Scott and Nelson Agree on Pompeo Nomination

Scott and Nelson Agree on Pompeo Nomination

Daniel Molina
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April 27, 2018
Mike Pompeo was confirmed by the Senate to be the next United States Secretary of State after Rex Tillerson was relieved of office. Governor Scott, currently campaigning to unseat Democratic Florida Senator Bill Nelson, supports the pick. However, Bill Nelson voted against many of President Trump's cabinet picks including a no vote on Mike Pompeo […]
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Trump Measures Cause Decrease in U.S. Visits to Cuba

Trump Measures Cause Decrease in U.S. Visits to Cuba

Daniel Molina
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April 26, 2018
The United States and Cuba have long had a strained relationship when it comes to visitations and tourism. During President Obama's tenure in office, travel restrictions were eased while still maintaining a ban on tourism. Now, after President Donald Trump's move to tighten travel restrictions, there has been a 7 percent decrease from foreign visitors […]
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Rick Scott Hits Bill Nelson on Taxes

Rick Scott Hits Bill Nelson on Taxes

Daniel Molina
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April 25, 2018
Governor Rick Scott's campaign trail led him to Pensacola, Florida where he attacked his opponent, Senator Bill Nelson, for having voted against the Republicans' tax bill. In a roundtable discussion environment with business leaders, he discussed the 427 low opportunity zones that he designated in Florida under the bill. What this means is that said […]
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Florida Gubernatorial Race Might See Jolly and Murphy Join

Florida Gubernatorial Race Might See Jolly and Murphy Join

Daniel Molina
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April 24, 2018
Republican David Jolly and Democrat Patrick Murphy have been on a bipartisan tour across the nation to discuss why they believe congress is gridlocked. In an unprecedented turn, it seems that both former congressman are now exploring a possible gubernatorial run as a bipartisan ticket, and the Democrats have responded with their thoughts on both […]
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Putnam Releases First Advertisement

Putnam Releases First Advertisement

Daniel Molina
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April 23, 2018
Florida's Commissioner of Agriculture, Adam Putnam, and a candidate to replace outgoing Florida Governor Rick Scott, has just released his first minute long television advertisement, and it takes an autobiographical approach. There will be different versions of the advertisement playing until April 30th, and the advertisements will be broadcasted in Fort Myers, Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Orlando […]
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Marco Rubio and Tim Scott Promote

Marco Rubio and Tim Scott Promote "Opportunity Zones"

Daniel Molina
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April 21, 2018
South Carolina Senator Tim Scott and Florida Senator Marco Rubio are joining forces to promote "opportunity Zones," and they're also commenting that the new tax laws will benefit places like Overtown. Senator Scott explained that "You’ve got government assistance already throughout the country and throughout neighborhoods. The fact is what you have to have in a […]
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Rick Scott Releases new ad

Rick Scott Releases new ad "Tanto"

Daniel Molina
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April 20, 2018
Outgoing Florida Governor Rick Scott has hit the ground running since announcing his senate bid to unseat Democratic Florida Senator Bill Nelson. It's set to be one of the most closely watched and expensive races taking place in the upcoming midterm elections, and Governor Scott has already dedicated $3 million to two advertisements. After releasing […]
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Trump and Abe Hold Joint Conference

Trump and Abe Hold Joint Conference

Daniel Molina
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April 19, 2018
With news of an upcoming summit being held by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and President Donald Trump, Mar-a-Lago hosted Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to discuss trade and growing pressure omg North Korea to denuclearize. Yesterday, both leaders held a joint press conference to discuss the topics they spoke about over the last two […]
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Scott Doubles Down on Term Limits in new ad

Scott Doubles Down on Term Limits in new ad

Daniel Molina
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April 17, 2018
Outgoing Florida Governor Rick Scott is now one week into his Senate bid. In full campaign mode, Governor Scott looks to unseat Democratic Senator Bill Nelson, and his first campaign ad titled "Term Limits" sees him doubling down on calling for term limits. This is an issue that many voters have voiced support over and […]
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Julio Gonzalez Overtakes Greg Steube in District 17 Fundraising

