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Andrew Gillum’s Latest Arrest Marks Another Setback for Former Democratic Rising Star

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July 7, 2026

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Andrew Gillum's latest arrest comes years after his public addiction struggle and the federal corruption case that ended without convictions.

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OpsLens

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· Jul 7, 2026

‘Biggest FREAKS’: Former rising star among Democrats arrested with meth, cut straws, weed and bong in possession * WorldNetDaily * by Joe Kovacs

Source link Andrew Gillum (Daphne, Alabama, police photo) The one-time rising star among Democrats who barely lost to Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2018 has been arrested on drug

Knewz

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· Jul 8, 2026

Former Obama-backed Florida mayor arrested after police find wide range of drugs and paraphernalia in his car

Andrew Gillum, the former Tallahassee mayor and Democratic rising star who came within striking distance of becoming Florida’s first Black governor, was arrested in Alabama after police said a traffic stop uncovered methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia in his vehicle. Gillum, 46, was pulled over by the Daphne Police Department on U.S. Highway 98 around...

Drudge Report

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· Jul 10, 2026

'CARDIAC ARREST'

'CARDIAC ARREST' (Main headline, 2nd story, link) Related stories:VIDEO: UNCONSCIOUS MCCONNELL STRETCHERED INTO AMBULANCENEIGHBORS DETAIL EMERGENCYCOVER-UP TO AVOID ELECTION?TRUMP FEIGNS IGNORANCEKENTUCKY GOV. DEMANDS ANSWERS

The Hill

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· Jul 7, 2026

Former Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum arrested on drug charges

Andrew Gillum, who was the Democratic nominee in the 2018 Florida governor’s race, was arrested last week on drug-related offenses, according to jail records. Officers from the Daphne Police Department in Alabama arrested Gillum on July 2 at 10:44 p.m. CDT, according to booking records from the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office. Gillum, 46, was booked...

DNyuz

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· Jul 9, 2026

Does a Sex Assault Claim Kill a Political Career? It Depends.

Eric Swalwell. Tony Gonzales. Now, Graham Platner. The battlefield that is this midterm election season is riddled with the campaigns of men felled by their pasts and by inescapable allegations of abuse of power and sexual violence. Even the legacy of an icon, Cesar Chavez, was shattered in a matter of days. Nearly a decade []

Florida Politics

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· Jun 25, 2026

Dan Green musters a battalion of veteran, conservative endorsements in CD 9

A Sheriff, a state Senator and a war-hero SEAL line up behind Green. The post Dan Green musters a battalion of veteran, conservative endorsements in CD 9 appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns Elections. Lobbying Government..

CBS Sports

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· Jun 27, 2026

Biggest offseason question for every West team: Big moves for Lakers, Warriors? Can Spurs trade De'Aaron Fox?

Will LeBron James stay in Los Angeles? What's next for Ja Morant and Kawhi Leonard?

NBC Sports

· Jun 23, 2026

NBA Offseason Trade/Free Agent Rumors 2026: Celtics reportedly listening to offers for Jaylen Brown

Who will be the next big star on the move? Jaylen Brown? Kawhi Leonard? Anthony Davis?

MS NOW

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· Jul 8, 2026

For Democrats replacing Platner, the how will be as big as the who

If progressives and state party leaders want to beat incumbent Sen. Susan Collins, transparency in their process will be key. The post For Democrats replacing Platner, the how will be as big as the who appeared first on MS NOW.

KTLA 5

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· Jul 10, 2026

Deputy Attorney General Marissa Roy challenging John McKinney for Los Angeles City Attorney

The California primary now in the rearview mirror, the march towards November is on. After Los Angeles voters ousted incumbent City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto last month, the first incumbent City Attorney to be ousted in nearly 100 years, the race is now set between Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney John McKinney and Deputy California Attorney General Marissa Roy. Roy joins Cher Calvin and John Fenoglio to discuss his reason for running, her "People's Platform," protecting tenants' rights, ensuring families feel safe in Los Angeles, and her vow to fight the Trump Administration. July 9, 2026. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

New York Amsterdam News

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· Jun 26, 2026

With the progressive candidate wins, is a democratic socialist tsunami on the horizon?

