competition from established politicians like Debbie Wasserman Schultz. Jones and Meek are competing in the 24th District, a seat open due to Frederica Wilson's retirement. Gross, a self-funded candidate, is leading in the Republican primary in the conservative Panhandle.
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Bill Clinton among dignitaries at Palm Beach funeral of sugar magnate

Bill Clinton among dignitaries at Palm Beach funeral of sugar magnate

Photos of former President Bill Clinton, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi at the Palm Beach funeral of sugar billionaire Alfonso "Alfy" Fanjul.