Florida Governor DeSantis Could Help Republicans Retain House Majority With Redistricting
The narrow Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives has always been at stake going into the 2026 midterm elections, but after state legislatures in states like Texas voted to redraw congressional lines to favor Republicans, California Democrats, led by Governor Gavin Newsom, countered with their own redistricting initiative—Proposition 50, which was recently approved after voters overwhelmingly backed the play. READ MORE.
Senator Rick Scott: "President Trump, @epaleezeldin, and the entire administration are working every day to deliver for victims of the Palisades Fire, and it's a shame that state and local officials aren't doing the same."
Secretary Marco Rubio: "From the Gulf of America to the Pacific, safe and open waterways are the backbone of the American economy, carrying U.S> products to markets around the world. We engaged in important discussions with @G7 partners today on more coordination in support of U.S. efforts to increase maritime security."
Florida GOP: "This weekend the @FloridaGOP chartered the @FFCR as an official statewide organization. We welcome their partnership as we Keep Florida Winning!"
Florida Democrats: "Florida Republicans have made their priorities clear, and every day, Floridians are paying the price."
James Uthmeier Launches Investigation into JPMorgan Chase — By The Floridian's Adrian Morgade — Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that he is launching an investigation into multinational banking firm JPMorgan Chase (JPMC) over alleged claims of collaborating with the Biden administration’s DOJ to de-bank Florida-based Trump Media Group right before the business went public.
Uthmeier Announces Indictment Against Man Accused of Child Rape, Will Seek Death Penalty — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced an indictment by a Hernando County grand jury against Nathan Douglas Holmberg on accusations of capital sexual battery on a child under twelve during a press conference this week.
Byron Donalds Endorses Emilio Gonzalez for Miami Mayor — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) endorsed Emilio Gonzalez for Miami mayor while speaking at the 2025 Miami-Dade Lincoln Day Dinner this week. The backing follows an endorsement last month from Sen. Ted Cruz, who also attended the dinner.
Sheila Cherfilus McCormick Introduces Bipartisan Veterans' Bill of Rights — By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich — Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) has introduced the bipartisan Veterans' Bill of Rights Act to ensure our nation's heroes receive the benefits and services they deserve.
Florida Bill Would Ban Certain Flags From Government Buildings — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Two Florida lawmakers have filed legislation in the House and Senate to ban certain political flags, including Pride and Black Lives Matter banners, from being flown above government buildings.
Kat Cammack Blasts 'Performative' Democrats in House Ahead of Vote to End Shutdown — By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich — During an appearance on Fox News' Faulkner Focus, Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) blasted House Democrats as "performative" ahead of the vote on the new continuing resolution (CR) that could end the government shutdown.
Florida Governor DeSantis Could Help Republicans Retain House Majority With Redistricting — By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres — The narrow Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives has always been at stake going into the 2026 midterm elections, but after state legislatures in states like Texas voted to redraw congressional lines to favor Republicans, California Democrats, led by Governor Gavin Newsom, countered with their own redistricting initiative—Proposition 50, which was recently approved after voters overwhelmingly backed the play.
Florida Named Sixth-Best State in America by U.S. News and World — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Florida is the sixth-best state in the United States, thanks in part to high marks in economy and education, according to a 2025 Best States ranking by U.S. News and World Report.
Aaron Baker is Ready to Unseat Randy Fine in 2026 — By The Floridian's Daniel Molina — The special election in early April for Florida’s 6th congressional district saw Rep. Randy Fine (R) emerge as Rep. Mike Waltz’s (R) successor. As a member of the U.S. Congress, Rep. Fine now looks to the 2026 midterm election, but his Republican challenger Aaron Baker is ready to unseat him.
DeSantis Submits Proposal for More Control of Atlantic Red Snapper Season — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a plan for the state to have more authority over its recreational red snapper fishery while speaking in Fernandina Beach this week.
Ted Cruz Endorses Byron Donalds in Florida's Governor Race — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R) is throwing his support behind Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) for governor, adding to a trove of endorsements for the representative as he continues to solidify the Republican coalition in his bid.
USS Gerald R. Ford Deployment Heightens Pressure on Venezuela's Maduro as Calls for Democratic Transition Reach Crescendo — By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres — After years of failed negotiations and sanctions, Venezuelan opposition and former U.S. officials say it's time for a different approach to the U.S. Navy's most advanced aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, is steaming toward the Caribbean, with arrival expected early next week.
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