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Redistricting Process Stops

Well, I am not going to say ‘I told you so,’ but I told you so.

Gov. DeSantis has said that he was waiting to see what legal issues his and other Republican-friendly congressional redistricting maps could face before the process of drawing said maps came to a close.

Yesterday in Miami, I asked Gov. DeSantis how far or how close he and Speaker Chris Sprowls and Senate President Wilton Simpson were to come to terms with a congressional redistricting map.

As expected, Gov. DeSantis said he was waiting on a couple of legal issues to be resolved, explaining how he had veto power over any congressional map.

Our amigo, POLITICO’s Gary Fineout, posted about the letter DeSantis’s office sent the Florida Supreme Court asking to give him guidance to redraw fair and constitutional maps.

As Fineout stated, DeSantis brought the process to a screeching halt yesterday, as Republican legislators said they would not press forward until the clarifications DeSantis requested were obtained.

If DeSantis’s map holds up to scrutiny, then the Florida legislature will have no choice but to support it, and Republicans could make greater congressional gains on election day.

As for Rep. Al Lawson, whose minority gerrymandered district is all-but scrapped, he will still be able to run for reelection in a predominantly-minority district and win.

The focus will then be on two big races in Central Florida and in Tampa Bay.

Both Reps. Stephanie Murphy (D) and Charlie Crist (D) have called it quits, and now Republicans are in a position to win those Democrat-held seats. READ MORE HERE

CORPORATE WELFARE/BAILOUT—Will Republicans in the Florida Legislature reject 'Corporate Welfare" in the state? It's all up to Speaker Sprowls and Presiden Simpsons READ MORE

 

Rep. Ted Deutch-Amnesty International labeled Israel an apartheid state in a report they issued earlier today.

Jimmy Patronis-Honoring #BlackHistoryMonthR, the achievements of Black Americans, and the courage of those who fought tirelessly for equality for all, so that every American can realize his or her dreams in the greatest country on the face of the Earth.

Rep. Anna V. Eskamani -Republicans in the FL Legislature are proposing one of the largest corporate tax cuts in state history! A temporary tax cut of $3 billion over the next five years, & a permanent tax cut of more than $300 million a year.

The bill will be heard in the FL Senate on 2/3 at 9am.

Senator Jason Pizzo-Credit where credit is due: After nearly four years of our advocating for critical resiliency/infrastructure funding for our cities and county, (much of it vetoed), over $65 million of this $404 million will now go towards projects in our district!

Thank you, @GovRonDeSantis

Marco Rubio-He (Tom Brady) tortured Dolfans as a Patriot & then brought the title back to Florida as a Buccaneer

But his true legacy isn’t about rings or records

It will be about his relentless commitment to excellence in his craft

 

"Republican-led Florida Legislature Could Tackle Corporate Welfare" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—In the era of COVID, Americans from all walks of life have endured extraordinary economic woes because of the U.S. economy practically shutting down with the spread of the pandemic, and now the Florida legislature may play a role in ending 'Corporate welfare.'

"Levine Cava Touts Decrease in gun Violence" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava took to social media this week to discuss the accomplishments of the Miami-Dade County government, affirming that “our plan is working,” Levine Cava discussed how she has addressed gun violence.

"Central Florida Republicans Raise Big Cash to Replace Stephanie Murphy" by The Floridians—The Republican congressional primary race to replace retiring Rep. Stephanie Murphy (D) in Florida’s 7th Congressional District is heating up, this as the top three contenders in the crowded primary race —Navy Seal Brady Duke, Rep. Anthony Sabatini, Combat Veteran Cory Mills—have all reported raising over $700,000 for their respective campaigns.

"NRSC Launches New Podcast 'Red Zone' With Trump as Its Debut Guest" by The Floridian's Mona Salama

"New Poll: DeSantis Beats Biden in 2024, but not Trump" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Amid rumors of him running for president in 2024, Floridians do not seem to be fully behind Governor DeSantis (R-FL) leaving his post as governor. In fact, Floridians prefer President Trump to Gov.DeSantis in the latest 2024 presidential polls.

"Biden To Sign Executive Order On Crypto Regulations As Matter of 'National Security' by The Floridian's Mona Salama

"Mast Says Biden 'Sending a Middle Finger' to Florida Over Water Conservation" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina

"Rep. Rashida Tlaib wants to end U.S. funding to apartheid Lebanon" by The Floridian's Michelle Rosenberg

Taddeo Dubbed 'the Most Compelling Candidate'" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—State Senator Annette Taddeo (D) has shared an article from the Economist calling her “the most compelling candidate” in the upcoming 2022 midterm election. The Florida Democrat is currently campaigning across the state of Florida on her RV tour to unseat Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R).

"Senate Tees Up Potential Election Changes" by Jim Saunders of News Service of Florida—each year, add steps for voting by mail and create a state office to probe alleged election irregularities.

"(VIDEO) DeSantis Calls Out Nazi 'Jackasses,' Says he Will not be Smeared by Democrats" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—As "Nazis" trended on Twitter, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL), addressed last weekend's Orlando Nazi rally, calling those who partook in the gathering as "Jackasses."

