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Down Goes Demings! Down Goes Demings!
The only Senate debate between Sen. Marco Rubio and Rep. Val Demings came to pass and as expected, Sen.Rubio demolished Demings for all Floridians to see.
It wasn’t even close.
Demings tried in earnest to dress down Rubio’s record, but she was no match for the well-prepared and versed senior senator from Florida. It appeared as if Demings could only recite talking points, and could not substantively answer many of the questions posed to her.
In some instances, Demings could be seen struggling to collect her thoughts, and when she couldn’t find the words to answer a question, she reverted to using Democratic Party talking points.
When asked about immigration reform, Rubio called out Demings for not supporting the U.S. Border Patrol.
A visibly angry Demings all but called Rubio a liar.
Rubio was right. Demings did vote against funding for Border Patrol, the construction of the border security all along the southern border, and humanitarian funding for illegal immigrant children once they cross over.
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Marco Rubio-Tonight the extreme leftist views & do nothing record of Pelosi puppet Val Demings was exposed in our debate
Val Demings-Tonight it was made clear that Florida has a choice between a cop on the beat and a career politician who doesn’t show up for work. With 21 days left in this election, we need to elect a Senator who will give us the representation we deserve.
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"Demings Voted Against Border Patrol and Humanitarian Relief for Illegal Immigrant Children" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—The first and only debate between Senator Marco Rubio and Rep. Val Demings took place on Tuesday at Palm Beach College in Lake Worth, and the differences between Sen. Rubio and Rep. Demings were very evident.
"Rick Scott Commends the Passage of the 'Supporting Families of the Fallen Act'" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Just recently, the Supporting Families of the Fallen Act was signed into law by President Joe Biden (D). This bill, which was introduced by Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) alongside co-sponsor Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL). looks to support service members by increasing their life insurance coverage amounts. The bill increases life insurance coverage from $400,000 to $500,000 and is the first update to this allotted amount since 2005.
"NHEC Challenges Energy Burden on Hispanic Households" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"DeSantis Hand Delivers First Responder Payments After Hurricane Ian" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Weeks after Hurricane Ian made landfall, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) is still making rounds around the state, visiting communities that were impacted by the storm. This week DeSantis visited Sanibel Island, FL and hand-delivered first responder recognition payments.
"Rubio Campaign Releases 3 new Advertisements" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Progressive Karen Green Blames Climate, Gun Laws for Immigration Crisis" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—With the 2022 primary elections wrapping up at the end of August and the general election just days away, candidates are making their final push toward in hopes to secure a victory on election night. By all means necessary, aspiring politicians are more active in mailboxes, on television and radio, and on social media. Karen Green, a Democrat going head-to-head against combat veteran Cory Mills (R) for the Congressional seat in Central Florida’s District 7, is one of those politicians.
"How Large Will Ron DeSantis's Margin of Victory be Over Charlie Crist?" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—With less than 3 weeks to go until the 2022 midterm elections, talk around both Republican and Democratic political circles is not whether Gov. Ron DeSantis will defeat Charlie Crist, but by how much of margin will he defeat Florida’s most prolific political campaign, Charlie Crist.
"Rubio Campaign Wants to Stop 'Left's Radical Agenda'" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) is scheduled to debate Florida Rep. Val Demings (D) this week, and both lawmakers are receiving support from their respective parties. After campaigning with First Lady Jill Biden (D) and Florida Rep. Charlie Crist (D) last week, the Demings campaign is energized as the midterm election is under a month away. However, the Rubio campaign is pushing back, affirming that it will "put a stop to the far left's radical agenda."
"DeSantis, Florida GOP Register 300K More Voters Than Dems" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Republicans are celebrating ahead of the midterm elections, expecting significant wins across the country. With just under 22 days away from the November election, the Florida Republican Party is celebrating having more registered Republicans than Democrats. According to an announcement from the party, Florida will have 300,000 more GOP registered voters than Democrats.
"Ashley Moody Flexes Record in New Ad" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—With the Defund the Police narrative still looming after the riots that engulfed the Summer of 2020, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody (R-FL) has since made an effort to protect law enforcement in Florida, and is now running on the issue for her re-election.
