With Holy Week behind us, the Florida legislative session is at its midway point, so Gov. Ron DeSantis is that much closer to announcing his presidential run for office.
Yeah, thatâs going to happen, but before DeSantis announces, former Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith is running for the state legislature (AGAIN).
This time Smith is running in District 17.
Heâs back, but will he win?
Little Carlitos lost his predominantly Democratic seat because of his âEverything Gayâ approach to legislating. Will that approach help him win a seat in the Republican-dominated State Senate? READ MORE
Rep. Jared Moskowitz, aka âMaster of Disaster,â believes former President Donald Trump can still get a fair trial in New York City, even though the judge in the case donated to President Joe Biden and other anti-Republican groups back in 2020. READ MORE
Debbie Wasserman Schultz-To you and yours, wishing many happy new beginnings and a wonderful Easter!
Byron Donalds-I am honored to endorse President Donald J. Trump for President in 2024, and I ask my fellow Americans to join me today.
Nick DiCeglie-He is Risen! Wishing your family a blessed and joyful Easter Sunday.
Shevrin âShevâ Jones-Last few weeks going back & forth to Tallahassee has been rough, knowing that mom was enduring physical therapy, trying to get back to 100%. TODAY, while I was singing in the choir, w/ her walker, mom walked in church. Overwhelmed with emotion is an understatement! Prayer works!
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"Newsom Calls DeSantis 'Weak' Ahead of 2024" by The Floridian's Daniel MolinaâCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom (D) continues to criticize Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R). In a new interview with MSNBC, Newsom calls DeSantis "weak."
"Carlos Guillermo Smith Seeking Florida Senate Seat" by The Floridian's Daniel MolinaâFlorida Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith (D) is seeking a Florida senate seat after being voted out of the House of Representatives in the 2022 midterm election, losing his reelection...
"Former DeSantis Official Believes Trump can get Fair Trial in New York City" by The Floridian's Javier ManjarresâAfter former President Donald Trump was arraigned on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in New York City, it was learned that the judge presiding over the criminal case donated to President Joe Bidenâs 2020 presidential campaign...
"Eskamani Pushes Abortion Pill Mifepristone Federal Ruling" by The Floridian's Daniel MolinaâA Texas Judge has taken a firm stance against the use of Mifepristone, an abortion pill. At the same time, a Washington Judge has issued a ruling in opposition...
"Both Trump and DeSantis Supported Keeping GITMO Open"Â by The Floridian's Javier ManjarresâRegardless of how some media outlets and political talking heads try to spin the differences between former President Donald Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis...
"Florida Congresswoman Hopes 'God' Will 'Forgive' DeSantis for Signing Permitless Carry Bill" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Rick Scott Visits US Troops in Mediterranean (PHOTOS)"Â by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Scott Slams Biden Spokesman For Saying He 'Didn't See' Chaos During Afghanistan Withdrawal"Â by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"DeSantis Hits Speed Bump in Transgender Medicaid Legal Fight"Â by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Wasserman Schultz Accuses Tennessee Assembly of Racism After Expelling 2 Democrat Members"Â by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Who Should President Donald Trump Pick as his VP in 2024? (POLL)"Â by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Byron Donalds Wants to Cut NASA's Wasteful Government Spending"Â by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâHouse Republicans continue seeking means to cut wasteful government spending. Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) recently told The Floridian he would like to cut funding to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and other agencies that continue to spend taxpayer dollars on non-essential items.
"DeSantis Goes the Extra Mile to 'Back the Blue,' Announces 1,750 Police Bonuses"Â by The Floridian's Jackson BakichâDuring Governor Ron DeSantisâ (R-FL) time in office, he has been keen on maintaining a platform that âbacks the blueâ and stands up for police officers and law enforcement. Now, âAmericaâs Governorâ has announced that he has been willing to pay the price in order to do so.
"Vern Buchanan Introduces Military Mental Health Bill to Reduce Suicides"Â by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Byron Donalds Endorses President Donald Trump over Ron DeSantis"Â by The Floridian's Javier ManjarresâJust as Conservative/Libertarian Reps. Chip Roy and Thomas Massie have endorsed Gov. Ron DeSantis for President in 2024, Rep. Byron Donalds, who is one of the brightest Republican All-Stars in the entire country, has now come out supporting former President Donald Trump.
