Is Coral Gables Commissioner Ariel Fernández Looking for Redemption—Or a Political Lifeline?

Is Coral Gables Commissioner Ariel Fernández Looking for Redemption—Or a Political Lifeline?

Javier Manjarres
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April 26, 2025
CORAL GABLES, FL – Just days after a resounding political defeat for the candidates aligned with Commissioner Ariel Fernández in the April 2025 elections, Fernández appears to be reversing course on several of the most controversial policies he once championed. On Thursday morning, the embattled commissioner circulated an email announcing a slew of agenda items […]
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Tax Cut Renewal Looms Large as Economic Club of Miami Hosts Congressman Gimenez

Tax Cut Renewal Looms Large as Economic Club of Miami Hosts Congressman Gimenez

Javier Manjarres
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April 25, 2025
Coconut Grove, FL - Tax policy took center stage last night as the Economic Club of Miami hosted a timely discussion, "From Tariffs to Tax Cuts: What's next for the U.S. Economy." The event featured insights from Congressman Carlos Gimenez, with his remarks moderated by Kyle Pomerleau, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute […]
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JUICE?—4.25.2025—Pizzo Quits, Florida Democrats Pick Berman to Lead Them— Uthmeier, Cammack, Donalds—Much More...

JUICE?—4.25.2025—Pizzo Quits, Florida Democrats Pick Berman to Lead Them— Uthmeier, Cammack, Donalds—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 25, 2025
Pizzo Quits, Florida Senate Democrats Elect Lori Berman as New Party Leader The Florida Senate Democratic Caucus announced on Thursday that Lori Berman (D-Boca Raton) will serve as its new Senate Democratic Leader following the resignation of Sen. Jason Pizzo (I-Sunny Isles). .... READ MORE   Senator Jason Pizzo -I won’t punch down. Wishing everyone well. […]
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Last Squeeze?—4.24.2025—BREAKING: Sen. Jason Pizzo Quits Democratic Party—Uthmeier, Bean, Cammack—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—4.24.2025—BREAKING: Sen. Jason Pizzo Quits Democratic Party—Uthmeier, Bean, Cammack—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 24, 2025
GUESS WHO KNEW FIRST?—'The Democratic Party is Dead': Senate Leader Jason Pizzo Quits Party, Becomes Independent In a shock announcement hinting at a gubernatorial run, Sen. Jason Pizzo revealed Thursday that he will leave his post as Democratic Leader and become an Independent. ...READ MORE   Ron DeSantis-Since First Lady @CaseyDeSantis and I launched the Hope Florida […]
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JUICE?—4.24.2025—Minimum Wage Bill Passes in FL Senate— Food Labeling Bill Passes—Trump, Bean, Wasserman Schultz—Much More...

JUICE?—4.24.2025—Minimum Wage Bill Passes in FL Senate— Food Labeling Bill Passes—Trump, Bean, Wasserman Schultz—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 24, 2025
Florida Senate Passes Bill Requiring Labels on Food Products Containing Vaccines, Ingredients in Cosmetics The Florida Senate has passed a bill that would protect consumers by requiring labels on food products containing vaccines and vaccine material and add labeling for specific ingredients in cosmetics.... READ MORE   Debbie Wasserman Schultz -Tonight we begin to observe #HolocaustRemembranceDay Yom HaShoah is […]
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JUICE?—4.23.2025—Hemp Restrictions Bill Passes in FL House, Court Reform Bill Passes Senate— DoD Picks Favorites—Much More...

JUICE?—4.23.2025—Hemp Restrictions Bill Passes in FL House, Court Reform Bill Passes Senate— DoD Picks Favorites—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 23, 2025
Court Reform Bill Moves to Senate Floor After House Passage A bipartisan family court reform bill designed to enhance procedures for court-appointed psychologists and strengthen fairness and accountability in family cases is heading to the Senate floor after recently passing in the Florida House of Representatives... READ MORE   Is There a Doctor in the House? More Future […]
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Department of Defense Could be Favoring Certain Private Sector Vendors

Department of Defense Could be Favoring Certain Private Sector Vendors

Javier Manjarres
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April 22, 2025
Documentation exclusively obtained by The Floridian suggests the Department of Defense (DOD) may be spending taxpayer dollars wastefully, or at the very least, could be preferring some private sector vendors over others. The findings come as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, under President Donald Trump’s leadership, spearheads efforts to reduce wasteful spending at the DOD. […]
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JUICE?—4.22.2025—Democrats Mocked for Defending Illegal Alien, Flying to El Salvador— Much More...

JUICE?—4.22.2025—Democrats Mocked for Defending Illegal Alien, Flying to El Salvador— Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 22, 2025
Donalds Rips Dem Senator Chris Van Hollen for El Salvador Trip, Calls Him a 'Fool' Florida Congressman Byron Donalds criticized Maryland Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen on Monday for his recent trip to El Salvador to visit with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national and alleged MS-13 gang member, who was sent out of the […]
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Rubio, Vance Express Condolences After Death of Pope Francis

Rubio, Vance Express Condolences After Death of Pope Francis

Javier Manjarres
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April 21, 2025
After spending weeks in critical condition with a life-threatening respiratory infection, controversial Pope Francis passed away in his apartment at 7:35 am after suffering a cerebral stroke and subsequent heart attack. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a devout Catholic, expressed his condolences and mentioned the “period of transition” which will bring on a “Conclave” […]
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JUICE?—4.21.2025—FSU Mass Shooting: Doors Didn't Lock— Gruters Get's Big Nod From President Trump—Much More...

