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Following Trump’s lead, his allies lash out at Ukraine’s Zelenskyy and suggest he may need to resign

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www.news4jax.com – Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press – 2025-03-02 14:00:00

SUMMARY: During a European summit, Ukrainian President Volodyr Zelenskyy faced criticism from President Trump’s aides and congressional Republicans, who demanded he express more gratitude for U.S. support and consider concessions to Russia. Some suggested he should resign following a contentious Oval Office meeting with Trump and Vice President JD Vance. National security adviser Mike Waltz argued that Zelenskyy’s actions were disrespectful, questioning his readiness to negotiate peace. The situation has strained U.S.-Ukraine relations, with limited support for Zelenskyy among Republicans. Meanwhile, some lawmakers, like Sen. Lisa Murkowski, condemned the administration’s stance, advocating for continued support for Ukraine.

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‘Deportation Depot’ begins operations outside Jacksonville

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www.tampabay28.com – Forrest Saunders – 2025-09-05 11:56:00

SUMMARY: Florida has opened its second migrant detention center, the “Deportation Depot,” at Baker Correctional Institution near Jacksonville, holding 117 detainees with capacity for up to 1,500. This expansion follows a federal appeals court’s decision to keep the first facility, “Alligator Alcatraz,” operational despite legal challenges. Governor Ron DeSantis praised both centers as key to his immigration enforcement agenda, with plans for a third facility underway. Staffed by the National Guard and funded by a $600 million federal grant, the new site aims to address what DeSantis calls an immigration crisis. Critics warn of overcrowding and poor conditions, echoing concerns from the Everglades facility.

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Deported Venezuelan mothers ask Melania Trump to help reunite them with their children

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www.news4jax.com – Regina Garcia Cano And Juan Arraez, Associated Press – 2025-09-05 10:31:00

SUMMARY: María Alejandra Rubio, separated from her 8-year-old son during U.S. deportation proceedings, is among Venezuelan mothers appealing to U.S. First Lady Melania Trump to reunite families split by immigration policies. Rubio expected to return to Venezuela with her son but was deported alone; her son remains in Georgia with a family friend. The group, supported by Venezuela’s government, sent a letter urging Trump to halt child-parent separations and deport families together. Venezuela has accepted over 10,000 deportees this year after President Maduro ended his refusal to accept U.S. deportees. The U.S. stresses careful assessment before returning unaccompanied minors.

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Florida court to hear case involving Rep. Cory Mills, revenge porn claims

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www.clickorlando.com – Stephanie Rodriguez – 2025-09-05 04:00:00

SUMMARY: Congressman Cory Mills faces a Columbia County court hearing after harassment allegations from ex-girlfriend Lindsey Langston, Miss United States and local GOP committeewoman. Langston, 25, filed for a restraining order, reporting threats from Mills, including releasing nude images and videos since their 2021 breakup. The couple lived together until Langston left following assault accusations from another woman against Mills, later withdrawn. Mills denies wrongdoing, with his attorney questioning the evidence’s validity. Langston is represented by attorney and commissioner Anthony Sabatini, who lost to Mills in the 2022 GOP primary and calls for Mills’ resignation or expulsion. The hearing is at 9:30 a.m. in Columbia County.

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