Politics

Madison Cawthorn Allegedly Rear-Ended FHP Trooper

Madison Cawthorn Allegedly Rear-Ended FHP Trooper

Free Speech Advocates Aim to Stamp Out Florida Social Media Law

Free Speech Advocates Aim to Stamp Out Florida Social Media Law

"Condoms and Cones": How Gen-Z Is Getting Florida's Youth to the Polls

By Alex DeLuca
Apr 3, 2024

The youth-led group says it will be handing out Plan B, rolling papers, and condoms — the "exact items Republican lawmakers wish we did not have."
Abortion, Recreational Weed Will Be on Florida's November 2024 Ballot

By Alex DeLuca and Izzy Kapnick
Apr 1, 2024

The state's high court ruled that the abortion rights and marijuana legalization ballot items can appear on the November ballot.
South Florida 2024 Voters' Guide and Election Day Cheat Sheet

By Miami New Times Staff & Freelancers
Mar 19, 2024

It's hard enough to keep track of Donald Trump's criminal cases, much less local politics. For insight into 2024 elections in South Florida, let New Times be your guide.
Ex-Trump Aide Peter Navarro Must Report to Miami Prison, SCOTUS Rules

By Alex DeLuca
Mar 18, 2024

The former Trump White House advisor is set to report to Miami's Federal Correctional Institution by March 19.
Who's Behind the Mystery PAC Pumping Money Into Surfside Election?

By Alex DeLuca and Naomi Feinstein
Mar 14, 2024

Money juggled between operative Aaron Nevins' political committees funded a flood of election ads in the sleepy beachside town.
Mayor Suarez Cleared in State Ethics Probe Over Glitzy Formula 1 Outings

By Izzy Kapnick
Mar 13, 2024

The ethics commission dismissed a complaint by an activist who questioned how Francis Suarez managed to "attend these high-dollar, exclusive VIP sports and entertainment events."
FIU Pro-Palestine Students Claim Victory After Bill Targeting Financial Aid Dies Quietly in Committee

By Isabella Canizares
Mar 8, 2024

An FIU student said the bill would have dealt a crushing financial blow to students "for expressing our views and acting on them non-violently."
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez Reamed Out on Social Media Over Trump Endorsement

By Naomi Feinstein
Mar 1, 2024

The Miami mayor's tormenters suggested a number of motives for his Trump endorsement: a potential pardon, hope for a White House gig, or just good ol' sycophancy.
"You and Your Husband Are Dead": Boynton Beach Man Convicted for Voicemail Threat to George Santos

By Naomi Feinstein
Feb 27, 2024

Frank Stanzione of Boynton Beach said he left a voicemail for the then-congressman "to make him feel like a piece of shit."
Muppet Sex and Mein Kampf: Florida Lawmakers Scramble to Regulate Runaway AI Technology

By Izzy Kapnick and Naomi Feinstein
Feb 14, 2024

Legislators are looking to institute AI regulations as deepfakes creep evermore into everyday life.
"Conversation About Israel": Alan Dershowitz Campus Visit Riles UM Protesters

By Patrick McCaslin
Feb 8, 2024

Dershowitz threatened litigation after a University of Miami student group skewered him ahead of his campus event.
Florida Supreme Court to Rule on Ballot Item to Cement Abortion Rights Into State Constitution

By Patrick McCaslin
Feb 7, 2024

The Florida Supreme Court will decide whether abortion rights in the state will be put to a vote in the 2024 election.
Florida Ethics Commission Dismisses Complaint Against Mayor Suarez Over Security Detail

By Naomi Feinstein and Alex DeLuca
Feb 1, 2024

The City of Miami was billed for hefty personal security costs accrued by Mayor Suarez during his blink-and-you'll-miss-it presidential run.
Gaza War Protesters Dog Biden During Florida Fundraising Swing

By Isabella Canizares
Jan 31, 2024

Young progressives turned out in droves in Miami to warn President Biden that his support for Israel's military action would be a deal breaker come Election Day.
Razing Liberty Square Documents Community's Unraveling

By Douglas Markowitz
Jan 23, 2024

The documentary Razing Liberty Square looks at the Miami housing project's tumultuous history and its uncertain future.
Ron, Gone! Top 10 Reactions to DeSantis Suspending Presidential Bid

By Isabella Canizares
Jan 22, 2024

Pundits and politicians took to the platform formerly known as Twitter to bid colorful adieus to Gov. Ron DeSantis' presidential campaign.
Florida GOP Boots Chairman Christian Ziegler Over Rape Claims

By David Minsky
Jan 9, 2024

After the allegations surfaced, Ziegler remained defiant and refused to step down, saying, "My wife is behind me 150 percent."
Trump Avenue: Hialeah Stays True to Trump in Midst of Criminal Cases

By Theo Karantsalis and Izzy Kapnick
Dec 22, 2023

Hialeah has a love affair with charismatic politicians accused of felonious conduct.
VIDEO: George Santos Sends Words of Encouragement to Florida Rep. Fabián Basabe

By Naomi Feinstein
Dec 7, 2023

"Hey Fabián, I want to tell you to hang in there and keep fighting."
Florida Democratic Party Calls for GOP Chair's Resignation After Report of Sexual Assault Claim

By Naomi Feinstein and Alex DeLuca
Nov 30, 2023

Florida Democratic Party chair Nikki Fried said the "level of hypocrisy in this situation is stunning."