Mast on Transgender Bathroom Bill:

Mast on Transgender Bathroom Bill: "Men are men and Women are Women"

Jackson Bakich
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November 21, 2024
Since the election of the first transgender member of Congress earlier in November– Rep.-elect Sarah McBride (D-DE) – Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC) introduced a resolution to bar transgender people at the Capitol from using single-sex facilities opposite of their assigned gender at birth. U.S. Representatives such as Congressmen Brian Mast (R-FL) and Wesley Hunt (R-TX) […]
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Scott Endorses Lara Trump for Rubio's Senate Seat

Scott Endorses Lara Trump for Rubio's Senate Seat

Jackson Bakich
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November 20, 2024
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has endorsed RNC Co-Chair Lara Trump for Marco Rubio’s likely soon-to-be-open senate seat as he has been tapped for President-elect Donald Trump's (R) Secretary of State. It is up to Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) to fill the position. The Florida governor could appoint himself or somebody in his inner circle who […]
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Scott Sends Letter Regarding Biden 'Burrowing' Appointees in Federal Government

Scott Sends Letter Regarding Biden 'Burrowing' Appointees in Federal Government

Jackson Bakich
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November 20, 2024
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has joined some of his Republican colleagues in sending a letter to the Acting Director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Robert Shriver, requesting transparency regarding the conversion of Biden administration political appointees into nonpolitical permanent positions, also known as “burrowing.” According to American Oversight, concerns about burrowing include the […]
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Zyn Producer Announces $1 Million for Hurricane Relief in Southeast

Zyn Producer Announces $1 Million for Hurricane Relief in Southeast

Jackson Bakich
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November 20, 2024
An affiliate of Phillip Morris International (PMI)—Swedish Match North America—has announced it will donate $1 million to hurricane relief throughout the Southeastern United States (including Florida) following the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Swedish Match North America employs this effort through its “We Care by Zyn” initiative, referencing the brand’s popular tobacco-free nicotine pouches. […]
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DeSantis Speaks on Rubio's Senate Seat, Doesn't Leave Out Self-Appointment

DeSantis Speaks on Rubio's Senate Seat, Doesn't Leave Out Self-Appointment

Jackson Bakich
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November 18, 2024
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has a decision to make. With Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) accepting President-elect Donald Trump's (R) offer to become his Secretary of State (as he is expected to be confirmed), Gov. DeSantis has the task of replacing the senator's seat. Many names have been floated around, including Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL), DeSantis […]
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Scott Blasts DoD for Failing Seventh-Straight Audit

Scott Blasts DoD for Failing Seventh-Straight Audit

Jackson Bakich
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November 18, 2024
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) is calling out the Department of Defense (DoD) for failing its seventh-straight annual audit, failing to account for more than its $820 million budget. However, DoD officials stated that the agency has made strides in its ability to properly account for its spending. According to Fox News, the DoD audits concluded […]
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Scott Talks Trump, Rubio, Israel Relations on Capitol Hill

Scott Talks Trump, Rubio, Israel Relations on Capitol Hill

Jackson Bakich
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November 15, 2024
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) spoke to The Floridian regarding the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, Iran, and their proxies, which has left tens of thousands of people in the region dead. With President-elect Donald Trump (R) stating that the conflict would’ve never happened under his watch, we asked Sen. Scott how the incoming administration […]
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Stand With Israel Act Gains Steam, Six Senators Join Rick Scott

Stand With Israel Act Gains Steam, Six Senators Join Rick Scott

Jackson Bakich
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November 15, 2024
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) have joined Senator Jim Risch (R-ID) and 31 other upper chamber legislators in bringing forward the Stand With Israel Act, a bill that would cut U.S. funding to United Nations (UN) agencies that “expel, downgrade, suspend, or otherwise restrict the participation of the State of Israel.” This piece of legislation has gained six […]
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Rubio, Cruz, Others Urge Answers After Reports of Improper File Access of Vance, Walz

Rubio, Cruz, Others Urge Answers After Reports of Improper File Access of Vance, Walz