"Can DeSantis Weather a Brutal Trump Beatdown and Still win the Nomination?"Â by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Florida Senators Target History Confederate Monument Removals"Â by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Cammack Co-Sponsors POLICE Act to Protect Law Enforcement, Border Patrol from Assault"Â by The Floridian's Jackson BakichâRepresentative Kat Cammack (R-FL) has certainly not been shy to address the southern border during her time as an elected Congresswoman. From sponsoring legislation...
"Ashley Moody: Biden, Mayorkas Enabling Child Trafficking at Border" by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâEarly in March, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody called President Biden the "biggest benefactor" of the Mexican drug...
"NASA Floats Air Quality 'Spy Balloons' Over Florida" by The Floridian's Javier ManjarresâItâs a bird! Itâs a plane. Itâs a Chinese spy balloon. No, itâs a NASA low-cost air monitors hovering over Florida farmlands.
"DeSantis's Elections Changes Backed in Florida Senate"Â by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres and News Service of FloridaâTALLAHASSEE â Midway through the 2023 legislative session, Republican lawmakers Tuesday began advancing Gov. Ron DeSantis's sweeping elections package...
"Mills Responds to Russian Detainment of American Journalist"Â by The Floridian's Jackson BakichâDespite the news swirling around the nation concerning the indictment and arraignment of former President Donald Trump (R)...
"Gaetz Demands Data from Girlfriend of FBI Agent Who Shut Down Hunter Biden Probe"Â by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâRepresentative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) has demanded the data of a Twitter account belonging to a supposed girlfriend of Timothy Thibault, an FBI agent...
"FSHCC Backs Senate Bill for Private Nursing Program Funding"Â by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Cava Praises Kaseya Arena Naming"Â by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Trump Says Charges 'Should be Dropped" Against him by 'Failed District Attorney'" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina âSoon after returning home to Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump (R) held a press conference to discuss his recent indictment. During the press conference, Trump shared that the indictment is an attack against Americans.
"Jones Invokes MLK Amidst Abortion Rights Debate" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina âFlorida state Senator Shevrin Jones (D) has invoked MLK amidst a fight for abortion rights in Florida. Pushing back against GOP legislation, Florida Democratic Party Chair...
"Donalds Responds to Trump Arrest, Pelosi's Comments"Â by The Floridian's Jackson BakichâAs former President Donald Trump (R) has now been officially arrested on 34 felony counts of...
"Rubio Warns Trump Arraignment Sets 'New Normal' in Political Prosecution" by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâAs former President Donald Trump arrived in New York City for his arraignment on possibly trumped-up (no pun intended) charges, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) posted another homemade video...."
"Independent Reporter Assaulted by CBS News Audio Man in New York"Â by The Floridian's Chris NelsonâNew York - Independent Reporter Oren Levy, known on Twitter as @ViralNewsNY and @LeeroyPress, was attacked this morning...
"Byron Donalds Introduces Bill Prohibiting Nuclear Funding for China"Â by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâTwo policy priorities of House Republicans are China and energy production. Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL)...
"Lauren's Kids Issues Tips for Kids to Stay Safe"Â by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Governor DeSantis Signs Another Death Warrant"Â by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Marco Rubio Criticizes Biden Admin's Attitude Towards El Salvador" by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâSenator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has returned from his trip to El Salvador. Shortly after his arrival in the United States, Sen. Rubio posted a video reflecting on the visit, criticizing the Biden Administration's reaction to President Nayib Bukele's actions against gangs such as MS-13.
"Scott, FL Lawmakers Urge Biden to Support Hurricane Relief Bill"Â by The Floridian's Jackson BakichâSince Hurricane Ian made landfall, Florida legislators have worked tirelessly to secure recovery funding for Florida and its residents, especially those Floridians in heavily impacted areas.
"DeSantis Narrowly Beats Trump in Florida New Poll, but Trump Continues to Crush him Nationally"Â by The Floridian's Jackson BakichâRepublicans around the country (both donors and voters) are beginning the process of deciding which Presidential candidate they will send to represent the party on the general election ballot.
"Nikki Fried and Lauren Book Arrested at Florida Capitol Protesting Abortion Bill"Â by The Floridian's Chris NelsonâPresident Trump is not the only one facing a perp walk today. A protest against a bill limiting abortion in Florida ended with two top Florida Democrats being arrested.
"Florida Republicans Slam Biden Admin Downplaying Chinese Balloon" by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâNBC has confirmed the Chinese spy balloon shot down in early February was gathering information despite the Biden Administration's downplaying of the threat. Several Florida Republicans, including Senator Marco Rubio and Representatives Mike Waltz, Ver Buchanan, and Greg Steube excoriated Biden on Twitter.
