JUICE — Florida Politics' Juicy Read — 8.10.2021 — Nikki Fried, The COVID Update Babe?—China's Big Threat/Gamble—Crist, DWS, DeSantis—More...

"China Compared to Third Reich As the 2022 Beijing ‘Genocide Games’ Near," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—In a very rare scenario, the Summer Olympics have ended in the year directly before the Winter Olympics, breaking the every other year tradition. However, human rights activists have already called the Beijing Olympics the “Genocide Games.”

"Senate Democrats Outline $3.5 Trillion ‘Social Welfare’ Tax Hike and Amnesty Spending Plan," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—Senate Democrats released the full text of the $3.5 trillion budget resolution Monday, in their first significant step to boost social spending by overhauling the nation’s climate, child care, health care laws, as well as immigration reform through the process of reconciliation without garnishing any Republican votes.

"DeSantis threatens to withhold salaries of education officials as counties find mask workarounds," by POLITICO's Andrew Atterbury—TALLAHASSEE — At least two Florida school districts want students to get permission from a health care professional before opting out of wearing masks this fall through new policies that “violate” rules created by the DeSantis administration to thwart mandatory face coverings on K-12 campuses.

"U.S. Lawmakers Warn of the Growing Bond Between China, Venezuela, and the Cuban regime," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—After the U.S. imposed more sanctions on elements within the Communist Cuban regime, the Chinese government came out in full support of their ally in the Western Hemisphere, calling for the Biden administration to end the long-standing and decades-long sanctions put in place by past American administrations.

"Florida still breaking records for daily COVID cases. Single-day high reaches 28,317," by the Sun-Sentinel—Florida set more pandemic records for the most cases of COVID in a single day, with 28,317 new cases for Sunday and 28,316 for Saturday, the CDC said Monday.

Wasserman Schultz Says Ron DeSantis is ‘Dumb’ and ‘Deadly’ by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—According to Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Gov. Ron DeSantis is “dumb” and “deadly,” and “death will be his legacy” as a result of the rapid spread and mutation of the COVID-19 virus in Florida.

"Judge Rules in Favor of Vaccine Passports on Cruises," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—After Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) boldly sued the CDC over vaccine passports being mandated by cruise liners, his actions to protect unvaccinated Americans may take a major hit after a recent court ruling. This week, a judge ruled in favor of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings requiring passengers to furnish a vaccine passport before boarding one of their cruise ships.

"Pediatric Wards Filling up With COVID-19 Patients at Major Hospitals," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—It seems like COVID-19 Déjà vu, as the deadly disease continues to spike and with more and more children coming down with the virus and being admitted to hospital pediatric wards, Florida Democrats are once again blaming Gov. Ron DeSantis for the skyrocketing infection rate and are calling him to implement restrictions, measures that many Floridians call ‘Draconian.’

‘Maskless’ Obama Dancing Night Away At ‘Epic’ Birthday Bash Packed With A-List Celebrities," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—Former President Obama celebrated his 60th birthday maskless with many celebrities, politicians, and a couple hundred other “close friends and family members” packed in the grounds of his family’s lavish home in Martha’s Vineyard, Mass on Saturday, despite vowing to hold a “scaled-back” swanky soiree amid rising concerns over the Delta variant of COVID-19 resurgence.

"Democrat School Board Member Fails in Dox Ron DeSantis’s Kids," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—In the ugly world of politics, and in the new ‘Woke” and “Cancel Culture” Americans find themselves living in, no one is off-limits to political attacks or “Doxxing,” not even Gov. Ron DeSantis’s kids.

"‘RINO’ Cassidy Criticizes DeSantis For Banning School Mask Mandates," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) is speaking out against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R) executive order on banning mask mandates in Florida public schools, saying that “the local officials should have control” over the decision.

"Trump Warns GOP Senators Not To Vote On ‘Disgrace’ Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill," by The Floridian's Mona Salama

"Trump Responds To Wisconsin Purging 205,000 Bad Voter Registrations After Election," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Former President Donald Trump has responded to the Wisconsin Elections Commissioner’s recent decision to cancel 205,000 voter registrations because according to a recent report, officials “could not find the voters.”

"DeSantis Questions Biden’s Memory: ‘What Else Has He Forgotten?’ by The Floridian's Jim McCool

"Democrat Group Convenes Over VP Harris’ ‘Media Crisis’by The Floridian's Mona Salama

"Cori Bush Defends Having Private Security But Insists ‘Defunding The Police Has To Happen’ by The Floridian's Mona Salama—Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) defended her hypocritical stance Thursday, spending tens of thousands to “make sure” she has personal security as the congresswoman has “too much work to do,” while at the same time telling critics to “suck it up” because the calls to defund the police “has to happen.”

