Haridopolos Stands Alone at Primary Debate on Contraceptive Bill, Receives Applause From Pro-Life Group

Haridopolos Stands Alone at Primary Debate on Contraceptive Bill, Receives Applause From Pro-Life Group

Jackson Bakich
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July 27, 2024
U.S. House of Representatives hopeful Mike Haridopolos (R) stood alone in defiance when asked if he would support the Right to Contraception Act during WESH 2’s CD 8 Republican primary debate. His opponents, John Hearton and Joe Babits raised their hands in support of the pro-abortion measure when asked if they would vote for the […]
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Trump Campaign Announces No Debate Until Democrat Nominee is Selected

Trump Campaign Announces No Debate Until Democrat Nominee is Selected

Jackson Bakich
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July 26, 2024
Former President Donald Trump (R) has announced that he will not participate in a debate with Vice President Kamala Harris (D) or any Democrat until their party officially chooses a nominee at the Democratic National Convention. The Trump campaign released the following statement: From Team Trump @TeamTrump; pic.twitter.com/EM5pGKhPBR — Donald J. Trump Posts From His […]
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Mast Slams Pro-Hamas Protestors in D.C. Burning Flags, Desecrating Monuments

Mast Slams Pro-Hamas Protestors in D.C. Burning Flags, Desecrating Monuments

Jackson Bakich
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July 25, 2024
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) condemned pro-Hamas protestors in Washington, D.C. as Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a joint session of Congress on Wednesday. Demonstrators were seen pulling down and burning the American flag, chanting “From the river to the sea,” and desecrating national landmarks. Rep. Mast, an Army veteran, vehemently disapproved of the […]
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Mills: Condemning VP Harris' Border Security Record was 'One of the Easiest Votes'

Mills: Condemning VP Harris' Border Security Record was 'One of the Easiest Votes'

Jackson Bakich
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July 25, 2024
Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) – alongside many other Republicans nationwide – is not stepping down from attributing the title of “Border Czar” to Vice President Kamala Harris (D) as the GOP-controlled House passed a resolution reprimanding her efforts in the position. HR 1371, sponsored by Republican Conference Chair and Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY), confirms the […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Wasserman Schultz Predicts VP Harris Will Defeat Trump in 'Close Race'

EXCLUSIVE: Wasserman Schultz Predicts VP Harris Will Defeat Trump in 'Close Race'

Jackson Bakich
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July 24, 2024
Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) spoke to The Floridian to discuss Vice President Kamala Harris’ (D) chances in the upcoming 2024 presidential election against former President Donald Trump (R) in November. Her response was incredibly optimistic as she listed Vice President Harris'  track record during her time in public service. “First of all, she's an […]
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Donalds Says VP Harris Skipping Netanyahu's Joint Address to Congress is Anti-Semitic

Donalds Says VP Harris Skipping Netanyahu's Joint Address to Congress is Anti-Semitic

Jackson Bakich
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July 23, 2024
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) spoke to The Floridian on Capitol Hill to discuss the Vice President and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris for skipping Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s joint session of Congress address. The Florida congressman did not mince words when describing his thoughts concerning the Vice President, saying the he boycott of […]
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Republicans Scoff, Democrats Optimistic a Harris Ticket Could Flip Florida Blue

Republicans Scoff, Democrats Optimistic a Harris Ticket Could Flip Florida Blue

Jackson Bakich
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July 23, 2024
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives from both sides of the political aisle spoke to The Floridian in reaction to the possibility of Vice President Kamala Harris (D) – the likely Democratic presidential nominee – putting Florida in play in the 2024 presidential election. Some Republicans scoffed at the idea, including comments calling the […]
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First Lady Casey DeSantis Holds Cooking Class as part of Hope Florida Initiative

First Lady Casey DeSantis Holds Cooking Class as part of Hope Florida Initiative

Jackson Bakich
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July 23, 2024
Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis was joined by Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris and Guardian ad Litem Executive Director Dennis Moore in hosting a “hands-on, healthy cooking class” in Orlando as part of the Hope Florida initiative. This mentorship program has touched the lives of hundreds of youth making their way […]
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Some FL Lawmakers Condemn, Others Endorse Likely Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris

Some FL Lawmakers Condemn, Others Endorse Likely Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris

Jackson Bakich
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July 23, 2024
U.S. lawmakers from the state of Florida on both sides of the aisle shared their reactions to President Joe Biden’s (D) endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris (D) after he announced he would not seek reelection. A specific reason was not given for President Biden's departure, but his mental shortcomings and his poor polling numbers […]
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Trump Says He Will Free American Journalist in Russian Prison 'Immediately'