An appearance by DSA candidates was a telling omen of the primary election outcome Tuesday night—Mayor Zohran Mamdani had a magic touch. The post With the progressive candidate wins, is a democratic socialist tsunami on the horizon? appeared first on New York Amsterdam News.

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 7, 2026

Former Democrat Rising Star Arrested on Drug Charges

Baldwin County Sheriff's OfficeAndrew Gillum, the former Florida gubernatorial candidate who was once hailed as one of the Democratic Party’s brightest young stars, was arrested in Alabama on three drug charges. Gillum, 46, was booked into the Baldwin County Jail on Thursday on charges including possession of dangerous drugs, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was released the following day after posting a combined 6,500 bond. Authorities have not yet disclosed what allegedly led to the arrest or identified the drugs involved. Read more at The Daily Beast.

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 7, 2026

Former Dem Golden Boy Arrested Again Just Three Years After He Was Let Off The Hook

Former Florida Democratic gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum was arrested last week in Alabama on multiple drug charges, marking the latest legal setback for the one-time Democratic rising star whose political career has unraveled since narrowly losing the 2018 governor’s race to Republican Ron DeSantis. Gillum, 46, was booked Thursday in Baldwin County, Alabama, on charges ...

Off The Press

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· Jul 2, 2026

Justice Barrett faces backlash after voting to uphold birthright citizenship

Justice Amy Coney Barrett is facing fierce backlash from conservative lawmakers and pundits after voting to uphold birthright citizenship, serving a severe blow to a core pillar of President Trump’s immigration agenda. Barrett joined Chief Justice John Roberts, Justice Brett Kavanaugh and the court’s three liberal justices in striking down Trump’s Day 1 executive order []...Click to read more

PBD Podcast

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· Jul 9, 2026

The Guy Who Nearly Beat DeSantis Is Now Facing A Felony Meth Charge

Andrew Gillum, who narrowly lost the 2018 Florida governor's race to Ron DeSantis, has now been formally charged following an arrest in Alabama, escalating his legal troubles into serious criminal territory. The PBD Podcast is hosted by Patrick Bet David, CEO of Valuetainment. Join us live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9 AM EST as we break down the biggest stories in news, politics, business, current events, and pop culture, plus interviews with today’s most influential leaders. Our mission is to enlighten, entertain, and educate current and future leaders through real conversations, sharp analysis, and bold perspectives. Watch the Home Team for real time reactions and catch exclusive one on one interviews with Patrick Bet David every Tuesday and Thursday featuring top entrepreneurs, executives, and newsmakers. Subscribe and join a community focused on leadership, growth, and thinking bigger. The future looks bright.

Florida Daily

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· Jul 7, 2026

Former Democratic Party Rising Star Andrew Gillum Arrested on Drug Charges in Alabama

A former Democratic gubernatorial nominee who also served as the mayor of Tallahassee was arrested on drug charges in Alabama. Andrew Gillum, by police in Daphne, Alabama. According to the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office jail roster, Gillum was taken into custody on July 2 at 10:44 p.m. local time for “Possession Of Dangerous Drugs, Drug []

Us Weekly

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· Jul 7, 2026

Florida Politician Andrew Gillum Arrested for Meth and Marijuana Possession

Andrew Gillum, the former Florida Democratic governor nominee in 2018, was arrested in Alabama on possession of methamphetamine and other drug charges. Gillum, 46, was arrested on Thursday, July 2, just before 11 p.m. by local police officers in Daphne, Alabama. The Daphne Police Department said that the politician was accused of having the drugs []

Oaklandside

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· Jul 9, 2026

James Beere is Oakland’s new permanent police chief

James Beere is Oakland’s new permanent police chief A nearly 30-year veteran officer, Beere has made progress on OPD’s federal reforms and led during a time of declining crime.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 7, 2026

Former DeSantis foe Andrew Gillum arrested on drug charges

Former Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum, who narrowly lost to Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in 2018, was arrested by Alabama police on drug charges last week. The Democratic politician was booked into jail last Thursday on charges of possession of dangerous drugs, drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana, according to a local Florida news outlet. []

Wirepoints

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· Jun 28, 2026

Inside the ‘Broadview Six’ scandal rocking Chicago’s federal courthouse – Chicago Sun-Times

Federal prosecutors in Chicago are better known for taking on violent street gangs, potential terrorists and corrupt politicians of all stripes. In 20 years, they put two governors in prison, as well as a former U.S. House speaker who served two heartbeats away from the presidency. But the “Broadview Six” scandal is now threatening to do long-term damage to what’s perhaps the most highly regarded law enforcement agency in the city. A federal judge summed it up this way: “Trust has been broken.”

