Thursday on First Coast Connect, host Melissa Ross spoke with a prominent Republican working on the independent presidential campaign of Evan McMullin. Local attorney Wayne Hogan talked about a new law aimed at protecting Florida rental car users and we heard about an upcoming blues concert highlighting female performers.
Rick Wilson
A group of Republicans who failed to prevent Donald Trump from winning the GOP nomination for president are throwing their support behind the candidacy of former CIA official Evan McMullin. Ross spoke to Republican strategist Rick Wilson, who is a key advisor to the McMullin campaign. Wilson was one of the founders of the "Dump Trump" movement among conservatives. Wilson said Trump needs to be beaten badly for the good of the county and the future of the Republican party.
Rental cars
Ross also spoke to local attorney Wayne Hogan on new laws designed to protect motorist who rent vehicles. Until June, it was legal for rental car companies to rent unrepaired or recalled vehicles. But thanks to a new federal law that has changed.
Women Who Rock the Blues
Local musical group Black Cat Bones performed on First Coast Connect ahead of Saturday's "Women Who Rock the Blues" concert in Jacksonville. The annual event is aimed at promoting young women in music. Black Cat Bones lead singer Kim Reteguiz talked about the concert and how she got started in the music business.