Trump Says He Will Free American Journalist in Russian Prison 'Immediately'

Jackson Bakich
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July 20, 2024
Former President Donald Trump (R) stated on his social media app, Truth Social, that he would free former Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich from Russian prison immediately and “for no compensation.” He also demanded the Wall Street Journal to “stop being stupid.” “Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich was just sentenced to 16 years […]
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AG Moody, FSU V. ACC Update: Conference Agrees to Disclose 'Secret Agreements' to Moody

AG Moody, FSU V. ACC Update: Conference Agrees to Disclose 'Secret Agreements' to Moody

Jackson Bakich
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July 20, 2024
In April, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody (R-FL) joined Florida State University in suing the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC, the conference FSU plays in) by filing her own suit against the league after a North Carolina judge concluded that FSU waived its “sovereign immunity” by being a part of the ACC. In an attempt to […]
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Mast at RNC: Neither Biden Nor Harris 'Deserves to be Saluted as Commander-in-Chief'

Mast at RNC: Neither Biden Nor Harris 'Deserves to be Saluted as Commander-in-Chief'

Jackson Bakich
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July 19, 2024
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) spoke at the Republican National Convention (RNC) on the impact former President Donald Trump (R) would have on the military should he return to the position of Commander-in-Chief after the November general election. The Army veteran first started by thanking his fellow service members. “Now, I've got to start with a […]
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NEW: Scott Unloads on Biden, Secret Service Director With Questions Regarding Trump Assassination Attempt

NEW: Scott Unloads on Biden, Secret Service Director With Questions Regarding Trump Assassination Attempt

Jackson Bakich
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July 18, 2024
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) sent a letter to President Joe Biden (D) calling for up-to-date “transparency and accountability” concerning the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump (R). On Saturday a gunman shot and nearly killed the former president at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. President Trump’s right ear was pierced by a bullet, millimeters […]
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Americans for Prosperity Making Inroads Throughout Florida Politics

Americans for Prosperity Making Inroads Throughout Florida Politics

Jackson Bakich
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July 18, 2024
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is an organization looking to “Reignite the American Dream” as it just celebrated its 20th year since its formation. The political advocacy group dons itself as the “premier grassroots advocacy organization” attempting to shape public policy. It has four million advocates in all 50 states with 36 chapters – including Florida […]
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'Aim Better': Dallas Police Officer on Administrative Leave for Comment Following Trump Assassination Attempt

'Aim Better': Dallas Police Officer on Administrative Leave for Comment Following Trump Assassination Attempt

Jackson Bakich
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July 17, 2024
Following the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump (R), the Dallas Police Department received a complaint after one of its officers allegedly left a comment saying, “Aim better,” referring to the shots fired. The officer in question, Sergeant Arturo Martinez was placed on administrative leave by DPD. On Saturday a gunman shot and nearly […]
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Donalds on Trump Assassination Attempt Aftermath: This is 'What Leadership Requires'

Donalds on Trump Assassination Attempt Aftermath: This is 'What Leadership Requires'

Jackson Bakich
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July 15, 2024
U.S. Representative and potential VP pick Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on Fox News in Milwaukee just hours before the commencement of the Republican National Convention and less than 48 hours removed from the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump’s (R) life. On Saturday a gunman shot and nearly killed the former president at his […]
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Florida Representatives in U.S. House React to Trump Assassination Attempt, Denounce Violence

Florida Representatives in U.S. House React to Trump Assassination Attempt, Denounce Violence

Jackson Bakich
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July 15, 2024
U.S. Representatives from the state of Florida shared their reactions to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump’s (R) life. On Saturday a gunman shot and nearly killed the former president at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. President Trump’s right ear was pierced by a bullet, millimeters from an even more catastrophic event. […]
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Congressional Hopeful Bryan Leib Calls on Wasserman Schultz to Condemn Bill Stripping Trump Secret Service

Congressional Hopeful Bryan Leib Calls on Wasserman Schultz to Condemn Bill Stripping Trump Secret Service

Jackson Bakich
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July 15, 2024
Former President Donald Trump (R) dodged an assassination attempt on his life on Saturday after a gunman shot and nearly killed him at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The attempted assassination has brought the Secret Service's capabilities and bandwidth into question, but it also brought to light a recently filed legislative measure that specifically called for […]
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