Byron Donalds Defends ICE Agent: 'I Would Have Done the Same Thing'
The recent shooting of left-wing activist Rene Good at the hands of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis has all-but decided the nation, pressing lawmakers, including gubernatorial candidate and Rep. Byron Donalds (R), to take a position on the ongoing crackdown of criminal illegal aliens across the country. READ MORE.
Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "Senate President @Sen_Albritton is a dedicated leader who has done so much for Florida. Praying for a full and speedy recovery."
Rep. Cory Mills: "Proud to stand against more bloated government spending and refugee welfare."
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "I have an [sic] group of Republican members that will refuse to vote to send any appropriations bill back to the Senate unless it includes a rule for the SAVE Act. This will FORCE the Senate to VOTE on it! We will deliver this win for the American people."
Attorney General James Uthmeier: "When the hammers are ineffective, send in the wrecking ball."
Alex Pretti Is Shot and Killed During Minneapolis Immigration Crackdown — By The Floridian's Joseph Quesada — A Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed a 37-year-old man in Minneapolis on Jan. 24, according to federal and local officials, further escalating tensions within Minnesota following the fatal shooting of activist Renee Good and the recent detainment of school children in the region, including the apprehension of a 5-year-old.
Byron Donalds Defends ICE Agent: 'I Would Have Done the Same Thing' — By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres — The recent shooting of left-wing activist Rene Good at the hands of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis has all-but decided the nation, pressing lawmakers, including gubernatorial candidate and Rep. Byron Donalds (R), to take a position on the ongoing crackdown of criminal illegal aliens across the country.
Democrats Vow to Oppose Homeland Security Funding Package — By The Floridian's Joseph Quesada — The prospect of a partial U.S. government shutdown increases as Democratic senators vow to reject a funding package for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) following the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Minnesota resident Alex Pretti by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent.
Trump Threatens Canada over China Trade Deal Issues — By The Floridian's Joseph Quesada — President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods sold from Canada if the country proceeds and strikes a trade deal with China.
Reps. Marlin Stutzman, John McGuire Endorse Ola Hawatmeh in CD-19 Race — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — U.S. Reps. Marlin Stutzman (R-IN) and John McGuire (R-VA) have endorsed Ola Hawatmeh (R) in her bid for Florida's 19th Congressional District this week.
Emilio Gonzalez Is Rolling Up His Sleeves for 2026 — By The Floridian's Javier Manjarres — After falling short during the 2025 City of Miami mayoral race, Emilio González did not walk away from politics; he walked more directly into it.
'Leadership Matters:' Paul Renner Underscores Experience as Combat Veteran in Gubernatorial Bid — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) emphasized the importance of his military service in his bid for governor during an exclusive interview with Floridian publisher Javier Manjarres.
Anna Paulina Luna Introduces Bill Banning Corporate Home-Buying — By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich — Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) has introduced legislation banning institutional investors and large corporations from buying single-family homes.
Dean Black, Debra Tendrich Unveil Florida-Israel Policy & Exchange Initiative — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Reps. Dean Black (R-Jacksonville) and Debra Tendrich (D-Lake Worth) announced the launch of the Florida-Israel Policy & Exchange Initiative to strengthen and promote the relationship between Florida and Israel at the state capitol this week.
Tom Fabricio Introduces Bill Removing Yellow Decals from Florida License Plates — By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich — State Representative Tom Fabricio (R-110) has introduced legislation that would eliminate the requirement to place a yellow decal on the license plates of Florida-registered vehicles each year.
Florida Department of Health Finds Elevated Levels of Arsenic in Candy Products — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Gov. Ron DeSantis revealed that the Florida Department of Health (DOH) detected arsenic in 28 of 46 candy products as part of its commitment to promoting healthy food products through the state's "Healthy Florida First" initiative.
Randy Fine Joins 'Sharia Free America' Caucus — By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich — Representative Randy Fine (R-FL) announced his membership in the new Sharia Free America Caucus in a post to X, writing, "We must be willing to call evil by its name."
The JUICE is posted by Daniel Molina and Javier Manjarres
