Juice🍊—6.13.2023—DeSantis's Loofah Scrub and Rubber Duckies— Donalds, Trump, Aetna, Wasserman Schultz— More...

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DeSantis Holding a Loofah and Rubber Duckie Fundraiser at Disney World?

It's all fun and games when it comes to American politics, but is political trickery getting the best of the American voter? DeSantis Loofah and rubber duckies for all! READ MORE

Aetna Partners up to Combat Human Trafficking

This week, Brevard Family Partnership announced they would be working with Aetna, a CVS Health company, to support prevention, education, and intervention against human trafficking in Northeast Florida.. READ MORE

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz-Accountability is critical for real justice. Grateful to @CIDH for acknowledging the Cuban regime's guilt in the murder of democracy activists Oswaldo Payá & Harold Cepero and proud to stand w/ @RosaMariaPaya & @CubaDecide as they fight #ParaElPuebloCubano

US Rep Kathy Castor-Today is #WomenVeteransDay and the 75th anniversary of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act!

We celebrate and honor our female veterans like Ms. Gladys Blount, a WWII veteran in #FL14, and thank them for their continued service to our great nation.

Gus Bilirakis-My team was proud to participate in Florida Fire Watch’s Veterans’ Suicide Prevention initiative at Chester McKay VFW in NPR. We all can play an important role in helping reduce suicide in the Veteran community and this wonderful program is helping engage residents in the fight!

"Donalds Accuses Biden's DOJ of being 'Two-Tiered' and 'Phony'" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—As both President Joe Biden (D) and former President Donald Trump (R) face investigations regarding classified documents, Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL)...

"Brevard Family Partnership and Aetna Fight Human Trafficking in Florida" by The Floridian's Jim McCool

"DeSantis Holding a Loofah and Rubber Duckie Fundraiser at Disney World?" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—As Florida Governor Ron DeSantis continues to garner national endorsements and rake in millions of dollars in presidential campaign donations, the good governor appears to now offering prospective donors a custom campaign loofah scrub in exchange for a $2,800 check.

"DeSantis Dubbed a 'Grand Wizard' at Tony Awards" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—The Tony Awards – a ceremony that celebrates Broadway theatre – was held Sunday night and brought some Florida politics along with it. Actress and Sunshine State native Denée Benton...

"FL Democrats Remember Pulse Nightclub Shooting, Ignore Shooter's Islamic Terrorism Motive" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—June 12th marks the 7th anniversary of the tragic Pulse Nightclub shooting in 2016. Florida's Congressional Delegation, primarily Democrats...

"DeSantis Dismisses Trump Appointed Supreme Court Justices" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—In an apparent attempt to take a subtle swipe at former President Donald Trump, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis dismissed Supreme Court Justices Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett as not being “at the same level” as Justices Clarence Thomas and Justice Alito.

"Salazar Introduces Chilean Tax Treaty" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R) has introduced a bill urging the U.S. Senate to ratify the Chilean Tax Treaty. The bipartisan bill, introduced with Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly (D)...

"Rubio Warns of Climate Change Extremists Entering the U.S." by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—This week, Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) is celebrating the release of his new book. However, Sen. Rubio is also sounding the alarm about foreign extremists that are making their way to the United States...

"DeSantis Leaps Closer to Trump in Polls Even After Indictment" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich

"Florida Republicans Slam Biden's Weakness on China" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—While the federal indictment of former President Donald Trump rocked the country internally, foreign policy issues abroad continue to mount. Recently, 24 Chinese aircraft flew dangerously...

"Donalds Says Biden Used Multiple Bank Accounts to Receive Burisma Bribe" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich

"As Trump is Indicted, DeSantis Receives Key Gubernatorial Endorsement" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has picked up the endorsement of Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt in the 2024 Republican presidential sweepstakes.

"House Democrat Frost Calls DeSantis a 'Racist' for Vowing to Restore the Name of Fort Bragg" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Progressive freshman Rep. Maxwell Frost continues to express his disdain for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R), calling him a “racist” for stating that he would “reinstate the name of Fort Bragg,” which was recently changed by the Biden administration to “Fort Liberty.”

