Gaetz Threatens McCarthy: 'Total Compliance' or Removal

Gaetz Threatens McCarthy: 'Total Compliance' or Removal

Jackson Bakich
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September 13, 2023
Just moments after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) called for a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden (D), Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) rose on the House floor to threaten the Speaker’s position as the leader of House of Representatives. Rep. Gaetz described Speaker McCarthy’s move as “baby steps” towards progress. On this very floor […]
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Florida Leaders React to McCarthy's Formal Impeachment Inquiry into Joe Biden

Florida Leaders React to McCarthy's Formal Impeachment Inquiry into Joe Biden

Jackson Bakich
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September 12, 2023
After House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-FL) announced a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden (D), Florida legislators provided their immediate reaction. Some were serious, others – not so much. In the Speaker’s announcement, he stated that House Republicans have “uncovered serious and credible allegations.” I am directing our House committees to open a formal […]
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Donalds Believes Joe Biden is a Co-Conspirator in Violation of FARA

Donalds Believes Joe Biden is a Co-Conspirator in Violation of FARA

Jackson Bakich
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September 11, 2023
Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) believes that President Joe Biden (D) is a co-conspirator in violation of the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) alongside his son, Hunter Biden. If the President knew that Hunter was representing foreign nations without being registered to do so, Rep. Donalds, in an interview on Fox Business, stated that it is […]
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Frankel Releases Pro-Choice Statement After Arguments Heard in FL Supreme Court Abortion Case

Frankel Releases Pro-Choice Statement After Arguments Heard in FL Supreme Court Abortion Case

Jackson Bakich
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September 11, 2023
Representative Lois Frankel (D-FL) has released a statement following the arguments heard in the Florida Supreme Court regarding the constitutionality of Governor Ron DeSantis’ (R-FL) 15-week and six-week abortion ban. The case, Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida, et al. vs. the State of Florida, calls on the Florida Supreme Court to either uphold […]
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DeSantis Announces $1.6 Million for Small Businesses Recovering from Idalia

DeSantis Announces $1.6 Million for Small Businesses Recovering from Idalia

Jackson Bakich
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September 9, 2023
After Hurricane Idalia swept through Florida’s Big Bend region, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has announced more than $1.6 million for small businesses in the recovery process. The Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program – administered by FloridaCommerce – allows entities affected by the major storm to receive short-term, zero-interest loans if they’ve experienced “economic […]
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Mills Co-Sponsors CRA, Challenges Biden's Attempt to Forgive Student Loan Debt

Mills Co-Sponsors CRA, Challenges Biden's Attempt to Forgive Student Loan Debt

Jackson Bakich
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September 8, 2023
After President Joe Biden (D) introduced a plan to save his attempt to forgive massive amounts of student loan debt through an income-driven repayment system (IDR), Republicans have countered with a plan of their own. The Congressional Review Act would stop any plan for an IDR system in its tracks, by "nullifying the [Biden] administration's […]
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Rubio, Florida Lawmakers stand up for Florida's Fisheries

Rubio, Florida Lawmakers stand up for Florida's Fisheries

Jackson Bakich
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September 8, 2023
After Hurricane Idalia swept across Florida, it severely impacted the state’s fisheries. As a major contributor to the economy, the State of Florida requested that the U.S. Department of Commerce declare a “federal fishery resource disaster” to help fishery businesses after the major storm. Moreover, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and his colleagues sent a letter […]
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Castor Admits Prices are up, But Claims Victory over Big Pharma

Castor Admits Prices are up, But Claims Victory over Big Pharma

Jackson Bakich
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September 8, 2023
In a bit of a surprise from a Democratic lawmaker in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Kathy Castor (D-FL) relayed to Americans that the cost of living is indeed up. However, she would also state that President Joe Biden (D) and his party have “beat Big Pharma” and have lowered health care costs nationwide. […]
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DeSantis Promises 'A Reckoning' for those that Closed Schools During Pandemic

DeSantis Promises 'A Reckoning' for those that Closed Schools During Pandemic

Jackson Bakich
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September 8, 2023
As the fall and winter months draw nearer, there is rising speculation that COVID-19 (and its mandates) will be returning with it. After telling audience members of “The View” that Whoopi Goldberg had COVID, Co-host Joy Behar warned, “Yes, it’s back, it’s back.” However, in a statement on his personal X account, Governor Ron DeSantis […]
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Scott Demands Immediate Passage of Federal Disaster Responsibility Act

