To Defund the Police, or not Defund the Police. That is the Question.
Senatorial candidate and Rep. Val Demings appears to be fuming mad about being accused of wanting to defund the police.
Who would say such a thing?
Senator Marco Rubio.
Rep. Demings came out swinging against the allegation, saying that it was “ridiculous” because she was the police.
The former Chief of Police for the City of Orlando did say that the suggestion of defunding the police by the Minneapolis City Council after the George Floyd murder was “thoughtful.” READ MORE
Hillary Clinton Weighs Into Florida Politics
It doesn’t appear as if Hillary Clinton is ever going to go away. Democrats respect her and love her while Republicans hate her.
Regardless of who likes her or not, Clinton is popular among Democratic voters, and her endorsement is “yuge.” Just ask Jared Moskowitz. READ MORE
AG Ashley Moody-Absolutely horrific. @JoeBiden’s disastrous policies have deadly consequences—order must be brought to the border, and smugglers must be stopped.
Annette Taddeo (She/Her/Ella)-When I say that I’m focused on delivering for the people of Miami in Congress, this is what I mean. We are the epicenter of our nation’s affordability crisis and it’s going to take bold action to address this serious issue.
Mario Diaz-Balart-During an Appropriations committee markup last week, I offered an amendment that would block any establishment of DHS’s “Disinformation Governance Board.” Sadly, House Democrats rejected this amendment.
"Rick Scott's Legislation Leads Way to Stop Biden from Cancelling Student Loan Debt," by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich--Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) introduced legislation on Tuesday attempting to stop President Joe Biden (D) and his administration from canceling student loan debt all at once across the country.
"DeSantis Team Denounces Rumor that Gov DeSantis Wants Jan. 6th Hearings to Hurt Trump," by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich--According to a report by Business Insider, anonymous sources inside the DeSantis team have stated that Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) is hoping that the January 6th committee hearings turn out poorly for former President Donald Trump (R). Although the Florida Governor has stated that he’s focused on the 2022 gubernatorial race, rumors have circled around that he could be eyeing 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in 2024. And whether the rumors are true or not, Florida Democrats have started to capitalize on the swirling reports regarding Trump and DeSantis.
"Aaron Bean Endorsed by Marco Rubio for Congress," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina--The Republican Party of Florida is hosting several debates for critical primary races, one of which happens to be Congressional District 4 in North East Florida. State Senator Aaron Bean (R) has just earned the endorsement of Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) for Congress.
"Hillary Clinton Endorses Moskowitz," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina--Earlier this year, Florida Rep. Ted Deutch (D) announced that he would not be running for reelection, leaving a relatively safe Democratic congressional seat vacated. This year's midterm election will determine whether the seat will remain blue. Jared Moskowitz (D), who’s worked closely with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (D) as the state's director of Emergency Management, is vying for the seat.
"Florida's CD13 Race Heats up With Mounting Endorsements," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina--Earlier this year, Florida Rep. Ted Deutch (D) announced that he would not be running for reelection, leaving a relatively safe Democratic congressional seat vacated. This year's midterm election will determine whether the seat will remain blue. Jared Moskowitz (D), who’s worked closely with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (D) as the state's director of Emergency Management,
"Demings Denounces the 'Defund the Police' Narrative Used Against her" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"1 Million People Join GOP, Florida Leads The Way," by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"HS FB Coach Wins Prayer in School SCOTUS Case; FL Politicians React," by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich
"Wasserman Schultz Rallies for Abortion in Ft. Lauderdale," by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich-- Pro-abortion politicians over the weekend attended the “Bans off our Bodies” rally in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, in opposition to the recent blockbuster Supreme Court ruling which overturned Roe v. Wade. The 1973 decision which gave the right to women to receive an abortion in all 50 states set a high precedent for nearly 50 years.