Julio Gonzalez Overtakes Greg Steube in District 17 Fundraising

Daniel Molina
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April 16, 2018
The upcoming midterm elections will be closely watched because the nation's approval or disapproval with President Trump will be put to test. Tom Rooney, Representative of Florida's 17th district, will not be seeking re-election. So, Julio Gonzalez and Greg Steube are both in the GOP primary battle, and Gonzalez is currently leading Steube in Fundraising. […]
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President Trump set for big Week in Florida

President Trump set for big Week in Florida

Daniel Molina
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April 16, 2018
This week is set to be an important week for President Trump as he looks to spend a lot of time in the sunshine state for events that range from national issues to local ones as well. First, the President will be heading an event in Hialeah to tout his $1.5 trillion tax cut. Florida […]
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Governor Scott Comments on Mueller

Governor Scott Comments on Mueller

Daniel Molina
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April 15, 2018
President Donald Trump has been heavily critical of the Mueller investigation, and the criticism has only heightened after Trump's personal lawyer Michael Cohen's house was raided. In response, President Trump sent off a storm of tweets lambasting Mueller, and now conversations of what President Trump is going to do with Mueller have been reignited. President […]
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Florida Lawmakers Respond to Syrian Strike

Florida Lawmakers Respond to Syrian Strike

Daniel Molina
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April 14, 2018
With the news yesterday that President Trump had ordered an airstrike on Syria in response to a chemical attack on its own citizens earlier in the week, many lawmakers and citizens of the United States are struggling to come to a conclusion on how they feel about the President's decision. But, Florida Senator Marco Rubio, […]
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Scott Gives Welcoming Introduction to Putnam

Scott Gives Welcoming Introduction to Putnam

Daniel Molina
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April 13, 2018
Outgoing Florida Governor Rick Scott is on the campaign trail in his bid to unseat Democratic Senator Bill Nelson, the only Democratic statewide elected lawmaker. Adam Putnam, currently Florida's Agricultural Commissioner, is on his own campaign to succeed Governor Scott. Both appeared alongside in the Villages, and Governor Scott's welcoming introduction could be seen an […]
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Governor Scott Calls for Cuban Election Monitoring

Governor Scott Calls for Cuban Election Monitoring

Daniel Molina
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April 12, 2018
A summit of the Americas will be taking place soon where Vice President Mike Pence and Florida Senator Marco Rubio will be representing the United States. In response to the Summit, Florida Governor Rick Scott, now a candidate for the Florida Senate, wrote a letter to Vice President Pence referencing his “profound commitment to democracy and […]
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DeSantis Says He Would've Vetoed Gun Bill

DeSantis Says He Would've Vetoed Gun Bill

Daniel Molina
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April 11, 2018
The Parkland shooting incited protests calling for gun control that gained medial attention as lawmakers looked for ways in order to respond to the shooting and prevent future shootings from happening. Ron DeSantis, Florida Governor candidate, is arguing that he would've vetoed the controversial gun bill that Governor Rick Scott signed into law. The bill […]
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Governor Scott Announces Senate Run

Governor Scott Announces Senate Run

Daniel Molina
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April 9, 2018
Florida Governor Rick Scott went live on Facebook to announce that he’s indeed running for the Senate, and he assures that it’s to do the same thing that he’s done for the sunshine state as it’s Governor. The goal is to have “Washington works for us,” and he'll be facing Democratic Senator Bill Nelson, the […]
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Scott hit with Democratic Ad Ahead of Senate Announcement

Scott hit with Democratic Ad Ahead of Senate Announcement

Daniel Molina
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April 8, 2018
Florida Governor Rick Scott is expected to make his Senate candidacy announcement on Monday, but Democrats are already releasing ads attacking the Governor who is set to take on Democratic Senator Bill Nelson for his seat. Senator Nelson is up for reelection, and the race is expected to be a contentious one. In the newly […]
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