Samantha Putterman

Florida Democratic gubernatorial nominee David Jolly proposes shifting hurricane wind coverage to a state fund. GOP nominee U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds calls it a “hurricane tax.” We fact-checked the competing claims.

U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, Florida’s Republican gubernatorial nominee, said U.S. measles outbreaks were caused by “rampant illegal immigration” during President Joe Biden’s administration. There’s no evidence to support that.

An ad supporting U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds in Florida's governor race says his Democratic opponent David Jolly supports "gender changing surgeries on kids." The ad deceptively edited Jolly’s remarks.

James Fishback, a GOP Florida governor candidate, said Congress voted to merge the U.S. and Israeli militaries. The House passed a bill that strengthens data and technology sharing between the two countries. It doesn’t create any joint military.

Florida GOP candidates at the “Sunshine State Showdown” focused more on criticizing New York City and state politics than their primary or Democratic rivals. We fact-checked a day of their remarks.

Opponents of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ property tax plan say the Republican measure would defund essential public services or cause new taxes as Florida’s local governments try to cover the revenue shortfall. Would it?

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ property tax plan would raise the state’s threshold for taxing primary homes from $50,000 to $250,000 by 2028. We fact-checked DeSantis on the percentage of Florida homeowners who would not have to pay taxes.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Cubans the island’s 22-hour blackouts aren’t because of the U.S. oil blockade. The Cuban government's mismanagement is a key factor, but the blockade has worsened the problem.

The WHO declared an Ebola outbreak in Africa a “public health emergency of international concern.” Here's what to know about the viral strain, how U.S. funding cuts may affect the response and some of the misinformation already spreading.

Alligator Alcatraz, the controversial Everglades detention center, could soon shut down. We fact-checked statements from federal and state officials about the facility.