DeSantis Continues to Support Texas in Operation Lone Star

DeSantis Continues to Support Texas in Operation Lone Star

Jim McCool
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May 26, 2023
Once again, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has contributed to stopping the ongoing Border Crisis and has contributed resources to Texas in an effort to support Operation Lone Star. Operation Lone Star is the systematic effort by Texas Republicans to fight the ongoing influx of illegal immigration.  Not every Republican was on board however, as Republicans […]
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Ron DeSantis Responds to 'Sucking Up' to Trump Criticism (VIDEO)

Ron DeSantis Responds to 'Sucking Up' to Trump Criticism (VIDEO)

Jim McCool
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May 24, 2023
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has faced zealous criticism for challenging President Trump (R) for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, despite his use of Donald Trump's likeness and endorsement to become the 2018 Republican gubernatorial nominee, and eventually governor.  Now, DeSantis is responding to these criticisms that have now become ads. The ad makes mention of […]
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Rick Scott Issues His Own Florida Travel Advisory for 'Socialists' and 'Leftists'

Rick Scott Issues His Own Florida Travel Advisory for 'Socialists' and 'Leftists'

Jim McCool
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May 23, 2023
After the NAACP issued a travel advisory for racial minorities and members of the LGBTQ community, US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL)  issued a travel advisory of his own for Socialists and Communists, warning that the ideologies will be welcomed with hostility. The NAACP issued its statement this week as a response to recent policy decisions […]
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DeSantis Doubles Down on Pro-Life Stance

DeSantis Doubles Down on Pro-Life Stance

Jim McCool
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May 23, 2023
With a presidential campaign announcement just days away, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL)  joined The Jenna Ellis Show to discuss a number of issues, including abortion.  During the interview, the soon-to-be 2024 presidential candidate doubled down on his pro-life stance after signing the historic 6-week abortion ban in Florida. The Heart Beat Protection Act has been […]
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Concern Increases for China's 'Geostrategic Corruption' in Latin America

Concern Increases for China's 'Geostrategic Corruption' in Latin America

Jim McCool
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May 22, 2023
The United States has grown increasingly concerned about the growing presence of China and Russia in Latin America.  Now those increased concerns have fueled a new phenomenon called, "geostrategic corruption" to exert its influence on Latin America. Geostrategic corruption builds on traditional pervasive patterns of clientelism and patronage.  In South America that practice has been known […]
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Cory Mills Joins Effort to Impeach Joe Biden

Cory Mills Joins Effort to Impeach Joe Biden

Jim McCool
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May 18, 2023
The 118th Congress largely ran on countering the Biden Administration, but some members want impeachment.  Now, U.S. Rep. Cory Mills (R-FL) is joining U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) in filing Articles of Impeachment against President Biden (D). Representative Mills has a long history of criticizing the Biden Administration.  The freshman congressman has suggested launching […]
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Disney Moves to Dismiss DeSantis-Backed Lawsuit

Disney Moves to Dismiss DeSantis-Backed Lawsuit

Jim McCool
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May 17, 2023
The legal saga between Disney and the state of Florida continues, now over a year later.  However, a new Florida law signed by Governor DeSantis (R-FL) could potentially nullify the lawsuit brought against Disney. The Walt Disney Company began its feud with the state of Florida when the Republican legislature and subsequently the Governor, enacted […]
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Ron Book Inducted into Tulane Law School Hall of Fame

Ron Book Inducted into Tulane Law School Hall of Fame

Jim McCool
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May 16, 2023
Over the years, Ron Book has become an iconic political staple of Florida politics.  Recently the renowned attorney was acknowledged by Tulane University and has been inducted into their law school hall of fame. Also known for being the father of State Senator Lauren Book (D),  Book was honored for his legal career, most notably […]
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FIU Law Jumps into National Top 60 Law Schools

FIU Law Jumps into National Top 60 Law Schools

Jim McCool
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May 15, 2023
In a state with very competitive law schools, Florida International University has climbed the national law school rankings by 38 spots, making them a top 60 law school in the country. FIU has for a long time sat on the sidelines compared to other institutions such as University of Miami, University of Florida, and the […]
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New Poll: Over 85% of FL Republicans Support Trump in 2024 Primary