"Trump Skewers ‘Purple Hair’ Megan Rapinoe and ‘Woke’ Soccer Team After Failed Olympics," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—After the controversial and “woke” U.S. Women’s National Soccer team humiliated itself by losing first to Sweden 3-0, and then to Canada 1-0, the “woke” group lead by Black Lives Matter supporter Megan Rapinoe, was able to salvage a little bit of dignity by barely winning the Bronze medal by beating Australia 4-3 at the Tokyo Olympics.

"Senate Votes Against Rick Scott’s Amendment Requiring Spending Bills To Show Inflation Analysis," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—

"Southwest Florida Republicans Concerned Everglades Foundation May Sabotage DeSantis Re-Election," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—The newly-proposed and approved “Alternative CC” plan the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be implemented to manage the toxic algae waters of Lake Okeechobee, could have a negative impact on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ election efforts and could be political in nature to help his potential general election opponent. Rep. Charlie Crist.

"DeSantis Fires Back At Biden Criticism: ‘Why Don’t You Do Your Job?’ To Secure Southern Border," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis blasted President Biden Wednesday, telling him that he should focus more on doing his job to get the U.S.-Mexico border secured before even saying “blip” about his leadership on COVID handling.

 

Democrats Flock to DC in Attempt to Revive ‘For the People Act’ by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Months after the first bill of the 2021 legislative session, For the People Act, failed all but failed in the U.S. Congress with the measure stalling in the Senate, Democrats across the country are not ready to give up on the bill. As Republicans rev up “election integrity” measures and audit in state legislatures across the country, Democrats flock to Capitol Hill to revive the dead For the People Act.

"Biden Swipes At DeSantis And Abbott For Blocking COVID Restrictions," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—President Biden denounced Govs. Ron DeSantis of Florida and Greg Abbott of Texas Tuesday for banning COVID restrictions including reimposing mask mandates or vaccine passports, calling their freedom imposed measure “bad health policy,” and that the Republican leaders should “get out of the way” of people who are trying to “do the right thing.”

"Lauren Book Calls for Prosecution of Cuomo," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Amid Governor Andrew Cuomo’s (D-NY) amazing fall from grace as the AG probe into his sexual misconduct was painfully unraveled, a bipartisan push for him to resign has only grown. Now, Florida Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book (D-32) has not only called for his resignation but also his prosecution.

"House Republicans’ Hallway Joke Against Demings, Crist, and Ocasio-Cortez," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—When former President Donald Trump was being impeached by House Democrats (both times) Rep. Valdez “Val” Demings (D) was front-and-center in the process and pressed for a swift impeachment vote from her position on the House Judiciary Committee, and Republicans were paying attention.

"New Poll: Harris Most Unpopular VP in 50 Years," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—After being assigned the duty of presiding over the ongoing Border Crisis and having some infamous altercations with journalists, Vice President Kamala Harris (D) has had her fair share of gaffes in the past 6 months. Now, a new poll shows that she is the most unpopular Vice President in 50 years.

"Anthony Sabatini: Stephanie Murphy ‘one of the Dumbest Members of Congress’ by The Floridian's Jim McCool

"DeSantis Fires Back at WH for ‘Baseless’ COVID Claims," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—After more than a year of opposing mask mandates and refusing lockdowns, Governor DeSantis (R-FL) has become the subject of scrutiny for national Democrats with Press Secretary Jen Psaki leading the charge, smearing his policies. However, DeSantis has fired back at the White House over what they call “baseless” COVID claims.

"National Republicans Targets Demings Over Her ‘Socialist’ Voting Record," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—When former President Donald Trump was being impeached by House Democrats (both times) Rep. Valdez “Val” Demings (D) was front-and-center in the process and pressed for a swift impeachment vote from her position on the House Judiciary Committee, and Republicans were paying attention.

"McCarthy Jokes ‘It Will Be Hard Not To Hit’ Pelosi With Gavel If He Becomes House Speaker," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) joked casually during a fundraising event that it “will be hard not to hit” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) with the speaker’s gavel if Republicans take back control of the House in next year’s midterm elections and he becomes speaker.