"Steube Slams Biden Administration's Spending and Inflation"by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—With inflation on the rise, Republicans nationwide are running on bringing the economy back to a manageable level. In particular, much of the focus has been on the policies of the Biden administration. Naturally, Democrats are arguing back that should the GOP gain majority in Congress, the economy will only get worse.
"Parkland Father Shames 'Jerk-Off' David Hogg and Other Anti-Gun Activists" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Andrew Pollack, the father of Meadow Pollack who was killed during the 2018 Parkland school shooting, dressed down those March for our Lives “jerk-off kids” led by activist David Hogg during a rally in support of Gov. Ron DeSantis last weekend.
"Mills and Green Trade Barbs on Hurricane Recovery, Debates" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"School Board Candidate Wilfredo 'Will' Fonseca's Past Comes to Light, Again" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"DeSantis to Seek Change in Florida's Death Penalty" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Governor Ron DeSantis has signaled that the Republican-led state legislature could address the 2017 death penalty law that requires a unanimous jury to find that a criminal defendant should be put to death.
"Taddeo Leads Salazar in new Cook Report" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida state Senator Annette Taddeo (D) has been on the campaign trail as she seeks to unseat Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R). In a newly released Cook Political Report, the election for Florida’s 27th congressional district could favor the Democratic challenger. Taddeo is now calling Salazar “politically convenient” as Salazar meets with voters to clinch her reelection.
"Rubio Questions “Where was Val?’" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Senator Marco Rubio’s (R) campaign has released a new advertisement, questioning “where was Val?” The advertisement, referencing the COVID-19 pandemic, questions where Florida Rep. Val Demings (D) was during the pandemic. Citing Rubio’s contributions to the Payment Protection Plan, the advertisement argues that “the choice is clear.
"Paul Ryan Says Trump is Unelectable in 2024" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Republican criticism against President Donald Trump (R) continues to mount as the 2022 midterm elections looms nearer. Outgoing Rep. Liz Cheney (R) has already expressed that voters should vote Democrat in the upcoming Arizona election, and now Speaker Paul Ryan (R) is chiming in on the upcoming general election. Commenting on 2024, Ryan is affirming that Trump will not be the GOP nominee because of his “unelectability.”
"Parkland Father Attacks Luna in New Political Mailer" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Florida's Congressional District 13 race has been particularly vicious between Anna Paulina Luna (R) and Eric Lynn (D). Shortly after the sentencing of Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz to life in prison, a verdict Governor Ron DeSantis (R) himself condemned, an attack mailer targeting Luna was released.
"First Lady DeSantis Announces $45 Million in Hurricane Relief" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Demings Looks for Credit Following Hurricane Ian" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Rubio Wants U.S. to Stand Up to Mexico's Unfair Trade Practices" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—In a recent op-ed in the Washington Examiner, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) has a message to the American people and the federal government: Don’t bend to Mexican intimidation tacts over trade, as the title is aptly named.
"Broward Sheriff Tony Disagrees With Parkland Verdict" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Political figures continue to respond to the Parkland shooting verdict, expressing their disapproval of the jury's decision. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) commented on the ruling during a press conference, sharing that he was "disappointed" in the ruling. Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony has now responded to the ruling, sharing that he also disagrees with the verdict.
"DeSantis Wanted Death Penalty for Parkland School Shooter" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—This week, a jury recommended life in prison for Nikolas Cruz, who perpetrated the school shooting on February 14, 2018 at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. The shooting resulted in the untimely death of 17 people. Leading up to the moment of the final verdict, calls for the death penalty intensified, and those closely watching the coverage were soon disappointed in the verdict.
"DeSantis Destroys Democrat Voting Narrative, Expands Voting Opportunities After Hurricane" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—In a time period where Democrats are accusing Republicans of voter suppression, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) is changing that narrative. Following the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, the Florida Governor is issuing an emergency executive order in support the voting rights of those affected by the storm.
"Jury Recommends Life in Prison to Parkland School Shooter" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Demings Centers Senate Campaign on Abortion" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"30 Florida Sheriffs Denounce "Anti-law Enforcement Hate Group" Florida Rising" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida State Senator Loranne Ausley (D) continues to find herself embroiled in controversy. After receiving scrutiny over a mailer released in support of her reelection campaign, Florida Rising, a progressive grassroots group that endorsed Ausley is now under fire from 30 Florida Sheriffs.
