Fried Takes Another Jab at Crist
AG Commissioner Nikki Fried is one feisty politician, and when she's not going after Gov. Ron DeSantis, the former pot lobbyist is taking digs at her Democratic gubernatorial opponents, particularly Charlie Crist READ MORE
DeSantis Says Biden "Kneecapping" U.S. Oil Companies
Gov. Ron DeSantis did not hold back against President Biden while meeting with Venezuelan Americans in South Florida on Friday, claiming that his administration is “Kneecapping the American energy industry” and added that Biden is “not capable of leading.” These bold remarks were levied during the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine which has forced countries around the globe, including the United States, to impose sanctions on Russia and their oil exports. READ MORE
Marco Rubio-Multiple strikes by #Russia in western #Ukraine in late 72 hours part of their plan to target & discourage weapons being supplied across border with #Poland Latest strikes were less than 12 miles from NATO forces
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz-As #Putin wages a deadly war on #Ukraine, Biden inflicts more pain on the Kremlin: access to SWIFT inter’l bank system revoked, Russian oil imports banned, and now, revoking Russia's ‘most favored nation’ trade status. @HouseDemocrats will back him up.
Rep. Mike Waltz-Nuclear war, weapons of mass destruction, & the killing of innocent civilians are not just hypothetical scenarios like Jen Psaki's suggesting. They're very real threats. Putin will continue to escalate — and Biden must be CLEAR about redlines and CREDIBLE in enforcing them.
"Demings Blames U.S. oil Companies for Rising Gas Prices" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Nationwide, Americans are feeling a bit skinnier wallet in their pockets as gas prices continue to soar. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has caused fuel prices to skyrocket to historic levels.
"DeSantis to Sign FL GOP Abortion Bill" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—On March 3rd, Florida state legislators sent a controversial Republican-backed 15-week abortion bill to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R-FL) desk. Recently, Gov. DeSantis announced that he would sign it. In July, the measure will become the law of the land in Florida.
"Fried Reminds Voters of Charlie Crist's Support for Offshore Oil Drilling" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—US Rep. Charlie Crist (D-FL) appeared to be the front runner in the 2022 Democrat gubernatorial race early on, but Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried (D-FL) could pull ahead after reminding voting Democrats of Rep. Crist's record on supporting offshore drilling.
"Moskowitz Backed by Florida Progressive and Liberal Democratic Lawmakers" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—When Rep. Ted Deutch (D) announced his retirement, all eyes turned to see when former State Rep. Jared Moskowitz would announce his candidacy to become the next Florida member of the U.S. Congress.
"FL House Denies Decriminalizing Fentanyl Test Strips, Deutch Weighs in" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Fentanyl and other hard drugs have claimed the lives of many Floridians. Regardless, the Republican-led Florida House of Representatives struck down a bipartisan push to decriminalize fentanyl test strips, a move that US Rep. Ted Deutch (D-FL) characterized as, "shortsighted," and "wrong."
"DeSantis: Biden is 'Kneecapping the American Energy Industry'" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—MIAMI— Gov. Ron DeSantis did not hold back against President Biden while meeting with Venezuelan Americans in South Florida on Friday, claiming that his administration is “Kneecapping the American energy industry” and added that Biden is “not capable of leading.” These bold remarks were levied during the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine which has forced countries around the globe, including the United States, to impose sanctions on Russia and their oil exports.
"Cammack: 'We Can't Rely on Venezuela' for oil" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Uhlfelder Calls AG Moody DeSantis' 'Personal attorney'" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Rubio: Demings is "Wishy Washy" on Venezuela" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—After criticizing Florida Rep. Val Demings (D) for not commenting on the Biden Administration meeting with officials from the Maduro regime, Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) is once again calling for her to comment on the subject. Calling her responses "wishy washy," Rubio warned about the United States easing Venezuelan economic sanctions to accept the country as an oil supplier.
"Corcoran to Leave Education Commissioner Post, Manny Diaz Frontrunner to Replace Him" by News Service of Florida and Javier Manjarres—TALLAHASSEE --- State Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran, who has been an ally of Gov. Ron DeSantis on controversial issues such as student mask requirements and critical race theory, will step down from the post at the end of April, he announced Thursday.
"Donalds Tangles With Progressive Democrat Gallego Over Energy Crisis" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Freshman Congressman Byron Donalds got into a Twitter scuffle with Progressive Democrat Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) after the veteran lawmaker suggested that offshore oil drilling in Florida should be allowed. Rep. Gallego's remark was in response to Rep. Donalds' tweet where he slammed the Biden administration for holding oil talks with the murderous Maduro regime in Venezuela because of the current energy crisis.
"Sen. Taddeo Compares 'Stop Woke Act' to the Holocaust" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Tallahassee, FL - Today on the Senate floor, the "Stop Woke Act," made its final stop in the Florida Senate where colorful debate sparked. However, nobody bashed the legislation as deeply as State Senator Annette Taddeo (D-40), where she said this bill is, "not what our state needs," and compared the bill to the Holocaust.
"Gen. Michael Flynn Endorses Laura Loomer for Congress" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Russian invasion of Ukraine causing unprecedented global energy crisis" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—The unprovoked Russian invasion of the sovereign nation of Ukraine has been met with unprecedented global condemnation, but as the conflict continues, so does the negative impact on global energy markets and U.S. consumer pocket books.
