City of Miami Chief of Staff Faces Scrutiny Over Nonprofit Tied to Public Funds
Francisco “Panchito” Petrirena is no stranger to power. Known as a behind-the-scenes player in Miami government, Petrirena now finds himself at the center of rising scrutiny over a nonprofit he leads — one that has quietly become a magnet for public funds with limited oversight or accountability.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick— I spoke with NBC 6about the big court win for our Haitian community. We fought for the expansion of TPS, and we won. Our community showed up, stood strong, and made this happen.
As the Congresswoman for South Florida, where more TPS holders live than anywhere else in the country, I know how much this means. This win helps families stay together, work, and live without fear.
This was more than just a court case. It was about doing what’s right and recognizing the crisis in Haiti.
And we’re not stopping here. I will keep fighting for permanent protections and real change for our people.
Sen. Rick Scott—Today, I join Colombians throughout Florida and the world in celebrating Colombia’s Independence Day!
We look forward to a day when Colombia and the United States can again work together to promote freedom, prosperity, and stability for its citizens, our hemisphere, and the world.
Randy Fine Looks to Cancel U.S. House WSJ Subscription Over Alleged Trump-Epstein Letter —By The Floridian's Michael Costeines—U.S. Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) announced he intends to introduce federal legislation aimed at ending the House of Representatives...
Florida Republicans Applaud Final Passage of Rescissions Bill —By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—The bill to cut $9 billion in federal spending has passed the House again and is now heading to President Donald Trump's desk, and several Florida Republicans are celebrating.
The Washington 'Swamp' Lives up to It's Name, Rodent Infestation has Python-Grip of Congress —By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
Sen. Stan McClain Named Florida Coalition for Children's '2025 Legislator of the Year' —By The Floridian's Michael Costeines—Sen. Stan McClain (R-Ocala) has been named the '2025 Legislator of the Year' by the Florida Coalition for Children (FCC).
Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Other Florida Congressional Democrats Demand Closure of 'Alligator Alcatraz' —By The Floridian's Michael Costeines—U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) and other state Democratic congressional lawmakers recently introduced the No Cages in the Everglades Act, which aims to defund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's illegal migrant detention center in the Everglades, better known as "Alligator Alcatraz."
City of Miami Chief of Staff Faces Scrutiny Over Nonprofit Tied to Public Funds —By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
'Didn't Twiddle Their Thumbs': DeSantis Defends State for Blindsiding Local Officials on Alligator Alcatraz —Liv Caputo—Gov. Ron DeSantis defended Friday the state agency that constructed the Alligator Alcatraz migrant detention center without fully notifying local officials.
Steube Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Study Effects of Microplastics—By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
Rosado’s First Vote Sparks Backlash and Carollo’s Public Criticism —By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres
Treasury Expands Sanctions on Venezuelan 'Tren de Aragua' Gang —By The Floridian's Mateo Guillamont—The US Treasury has announced new sanctions against the Venezuelan ‘Tren de Aragua’ gang.
Emilio Gonzalez, City of Miami Mayoral Candidate, Battles in Court to Restore 2025 Election for Mayor and Commissioner —By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—In a high-stakes virtual courtroom showdown, City of Miami mayoral candidate Emilio Gonzalez took on City Hall yesterday in a legal fight over whether voters will have the right to elect a new Mayor and Commissioner this November, as originally scheduled.
Frost Introduces Bipartisan Bill Making Bus Production Cheaper Amidst Growing Demand —By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
Bilirakis Introduces Bill Lifting Arms Embargo on Cyprus —By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich
Clearwater Man Found Guilty of Battery After Assaulting Rep. Luna's Campaign Manager —By The Floridian's Michael Costeines
Florida Families Face Major Questions Ahead of Congress’ Decision to Extend ACA Tax Credits—By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Millions of Florida families could soon face skyrocketing health insurance costs and potential loss of coverage as key provisions...
Two Months After License Revocations, Trump's Venezuela Oil Strategy Shows Limited Success—By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres—Two months after the Trump administration revoked Western oil companies' licenses to operate in Venezuela, the results...
Lee Discusses Countering Criminal Use of AI—By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich—Representative Laurel Lee discussed how advancements in artificial intelligence could be used by law enforcement against those who would use it for criminal purposes in a recent...
New Bill Would Ban Chinese and Other Immigrants From States With Draconian Intel Laws—By The Floridian's Mateo Guillamont—Senator Rick Scott introduced a bill to ban immigration from countries with laws requiring their citizens to cooperate...
Ralph Masullo Announces Run to Replace Sen. Blase Ingoglia in SD 11—By The Floridian's Michael Costeines—Ralph Masullo, who previously served in the Florida House of Representatives from 2016 to 2022, announced he's running for Senate in District 11...
US Shifts Naval Presence in Middle East; Questioning Likelihood of Further Attacks—By The Floridian's Mateo Guillamont—The US military is shifting its naval assets in the Middle East after months of confrontations with Iran and its proxies. Reports tracking...
Florida Supreme Court Sides With DeSantis in Landmark Redistricting Decision—By The Floridian's Liv Caputo—The Florida Supreme Court sided with Gov. Ron DeSantis Thursday in a landmark congressional redistricting case, ruling that the U.S. Constitution...
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