Scott Demands Immediate Passage of Federal Disaster Responsibility Act

Jackson Bakich
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September 6, 2023
After the devastation caused by the wildfires in Maui and Hurricane Idalia that hit Florida’s Big Bend, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and his Floridian colleagues are once again calling for the immediate passage of the Federal Disaster Responsibility Act, saying it should be quickly moved through the Legislative Branch “TODAY.” On Labor Day weekend, Sen. […]
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AmeriHealth Caritas Florida Goes Beyond Call of Duty, Provides Thousands of Children with School Supplies

AmeriHealth Caritas Florida Goes Beyond Call of Duty, Provides Thousands of Children with School Supplies

Jackson Bakich
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September 6, 2023
As the  2023-2024 school year is officially underway at all levels of academia, AmeriHealth Caritas Florida has gone beyond the call of duty and provided more than 4,000 school children with supplies as they venture into the learning sphere. As prices of school supplies can lighten parents’ wallets, AmeriHealth Caritas Florida has made an effort […]
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Rubio, Scott Call for investigation into Chinese Influence in American Public Schools

Rubio, Scott Call for investigation into Chinese Influence in American Public Schools

Jackson Bakich
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September 6, 2023
Republican Senators including Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Rick Scott (R-FL) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Education (ED) Secretary Miguel Cardona urging him to address growing concerns surrounding the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) influence in American public schools. After reports from Parents Defending Education showcased Chinese entities funneling millions of dollars into America’s K-12 […]
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Webster Joins Effort to Urge Congressional Leaders to Separate Ukraine Funding from FEMA Funding

Webster Joins Effort to Urge Congressional Leaders to Separate Ukraine Funding from FEMA Funding

Jackson Bakich
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September 5, 2023
Congressman Daniel Webster (R-FL) joined other Florida Republican representatives in requesting House and Senate leaders to support a “clean appropriations bill” regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) following Hurricane Idalia and the wildfires in Maui. In a letter to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), […]
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Florida Lawmakers React to Antisemitic Demonstrations in Orlando

Florida Lawmakers React to Antisemitic Demonstrations in Orlando

Jackson Bakich
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September 4, 2023
Florida legislators reacted to the antisemitic rallies in the greater Orlando area on Saturday after neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups demonstrated at Disney Springs and Altamonte Springs. Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle condemned the groups and their rhetoric. Florida stands with our Jewish community today and every day. Antisemitism, racism and hatred are […]
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Mast Urges Congress to Get Spending Under Control

Mast Urges Congress to Get Spending Under Control

Jackson Bakich
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September 1, 2023
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) is calling for congressional spending, as well as the national debt, to “get under control.” In doing so, the Florida congressman asserted that high inflation and a rise in gas prices are due to President Joe Biden (D) and his administration’s policies. In a blog post, Rep. Mast wrote, “It’s not […]
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Scott Tours Taylor, Citrus County Following Idalia, Advocates for his Federal Disaster Responsibility Act

Scott Tours Taylor, Citrus County Following Idalia, Advocates for his Federal Disaster Responsibility Act

Jackson Bakich
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September 1, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) toured Taylor and Citrus County, Florida to witness the aftermath and the impacts of Hurricane Idalia on the area. According to Sen. Scott’s press release, the former governor will travel the Sunshine State to visit the impacted areas as well as speak with local leaders to “ensure Florida’s families and communities […]
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Florida Legislators Support DeSantis' Major Declaration Request after Idalia

Florida Legislators Support DeSantis' Major Declaration Request after Idalia

Jackson Bakich
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August 31, 2023
After Hurricane Idalia swept across the Sunshine State and hit ferociously areas such as the Big Bend, Florida legislators from the U.S. Congress are supporting Governor Ron DeSantis' (R-FL) request for the Biden administration to approve his Major Disaster Declaration. Sent a letter with @SenRickScott and members of the Florida delegation to President Biden in […]
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Gaetz Questions NPR/CPB for Playing Hate-Filled Louis Farrakhan Speeches

Gaetz Questions NPR/CPB for Playing Hate-Filled Louis Farrakhan Speeches

Jackson Bakich
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August 31, 2023
Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) has sent a letter to National Public Radio (NPR) President and CEO John Lansing, as well as Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) President and CEO Patricia de Stacy Harrison, questioning the public funds used to display speeches from Nation of Islam (NOI) leader, Louis Farrakhan. Farrakhan’s speeches infamously include viewpoints that […]
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