The worst-kept secret in Florida is not that First Lady Casey DeSantis is considering a run for governor in 2026, but what about State Senator Blaise “Donuts” Ingoglia (R) being tapped as the next Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the state? For several months now, The Floridian has been told that Cannoli caucus member Senator […]
BUDAPEST— As economic tensions between the U.S. and the European Union (EU) persist as a result of President Donald Trump moving to levy a 50% tariff on the European Union, his senior advisor, Jason Miller, highlighted the threat to free speech the EU poses to the Western world and the need for overall trade and […]
Welcome Mr. DEI—U of Florida Confirms Santa Ono as President AThe University of Florida Board of Trustees unanimously approved Dr. Santa J. Ono as the next president of the University of Florida (UF), the school announced on Tuesday. ... READ MORE Debbie Wasserman Schultz: The Republican tax scam barely passed the House because only […]
Well, now, it seems down here in Miami-Dade, things have gotten as stirred up as a hornet's nest. You see, a good many folks are feeling mighty cross with Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. Word is, she didn't quite stand by her neighbors when she gave the go-ahead for a big ol' development out in the […]
Just when you thought the oath-taking drama in Palmetto Bay couldn't get any juicier, a torrent of new allegations is threatening to completely derail Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer's burgeoning political career. Beyond the initial claims of an illegal oath of office, whispers have turned into shouts, alleging a pattern of misconduct that could implicate not […]
In the days following the passing of longtime City of Miami Commissioner Manolo Reyes, political insiders were already coalescing around a presumed successor: Rafael “Ralph” Cabrera, the president-elect of the Latin Builders Association. Cabrera had reportedly bought a home in District 4 last summer, started raising campaign funds in the fall, and had been actively […]
Memorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Much Lower in Florida From 2024 As Floridians hit the road for the long Memorial Day weekend, they are going to find lower prices at the gas pump than from this time last year... READ MORE Brian Mast: May is Military Appreciation Month. I'm proud to fight daily for […]
The City of Miami is once again at the center of a controversy — this time over a proposed overhaul of its tree ordinance, the legislation that regulates how and when trees can be pruned or removed. While the proposal has been formally championed by Commissioner Miguel Gabela, records and public appearances suggest that the […]
DeSantis Kicks Fido, Signs 'Dangerous Dogs' Bill Into Law Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Wednesday that sets harsher penalties for dangerous dogs with tougher rules and penalties for their owners... READ MORE Secretary Marco Rubio: Met with Spain’s Foreign Minister @jmalbares to talk about defense spending, confronting illegal immigration, and advancing fair trade. Urged Spain to […]
MIAMI, FL — In the latest escalation of Miami’s political infighting, Commissioner Miguel Gabela is accusing Commissioner Joe Carollo’s office of launching a retaliatory campaign in response to Gabela’s recent revelations of financial misconduct tied to the Bayfront Park Management Trust. In a pointed statement released on Wednesday, Commissioner Gabela alleged that recent code enforcement […]
DeSantis Signs Bill Increasing Penalties for 'Swatting' into Florida Law Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Wednesday that will increase penalties on people who make false 911 calls, commonly referred to as "swatting... READ MORE DeSantis Calls State Rep. Alex Andrade a 'Jackass' Over the past couple of years, Rep. Alex Andrade has carried Gov. Ron […]
What was introduced as an innovative approach to enhance student safety is rapidly becoming a cautionary tale across Florida, marked by technical errors, leadership concerns, and municipalities reevaluating their commitments. On May 1st, it was disclosed that over 200 school zone speeding tickets issued to Palm Bay drivers were being voided due to a significant […]
Florida Senator Jay Collins Strongly Considering 2026 run for Governor Florida State Senator Jay Collins (R) is considering a run for governor in the 2026 gubernatorial contest, a move that would pit him against Trump-endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds for the Republican nomination, and quite possibly First Lady Casey DeSantis. READ MORE Byron Donalds: What did […]
Florida State Senator Jay Collins (R) is considering a run for governor in the 2026 gubernatorial contest, a move that would pit him against Trump-endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds for the Republican nomination, and quite possibly First Lady Casey DeSantis. Sen. Collins, who supports President Trump and is also a staunch ally of Governor Ron DeSantis, […]
MIAMI, FL — A day after an intense and revealing meeting of the Bayfront Park Management Trust, officials are moving aggressively to address allegations of serious financial misconduct tied to the tenure of former Chairman Joe Carollo. At the center of the storm: a growing body of evidence suggests that Carollo may have repeatedly violated […]
MIAMI, FL — As Jose Regalado campaigns for a seat on the City of Miami Commission, new questions are surfacing about the financial and political ties that bind him to his well-known family. Did Regalado really receive over $100,000 from a political committee tied to his father and sister? According to the Florida Department of Elections, […]
Donalds Joins President Trump in Awarding the First New 'Medal of Sacrifice' for Fallen Florida Cops
Rep Byron Donalds joined Brian Mast (R-FL)Â and President Donald Trump on Monday to award the new Presidential Medal of Sacrifice, recently created to honor first responders who have fallen in the line of duty The Florida Congressman was one of the co-creators of the Presidential Medal of Sacrifice, joined in the effort by State […]
Holy See, Holy Cow! Secretary of State Rubio Attends Pope's Inaugural Mass at The Vatican For years, his followers on "X" have read the multitude of scripture postings and Bible references, so this was a significant moment for the married father of four, who still attends Mass in Miami every Sunday morning. Vice President J.D. […]
