Key West to Introduce Resolution Taking Legal Action Against DeSantis Over ICE Partnership

Key West to Introduce Resolution Taking Legal Action Against DeSantis Over ICE Partnership

Liv Caputo
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July 8, 2025
The Key West city commission will consider a Tuesday motion to take legal action against Gov. Ron DeSantis for requiring local police to take on some federal immigration duties. The resolution, filed by Commissioner Sam Kaufman, contemplates either authorizing the city attorney to file suit against DeSantis or joining South Miami's ongoing lawsuit against the […]
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DeSantis Floats Suspending Miami Commissioners After City Cancels 2025 Mayoral Election

DeSantis Floats Suspending Miami Commissioners After City Cancels 2025 Mayoral Election

Michael Costeines
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July 8, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis recently stated that he's keeping all options on the table, including possible suspensions, after Miami Commissioners voted 3-2 in June to cancel the city's 2025 mayoral election and move it to November 2026. Commissioners Christine King, Ralph Rosado, and Damian Pardo voted in favor, while Joe Carollo and Miguel Gabela voted against. […]
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DeSantis Says 'No' to Trump's New Plan Protecting Undocumented Farmers

DeSantis Says 'No' to Trump's New Plan Protecting Undocumented Farmers

Liv Caputo
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July 8, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis amplified a podcast Tuesday criticizing President Donald Trump's new plan to shield undocumented farm workers from deportation, insisting that "amnesty" shouldn't be granted to any non-citizen. While DeSantis has tightly aligned with Trump's anti-illegal immigration agenda through harsh state crimes and an "Alligator Alcatraz" detention facility, the governor's indirect criticism on Tuesday […]
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Salazar Keeps Pressure on Petro in US-Colombia Diplomatic Spat

Salazar Keeps Pressure on Petro in US-Colombia Diplomatic Spat

Mateo Guillamont
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July 8, 2025
Representative Maria Elvira-Salazar (R-FL) continues condemning Colombian President Gustavo Petro for his threats against the US. The US recently recalled its top diplomat in Colombia following accusations from President Petro and political allies that south florida Representatives, including Representative Salazar, were interfering in his government.  State Secretary Marco Rubio called the accusations “baseless and reprehensible,” […]
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Buchanan Pushes for Passage of Thin Blue Line Act After Texas Anti-ICE Shooting

Buchanan Pushes for Passage of Thin Blue Line Act After Texas Anti-ICE Shooting

Grayson Bakich
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July 8, 2025
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) urged the passage of his Thin Blue Line Act in a post to X (formerly Twitter) responding to news of an anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shooting in McAllen, Texas. According to the Fox News article linked in Rep. Buchanan's post, a gunman opened fire on several agents near a detention […]
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JUICE🍊—7.8.2025—DeSantis Assists With Texas Flooding—Gruters vs. Ingoglia: Crossing Political Cannolis—Gas Prices Rise in Florida—Much More...

JUICE🍊—7.8.2025—DeSantis Assists With Texas Flooding—Gruters vs. Ingoglia: Crossing Political Cannolis—Gas Prices Rise in Florida—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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July 8, 2025
Gruters vs. Ingoglia: Rumble in Florida's Political Candyland One of the worst-kept secrets in Florida politics is Gov. Ron DeSantis' plan to appoint Sen. Blaise Ingoglia to replace former chief financial officer Jimmy Patronis, who vacated the position when he became a U.S. Congressman in Florida's 1st District. Sen. Joe Gruters will... ...READ MORE   Debbie […]
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Environmental Groups Submit Legal Brief Over 'Alligator Alcatraz' Detention Center

Environmental Groups Submit Legal Brief Over 'Alligator Alcatraz' Detention Center

Michael Costeines
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July 8, 2025
Friends of the Everglades and the Center for Biological Diversity announced Monday that they submitted a legal brief on July 3 in support of their motion for a temporary restraining order and injunction against Florida's new illegal alien detention facility in the Everglades, better known now as "Alligator Alcatraz." "Caring about America’s clean water, public […]
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Gruters vs. Ingoglia: Rumble in Florida's Political Candyland

Gruters vs. Ingoglia: Rumble in Florida's Political Candyland

Javier Manjarres
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July 8, 2025
One of the worst-kept secrets in Florida politics is Gov. Ron DeSantis' plan to appoint Sen. Blaise Ingoglia to replace former chief financial officer Jimmy Patronis, who vacated the position when he became a U.S. Congressman in Florida's 1st District. We're told it's a matter of time before Gov. DeSantis steps up and taps Sen. […]
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Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly Suggests Tax Increases on Insurers

Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly Suggests Tax Increases on Insurers

Michael Costeines
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July 7, 2025
Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly is floating a proposal to increase taxes on insurance companies and visitors to the Sunshine State as a solution to the state's affordability crisis. Jolly outlined his potential plan in an interview with NBC 6 South Florida Host Jackie Nespral. "When it comes to insurance, one of the biggest […]
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Florida Gas Prices Rise 13 Cents From Last Week, Still Lowest Since 2021 Despite Uptick