"Matt Gaetz: Somalia Example of U.S. As 'World's Policeman'"Â by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Rubio Meets with President of El Salvador"Â by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Florida Senate Passes 6-Week Heartbeat Bill"Â by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Hutchinson Facing Trump in GOP Primary" by The Floridian's Daniel MolinaâThe 2024 GOP primary continues to expand as Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson (R) has announced that he will run. President Donald Trump (R) was the first to announce his candidacy, and since then 3 more Republicans have joined the race.
"DeSantis Signs Constitutional Carry Into Law"Â by The Floridian's Javier ManjarresââConstitutional Carry is in the books,â said Governor Ron DeSantis after signing the controversial constitutional carry measure spearheaded by Sen. Jay Collins.
"The Florida Bill That Could Help Sink DeSantis's 2024 Chances"Â by The Floridian's Javier ManjarresâFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis could be on the verge of causing himself a historic and irreparable self-inflicted political wound if he signs into law a controversial legislative measure targeting Free Speech and media outlets.
"Ladapo Calls Trump's Comments Concerning DeSantis's COVID Record 'all Blubber'"Â by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâWith the Presidential primary season getting closer by the day, the intraparty attacks are starting to heat up, especially between former President Donald Trump (R) and potential candidate, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL).
"Roger Stone Says Trump Gag Order Could Constitute Election Interference"Â by The Floridian's Chris NelsonâRoger Stone called the gag order likely to be placed on his longtime ally and friend Donald Trump "unconstitutional" and said it could constitute election interference.
"Rubio Introduces Legislation to Hold Big Tech Accountable" by The Floridian's Jackson BakichâSenator Marco Rubio (R-FL) joined Senator Mike Lee to introduce the Advertising Middlemen Endangering Rigorous Internet Competition Accountability (AMERICA) Act.
"VP Harris Dismissed Border Crisis Threat During Private National Security Strategy Meeting" by The Floridian's Michelle RosenbergâThe Biden administration is under fire for the lack of focus on security threats originating from the Western Hemisphere in its 2022 National Security Strategy that was released last October. Despite the growing challenges posed by criminal organizations in Central and South America, the document scarcely addresses human trafficking, drug trafficking, or illegal immigration, and fails to mention the Southern border crisis altogether.
"CIA Hires Florida LGBTQ+ Activist as 'Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Associate'"Â by The Floridian's Chris Nelson
"Byron Donalds: 'Un-American' Trump Indictment Will Backfire in 2024"Â by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"FIU Recognized with National Award for Small Business Development Center"Â by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Scott Reintroduces Bill Cutting Funds to Chinese-Tied Schools" by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâWhile TikTok is the most visible means by which China seeks to subvert the United States, others are more subtle. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has reintroduced a bill preventing federal funds from going to colleges and universities with ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
"Rep. Fine Says Being Called a White Supremacist is 'Amusing'"Â by The Floridian's Jackson BakichâAs the Florida House of Representatives continues to negotiate the 2023 legislative session...
"Bipartisan Pro-Death Penalty Push in Florida"Â by The Floridian's Jim McCoolâFollowing the tragic trend of mass shootings in schools across the country, the state of Florida has moved to lower the death penalty standards via SB 450.
"Florida Lawmakers File Bill Draft that Could Repeal 'Resign to Run" by The Floridian's Chris NelsonâA bill draft has been filed in the Florida Senate minutes after the announcement that President Donald Trump has been indicted ...
"DeSantis Responds to Indictment of President Trump" by The Floridian's Javier ManjarresâA bill draft has been filed in the Florida Senate minutes after the announcement that President Donald Trump has been indicted by a Manhattan Grand Jury on 30 counts related to alleged business fraud...
"Grand Jury Votes to Indict President Donald Trump" by The Floridian's Javier ManjarresâManhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg was able to convince a grand jury to indict former President Donald Trump.
"Rubio: U.S. Must Have Strategy if China Invades Taiwan" by The Floridian's Grayson BakichâChina continues to seek global dominance, going so far as to prepare for a potential invasion of Taiwan by 2027. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has teamed up with Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) to introduce a bill demanding the United States formulate a strategy to counteract such an event.
"Waltz Slams Austin's 'No Regrets' About Afghanistan Withdrawal"Â by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
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