SUMMARY: In Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis is actively campaigning against Amendment 4, which seeks to change abortion laws, allowing procedures up to 24 weeks. Critics accuse DeSantis of misusing taxpayer resources to sway public opinion. He has held multiple press conferences alongside medical professionals to voice opposition, claiming the amendment is misleading and poses risks to parental consent laws. Supporters of Amendment 4 argue it would end extreme abortion restrictions and protect women’s health. A recent poll shows 60% support for the amendment, highlighting a contentious and divided political landscape as the election approaches, complicated further by recent hurricane recovery efforts.

In these final days before the election, Governor DeSantis started traveling the state to denounce Amendment 4 raising further concerns that he’s crossing a line

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SUMMARY: Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, faces charges including the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump during a round of golf. His defense seeks a new judge, Aileen Cannon, citing her previous rulings favoring Trump and suggesting potential bias if he were to be reelected. Routh’s team argues that Cannon’s appointment by Trump and Trump’s public praise for her create concerns over impartiality, especially since she dismissed a previous case against him. Prosecutors oppose the recusal, stating Routh’s claims lack sufficient legal basis. Routh has pleaded not guilty and is accused of stalking Trump for a month.

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SUMMARY: Happy Wednesday! The Ocean Breeze continues today with fast-moving showers expected later this morning. Fortunately, the weekend looks drier and less humid, though clouds will linger. Current temperatures are comfortable, with Miami at 75°F and Key West at 78°F. Winds are shifting from Northwest to Northeast, bringing spotty showers between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. A moderate rip current risk is in effect at the beach. While the tropics are quiet now, the Climate Prediction Center suggests potential tropical hazards may develop from October 30 to November 5. For today, expect highs around 86°F and decreasing rain chances as the week progresses.

NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says we’ll see a few spotty showers in the morning. The breeze will build in the afternoon with highs in the mid-80s.

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