"Scott to Biden: 'The Appeasement and Weakness Must End' Regarding China" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Recent reports have surfaced regarding an agreement between the Chinese and the Cubans that could make Americans, and especially Floridians, uneasy. The agreement concerns a spy facility on the Cuban island that could be used to surveil American business and military operations.

"McCormick Introduces Bill to Designate Russia a State Sponsor of Terrorism" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—The Russian-Ukraine War has seen instances where militias and terrorists have operated with Russian government support, committing war crimes...

"Moskowitz on Trump Indictment: 'Wait to Hear All the Facts'" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Representative Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) has stated that former President Donald Trump deservs a fair trial after he was indicted on 37 charges related to the Mar-a-Lago raid in August. Additionally, Rep. Moskowitz vowed he would "wait to hear all the facts."

"Bilirakis Moves to Crack Down on Contraband Phones in Prisons" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich

"Florida Members of Congress React to Trump's Federal Indictment" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Former President Donald Trump has been indicted (again) on charges related to the supposed mishandling of classified documents found at his Mar-a-Lago residence...

"Bovo Comments on Chinese Spy Facility in Cuba" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Reports of the Communist Chinese Party building a spy facility in Cuba is raising alarm. Numerous lawmakers have spoken out against the facility since reports...

"Rubio Urges Fellow Senators to Hold Chinese Fast Fashion Company Accountable" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—You may’ve heard of the apparel brand, Shein. Known for its cheap clothing mostly catered to women, Senator Marco Rubio...

"President Trump Denounces 'Hoax' Federal Indictment (VIDEO)" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a federal grand jury on 7 counts of conspiracy, obstruction, and willfully retaining Top Secret documents...

"Scott Continues to Push his 'Public Service Reform Act'" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—After introducing the Public Service Reform Act in May, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL)...

"Diaz-Balart Blames Biden's 'Weakness' for CCP Emergence" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Latin America is looking to be the next frontier of contentious geopolitics as Russia and the Communist Chinese Party (CCP)...

"Moody Prosecutes Nonprofit Director for $3M Fraud on Tax Payers" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Attorney General Ashley Moody (R-FL) has made protecting Floridians from financial fraud a top priority...

"Newsom Proposes 28th Amendment to Constitution" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina

"Salazar Questions Biden Admin on Latin America Foreign Policy" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R) is demanding answers from the Biden administration...

"Is Francis Suarez Joining the 2024 Presidential Race?" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—The 2024 Republican presidential primary race continues growing, and another Florida lawmaker could join the race...

"DeSantis Uses Term for Illegal Immigrants Biden Declared Dehumanizing (VIDEO)" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—During a roundtable meeting at the U.S. southern border to highlight his efforts to help other states combat...

"DeSantis Visits Southern Border in Major Presidential Stop" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) visited the southern border to address the immigration crisis as he continues his presidential campaign.

"Gaetz Demands Censure of January 6th Committee Chair" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—House Republicans have their knives out for Biden Administration officials. Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) set his sights...

"Rubio Introduces Bill, Allows Veterans Easier Access to Home Care" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has introduced the Veterans Homecare Choice Act which looks to make it easier for those who’ve served to receive home care.

"Venezuela's Dictator Maduro Continues Strengthening Ties With China and Russia" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro has been busy strengthening ties with U.S. adversary nations. After attending...

"Marco Rubio Responds to Claim Chris Christie 'Ended' His 2016 Presidential Run" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie (R) has thrown his hat into the 2024 Presidential Election, further crowding the GOP primary...

"Newsom Dubs DeSantis ‘Small, Pathetic Man’" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—The rivalry between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) and California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) has been reignited...

"BREAKING: New Study Shows Dangers of Spike Protein Accumulation in the Brain" —OPINION

"Gaetz Pursues Holding Trump Prosecutor Pomerantz in Contempt" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—The same week that House Republicans look to hold FBI Director Christopher Wray in contempt of Congress, Republicans are looking to target another official...