"Rubio Camp: Demings Copied ‘Rubio’s Strong Proposals’" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina-- Florida Rep. Val Demings (D) and the Rubio campaign are once again at odds over Cuba. Over the weekend, the Democratic senatorial hopeful introduced a bill that would push for internet freedom in the island. However, the Rubio campaign, which has often criticized Demings for being silent regarding foreign policy, is now accusing Demings of having copied “Rubio’s strong proposals to help the people of Cuba… one year late.”
"Eskamani Mobilizes Reproductive Rights Protest," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina--In response to the Supreme Court’s ruling that overturned Roe vs. Wade, Democrats have begun mobilizing voters against the decision across the nation. Florida State Rep. Anna V. Eskamani (D), who’s running for reelection, began the week by mobilizing a protest for reproductive rights and calling for voters to become more engaged in state and local elections.
"Citadel Headquarters Relocates to Miami," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina--Florida continues to attract businesses as it will now be the destination of Citadel, a $51 billion hedge fund founded by billionaire investor Ken Griffin. Initially located in Chicago, Griffin made the announcement to employees, sharing that the global headquarters would be moving from Chicago to Miami. With Citadel moving to Miami, it now becomes the latest investment firm to move to Florida as the pandemic ensues.
"Supreme Court Ruling Scores 'Another win for Religious Freedom'" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Roe vs. Wade Ruling Could Boost Nikki Fried's Gubernatorial Campaign," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres-- Republicans are on pace to make huge gains in the U.S. Congress and in state legislatures around the country, but now that Roe vs. Wade has been overturned, that crushing “Red Wave” that we all expected this November might have hit an unforeseen sandbar.
"Lauren Book Positioned to Endorse Charlie Crist for Governor," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres-- State Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book (D) is a rising star and is considered the future of the Florida Democratic Party. Leader Book's endorsement in any Democratic primary race is highly sought after, and it now appears as if Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rep, Charlie Crist is in line to garner Leader Book's endorsement in that hotly contested gubernatorial primary race.
"DeSantis Called 'Heartless,' Accused of not Caring for his Family," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres-- FORT LAUDERDALE—During a rally in protest of the Supreme Court ruling that overturned the Roe vs. Wade abortion ruling, State Senator Tina Polsky (D) announced to the crowd of about 250 at the Esplanade in Downtown Fort Lauderdale that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis didn't care about women, particularly his wife and daughters.
"DeSantis Vetoes 'Alimony Bill,'" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich
"Lawmakers Divided on Roe vs. Wade Ruling," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"CNN Commentator and Trump-Hater Ana Navarro Wants Kids With Autism Aborted," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Roe v. Wade Officially Overturned; FL Politicians React," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Gov DeSantis Praises Supreme Court Decision to Abolish Abortion," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres-- Shortly after attending the one year anniversary remembrance ceremony for the Surfside condominium collapse that killed 98 people, Gov. Ron DeSantis opined on the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade.
"U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Roe vs. Wade Abortion Ruling," by The Floridian' Javier Manjarres-- The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the longstanding 1973 Roe v. Wade abortion ruling.
"Laura Loomer Says Webster Won't Debate her Because of his 'Declining' Health," by The Floridian's Jim McCool-- Conservative journalist and Republican congressional candidate Laura Loomer (R-FL) has been stepping up her critical rhetoric against US Rep. Daniel Webster (R-FL) in their contentious Republican congressional primary race in District 11. Now, Loomer is blaming Webster's perceived declining health for dodging primary debates with her.
"Waltz Supports FY23 Defense Bill" by The Flordian's Daniel Molina --This week, Florida Rep. Michael Waltz (R) issued a statement in support of the FY23 Defense Bill. Waltz, who is the Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, spoke in favor of the bill, which includes numerous of his priorities.
"DeSantis Responds to Gillum's Indictment and Arrest" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich--FORT LAUDERDALE-- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis responded to former Florida gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum's recent arrest on federal charges stemming during a press conference at Broward Health Medical Center.
The JUICE is squeezed by Javier Manjarres, Jim McCool, and Daniel Molina