RedState

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· Jul 1, 2026

ESSEX FILES: Justice Barrett's Recent Rulings Test Conservative Principles on Immigration and Elections

ESSEX FILES: Justice Barrett's Recent Rulings Test Conservative Principles on Immigration and Elections

Capital & Main

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· Jun 24, 2026

One Year On, Los Angeles Is Still Living with the Fallout of the Raids

New analysis and firsthand accounts reveal the toll of the crackdown on immigrant communities in L.A. County and beyond. The post One Year On, Los Angeles Is Still Living with the Fallout of the Raids appeared first on .

The Motley Fool

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· Jul 2, 2026

Custody Banks Like State Street and BNY Mellon Are Quietly Near Record Highs. Here's What's Driving the Rally.

These banks don't depend as much on favorable interest rates.

Sky News Australia

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· Jun 26, 2026

The orange wave is real: Pauline Hanson represents the ‘forgotten people’

​Former NSW Police minister David Elliott says the “forgotten people” see One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson as “their own”. “One Nation has successfully gathered support from all those who have had enough,” Mr Elliot told Sky News host Danica De Giorgio “The forgotten people now feel that the political establishment has again forgotten them. “The forgotten people see Senator Hanson as their own, a champion, one of us. “In their panic to discredit them, the major parties and so-called progressive media have now given One Nation a platform within the establishment that lamented their very existence. “In fact, the campaign against Senator Hanson has been so successful that the orange wave can now boast to be the most popular political movement in the nation. “For the establishment, it has been the ultimate own goal."

Independent Journal Review

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· Jul 9, 2026

DeSantis’ 2018 Opponent Booked On Drug Charges

Andrew Gillum, the former Democratic nominee for governor of Florida who narrowly lost to Ron DeSantis in 2018, was arrested last week in Alabama on drug-related charges. Gillum, 46, was taken into custody Thursday night in Daphne, Alabama, a city in Baldwin County near the Florida Panhandle. According to online jail records cited by TMZ, []

Palo Alto Online

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· Jul 2, 2026

California unions want to unwind a landmark pension reform. Who will foot the bill?

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The 1998 election of Gray Davis as governor was something of a fluke. Davis had climbed the political ladder one rung at a time, from serving as Gov. Jerry Brown’s chief of staff to a seat in the state Assembly, then a stint []

Attack the System

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· Jun 27, 2026

Only Fools Gloat

Only Fools Gloat Plus: Usha Vance’s baby bump, earthquakes in Venezuela, British sex shops, and more LIZ WOLFE The aftermath: Loyal readers of Roundup know that yesterday’s primary results—a Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) sweep of New York’s districts, dethroning incumbents left and right—are likely going to lead [] The post Only Fools Gloat first appeared on Attack the System.

The Economic Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Why was Congressman Ro Khanna detained?

Why was Congressman Ro Khanna detained?

Breitbart News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Newsom: You’ll Be Prosecuted if You Help Trump “Meddle” with Our Totally Legit and Fair Elections

California Governor Gavin Newsom stated that you will be arrested and prosecuted if you help President Trump “interfere” or “meddle” with California’s totally upfront and legitimate elections. It’s so great he’s concerned with election integrity! #shorts

Twitchy

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· Jul 8, 2026

Totally Hitlarious: Chris Murphy Worries About Dem Party’s Credibility If Platner Isn’t Properly Replaced

Totally Hitlarious: Chris Murphy Worries About Dem Party’s Credibility If Platner Isn’t Properly Replaced

USA TODAY

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· Jul 7, 2026

Andrew Gillum arrested in Alabama on drug charges, records show

Former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum was arrested in Alabama on drug charges, then released the next day, law enforcement records show. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/4axhjy9m Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

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