Gov. Scott On Debt Debate: "Impact Will Be Minimal"
Governor Rick Scott has weighed in with his thoughts on the federal debt ceiling. Scott is in favor of letting the U.S. default instead of raising the debt ceiling.
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Governor Rick Scott has weighed in with his thoughts on the federal debt ceiling. Scott is in favor of letting the U.S. default instead of raising the debt ceiling.
Florida Governor Rick Scott has become arguably the most unpopular governor in the United State just six months after taking office. But Scott seems immune to the reality and vows to continue on the same path he charted in the 2010 election.
Florida Governor Rick Scott's polling numbers continue to fall harder than the Florida Marlins in the month of June.
Governor Rick Scott invited the Miami-Dade legislative delegation to lunch Tuesday at a restaurant in Sweetwater. But Sweetwater cops providing security appeared to outnumber the luncheon guests.
Governor Rick Scott has made his fair share of enemies in his short time in office. But Wednesday, he was called out by one of the biggest political figures in the country, former President Bill Clinton.
Of Florida's 2,280 public elementary and middle schools, only 17 scored an "F" on the FCAT. Of the state's 270 Charter elementary and middle schools, 15 flunked.
While not exactly claiming poverty, Governor Rick Scott lost about half of his net worth in 2010. But don't cry for him just yet, his income jumped by almost 40 percent during the past year.
The much ballyhooed Florida prescription-drug database is set to being operating in September and October, according to the News Service of Florida.
Gov. Rick Scott told newspaper editors that public records requests have skyrocketed since he has taken office and the fees for documents are needed to make sure taxpayer money isn't wasted.
It's a new month, and the start of a new fiscal year for the stare of Florida, and that means changes in the lawbooks. 160 new laws took effect Friday at Midnight, with something for everyone in the state.
Six months after his swearing in, Governor Rick Scott has signed his first death warrant for a man who killed a Coral Gables police officer 33 years ago.
The end of June marks the final day of work for 123 workers with the South Florida Water Management District. The employees accepted buy-outs instead of facing firings next month.
Gov. Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott hosted a reception at the Governor's Mansion to celebrate NASCAR and its economic and historical significance to Florida.
Governor Rick Scott took time out of his schedule over the weekend to attend a retreat held by libertarian activists, the Koch brothers.
Out of work Floridians will now receive fewer weeks of unemployment benefits.
Governor Rick Scott will be making an appearance at the North Broward Academy of Excellence Monday to tout legislation he signed that he claims will "strengthen, expand Charter and Virtual Schools."
When Florida starts its new fiscal year this Friday, 160 new laws will hit the books. Many of those laws, as well as the budget, carry out the conservative governing philosophies of Republican Gov. Rick Scott and the GOP-majority Legislature.
Gov. Rick Scott on Friday signed a bill that will provide a $30 million cut in corporate-income taxes, a relatively small step in Scott's campaign to phase out the tax.
Gov. Rick Scott has signed two abortion bills into law. Among the other laws Scott signed Friday was a law that would set limits on lawsuits against nonprofit Florida teaching hospitals and their staffs.
Governor Rick Scott has faced problems since he took office that he couldn't fully tap the Tallahassee power structure. That may be about to change as Scott named Steve MacNamara as his new chief of staff Friday.
Despite a lawsuit from the Florida Education Association and countless other public worker unions, Governor Rick Scott signed Senate Bill 2100 into law, meaning all government employees to contribute 3 percent of their salaries to the Florida Retirement System.
There may be some changes to school nutrition after Gov. Rick Scott has signed a bill giving the state's agriculture commissioner authority over school food programs. Scott also signed a bill limiting lawsuits against automakers.
Governor Rick Scott has signed a bill that will cut property taxes paid to state water management districts. But, while some taxpayers may get a refund, it will come at a cost in jobs.
Governor Rick Scott has given former Miami mayor Maurice Ferre a new title.
Maggie Vancol Pena, wearing a red, "Save Jackson" T-shirt, sat on a bench at the hospital during her day off Tuesday and explained to CBS4 why she has put her name on a lawsuit challenging Governor Rick Scott.
The Florida Democrat stepped down shortly before a House Ethics Committee hearing to determine whether she should be punished.
One fire was burning near Weston west of Highway 27.
The victim was later identified as Jerry Capo, of DeBary.
Florida will require students to learn about alleged human rights abuses and drug trafficking under Maduro as part of expanded "History of Communism" lessons.
The windy conditions will make conditions dangerous at the beach and on the water.
The Florida Democrat stepped down shortly before a House Ethics Committee meeting to determine whether she should be punished.
One fire was burning near Weston west of Highway 27.
The victim was later identified as Jerry Capo, of DeBary.
Florida will require students to learn about alleged human rights abuses and drug trafficking under Maduro as part of expanded "History of Communism" lessons.
The windy conditions will make conditions dangerous at the beach and on the water.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
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 Florida Democrat stepped down shortly before a House Ethics Committee hearing to determine whether she should be punished.
The Florida Democrat is accused of stealing $5 million in FEMA funds for her campaign.
Lori Chavez-DeRemer is taking a role in the private sector, according to the White House.
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic, saying a recent story about his alleged frequent drinking and absences included "false and obviously fabricated" claims.
The wife of a sergeant first class was detained by ICE at an immigration appointment in Texas. He says he doesn't understand why, and "ICE is out of control right now."
The center – which was promised to voters back in 2004 – would take mentally ill individuals out of the jail and move them into a place where they can receive comprehensive treatment and support.
Luna said she expects Florida Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick to be the next member who either resigns or gets expelled.
Uthmeier was asked several times during a press conference in Miami this week if he had formally requested the judge overseeing the grand jury to keep the findings secret.
Former state Sen. Lauren Book launched her 11th annual statewide walk, encouraging survivors to share their stories amid renewed attention on the Epstein case.
Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski is pressing county commissioners to approve a long-delayed mental health center, warning lives are at stake as the building sits empty.
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
Rapper Offset is recovering after a shooting at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, where Lil Tjay was among two people detained and later charged.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.