"DeSantis's Deployment of Law Enforcement, Military to Border is Paying Off" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Within several weeks of having been deployed to Texas to help police the U.S. southern border with Mexico, Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced that law enforcement teams on the ground have already assisted in 190 arrests...

"DeSantis Enacts the 'Digital Bill of Rights' in Florida" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) signed legislation to grant Floridians their new “Digital Bill of Rights.”

"Waltz Blasts Renaming of Fort Bragg, Other Military Bases" by The Floridian's Jim McCool—Recent years have seen historic landmarks and names now become political, often with activists demanding their names be altered or destroyed altogether.

"House Republicans Will Hold Christopher Wray in Contempt of Congress" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, President Joe Biden (D) finds himself embroiled in further controversy. The Republican-led House Oversight...

"Cammack Describes FBI as 'Rotten to the Core'" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) went on Fox Business to discuss the recent events surrounding the Chairman of the House Oversight Committee, Congressman James Comer (R-KY).

"Wasserman Schultz Calls Out 'Right-Wing Extremist' MAGA Republicans During Pride Month" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—As a Vice Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus, Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) has released a statement concerning the beginning of Pride Month.

"Scott, Rubio Introduce Resolution to Celebrate Tampa-Based Rough Riders" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and Ted Cruz (R-TX) announced their intention to designate June 2nd as National Rough Riders Day.

"Soto Targeted by NRCC Again for Voting Against Energy Production" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Domestic energy production has been a priority of House Republicans, especially as Saudi Arabia announced...

"Pence Dubbed 'MAGA Wingman' Ahead of 2024 Run" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—This election season continues to prove surprising as a slew of Republicans are set to announce their presidential aspirations. Once Trump supporters, Vice President Mike Pence (R) and...

"DeSantis Counters Criticism of His Fight with Disney" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich

"Florida Delegation Advocates for Expanded Role of Abraham Accords in Africa" by The Floridian's Michelle Rosenberg—Members of Congress from Florida, including Reps. Cory Mills, Jared Moskowitz, María Elvira Salazar, and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, are among those...

"Rubio Wants Stronger Medical Supply Chains" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) has penned an op-ed regarding a national drug shortage. The United States has faced several shortages in the last few years, and a national drug shortage would further strain the lives of Americans. To combat this, Rubio argues...

"DeSantis Defines ‘Woke’ in Iowa" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—Republicans have been waging a war against “woke,” and the upcoming 2024 election appears to be a mandate on “woke.” However, Republicans are now duking it out against each other because of “woke.."

DeSantis's Florida is Where Woke Goes to Die, or Prance Around at the Beach" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Just as Governor Ron DeSantis and his young family were in Iowa attending the “Ride and Roast” campaign event...

"Biden Celebrates Budget Agreement" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina—For weeks, Democrats and Republicans have been at odds regarding the debt ceiling. Both sides of the aisle have finally come to an agreement, signing a bipartisan budget,,,

"Trump Promises American State Fair" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina

"Donalds Reintroduces Bill Protecting Railroads Following Natural Disasters" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—With the 2023 hurricane season now upon us, Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) has reintroduced the Short Line Railroad Relief Act, which looks to secure disaster relief for short line railroads.

"DeSantis Pledges to 'Rip' out 'Woke' Agenda From Military on Day 1" by The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—The 2024 Republican Presidential primary race continues to simmer, as just about all of the announced or potential candidates,,,

"Moskowitz Introduces Bill Targeting Iran Sanction Evasion " by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich—Despite the existing US sanctions, Iran's oil sales have surged to record highs. The revenue from these sales goes on to finance terrorism worldwide or towards developing nuclear weapons...

"Rubio Introduces Higher Education Accreditation Act" by The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) has joined his colleague Rick Scott (R) in pushing back against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)...

"Mast Provides Rationale for Voting Against Debt Ceiling Agreement" by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich

"Marco Rubio Demands TikTok CEO Investigated for Perjury" by The Floridian's Daniel Molina

 

 

 

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