Researchers see the rise of self-declared “Constitutional Sheriffs” as a threat to American democracy. The lawmen say they are its defenders.
Florida leads the nation in Capitol riot arrests with 46 detentions. Brevard is tied with Marion County for most arrests in Florida, with six each.
Just 90 of the law enforcement agencies in Florida — less than one in four — are submitting their data to the FBI’s national database on police use of force.
Being recognized as a whistleblower grants Jones legal protections from retaliatory actions by her former employer, and kicks off an investigation.
Muslim American groups accused Fine of using Islamophobic rhetoric and inciting hate and violence. Fine dismissed the concerns.
Posey claimed the bill, crafted by both parties, wasn’t bipartisan enough.