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Happy Easter
From all of us at The Floridian, continue to have a blessed Holy Week and Happy Easter.
With all of the turmoil and instability occurring around the world and the propagation of child abuse and mutilation in the U.S., it’s important to take a moment this week and embrace and cherish your God-given rights and freedoms.
At the pace this country is going, you may not have those freedoms tomorrow.
The Byron Donalds Effect
Rep. Byron Donalds is not only one of the biggest members of Congress in terms of size, he is also one of the biggest media personalities in the country.
Donalds is setting himself up for big things down the road, and his endorsement of President Donald Trump over Gov. Ron DeSantis in the 2024 Republican presidential primary race is deafening.
The announcement this week sucked the air out of the political room. READ MORE
Donalds also had something to say about the out-of-control government spending that continues to occur. READ MORE
Rick Scott-Either the @DeptofDefense forgot, or they weren't paying attention. "Chaos" doesn't even begin to describe it. It's outrageous. Their aversion to taking responsibility has them denying a botched withdrawal that cost 13 service members their lives.
Maxwell Alejandro Frost-The fascist right-wing understands that time is not on their side because this generation is the most progressive in the history of our country. We REJECT these racist and bigoted policies.
"Byron Donalds Wants to Cut NASA's Wasteful Government Spending" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—House 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" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—During Governor Ron DeSantis’ (R-FL) time in office, he has been keen on maintaining a platform that “backs the blue” and stands up for police officers and law enforcement. Now, “America’s Governor” 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" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Byron Donalds Endorses President Donald Trump over Ron DeSantis" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Just 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?" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Florida Senators Target History Confederate Monument Removals" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Cammack Co-Sponsors POLICE Act to Protect Law Enforcement, Border Patrol from Assault" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Representative 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 Bakich—Early 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 Manjarres—It’s a bird! It’s a plane. It’s a Chinese spy balloon. No, it’s a NASA low-cost air monitors hovering over Florida farmlands.
"DeSantis's Elections Changes Backed in Florida Senate" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres and News Service of Florida—TALLAHASSEE — 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" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Despite 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" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Representative 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" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Cava Praises Kaseya Arena Naming" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Trump Says Charges 'Should be Dropped" Against him by 'Failed District Attorney'" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina —Soon 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 —Florida 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" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—As 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 Bakich—As 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" by The Floridian's Chris Nelson—New 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" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Two 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" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Governor DeSantis Signs Another Death Warrant" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Marco Rubio Criticizes Biden Admin's Attitude Towards El Salvador" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Senator 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" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Since 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" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Republicans 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" by The Floridian's Chris Nelson—President 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 Bakich—NBC 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'" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Rubio Meets with President of El Salvador" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"Florida Senate Passes 6-Week Heartbeat Bill" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Hutchinson Facing Trump in GOP Primary" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—The 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" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—“Constitutional Carry is in the books,” 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" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Florida 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'" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—With 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" by The Floridian's Chris Nelson—Roger 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 Bakich—Senator 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 Rosenberg—The 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'" by The Floridian's Chris Nelson
"Byron Donalds: 'Un-American' Trump Indictment Will Backfire in 2024" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"FIU Recognized with National Award for Small Business Development Center" by The Floridian's Jim McCool
"Scott Reintroduces Bill Cutting Funds to Chinese-Tied Schools" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—While 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'" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—As the Florida House of Representatives continues to negotiate the 2023 legislative session...
"Bipartisan Pro-Death Penalty Push in Florida" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Following 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 Nelson—A 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 Manjarres—A 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 Manjarres—Manhattan 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 Bakich—China 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" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
"Luna Holds Graphic Hearing on Late-Term Abortion" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) is demanding accountability for a potential abortion-related crime in Washington, D.C., saying "one of the most egregious crimes occurred in D.C. without any oversight."
"Fried Files Ethics Complaint Against DeSantis" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried has filed an ethics complaint against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R). Filing the complaint with the Florida Commission on Ethics, Fried accuses DeSantis of receiving “gifts” from his Friends of Ron DeSantis political committee.
"FORCE Act Passes Foreign Affairs Committee by The Floridian's Daniel Molina
"FL Surgeon General Calls Medical Board "Disgusting" for Revoking Doctor's Certification over "Covid-19 Misinformation" by The Floridian's Chris Nelson
"Florida Surgeon General Performs CPR on man in State Capitol, Saves his Life" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
"Gimenez: Biden Admin 'Knows Exactly What They're Doing' at Border" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—The Biden Administration recently
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