In 2022, 49 migrants were flown to Martha’s Vineyard from San Antonio, Texas, with the assistance of Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla. On Tuesday, April 23, immigration attorney Rachel Self said a few migrants have reportedly qualified for “criminal victims visas” after claiming to be victims of a potential crime. Self said three of the migrants…

Are the U.S. seeing a surge in book bans? That depends on where where people get data and what they qualify as a “ban.” The American Library Association (ALA) and PEN American both released reports offering different insights about the ongoing conflict taking place in schools and public libraries. In its annual list of the…

California spent more than $24 billion between 2018 and 2023 to address the state’s homeless issue. Now the question is: Has the money spent been effective? According to a new state audit, no one really knows. On Tuesday, April 9, California State Auditor Grant Parks released a report revealing the state hasn’t been keeping track…

A federal judge in Boston ruled Monday, April 1, that migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis nearly two years ago can proceed with a lawsuit against the charter company responsible for their transportation to the Massachusetts island. The lawsuit, brought by three Venezuelan migrants and an immigrant rights group, accuses DeSantis’…

The Florida Supreme Court on Monday, April 1, made two pivotal decisions concerning the state’s abortion ban. The court upheld a 2022 law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy which paves the way for an even stricter ban after six weeks to be implemented. Signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2023, the six-week ban is among…

World Central Kitchen is suspending its aid operations in Gaza after several volunteers are killed. And, Florida’s Supreme Court makes a decision on the state’s abortion ban while giving voters a say in November. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, April 2, 2024. World Central Kitchen pauses operations in Gaza after…

In March, former President Donald Trump easily won Florida’s GOP primary, clinching all 125 delegates. While numerous strategists saw the romp as another sign of Trump’s unwavering GOP dominance, some noted his support among the state’s Republican voters may not be as strong as before. Despite Trump’s success, other names on the ballot, such as…

Disney and the board of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District reached a settlement in a lawsuit concerning the special governing district where Disney is located. Disney and the board, appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, reached the settlement on Wednesday, March 27, ending a yearslong legal dispute. For decades, Disney held sway over the…

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Monday that sets age limits for social media use in the state. Under the new law, children under 14 are prohibited from creating social media accounts, and those aged 14 and 15 will need parental consent to join platforms. “Ultimately, [we’re] trying to help parents navigate this very…

A major bridge collapses in Baltimore after being struck by a ship — sending multiple people into the water. And, Homeland Security raids the homes of hip-hop mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs as part of an ongoing investigation. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Major bridge collapses in Baltimore,…