Buchanan Receives Perfect Score From U.S. Humane Society

Buchanan Receives Perfect Score From U.S. Humane Society

Jackson Bakich
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February 21, 2024
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) announced that he has received a 100% rating from the U.S. Humane Society’s 2023 legislative scorecard. The Florida congressman serves as the co-chairman of the bipartisan Animal Protection Caucus. He was one of 13 Members on the right side of the aisle to receive a perfect score. “As a proud dog […]
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AG Commissioner Simpson Says Kratom Should be Regulated and 'Not Sold to Children'

AG Commissioner Simpson Says Kratom Should be Regulated and 'Not Sold to Children'

Jackson Bakich
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February 21, 2024
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson (R-FL) provided his thoughts concerning kratom, the herbal substance growing in popularity around the country. The substance is used over the counter to combat withdrawal symptoms. The drug is said to produce “opioid and stimulant-like effects” according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, however. It is more often […]
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Donalds Blasts Biden for Neglecting 'Number One Job' of Presidency

Donalds Blasts Biden for Neglecting 'Number One Job' of Presidency

Jackson Bakich
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February 21, 2024
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on Fox News’ “Varney & Co.” to discuss the southern border and President Joe Biden’s (D) approach to its security. Within the conversation, the notion of funding other countries and their military operations does not seem to entice Rep. Donalds and House leadership as they want to secure the border […]
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Landmark Affordable Housing Bill Faces Adversity in State Senate Due to Loophole

Landmark Affordable Housing Bill Faces Adversity in State Senate Due to Loophole

Jackson Bakich
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February 20, 2024
With her stint as the leader of the upper chamber in Florida’s state government dwindling in the sunset, State Senate President Kathleen Passidomo’s (R-FL) legacy affordable housing legislation could be in danger. SB 102 – the “Live Local Act” – Introduced by State Senator Alexis Calatayud (R-FL), allegedly has a glaring loophole that counties and […]
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Mast Agrees With Putin's Characterization of President Biden as 'Predictable'

Mast Agrees With Putin's Characterization of President Biden as 'Predictable'

Jackson Bakich
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February 20, 2024
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) appeared on Newsmax’s “Wake Up America” program on Sunday to discuss the foreign policy strategies of President Joe Biden (D) and his administration. The program hosts mentioned the developing story concerning Russia’s stated efforts to put a nuclear weapon in space. When asked about this possibility and the Biden administration’s ability […]
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Donalds Introduces Bill to Honor Famous Abolitionist

Donalds Introduces Bill to Honor Famous Abolitionist

Jackson Bakich
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February 19, 2024
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) introduced a bill in November to rename the House Press Gallery to the “Frederick Douglass Press Gallery.” During his as the Editor-In-Chief for the New National Era newspaper, Douglass – the famous abolitionist – was also a member of the Congressional House Press Gallery, according to Spectrum News. Rep. Donalds spoke […]
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Mast Demands Answers Regarding U.S. Army Corps Decision to Begin Discharges in FL Waterways

Mast Demands Answers Regarding U.S. Army Corps Decision to Begin Discharges in FL Waterways

Jackson Bakich
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February 18, 2024
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) sent out a press release on Friday demanding answers from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) after it announced it will begin discharges to the St. Lucie Estuary. The USACE Jacksonville District announced Friday that it would discharge 1,800 cubic feet per second from Lake Okeechobee to the St. Lucie […]
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House Republicans Say Decision in Trump's NY Civil Fraud Case 'Disgusting'

House Republicans Say Decision in Trump's NY Civil Fraud Case 'Disgusting'

Jackson Bakich
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February 17, 2024
Republican House representatives immediately responded to New York’s ruling against former President Donald Trump (R) in which he has been ordered to pay over $350 million in a civil fraud case. The right side of the aisle voiced their displeasure with the decision with some ferocity in defense of President Trump. Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) […]
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Buchanan Introduces Bill to Combat Domestic Violence, Animal Abuse

Buchanan Introduces Bill to Combat Domestic Violence, Animal Abuse

Jackson Bakich
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February 16, 2024
Representatives Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Dina Titus (D-NV) introduced a bipartisan, bicameral bill that calls on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to study the link between animal abusers and those who commit violence against humans. Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate by Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Gary Peters (D-MI). The legislation is known […]
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Mills Say's U.S. was Safer Under President Trump