"Treasury Department Announces DeSantis Audit Due to Martha's Vineyard Flight" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—The Deputy Inspector General of the Treasury Department, Richard Delmar, recently announced that he plans to audit and investigate the State of Florida (and Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-FL by proxy) following the Florida Governor’s decision to used allotted money from the state legislature to transport undocumented immigrants by plane to sanctuary states.
"Taddeo Ahead by 1 Point Against 'Liar and Fake' Salazar" by The Floridian's —The battle for Congressional District 27 between Maria Elvira Salazar (R) and Annette Taddeo (D) is one of the most closely-watched contests in the nation.
"What to Look out for in Florida’s Upcoming Gubernatorial Debate" by The Floridian's Mateo Guillamont—With Florida’s much-anticipated gubernatorial debate nearing, Floridians look to tune in to the year’s most anticipated political spectacle.
"Patronis Still Looking For Tesla To Address Car Batteries Blowing up" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—While the State of Florida rebuilds
"UF Students Protest Ben Sasse Presidential Appointment" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich
"Crist's Running Mate Mocks DeSantis, Says he Likes to Play Dress up [Video]" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—MIAMI—Shortly before Democratic gubernatorial nominee Charlie Crist took the stage to address 200 or so Pro-Choice supports at his rally in Little Havana, Lt. Governor pick Karl Hernandez-Mats slighted Gov. Ron DeSantis by saying that while he was afraid of “drag queens,” he still liked to “play dress up.”
"Crist, Hernandez-Mats Launch 'Latinas for Choice'" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Rep. Charlie Crist (D) and his running mate Karla Hernandez-Mats (D) have launched “Latinas for Choice.” Crist has maintained his intention to ensure the right to choose for women across the country. In a video posted on social media, Hernandez-Mats touted the initiative, sharing their commitment to the pro-choice movement.
"Hernandez-Mats: No Compromise on Abortion [Video]" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—MIAMI—Democratic gubernatorial nominee Charlie Crist held a “Latinas for Choice” campaign rally at the famed Ball & Chain restaurant and bar in Little Havana, where the one-time Pro-Life Republican governor of Florida anchored his campaign on the issue of abortion.
"DeSantis Announces Reopening of Hurricane" by the Floridian's Damaged Bridge as Trucks Cross Behind" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Following the destruction left behind by Hurricane Ian, the state of Florida saw powerlines go down, extreme flooding, and even a bridge collapse that allowed people to access to Sanibel Island. A temporary bridge has al
ready been constructed and today support vehicles have been mobilized across the water in order to provide assistance to the area.
"UF Alum Wasserman Schultz has 'Concerns' Over Ben Sasse Hire" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich
"California Pays Significantly More State Gas Tax Than DeSantis's Florida" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"DeSantis Calls Florida a ‘Law-and-Order State’" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Days after meeting with President Joe Biden ((D), Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) is directing political jabs to "Blue States." Arguing that “crime and mayhem” are running amuck in Democrat-run cities and states, Governor DeSantis has warned that Florida will remain a “law-and-order state.”
"President Donald Trump Endorses Combat Veteran Cory Mills for Congress" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—The much-anticipated endorsement from former President Donald Trump for Combat veteran and Republican congressional nominee Cory Mills has finally come down.
"Casey DeSantis Appears in Touching New 'That is Who Ron DeSantis Is' Campaign Ad" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Demings Blasts Rubio's Attendance Record, Forgets Senate Doesn't Allow Proxy Votes" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Allie Braswell Answers to Bankruptcy, Carpetbagging, and Flip Flopping" by by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Parkland Parents Call Ausley Mailer ‘Disgusting’" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Democrats continue to receive backlash over a mailer that depicted Republican candidate Cory Simon (R) on a shooting target. Republicans have rebuked the advertisement, and now Parkland parents are denouncing the advertisement as well. The Parkland Parents have responded to the mailer, calling out Florida Democrats and calling the mailer “disgusting.”
"The bag Gov. DeSantis Never Leaves Home Without" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Charlie Crist Doubles Down on Pro-Choice Stance" by The Floridian's Mateo Guillamont—Democratic gubernatorial candidate Charlie Crist met with supporters in a pro-abortion gathering in response to the Women’s March Organization’s call to action. The Women’s March has assigned October 8th the “National Day of Action” in support of abortion rights.
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