Mast Calls for American Energy to be Unleashed

Mast Calls for American Energy to be Unleashed

Jackson Bakich
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August 3, 2023
As gas prices have increased rather quickly in the last month and especially in the last week, Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) is calling for the Senate to pass the Lower Energy Costs Act, introduced by House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA). According to AAA, fuel costs have risen approximately 29 cents in the last month, […]
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Salazar Believes her Immigration Bill is Gaining Traction

Salazar Believes her Immigration Bill is Gaining Traction

Jackson Bakich
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August 3, 2023
In May, Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) introduced the bipartisan Dignity Act, and according to the congresswoman, the measure has gained significant traction in the House of Representatives. The immigration bill has four core principles per the Salazar press release. Stopping illegal immigration; 2) Providing a dignified solution for undocumented immigrants living in America; (3) […]
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Kathy Castor Introduces Legislation to Curb Stillbirths, 'Dark Money' in Politics

Kathy Castor Introduces Legislation to Curb Stillbirths, 'Dark Money' in Politics

Jackson Bakich
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August 3, 2023
Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL) has introduced legislation to combat the use of “dark money” by utility companies to fund “ghost candidates,” and influence news organizations. Known as the Ethics in Energy Act, the bill would “prohibit electric utilities from using ratepayer dollars to fund shady political activities in the wake of scandals.” According to Rep. […]
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Mills Addresses Pentagon's Confusing Decision Surrounding Gold Star Family

Mills Addresses Pentagon's Confusing Decision Surrounding Gold Star Family

Jackson Bakich
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August 1, 2023
Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) released a statement following the Pentagon’s head-scratching decision to make a Gold Star family pay over $60,000 to have their loved one’s remains transported back to the United States. Sergeant Nicole L. Gee, a member of the United States Marine Corps, died in the tragic Afghanistan withdrawal and was able to […]
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Gaetz Introduces Legislation to Abolish USAID

Gaetz Introduces Legislation to Abolish USAID

Jackson Bakich
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August 1, 2023
Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) has introduced a bill to abolish the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), citing their record of “pushing radical, leftist ideology abroad” instead of employing common diplomatic practices that foster proper relationships with foreign nations that are “consistent with American values.” According to the Heritage Foundation report, USAID used American […]
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Senate Passes NDAA, Scott's Three Amendments

Senate Passes NDAA, Scott's Three Amendments

Jackson Bakich
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August 1, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) was satisfied with the upper chamber’s passage of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization (FY 24 NDAA) Act. A plethora of Sen. Scott’s amendments were included in NDAA, including his measure that prohibits federal agencies from buying and operating Chinese-made drones, known as the American Security Drone Act of 2023. […]
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Rubio Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Mosquito Control

Rubio Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Mosquito Control

Jackson Bakich
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August 1, 2023
With the recent Malaria outbreak throughout the state of Florida in mind, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has reintroduced the Strengthening Mosquito Abatement for Safety and Health (SMASH) 2.0 Act which would “reauthorize critical public health tools” to ensure that local municipalities are supported in their mosquito control efforts. Floridians know mosquitoes can be a nuisance […]
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Rubio Disappointed his Bipartisan Amendment Against China Fails in Senate

Rubio Disappointed his Bipartisan Amendment Against China Fails in Senate

Jackson Bakich
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July 28, 2023
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) was disappointed in the Senate’s decision to block his amendment which would’ve withheld retirement funds of servicemembers and federal employees (The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board – FRTIB) that invest in companies that support the Chinese military (People’s Liberation Army). Despite garnering bipartisan support from Senators such as Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), […]
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Mills Blasts Democrats for Attempting to Blame Trump for Afghanistan Withdrawal

Mills Blasts Democrats for Attempting to Blame Trump for Afghanistan Withdrawal

Jackson Bakich
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July 28, 2023
Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) accused the Democratic Party of playing politics while attempting to blame the botched Afghanistan withdrawal on former President Donald Trump (R). The Florida Congressman called out the Democrats for not wanting to “rehash” the Afghanistan withdrawal. “I want to go back to a couple of things that’s been said throughout this […]
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Rubio Introduces Bill Prohibiting China's Usage of Genetic Material

