Taking an Early Victory lap?
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spent the last weekend before the August 23 primary election hopscotching around Florida campaigning for school board candidates he has personally endorsed.
His education tour, which touched the communities in Miami, Sarasota, Volusia, and Duval counties, drew in hundreds of interested and supporting Republican voters.
Meanwhile, Gov. DeSantis's potential Democratic general election opponent, Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, was touring the state in a bus wrapped with her likeness.
Fried stayed on message, asserting that she was the best chance Democrats had to defeat DeSantis.
Fried, along with Rep. Charlie Crist, have relentlessly bashed DeSantis over his opposition to wedge election-year issues like abortion and teaching transgenderism to children, yet haven’t offered up much in regard to other issues.
"I am our best shot at taking Ron DeSantis down,” said Commissioner Fried.
Election Day is tomorrow, and some of the most contentious primary races will come to an end.
The Republican congressional primary race in District 7, with all of its ugliness, will boil down to combat veteran Cory Mills, Navy SEAL Brady Duke, and State Rep. Anthony Sabatini.
Sabatini’s campaign has been torched by a $1.2 million campaign by a pro-Trump Super PAC that has targeted him for being a registered Democrat and for voting against DeSantis’s state budget. Sabatini was the only Republican in the state legislature to oppose DeSantis’s budget and vote against it.
And then there are the people Sabatini has associated himself with. READ MORE
Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez Lost in Translation?
This weekend, an audio recording was released of Lt. Gov. Nuñez talking about the illegal immigration border crisis that she (everyone) believes was created by President Joe Biden’s policies.
While Lt. Gov. Nuñez spoke about the overall problem with illegal immigrants, she also said that there was a huge influx of Cubans coming to the U.S. illegally and that the migration could shadow the Mariel boatlift of 1980.Somewhere, somehow, Florida Democrats and some media outlets did not identify where her illegal immigration remarks were specific to two separate issues.
Nuñez deserves a lot of the blame here for not deliberately making the distinction, even though it was clear to us what she was saying. READ MORE
Debbie Wasserman Schultz-Love being out talking to the people I am proud to represent to ask for their support once again!
Charlie Crist-We’re going to go up against the biggest threat to democracy we’ve seen since Trump: Ron DeSantis.
Victory will only be possible if we show up in large numbers, can you retweet this to help me reach 160K followers before the election on Tuesday?
Rep. Val Demings-Gas prices are going down after we brought pressure to bear on the administration, international oil producers, and gas companies. More to do – the Senate should still take up my legislation to stop price gouging.
Kat Cammack-The GOP isn’t the Grand Ole Party, it’s the Great Opportunity Party. We stand for freedom for everyone, regardless of your background or where you come from. When we look at our colleagues on the Left, it’s “do as I say, not as I do,” and the GOP is fighting to change that.
Byron Donalds-CNN stop lying to America!
︎We are in a recession NOW!
︎Gas prices are dropping, b/c we are in recession.
︎Explain why Democrats just raised taxes on oil, which raises the price of gas.
Do you're job, and stop lying for Democrats!!!
Rick Scott-On National Fentanyl Prevention & Awareness Day we remember those we’ve lost & that there is more work to do to stop get this deadly crisis. Passing my STOP FENTANYL PACKAGE Act is a good step in the right direction.
"Anthony Sabatini's Colorful Bunch of Supporters, Staffers," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Florida’s primary election is here and candidates for elective office can soon rest easy knowing that their respective races will soon be over, especially the contentious and downright nasty races like the Republican primary race in District 7.
"Florida Lt. Gov. Nuñez Addresses Illegal Immigration Crisis, Influx of Cuban Migrants," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—On Friday, Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez, a first-generation Cuban-American, appeared on the Spanish-language radio show " Actualidad Radio" to discuss illegal immigration and Cuban exiles, where her two-tiered response to a question about illegal immigration, and the amount of Cubans illegally crossing the southern border drew the ire of Florida Democrats, including Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried.
"Demings Promotes Signage of Law Enforcement Training and Support Bill," by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—The TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act has been signed into law. Originally cosponsored by Senate candidate and current House Legislator, Rep. Val Demings (D-FL) alongside Rep. Bill Pascrell (D-NJ), the bill sets aside $270 million over a 5 year period to reaffirm the Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program.
"Warren Mocks DeSantis Over Election Integrity Press Conference," by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Governor DeSantis' Thursday press conference on election integrity continues to draw criticism from Florida Democrats and liberals. As we covered earlier today, Rep. Carlos G. Smith (D-FL-49) focused his Twitter umbrage on Attorney General Ashley Moody.
"Deutch meets with Israeli PM Lapid as Iran Nuclear Aggression Continues," by The Floridian's Michelle Rosenberg
"Florida 'Freedom First' Workforce Sees Record Low Unemployment of 2.7%," by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich
"Carlos G. Smith Trolls Moody On Social Media after Election Integrity Press Conference," by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Thursday, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) announced that 20 felons who illegally voted in the 2020 Election have been arrested. As The Floridian covered, Commissioner of Agriculture and rival for Governor Nikki Fried (D) quickly cried "voter suppression."
"Jackie Toledo Loses Campaign Manager to new Hillsborough State Attorney," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"DeSantis Announced Arrests of 20 Illegal Voters in Florida," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Fort Lauderdale—Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that his Florida Office of Election Crimes and Security and the Florida (ECSF)Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), have arrested 20 individuals for breaking Florida’s elections laws.