"Controversial Immigration Bill Heads to DeSantis" by News Service of Florida—TALLAHASSEE --- Delivering on one of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ top legislative priorities, the Florida House on Wednesday passed an immigration bill targeting transportation companies that bring undocumented immigrants into the state and expanding a 2019 law that sought to ban so-called “sanctuary cities.”
"Biden opposes fighter planes transfer to help Ukraine" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Rubio's 'South Florida Clean Coastal Water Act' Passes in the Senate" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"DeSantis Slams Reporter for 'Pushing false narratives' on Parental Rights Bill" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—This week, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) accused critics of the Parental Rights in Education bill of, "pushing false narratives" with their nickname for the legislation, "Don't Say Gay" bill.
"Lawmakers Pushes Anti-Small Business, pro-Tax Audit bills in Florida Legislature" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres— As the Florida Legislature enters the final week of the 2022 legislative session, two bill that will be up for debate and possibly a vote—SB1382 and HB 1041—pose a fiduciary threat to small businesses around the state.
"Senate Passes Controversial Immigration Plan" by News Service of Florida—TALLAHASSEE --- The Florida Senate late Thursday approved a measure aimed at boosting immigration enforcement that critics maintain could have far-reaching implications for migrants in the state, such as people seeking asylum from Communist regimes and children awaiting reunification with their families.
"SNL Trashes DeSantis and 'Don't Say Gay' Bill" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—The now infamous, "Don't Say Gay" bill that has passed in the Florida Legislature, managed to get the attention of individuals at the federal level of government. Now, Saturday Night Live (SNL) trashed Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) and the Parental Rights in Education bill in a satirical sketch this past weekend
"POLL: Latino Voters Say U.S. Sanctions Against Venezuela Have failed" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"DeSantis Spokeswoman Pushaw Triggers Progressive Democratic Lawmaker" by The Floridian's James McCool
"Lawmakers Pushes Anti-Small Business, pro-Tax Audit bills in Florida Legislature" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres— As the Florida Legislature enters the final week of the 2022 legislative session, two bill that will be up for debate and possibly a vote—SB1382 and HB 1041—pose a fiduciary threat to small businesses around the state.
"Senate Passes Controversial Immigration Plan" by News Service of Florida—TALLAHASSEE --- The Florida Senate late Thursday approved a measure aimed at boosting immigration enforcement that critics maintain could have far-reaching implications for migrants in the state, such as people seeking asylum from Communist regimes and children awaiting reunification with their families.
"SNL Trashes DeSantis and 'Don't Say Gay' Bill" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—The now infamous, "Don't Say Gay" bill that has passed in the Florida Legislature, managed to get the attention of individuals at the federal level of government. Now, Saturday Night Live (SNL) trashed Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) and the Parental Rights in Education bill in a satirical sketch this past weekend
"Rubio Wages War Against Mexico's Unfair Tomatoes Trade Practice" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"POLL: Biden Continues Losing Hispanic Voters in Florida" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"DeSantis Flexes, Vows to Veto Republican Redistricting Maps" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has drawn a line in the sand against the Republican-led Florida Legislature, vowing to “veto” the congressional redistricting map that was submitted after it passed in both the Senate and House chambers.
"Demings Blasts Rubio, Alleges He Supports Tax Plan" by The Floridian's Jim Mccool—US Rep. Val Demings (D-FL) blasted US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) for supporting Senator Rick Scott's new tax plan that could potentially raise taxes on lower-income Americans.
"FL Republicans Call to Ignore Graham, Unite Behind Trump" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Overnight, US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) received bipartisan backlash for violent threats made against Russia, calling for Russians to take out President Putin. In response, many prominent Florida Republicans have called out Sen. Graham and echoed President Trump.
15-Week Abortion Limit Headed to DeSantis" by News Service of Florida
"Sayfie Review Hosts Miami Tech Summit" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"First Lady DeSantis Officially Cancer Free" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Late last year, Floridians were saddened to hear that First Lady Casey DeSantis was diagnosed with breast cancer. Now, the First Lady is officially cancer free.
"'Don't Say Gay' School Children Protest in Florida Capitol" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Shortly before the Florida Legislature convened for their afternoon session on Thursday, a group of about 150 school-age kids put together an emotionally-charged protest against the "Don't Say Gay" bill in the Capitol Rotunda.
"Chris Sprowls Grills Press Over 'Baiting Him' on Abortion Questions" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Tallahassee, FL - The newest abortion ban has made its way through the Florida legislature, but Democrats are still not happy with the 15 week time limit on the bill. Yesterday Speaker Chris Sprowls (R-66) grilled the press over "baiting him," on abortion questions.
"Scott Warns of Iran’s Support of Russia" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Although Americans find themselves politically divided at home, Republicans and Democrats both applauded President Joe Biden’s (D) comments on Ukraine in his State of the Union address. After the United Nation’s General Assembly resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, 141 countries voted in favor of condemning Russia while 35 countries abstained. In response, Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) criticized Iran, calling to attention the relationship the support Iran has shown towards Russia.
The JUICE is squeezed by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres, Daniel Molina, and Jim McCool
