National Politics

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Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) did not mince words in dismissing Democratic rhetoric about illegal immigration in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Evening Edit, saying they "do not care about illegals" and that their words are "propaganda for the midterms." Rep. Luna said the talk of "concentration camps" and "disappearing/kidnapping people" is "simply not […]
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) commented on the recent anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) attacks during an appearance on Fox Business's Evening Edit, saying Democrats' rhetoric has escalated from "defund the police" to "attack the police." Rep. Steube also stated that "[Attorney General] Pam Bondi should investigate these elected officials if these Democratic elected officials are intentionally […]
Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) spearheaded a recent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) urging the expediting of treatments for livestock against New World Screwworm as an infestation spreads from Mexico. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) noted the possible resurgence of the parasite in December, with the Department of Agriculture (USDA) […]
The Houthis recently sank a commercial ship traversing the Red Sea, reportedly destined for Israel. The attack marks the second time Houthis have sunk a commercial ship in less than a week. Houthi-released videos demonstrate the Eternity C and Magic Seas ships sinking after suffering heavy damage from Houthi attacks. Additionally, Houthi missiles rained down […]
The American Conservative Values ETF (NYSE: ACVF), an ‘activist’ investment fund promoting conservative ideology, recently announced that it fully divested its holdings in Elon Musk’s Tesla Inc. ACVF justified its Tesla divestment on its underwhelming business results and Musk’s increased political participation. “We believe Musk’s distraction with political activity is damaging shareholder value,” said William […]
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) condemned Democratic silence about an attack on Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE) agents in Alvarado, Texas, during a recent appearance on Fox Business's Evening Edit, saying it was effectively a form of support for the violence. Ten people were arrested for shooting at ICE agents in front of a detention center for […]
The US and Israel have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) pledging mutual collaboration on artificial intelligence (AI) and energy projects. The MOU was signed as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the US for the third time since President Donald Trump’s inauguration. Energy and Interior Secretaries Chris Wright and Doug Burgum, along with US […]
The Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights (HHS' OCR) have informed the New England Commission of Higher Education that Harvard University has violated federal anti-discrimination laws. The crux of the Department's argument is that Harvard deliberately ignored numerous instances of antisemitic harassment and discrimination toward Jewish […]
The US Treasury Department has announced new sanctions against North Korean nationals working in foreign countries who allegedly remitted their earnings to North Korean authorities. According to the Treasury Department, Song Kum Hyok (Song), orchestrated a network of fraudulent North Korean technology workers in foreign countries. Song, a malicious cyber actor working for the North […]
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) discussed the impact of the "Big Beautiful Bill," recently signed into law by President Donald Trump, during a recent appearance on Fox Business's Mornings with Maria, saying it will affect midterm results. The host noted that Democrats will use the bill as a base for their political strategy going into the […]
Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL) recently urged the reinstatement of Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Gordon in a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi, who had been leading the prosecution of Leo Govoni, who is accused of embezzling from medical trust funds. As WFLA described, Govoni and his accountant, John Witeck, were arrested and indicted in late […]
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,” […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) continues his campaign against China, focusing on preventing the country from accessing and utilizing assets and incentives based in the U.S. Sens. Scott, Jim Banks (R-IN), and Pete Ricketts (R-NE) introduced the No Official Giveaways Of Taxpayers’ Income to Oppressive Nations (NO GOTION) Act. This bill aims […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D) appeared in an MSNBC interview to discuss the long-term effects and potential future of President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” “This Big Ugly Bill won’t be remembered for what it builds, but for what it destroys. It forces families to reverify every six months, with no new funding to […]