Florida Gas Prices Rise 13 Cents From Last Week, Still Lowest Since 2021 Despite Uptick

Michael Costeines
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July 7, 2025
Drivers in Florida are feeling a bit more heat at the pump in July, as gas prices rose 13 cents per gallon from last week, according to AAA. The statewide average is currently $3.07 per gallon. Drivers were paying about $2.94 a week ago, a 13-cent increase. Despite the recent spike, drivers across the Sunshine […]
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Last Squeeze🍊—7.7.2025—DeSantis Asks Elon Musk for Political Help—Texas Floods—Not Just 'One Big Beautiful Bill'?—Much More...

Last Squeeze🍊—7.7.2025—DeSantis Asks Elon Musk for Political Help—Texas Floods—Not Just 'One Big Beautiful Bill'?—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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July 7, 2025
DeSantis Asks Elon Musk for Political Help Though Gov. Ron DeSantis doesn't like Elon Musk's new political party, he hopes the tech billionaire will throw his weight behind two potential constitutional amendments limiting...READ MORE   Rep. Randy Fine: "Republicans, under the leadership of President Trump, have cut more federal spending than any administration in decades. But there is […]
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DeSantis Asks Elon Musk for Political Help

DeSantis Asks Elon Musk for Political Help

Liv Caputo
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July 7, 2025
Though Gov. Ron DeSantis doesn't like Elon Musk's new political party, he hopes the tech billionaire will throw his weight behind two potential constitutional amendments limiting congressional power. "If somebody as significant as Elon wants to get in the game on that, he will have a very consequential impact," DeSantis said at a Monday press […]
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Republican Toby Overdorf Announces SD 31 Election Bid

Republican Toby Overdorf Announces SD 31 Election Bid

Michael Costeines
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July 7, 2025
Rep. Tobin "Toby" Overdorf (R-Palm City) announced on Monday that he filed paperwork to run for Senate District 31, as first reported by Florida Politics. "Grateful for the opportunity to earn your support!" Overdorf said in his announcement. Overdorf will look to succeed Sen. Gayle Harrell (R-Stuart), who is term-limited in 2028. SD 31 covers […]
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Donalds Rips Democrats' 'People Will Die' Rhetoric Surrounding 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Donalds Rips Democrats' 'People Will Die' Rhetoric Surrounding 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Grayson Bakich
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July 7, 2025
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) was having none of the Democrats' claims that "people will die" surrounding the "Big Beautiful Bill's" Medicaid reforms in a recent appearance on Fox News's Big Weekend Show. The hosts of The Big Weekend Show noted that Democrats had previously supported work requirements as part of Medicaid, which aligns with the views […]
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DeSantis Deploys Four Boats, 15 People to Respond to Historic Texas Floods

DeSantis Deploys Four Boats, 15 People to Respond to Historic Texas Floods

Liv Caputo
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July 7, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis deployed three rescue teams to Kerrville, Texas over the weekend to help respond to historic flooding that killed at least 89 people and left dozens missing. The Florida Department of Emergency Management sent three swiftwater rescue teams to Kerrville, a town with just over 20,000 people an hour northwest of San Antonio, […]
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Johnson Teases Two More Big Beautiful Bills

Johnson Teases Two More Big Beautiful Bills

Mateo Guillamont
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July 7, 2025
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) revealed plans to draft two additional bills similar to the recently passed ‘One, Big, Beautiful’ Bill (BBBl.  Republicans codified BBB during the 4th of July weekend following heated debate over the bill’s most controversial issues.  Speaking to Fox News on Sunday, Speaker Johnson claimed he has plans to draft similar […]
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Florida Republicans Celebrate Final House Passage of Big Beautiful Bill

Florida Republicans Celebrate Final House Passage of Big Beautiful Bill

Grayson Bakich
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July 7, 2025
With the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" finally ready to be signed into law after a final House of Representatives vote, several Florida Republicans issued statements in celebration. Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) said, "Florida's Third District is home to hardworking families, first responders, small businesses, and rural communities—and this bill reflects their priorities." "It permanently extends […]
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JUICE🍊—7.7.2025—State Department Holdouts Threaten Trump's Presidency, Legacy—Alligator Alcatraz New Inmates—Much More...

JUICE🍊—7.7.2025—State Department Holdouts Threaten Trump's Presidency, Legacy—Alligator Alcatraz New Inmates—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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July 7, 2025
Trump's 'Golden Age' Could be Undermined by Pro-China 'Deep State' Holdovers in State Department President Donald Trump's historic victory in the 2024 presidential election ushered in the "Golden Age" in American politics and offered hope to millions of Americans that the ubiquities "Swamp" in Washington, D.C. would finally be drained, state department ...READ MORE   Rick […]
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