President Barack Obama arrives in S Fla for fundraiser

MIAMI – President Barack Obama is in south Florida for a pair of fundraisers for the Democratic National Committee. 

Air Force One landed at Miami International Airport shortly after 5 p.m. Wednesday, about half an hour earlier than expected. 

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The President's motorcade then arrived at the home of a local businessman on Palm Island, where tickets for the private dinner and event went for more than $34,000 a head. 

Protesters gathered on Alton Road and 29th Street, where the President was expected to make an appearance at a second fundraiser. 

Traffic delays are expected on the Julia Tuttle Causeway and Alton Road from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.


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