Mills Say's U.S. was Safer Under President Trump

Jackson Bakich
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February 15, 2024
Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) sat down for an exclusive interview with The Floridian to discuss recent developments regarding global conflicts and foreign policy from an American perspective, and to assert that the U.S. was safer under President Donald Trump than with President Joe Biden. During the interview, Rep. Mills spoke on the United States’ current […]
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Three Florida U.S. Representatives Nearly Caused Another GOP Impeachment Embarrassment

Three Florida U.S. Representatives Nearly Caused Another GOP Impeachment Embarrassment

Jackson Bakich
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February 14, 2024
Three U.S. lawmakers from the state of Florida nearly caused another embarrassing loss for House Republicans as the lower chamber voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas by a tally of 214-213. The three representatives in question – Representatives Brian Mast (R-FL), Lois Frankel (D-FL), and Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) – were not present […]
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Mast Introduces Bill to Name VA Medical Center After Vietnam Veteran

Mast Introduces Bill to Name VA Medical Center After Vietnam Veteran

Jackson Bakich
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February 14, 2024
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) has introduced a bill to name the West Palm Beach VA (Veterans Affairs) medical center as the “Thomas H. Corey Health Care System of West Palm Beach.” According to Rep. Mast’s press release, Thomas H. Corey was a decorated Vietnam War Veteran and a veteran’s rights advocate for many years. The […]
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House Republicans Impeach Homeland Secretary Mayorkas in Narrow Vote

House Republicans Impeach Homeland Secretary Mayorkas in Narrow Vote

Jackson Bakich
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February 14, 2024
The House of Representatives voted to impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas on Tuesday night. The vote tally was 214-213. The same three Republicans who voted against the impeachment articles last week repeated their votes. This includes Representatives Ken Buck (R-CO), Tom McClintock (R-CA), and Mike Gallagher (R-WI). Democrats voted against the measure upon […]
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Bilirakis Introduces Legislation to Fight Congenital Heart Disease

Bilirakis Introduces Legislation to Fight Congenital Heart Disease

Jackson Bakich
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February 13, 2024
Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) has reached across the aisle to introduce the Congenital Heart Futures Reauthorization Act of 2024. The bill “reauthorizes funding for critical research and awareness efforts at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on the causes, prevention, and development of better treatments for patients suffering with Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).” […]
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Buchanan Calls Out Biden for Launching TikTok Account

Buchanan Calls Out Biden for Launching TikTok Account

Jackson Bakich
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February 13, 2024
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) chastised President Joe Biden (D) on social media for banning TikTok on government devices while also launching an account for his campaign. President Biden’s campaign established the TikTok account during the Super Bowl. Despite the FBI repeatedly warning that TikTok poses serious national security concerns, and President Biden even signing legislation […]
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Mast Accuses Biden Admin of Speaking From 'Both Sides' of the Mouth Once Again

Mast Accuses Biden Admin of Speaking From 'Both Sides' of the Mouth Once Again

Jackson Bakich
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February 12, 2024
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) appeared on Fox News’ “Mornings with Maria” to discuss the border crisis as well as President Joe Biden (D) and his administration’s handling of the issue. The Florida congressman stated that if President Biden were to put his job performance under the scrutiny of military standards, then he would be out […]
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Bilirakis Issues Rationale for Voting to Impeach Mayorkas

Bilirakis Issues Rationale for Voting to Impeach Mayorkas

Jackson Bakich
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February 8, 2024
Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) released a statement following the House’s failed attempt to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. An incredibly small minority of Republicans killed the vote as Democrats voted upon party lines against it. The initial vote was 215-215 until Representative Blake Moore (R-UT) changed his vote to no so the bill could […]
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Castor Calls On Speaker Johnson to Renegotiate Border Deal

Castor Calls On Speaker Johnson to Renegotiate Border Deal

Jackson Bakich
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February 8, 2024
Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL) released a statement following Congress’s inability to agree on the border security deal crafted in the U.S. Senate. According to CNN, the proposal would’ve allowed an influx of illegal immigrants into the country through the southern border but provided $20.23 billion for “operational needs and capabilities” and resources for the newly […]
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