Biden has ‘Active, Vibrant Marxists Inside of his Base’ [VIDEO]," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Just as President Joe Biden announced the second round of sanctions against the Cuban regime for cracking down on dissidents and protestors over the past several weeks, more and more Progressive Democrats are calling for the lifting of the U.S. embargo and sanctions against the oppressive regime. Marxists are on the march in Washington.

'Rubio, GOP Congressmen Warn Army Corps Against Limiting Water Supply to South Florida," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—In response to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ recently-unveiled Lake Okeechobee water management plan (Alternative CC) that could jeopardize water supply levels for all of South Florida, Senior Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) said that the plan ultimately adopted by the Corps must have “balance” and consider the “economic and human” impacts.

[GRAPHIC VIDEO] Stephanie Murphy Called To Resign After Making Offensive Gesture," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Between mask mandates, a border crisis, and a January 6th Committee, it’s no secret that there is tension on Capitol Hill right now. However, Florida’s own US Rep. Stephanie Murphy (D-FL) apparently had enough this week and may have let the pressure get to her. Rep.Murphy appears to have directed an offensive gesture (flipped the bird) to a National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) staffer who was trying to ask her a question as Murphy walked toward the congressional office buildings.

Hunter Biden Responds To Critics Of His Artwork: ‘F**k ’em’ by The Floridian's Mona Salama

Sen. Mayfield Backs DeSantis’ Masks in Schools Policy," by The Floridian's Jim McCool

Biden Ignoring COVID Treatment Drug as Virus Surges," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—With the highly contagious COVID-19 Delta variant spreading across Texas and around the U.S., President Joe Biden is urging Americans to get vaccinated but is ignoring a request by Texas Rep. Pete Sessions (R) to review and consider a new COVID treatment drug that would dramatically improve the health of those infected with milder cases of the virus.

U.S. Faces ‘Big Problems’ in Western Hemisphere With Rise of Marxist," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—With the country of Peru having elected a Marxist president in Pedro Castillo (pictured), and with other countries like Cuba and Venezuela serving as a launching pad, if you would, for the Axis of Repression countries of Cuba, China, Russia, and Iran, the entire Western Hemisphere is at risk of falling behind the new “Iron Curtain” that the Chinese and Russians are trying to build.

Carlos Gimenez Literally Steps Across Pelosi’s Mask Mandate," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres

"New Poll: 51% of Americans Disapprove of President Biden," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—While President Biden (D) may have characterized himself as a unifier literally moments after his inauguration, a new poll has shown that the new president has not yet lived up to that promise. The breaking poll reports that 51% of Americans so far, disapprove of Joe Biden’s job as president.

"Capitol Police To Arrest House Staff And Vistors Who Defy Pelosi Mask Mandate," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—US Capitol Police officers are ordered to arrest Congressional aides and visitors on the House side of the Capitol complex who refuse to comply with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) reimpose mask mandate, according to a police memo issued by the new Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger and obtained by Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL).

"Rubio Says Trump had Plan to Get Internet Into Cuba [Video]," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—WASHINGTON— As the debate to assist the Cuban protests with internet access continues to persist, all eyes have been on the Biden administration apparent unwillingness to act against the Cuban regime, Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) has told The Floridian that he and President Donald Trump had a plan in the works to send in a signal that would give the Cuban people internet access.

"Biden Administration Release ‘Root Causes’ Strategy On Migration After 5 Months Of Crisis," by The Floridian's Mona Salama—The Biden Administration unveiled its strategy to address the root causes of migration amid a surge of migrant crossings into the U.S.-Mexico border, hitting a 10-year high with over a million encounters in just five short months.

"Shevrin Jones Wants State-Wide Mask Mandate," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Florida State Senator Shevrin Jones (D-35) made remarks on the state’s alarming rise in COVID-19 cases as Florida reports one in every five new cases in the United States. Senator Jones has made the bold call for a state-wide mask mandate.

"Waltz Introduces the PAINTER Act Because of Hunter Biden," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina

"DeSantis: ‘Fauci Needs to be Fired’ by The Floridian's Daniel Molina

"Donalds Gets Into Heated Shouting Match Over the Mask Mandate," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres

"Nancy Pelosi Snaps at Reporter: ‘Let’s not Waste your Time or Mine’ [Video]," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Washington—Moments after addressing the media at a ‘Climate Change Now’ press conference at the U.S. Capitol, Speaker Nancy Pelosi took issue with a reporter trying to ask her to respond to House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and Republican leadership.