New Poll: Over 85% of FL Republicans Support Trump in 2024 Primary

Jim McCool
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May 15, 2023
After a wave of controversies, including a criminal indictment and a lost civil suit, former President Donald Trump (R) has seen a massive increase in support.  The most interesting poll data however, comes from Florida, where Governor Ron DeSantis, who is expected to challenge the President, is now trailing  President Trump by a large margin. […]
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Florida Republicans Change State Laws for a DeSantis Presidential Run

Florida Republicans Change State Laws for a DeSantis Presidential Run

Jim McCool
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May 12, 2023
As Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) positions himself to run for President against former President Donald Trump (R), criticisms on a national stage from Democrats have been nothing but amplified as Florida Republicans have supposedly altered state laws to compensate for Gov. DeSantis' potential presidential run. After President  Trump announced his comeback to the political scene […]
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Florida Sues DHS Over Mass Release of Illegal Immigrants

Florida Sues DHS Over Mass Release of Illegal Immigrants

Jim McCool
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May 12, 2023
The relationship between the federal government and the state of Florida has been tense since Governor DeSantis (R-FL) amplified efforts to battle illegal immigration.  Now Florida is suing the Department of Homeland Security over a new parole policy on immigration. In the lawsuit, the state of Florida asserts that DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Border […]
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Rick Scott Condemns Talib's Anti-Israel Event Inside Capitol

Rick Scott Condemns Talib's Anti-Israel Event Inside Capitol

Jim McCool
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May 11, 2023
Despite numerous attempts to block it, US Rep. Rashida Talib (R-MN) hosted an antisemitic, anti-Israel event on Capitol Hill with the blessing of Senate leadership.  US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has condemned Senate Majority Schumer for allowing the "Israel Catastrophe" event to take place. Rep. Talib hosted the event in Washington D.C. this week called, […]
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DeSantis Signs Bill to Ban Chinese Citizens from Buying Land in Florida

DeSantis Signs Bill to Ban Chinese Citizens from Buying Land in Florida

Jim McCool
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May 9, 2023
After a successful legislative session for the Florida GOP, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has signed a bill into law that will prohibit Chinese officials from buying land in Florida. While other bills like the six week abortion ban flooded headlines in mainstream media, the governor's ban on people with ties to the CCP from buying […]
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FIU Responds to False Active Shooting Incident

FIU Responds to False Active Shooting Incident

Jim McCool
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May 4, 2023
This week Florida International University reportedly dealed with a false active shooting report this week near their College of Nursing and Health Sciences on the Modesto Maidique Campus. FIU and local police responded immediately and thankfully no deaths occurred and the building was cleared safely.  Authorities now believe this was a, "swatting," incident where a […]
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Aetna Donates $25K to Assist Liberty City, FL

Aetna Donates $25K to Assist Liberty City, FL

Jim McCool
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May 3, 2023
After the City of  Liberty City posted some of the worst poverty rates in the state of Florida, Aetna, a CVS Health company donated $25K to support Belafonte TACOLCY Center’s Community Canvassing Project. In Liberty City the poverty rate is 42.9%, more than double the rate in Miami-Dade County (20.5%).  Belafonte TACOLCY's Community Canvassing Project […]
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DeSantis Signs Another Bill to Combat Antisemitism

DeSantis Signs Another Bill to Combat Antisemitism

Jim McCool
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April 29, 2023
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) made remarks in Jerusalem, Israel ahead of signing HB 269.  The legislation will provide law enforcement with more resources to punish perpetrators of antisemitic incidents. DeSantis has been an avid supporter of Israel since his initial campaign for governor in 2018.  Since then he has received the Zionist Hero Award and […]
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Disney Sues DeSantis Over Reedy Creek Bill

Disney Sues DeSantis Over Reedy Creek Bill

Jim McCool
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April 26, 2023
After a lengthy battle with the state of Florida dating back to a dispute on last year's Parental Rights in Education bill, Walt Disney Corporation is now suing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) over the loss its status as a special district. In 2022, the Disney Corporation voiced strong disapproval over the Parental Rights in […]
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