Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida, has filed the necessary paperwork to officially enter the 2024 presidential race. He is expected to announce his candidacy live on Twitter Wednesday night with the site's CEO Elon Musk, and will be fundraising with a cocktail reception to raise $8-$10 million in commitments. DeSantis has been building expectations among Republicans eager to move beyond former President Donald Trump.
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Several civil rights organizations have issued a travel advisory for Florida, warning that newly passed state laws may pose risks to minorities, immigrants and the LGBTQ+ community. The advisory was issued in response to several new laws, including a ban on transgender women competing in women's sports, and is intended to rally the Black residents of the state to counter Republican-led policies. The organizations are urging people to be aware of the risks posed by the new laws and to get involved in the fight for civil rights in the state.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing legal and political risks as he seeks a third term. He is under indictment for securities fraud and his agency has been accused of disarray and unethical practices. The Texas House is investigating the allegations and will decide whether to refer the matter to a grand jury, leaving Paxton's political future uncertain.
The Bob Graham Education Center in Miami Lakes, Florida has relocated a book containing Amanda Gorman's poem "The Hill We Climb" from the elementary section of its K-8 library to the middle school section, following a parent's complaint. Gorman expressed her disappointment in a tweet, arguing that it was a violation of children's right to free thought and free speech. Elmo Lugo, a representative from Miami-Dade County Public Schools, confirmed the relocation and said the decision was made by a committee at the school.
House Republicans passed a bill on the debt limit and spending cuts on Wednesday, but talks with the Biden administration are still ongoing and there are many areas of disagreement. The White House has proposed a plan to raise the debt limit and suspend it until the end of July, as well as a $1.7 trillion infrastructure package, both of which have been rejected by the GOP. The deadline for raising the debt limit is August 2nd, and if no agreement is reached, the US could default on its debt for the first time in history.
The House Ethics Committee has concluded its investigation into allegations of misconduct concerning Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's interactions with a suspected Chinese intelligence operative, finding no further action necessary. Swalwell expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, and the committee cautioned members to be aware of foreign attempts to gain improper influence. The investigation has now been closed, with no further details provided.
Former President Donald Trump's lawyers have requested a meeting with Attorney General Merrick Garland to discuss the ongoing investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents, claiming that Trump is being treated unfairly. The investigation is believed to be close to completion, with agents and prosecutors reportedly finding boxes of classified files at Trump's Mar-a-Lago compound in Florida. Trump has denied any wrongdoing and has yet to comment on the letter.
Key takeaways: The Supreme Court’s ethical conduct has come under increased scrutiny in recent months. The court has formed a committee to craft new ethics…