"Rubio on Demings Silence: 'She Doesn't Want To Tell People The Truth'" by The Floridian's Mona Salama—Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) responded to Rep. Val Demings' silence on the question if she "think Floridians are better off than they were a year ago," saying his Democratic opponent is afraid to tell American "people the truth."

"(VIDEO) DeSantis Wants Hotels Punished for Housing Illegal Immigrants" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—WEST PALM BEACH—Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed a report by The Floridian of 4 busloads of illegal immigrants having been unloaded in Maitland, Florida this weekend, saying that there are “a lot of assets that are involved in first identifying, you know what exactly is going on there, and then trying to figure out who’s involved.”

"Cammack: Food Supply is a 'National security threat'" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina

"Charlie Crist Replaces Politicized Holocaust Message" by The Floridian's Michelle Rosenberg—The international community mourned the 6 million Jewish lives lost in the Holocaust last Thursday to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The commemoration serves as a day to “never forget” the consequences of tyranny and unchecked hate. Leaders across the globe made statements in solitarily with the Jewish community and pledged to keep those victims’ memories alive.

"DeSantis: The Media Thinks Voters are ‘Stupid’" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) is once again taking issue with the Mainstream Media, accusing it of thinking voters are “stupid.” Much like President Donald Trump (R), DeSantis has been vocal regarding what he believes is a double standard in the media.

"Rubio Campaign Sounds Off on Demings for Avoiding the Media" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—After making her official bid for the US Senate, US Rep. Val Demings (R-FL) has made a 180-degree change in her public appearance. This week, the Rubio campaign sounded off on Demings for avoiding the media in an awkward interaction with someone just before or after a campaign event.

"Senate Ready to Take Up Abortion Limit" by News Service of Florida

"Demings Raises Whopping $7.1 Million to Closeout 2021" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Rep. Val Demings (D), who is running to the U.S. Senate this year against Sen. Marco Rubio (R), has posted another whopping fundraising quarter to end 2021

"(VIDEO) Loomer Exposes Buses of Illegal Immigrants Arriving in Florida" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres

"DeSantis Awards Cities With $80 Million in Rebuild Florida Funds, Democrats Call him a 'Fraud'" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—FORT LAUDERDALE—Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced that some $80 million was awarded to several South Florida cities through the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity’s (DEO) Rebuild Florida Mitigation General Infrastructure Program.

"Slain NYPD Officer Widow In Powerful Eulogy Blast Manhattan DA and System That 'Continues To Fail Us'" by The Floridian's Mona Salama

"1776 Action Not Done Combatting CRT" by The Floridian's Jim McCool

"Desantis Urges Floridians to Combat Antisemitism" by The Floridian's Michelle Rosenberg

"Eskamani Vows to 'Protect Reproductive Freedom'" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Rep. Anna V. Eskamani (D) is speaking out against a recent anti-abortion bill that has gained GOP support in the Florida legislature. Discussing the efforts of the Republican-led legislature to fashion legislative measures similar to the one presented in Texas,

"Florida Surgeon General Asked if He Grew Up 'Entitled' (video)" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres

"Rubio: 2022 Election is ‘Between Crazy and Normal’" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) has issued a scathing distinction between himself and his 2022 midterm election opponent, Florida Rep. Val Demings (D). Often calling Demings a “Pelosi puppet,” the Florida Republican is now arguing that the upcoming election in November will be “the choice between crazy and normal.”

"Florida Rep. Eskamani Appears to be Considering Run for Congress" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Rep. Anna Eskamani (D), the popular Progressive Democratic legislator from Orlando told The Floridian on Thursday that she did not know if she would run for Congress in the soon-to-be-open District 7.

"Florida Rep. Andrade Threatened by State House NPA Candidate" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres

"Abortion Limit Could Take Next Step" by News Service of Florida—A House panel is scheduled Thursday to consider a controversial proposal that would prohibit doctors from performing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.

The proposal (HB 5), sponsored by Rep. Erin Grall, R-Vero Beach, and Rep. Jenna Persons-Mulicka, R-Fort Myers, will go before the House Health Care Appropriations Subcommittee after passing the Judiciary Committee last week

"Illegal Immigrant 'Mystery Flights' Compared to Secret Cold War Migrant Airlift" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—TALLAHASSEE — The Committee on Judiciary in the Florida Senate voted along party lines to pass a controversial immigration measure that would prevent the state from doing business with companies like Greyhound or American Airlines, who transport illegal immigrants into Florida using "mystery flights."

"Rubio Addresses Growing Crime Rate" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—In the same week he received endorsements from 55 Florida Sheriffs, Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) is addressing a growing crime rate in the United States. The Florida lawmaker is also directing criticism at Florida Rep. Val Demings (D), inferring that her efforts in office have contributed to the rise.

"Physicians and Patients Respond to Monoclonal Decision" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—After the announcement from the federal government that it would no longer be offering the monoclonal antibody treatment, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) responded by accusing the President of taking “political revenge at the expense of Floridians.” Gov. DeSantis held a roundtable discussion with both physicians and patients regarding the Monoclonal treatment decision, and the sentiments shared were that the decision is “not disheartening, it’s disgusting.”

The JUICE is squeezed by Javier Manjarres, Daniel Molina, and Jim McCool