Anna Florish
Freelance Journalist · Austin, TX
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Anna Florish is a freelance journalist based in Austin, Texas, with a reporting focus that includes state government, legislation, business, education, and public policy. She has experience following issues from legislative proposals through implementation and examining how policy changes affect organizations and residents. Florish uses a research oriented and concise reporting style, with an emphasis on distinguishing confirmed information from preliminary statements and keeping readers focused on the substance of a story.
Articles by Anna Florish
146 published articles — showing the 24 most recent
Johnson Ends House Session After Massie Files Impeachment
Speaker Mike Johnson ended the House session on September 15, 2026, after Representative Thomas Massie filed impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
California Attorney General Bonta Leads 21 Attorneys General Filing USDA Brief
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and 21 colleagues filed an amicus brief opposing the USDA reorganization plan. The filing supports an injunction to prevent staff resignations during a record cyclospora outbreak.
FTC Bars Beretta From Ruger Board in Antitrust Deal
The Federal Trade Commission accepted a consent order blocking Beretta from appointing non-independent directors to Ruger's board.
Senate Health Panel Schedules Saphier Confirmation Hearing
The Senate Committee on Health set a September 16, 2026, hearing for Dr. Nicole Saphier's surgeon general nomination. The proceeding also reviews nominees Chris Klomp and Dr. Timothy Westlake for senior health department roles.
Trump Nominates Kimberly Greenwood as Ambassador to Barbados
President Trump nominated Kimberly Greenwood to serve as U.S. ambassador to Barbados and six other Caribbean nations. The White House sent the nomination to the Senate for confirmation after she worked with Trump for 18 years.
Justice Dept. Charges 160 in $245M SBA Loan Fraud
The Justice Department charged over 160 defendants with defrauding Small Business Administration loan programs of about $245 million.
DHS Report Cites Unprecedented Metal Cages at Florida Site
A DHS inspector general report found unprecedented use of small metal enclosures at the Florida facility. Inspectors documented that 79 detainees were held in spaces far below federal square footage standards.
FAA Lacks Cost Estimate for Air Traffic System
The FAA lacks a reliable cost estimate and master schedule for its air traffic control modernization despite $12.5 billion in funding. Phase 1 targets completion by December 2028, but phase 2 has no established start or end date.
Sebestyen Book Argues Hitler Rise Was Not Inevitable
Victor Sebestyen's new book contends Adolf Hitler would have been a historical footnote if events had differed. The author cites Paul von Hindenburg's appointment of Hitler as chancellor as a decisive factor.
Texas Beats Ohio State as Cruz Promotes Bill
Texas defeated Ohio State 24-23 after trailing by 20 points while Senator Ted Cruz attended. Cruz discussed the Protect College Sports Act on ESPN before fans booed him.
Pope Leo XIV Marks Sept. 11 Anniversary
Pope Leo XIV commemorated the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks during his Sunday blessing from the Vatican on September 13, 2026.
Israel Approves Satellite Constellation From Iran to Turkey
Boaz Levy stated Israel approved a plan to deploy small satellites for continuous surveillance from Iran to Turkey. The system uses Defense Ministry and company funds to track multiple adversaries during urban conflicts.
Justice Department Sues Four States Over Tuition Laws for Non-Citizens
The Justice Department filed lawsuits against Hawaii, the District of Columbia, Arkansas, and Utah on September 10, 2026, challenging state laws that provide in-state tuition to non-citizens regardless of lawful presence. These actions bring the total number of challenges to state tuition policies for non-citizens to 25.
Documentary NAZA Sets Record at Venice Film Festival
The documentary NAZA received a 24.5-minute standing ovation at the 83rd Venice Film Festival on September 10, 2026, setting a new record for the longest ovation in the festival's history, surpassing the 22-minute ovation given to The Voice of Hind Rajab in 2025.
California Parole Board Sets Menendez Hearing for March 2027
The California Board of Parole moved the Menendez brothers' suitability hearing to March 2027. This decision advances their eligibility date by 17 months from August 2028.
Trump Plan Excludes Non-Citizens From 2030 Census Count
The Trump administration proposed excluding non-U.S. citizens without permanent legal status from the 2030 census apportionment data and stopping the use of census questions regarding race and ethnicity.
Trump Posts AI Images Suggesting New Mexico Rename
President Trump shared AI-generated images on Truth Social proposing to rename New Mexico as New America.
Delhi CM Orders FIR After Building Collapse
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta ordered an FIR against the building owner after a hostel collapsed. Rescue crews cleared most debris while searching for up to 40 people still trapped.
Froman Warns Chinese Overcapacity Risks Global Crisis
Michael Froman states Chinese industrial overcapacity and rising protectionism could trigger a global economic crisis. The former U.S. trade representative notes China produced 75% of global electric cars in 2025.
Wrestler Andrew Williams Dies After Collapse in Pennsylvania
All Elite Wrestling confirmed that wrestler Andrew Williams died at age 48 after collapsing during a match in Millvale, Pennsylvania.
Bad Bunny Halftime Show Wins Seven Emmys
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show won seven Creative Arts Emmy Awards in 2026. The performance set a new record for most Emmys won by a Super Bowl halftime show.
Melenchon Proposes Burning Bank of France Debt
Jean-Luc Melenchon proposed destroying 18% of French public debt held by the Bank of France. Officials warn the plan violates European treaties and could raise borrowing costs.
Tunisia Court Upholds Prison Terms for Opposition Figures
Tunisia's Court of Cassation rejected final appeals on September 4, 2026, upholding prison sentences for 40 opposition figures.
Uber Confronts EU Driver Lawsuit For AI Pay System
A class action lawsuit filed in Amsterdam alleges Uber breached data laws and cut earnings for 241,000 drivers. Plaintiffs seek damages and an injunction to stop the dynamic pay system introduced in the UK and Netherlands.