Jackson Bakich
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November 14, 2024
Republican Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Mike Braun (R-IN), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN.), and Joni Ernst (R-IA) wrote a letter to Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough after reports surfaced detailing some unnerving details regarding former Vice Presidential candidates JD Vance (R) and Tim Walz […]
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AG Moody Introduces 'Holiday Consumer Protection Guide'

AG Moody Introduces 'Holiday Consumer Protection Guide'

Jackson Bakich
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November 14, 2024
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody (R) appeared with local Miami law enforcement and members of the Florida Retail Federation (FRF) and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to release the 2024 Holiday Consumer Protection Guide. With five fewer days between Black Friday and Christmas Day, heightened stress could be on display not only in Florida but […]
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Trump Officially Selects Rubio for Secretary of State

Trump Officially Selects Rubio for Secretary of State

Jackson Bakich
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November 13, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump (R) has officially chosen Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) to be his Secretary of State. This was rumored to be the case earlier this week, but it has now been confirmed by President-elect Trump himself. Trump released a statement saying Sen. Rubio will be a "strong advocate" and a "true friend to our […]
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BREAKING: Thune Outlasts Scott, Cornyn, Wins Senate Majority Leader Position

BREAKING: Thune Outlasts Scott, Cornyn, Wins Senate Majority Leader Position

Jackson Bakich
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November 13, 2024
Senator John Thune (R-SD) has become the leader of the Senate Republican Conference for the upcoming 119th Congress and possibly beyond. He outlasted Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) for the position. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) led the Senate Republican Conference since 2007. He announced his resignation in late February. Sens. Cornyn […]
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Ted Cruz, Mike Lee Announce Support for Scott's Leadership Bid, Vote Expected Today

Ted Cruz, Mike Lee Announce Support for Scott's Leadership Bid, Vote Expected Today

Jackson Bakich
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November 13, 2024
Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Mike Lee (R-UT) have declared their endorsement for Senator Rick Scott's (R-FL) Majority Leader bid. The Republican Party won the majority in the Senate on Election Day, providing Sens. Scott, John Cornyn (R-TX), and John Thune (R-SD) with more motivation to become their party’s leader in the upper chamber. Senator Mitch […]
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Musk, Ramaswamy Selected to Start Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)

Musk, Ramaswamy Selected to Start Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)

Jackson Bakich
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November 13, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump (R) has followed through on his promise to select Elon Musk to establish the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The name of this department is a direct reference to the “joke” or “meme” cryptocurrency Dogecoin, which is based on the doge (dog) meme. Elon has publicly endorsed this crypto in the past. […]
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Scott Pushes His History in Private Sector as Rationale for Senate Leadership

Scott Pushes His History in Private Sector as Rationale for Senate Leadership

Jackson Bakich
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November 12, 2024
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) appeared on Fox News to share his vision for the Senate Majority Leader position should he be picked by his colleagues later this week. The Republican Party won the majority in the Senate on Election Day, providing Senators Scott, John Cornyn (R-TX), and John Thune (R-SD) with more motivation to obtain party […]
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Trump Expected to Name Marco Rubio as Secretary of State

Trump Expected to Name Marco Rubio as Secretary of State

Jackson Bakich
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November 12, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump (R) is expected to pick Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) to be his Secretary of State, according to three sources a part of the vetting process. This was first reported by the New York Times. According to NBC News, a Trump ally said Sen. Rubio fits in the Secretary of State position because […]
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Scott Confident He Will Obtain Republican Senate Leadership

Scott Confident He Will Obtain Republican Senate Leadership

Jackson Bakich
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November 9, 2024
The Republican Party won the majority in the Senate on Election Day, providing Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), John Cornyn (R-TX), and John Thune (R-SD) with more motivation to become their party’s leader in the upper chamber. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has served as the leader of the Senate Republican Conference since 2007. He announced his […]
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Scott Receives Senate Leader Endorsements, But Likely Needs Trump's

Scott Receives Senate Leader Endorsements, But Likely Needs Trump's

Jackson Bakich
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November 8, 2024
After Republicans secured the Senate majority this election cycle, discussions of who should lead the Republican Conference in the upper chamber ramped up. Both Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and John Thune (R-SD) have been portrayed as the continuation candidates for the position, whereas Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has vowed to be the “change” candidate. Senator […]
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