Rubio Introduces Bill Prohibiting China's Usage of Genetic Material

Jackson Bakich
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July 27, 2023
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has introduced more legislation to counter the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and their “genocidal regime.” This time, the Florida legislator has brought forth the Stopping Genetic Monitoring by China Act, a bill dedicated to prohibiting China’s use of genetic material to abuse human rights. In order to do so, the United […]
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DeSantis Called an 'Unserious' Candidate for Considering RFK Jr. in his Administration

DeSantis Called an 'Unserious' Candidate for Considering RFK Jr. in his Administration

Jackson Bakich
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July 27, 2023
As Governor and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis (R-FL) undergoes a campaign reboot, he appeared on OutKick with Clay Travis to discuss what a DeSantis administration would look like. Surprisingly, Gov. DeSantis stated that he would consider Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (RFK, Jr) to lead either the Center for Disease Control and Prevention […]
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DeSantis Touts Florida's Tax Holiday Before Academic Year Begins

DeSantis Touts Florida's Tax Holiday Before Academic Year Begins

Jackson Bakich
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July 26, 2023
Governor and presidential nominee Ron DeSantis (R-FL) reminded Floridians about the “Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which began on Monday, July 24 until Sunday, August 6. This two-week event will allow families to purchase school supplies before the upcoming academic year at a discounted rate and will allow those families to save more than $160 million. […]
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Gimenez Introduces Bill to Block Products Made from Chinese Slave Labor

Gimenez Introduces Bill to Block Products Made from Chinese Slave Labor

Jackson Bakich
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July 25, 2023
In opposition to China’s unsettling treatment of Uyghur Muslims in the Xinjiang region, Representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) has teamed up with Representative Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) to introduce legislation in hopes of alleviating the suffering of those at the hands of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The bill, known as the Uyghur Forced Labor Disclosure Act, […]
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Scott Insists IMF Ensure Efficiency of American Taxpayer Dollars

Scott Insists IMF Ensure Efficiency of American Taxpayer Dollars

Jackson Bakich
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July 25, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) sent a letter to the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, insisting that the organization “protect U.S. taxpayer dollars” through fiscal reform that properly invests in the improvement of countries such as Argentina. Last year, the IMF produced a “poorly designed” $44 billion program that Sen. Scott […]
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Salazar Introduces Legislation to Combat Child Abuse Globally

Salazar Introduces Legislation to Combat Child Abuse Globally

Jackson Bakich
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July 25, 2023
In the spirit of bipartisanship, three members of Congress, including Representative and Western Hemisphere Subcommittee Chairwoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) introduced the Strengthening Efforts to End Violence Against Children (SEEVAC) Act. Representatives Jim McGovern (D-MA) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) joined the effort, co-sponsoring the bill. The bill looks to “update and strengthen existing U.S. government […]
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Mills Responds to Biden Administration's Crack Down on Household Appliances

Mills Responds to Biden Administration's Crack Down on Household Appliances

Jackson Bakich
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July 24, 2023
Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) made an appearance on Fox News and released a statement concerning President Joe Biden (D) and his administration’s plan to regulate water heaters and gas generators in hopes of reducing carbon emissions. The move to replace water heaters is a decision that Rep. Mills believes should be made by the consumer, […]
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Steube Calls Trump Indictments by Federal Government 'Election Interference 100%'

Steube Calls Trump Indictments by Federal Government 'Election Interference 100%'

Jackson Bakich
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July 23, 2023
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) appeared on Real America’s Voice to discuss President Joe Biden (D) and his administration’s Department of Justice that’s “weaponized the federal government” by going after former President Donald Trump (R). If it weren’t for his positive polling, Rep. Steube believes that President Trump would not have been targeted as much as […]
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Rubio Pens Letter to Bureau of Prisons Director Demanding Answers Regarding Lack of Data

Rubio Pens Letter to Bureau of Prisons Director Demanding Answers Regarding Lack of Data

Jackson Bakich
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July 23, 2023
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) is demanding answers regarding the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and their “consistent refusal” to provide data concerning recidivism programs, including inmate participation numbers. This goes against the U.S. Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) recommendation. More importantly, it is required by The First Step Act, passed in 2018. Because of this, Sen. […]
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