"Biden's Militarized IRS Buys up 'Night Vision' Goggles and 'Quick Reaction' Gear," by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Apparently, Joe Biden's newly minted and militarized Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will enforce tax code by taking cues from espionage novelist Tom Clancy. While The Floridian has extensively covered the expansion of the IRS by 87,000 agents expected to use "deadly force, if necessary," a recent development makes the situation all the more ridiculous. And Representatives Brian Mast (R-FL-18) and Byron Donalds (R-FL-19) offer The Floridian their own opinions on the absurdity of turning the IRS into a paramilitary agency.
"Cammack: Inflation Reduction Act "Smoke and Mirrors," Border Crisis "Heartbreaking." by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Despite its signage into law, the Inflation Reduction Act continues to draw criticism from Republicans. Earlier this week, The Floridian covered Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis' appearance on Cavuto: Coast to Coast and his intentions to counter an expanded IRS. Thursday morning, Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-FL-3) spoke with Mornings with Maria, calling the Inflation Reduction Act "Build Back Broke all over again, just in new packaging" and touches upon the border crisis.
"Donalds, Scott Believe Fentanyl Epidemic Caused by 'Open Border Policies'" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Just a couple weeks ago, The Floridian posted a story regarding the fentanyl epidemic and Sen. Rick Scott’s (R-FL) plan to fix it. The introduction of fentanyl into the U.S. primarily through the southern border has turned into one of the greatest crises this nation has ever seen.
"Florida Police Chiefs Endorse Moody and Simpson," by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—This week, the Florida Police Chiefs Association (FPCA) released two more endorsements. The FPCA has endorsed Senate President Wilton Simpson (R) in his bid for Agriculture Commissioner, and they have also endorsed Ashley Moody (R) in her reelection bid for Florida’s Attorney General.
"Illegal Immigrant Encounters at Southern Border Hit Record High," by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—In anticipation of the Florida gubernatorial race, anti-DeSantis rhetoric has been revving up more heavily than ever. Now, actual legacy media polls are attempting to show that Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) is an extremist.
"Demings' Paid Security Tackles man to Ground," by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Although the recently-passed Inflation Reduction Act is currently a major topic, the border crisis is becoming one again as well. The Biden administration's efforts to undue President Trump's border policies are being felt, and Florida representatives are speaking out.
"Scott: "Don't Work for Biden's IRS Army," by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich
"DeSantis Admin Hits Back at Mike Bloomberg Over Censorship Debate," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Billionaire and former candidate for President, Mike Bloomberg (D), has blasted Governor DeSantis (R-FL) and the Florida Legislature for recent passing of education reforms, claiming Florida, "seeks to limit open debate," in schools.
"Florida Companies Tied to School Housing Illegal Immigrants," by The Floridian's Michelle Rosenberg
"Patronis: "Nobody Wants More IRS" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Amidst growing inflation and recession, the last thing Americans want to hear is the idea of expanding the IRS. Unfortunately, the Biden administration has done just that. While such an unwelcome move has garnered plenty of criticism, the state of Florida has decided to actually do something about it. On Monday, Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis outlines how the state of Florida will stand against a recently-expanded IRS.
"Florida Court Blocks Teen's Abortion Access on Account of Her Maturity," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—While Progressive Democrats believe that there is an attack on abortion access in Florida, so-called restrictive abortion laws are now taking effect after a Florida court blocked a teenage girl from getting an abortion.
"Florida Tourism Continues to Bounce Back," by News Service of Florida
"Bigotry Appears to Rear Head in Contentious Florida Republican Primary Race," by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—The closer we get to the August 23 primary, election the deeper the hole Rep. Anthony Sabatini could be digging himself in his Republican congressional primary race.
"Will Miami Media Ignore Roger Waters’ Antisemitism?" by Senator Marco Rubio—Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters describes himself as “pro dialogue, pro peace, [and] anti authoritarian.” Maybe he should listen to his own music more, because he clearly can’t tell heaven from hell. Far from standing “in defense of Mistress Liberty,” Waters has become an advocate for antisemitism, Vladimir Putin’s imperialism, and the Chinese Communist Party’s genocide.
"Biden's Botched Afghanistan Withdrawal: One Year Later," by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Today marks the one-year anniversary of Pres. Biden's infamous and disastrous decision to withdraw U.S. military troops from Afghanistan. The hasty evacuation left behind billions of dollars in equipment for the reemergent Taliban to take for themselves. What's worse is that a large number of Americans and Afghan allies remain in hostile territory.
"DeSantis Responds to Hochul's 'Florida is Overrated' Jewish Remark," by The Floridian's Michelle Rosenberg—New York Democrat Governor Kathy Hochul poked at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and advised against New York Jews relocating to Florida. Hochul was signing a Holocaust education bill and was just about to introduce a Holocaust survivor to take the podium when she stated, "I just want to say to the 1.77 million Jews who call New York home: Thank you for calling New York home. Don't go anywhere or to another state. Florida is overrated. I shouldn't say this but look at the governor. It starts at the top down."
"Castor Receives Call Praising her Inflation Reduction Bill Vote," by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Having passed in the House, the Inflation Reduction Act continues to polarize Democrats and Republicans. Sunday evening, a giddy Rep. Kathy Castor (D-FL-14) took to Twitter to celebrate by posting a brief video attached to her tweet.
"Charlie Crist Says DeSantis's Base is 'Far-right', Polls Say Otherwise," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Florida Democrats have remained persistent in branding Governor DeSantis (R-FL),and his legislation, "far-right." Now, US Rep. Charlie Crist (D-FL) is calling all of gov. DeSantis's Republican voting base of support, "far-right."
"Barbara Sharief and Lauren Book Senate Race Keeps Getting Uglier," by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book (D-35) has become arguably the most influential Democrat in Florida Politics. However, Broward County Commissioner and Mayor Barbara Sharief (D-35) is challenging Book's incumbency in State Senate District 35.
The JUICE is squeezed by Javier Manjarres, Jim McCool, and Daniel Molina