JUICE?—4.21.2025—FSU Mass Shooting: Doors Didn't Lock— Gruters Get's Big Nod From President Trump—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 21, 2025
'The Doors Don't Lock': After FSU Shooting, Petition Demands Locks on Classroom Doors TALLAHASSEE—When a gunman opened fire outside of Florida State University's (FSU) busiest building, nearby students desperately used chairs and desks to barricade themselves inside classrooms with a near-fatal flaw: the doors have no locks. READ MORE   Shevrin “Shev” Jones-He is Risen! […]
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Hope Florida Foundation Board Takes Steps to Stabilize and Restructure Amid Scrutiny

Hope Florida Foundation Board Takes Steps to Stabilize and Restructure Amid Scrutiny

Javier Manjarres
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April 18, 2025
Tallahassee, FL — In a critical meeting Thursday afternoon, the Hope Florida Foundation Board took its first formal steps to address a series of compliance lapses and governance concerns that have drawn increasing scrutiny from lawmakers and the public. The board reconvened at 4 p.m. after an earlier attempt was derailed by what appeared to […]
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Last Squeeze?—4.17.2025—UPDATE: Mass Shooting at FSU—Firearm and Ammo Ban Passes House— Much More...

Last Squeeze?—4.17.2025—UPDATE: Mass Shooting at FSU—Firearm and Ammo Ban Passes House— Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 17, 2025
Report: Active Shooting At Florida State University An mass shooting was reported at Florida State University (FSU) just after 1 p.m. on Thursday afternoon....READ MORE   Ron DeSantis-Our prayers are with our FSU family and state law enforcement is actively responding.     MIA Concessions Deal: No-Bid Extensions Stir Transparency Concerns Amid Push for Modernization—By […]
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MIA Concessions Deal: No-Bid Extensions Stir Transparency Concerns Amid Push for Modernization

MIA Concessions Deal: No-Bid Extensions Stir Transparency Concerns Amid Push for Modernization

Javier Manjarres
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April 17, 2025
On April 1, 2025, the Miami-Dade County Commission approved a $332 million no-bid concession deal for Miami International Airport (MIA), granting existing vendors 12-year lease extensions in exchange for substantial renovations and investments. The agreement also includes a possible three-year renewal contingent on an additional $65 million in upgrades. The item passed unanimously. During the […]
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Rafael Cabrera's Alleged Homestead Exemption Fraud Raises Concerns Amid Miami District 4 Appointment Process

Rafael Cabrera's Alleged Homestead Exemption Fraud Raises Concerns Amid Miami District 4 Appointment Process

Javier Manjarres
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April 17, 2025
As the City of Miami prepares to fill the vacant District 4 Commission seat following the recent passing of Commissioner Manolo Reyes, questions have arisen regarding the eligibility of candidate Rafael "Ralph" Cabrera. Public records from the Miami-Dade Property Appraiser's Office reveal that Cabrera may have been found to have committed homestead exemption fraud, claiming […]
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JUICE?—4.17.2025—Speaker Perez Accuses Gov. DeSantis of 'Lying' About Spurning Wives of Killed, Wounded Officers— Deep Fake Sex Images Online—Much More...

JUICE?—4.17.2025—Speaker Perez Accuses Gov. DeSantis of 'Lying' About Spurning Wives of Killed, Wounded Officers— Deep Fake Sex Images Online—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 17, 2025
Perez Accuses DeSantis of 'Lying' About Spurning Wives of Killed, Wounded Officers While Florida House Speaker Danny Perez may have "thick skin" when it comes to the lower chamber's feud with Gov. Ron DeSantis, he says he won't allow the governor to "lie" about meetings between the wives of state troopers and House members. READ MORE   […]
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JUICE?—4.16.2025—HOPE FLORIDA SCANDAL: DeSantis Accused of Thinking He's Above the Law— Much More...

JUICE?—4.16.2025—HOPE FLORIDA SCANDAL: DeSantis Accused of Thinking He's Above the Law— Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 16, 2025
DeSantis Accused of Thinking He's 'Above the Law' During an appearance on OAN’s “The Matt Gaetz Show,” Florida State Rep. Alex Andrade (R) accused Governor Ron DeSantis of thinking “the rules don’t apply to him” and that “he thinks he is above the law" as the HOPE Florida scandal continues to unfold Rep. Andrade made […]
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JUICE?—4.15.2025—EXCLUSIVE: AG James Uthmeier Calls out Republican Lawmaker as Stooge for Big Weed— Much More...

JUICE?—4.15.2025—EXCLUSIVE: AG James Uthmeier Calls out Republican Lawmaker as Stooge for Big Weed— Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 15, 2025
EXCLUSIVE: Uthmeier Accuses Andrade of Being Stooge for Big Weed in Hope Florida Controversy TALLAHASSEE—Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is accusing a Republican lawmaker of hounding First Lady Casey DeSantis's charity on behalf of the state's largest medical marijuana company, Trulieve...READ MORE   Secretary Marco Rubio-Robert Vieira is headed home to reunite with his family after […]
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JUICE?—4.14.2025—Florida Legislature Accused of Drug Abuse— Gulf of America—Much More...

JUICE?—4.14.2025—Florida Legislature Accused of Drug Abuse— Gulf of America—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 14, 2025
Florida Legislature Accused of Alleged Drug Abuse: 'We Need to Drug-Test our Legislators' The Republican-led Florida Legislature is being accused of allegedly abusing drugs, as former State Rep. Joel Rudman (R) recently stated that the entire legislature needed to be drug tested. ...READ MORE   Debbie Wasserman Schultz-The DeSantis-GOP Machine reeks of corruption Gus Bilirakis-As […]
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