Trump World Endorses Gruters for Florida CFO As DeSantis Stays Quiet

Trump World Endorses Gruters for Florida CFO As DeSantis Stays Quiet

Liv Caputo
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November 27, 2024
Trump World wants Gov. Ron DeSantis to appoint state Sen. Joe Gruters, one of the few Florida Republicans who has clashed with and even called out the Governor, to the soon-to-be vacant Chief Financial Officer position. But DeSantis has stayed quiet, even as speculation swirls that he may appoint one of his allies, like state […]
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Randy Fine Sends in State Senate Resignation Letter to Run for Congress

Randy Fine Sends in State Senate Resignation Letter to Run for Congress

Liv Caputo
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November 26, 2024
Newly elected state Sen. Randy Fine will only be a Senator until Mar. 31, he revealed in his Tuesday resignation letter, because he will run for a congressional seat vacated by President-elect Donald Trump's future national security adviser. Fine, 50, submitted his resignation letter Tuesday morning announcing that Mar. 31 will be his last day […]
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Last Squeeze?—11.26.2024—Fine Officially Running for Congress—Florida's Legislative Musical Chairs—Trump and Tariffs—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—11.26.2024—Fine Officially Running for Congress—Florida's Legislative Musical Chairs—Trump and Tariffs—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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November 26, 2024
Randy Fine Announces Run for Congress to Replace Rep. Michael Waltz Three days after President-elect Donald Trump urged and endorsed State Senator Randy Fine to run for Florida's 6th Congressional seat, Senator Fine went on the Fox & Friends morning show and...READ MORE     FL Sen. Randy Fine: "I am proud and thankful to be endorsed […]
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Legislative Musical Chairs: All Florida Vacancies Caused by Trump's Cabinet Picks

Legislative Musical Chairs: All Florida Vacancies Caused by Trump's Cabinet Picks

Liv Caputo
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November 26, 2024
Florida Lawmakers weeks after the general election are scrambling to fill government positions vacated by President-elect Donald Trump's Sunshine State-based cabinet picks. So which positions are empty, and who wants to fill them? U.S. Senate: Marco Rubio One of Trump's first cabinet picks was Sen. Marco Rubio for his Secretary of State. This will leave […]
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Last Squeeze?—11.25.2024—Trump Endorses CFO Patronis For Congressional Run—Special Elections Set for Gaetz, Waltz Seats—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—11.25.2024—Trump Endorses CFO Patronis For Congressional Run—Special Elections Set for Gaetz, Waltz Seats—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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November 25, 2024
Trump Endorses Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis for Vacant Gaetz Seat Last week it was "RUN, RANDY, RUN!", today it's "RUN, JIMMY, RUN!" On the last day for a candidate to resign to run for office, President-elect Donald Trump on Monday endorsed Florida Chief Financial...READ MORE     Rep. Matt Gaetz: "While the momentum was strong, […]
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Trump Endorses Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis for Vacant Gaetz Seat

Trump Endorses Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis for Vacant Gaetz Seat

Liv Caputo
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November 25, 2024
Last week it was "RUN, RANDY, RUN!", today it's "RUN, JIMMY, RUN!" On the last day for a candidate to resign to run for office, President-elect Donald Trump on Monday endorsed Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis for Rep. Matt Gaetz's vacant congressional seat. This is the second Florida-based endorsement Trump has made. Last week, […]
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With Florida Opposing Fluoridated Water, Why is There a Fluoride Controversy?

With Florida Opposing Fluoridated Water, Why is There a Fluoride Controversy?

Liv Caputo
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November 25, 2024
With Florida signaling its desire to fall in line with future health and human services secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s opposition to fluoridated water, why is there a controversy? About 77% of the United States adds fluoride to its water—though its regulation falls to local governments—and over 70% of Florida residents receive fluoridated water to […]
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When Will Florida Have Special Elections for Empty Gaetz, Waltz Seats?

When Will Florida Have Special Elections for Empty Gaetz, Waltz Seats?

Liv Caputo
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November 25, 2024
Special election dates for both of Florida's vacant congressional seats have been set for the two Republican Congressmen tapped for Trump's new administration—though one withdrew in the wake of salaciously detrimental allegations. The now-vacant seats of former Rep. Matt Gaetz of Northwest Florida and Rep. Mike Waltz of Northeast Florida will be filled by April, […]
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Last Squeeze?—11.21.2024—Gaetz Withdraws From Attorney General Consideration—Pizzo Takes on Lackluster National Dems—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—11.21.2024—Gaetz Withdraws From Attorney General Consideration—Pizzo Takes on Lackluster National Dems—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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November 21, 2024
Gaetz Withdraws From Attorney General Consideration Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from being considered Attorney General of the Trump Administration. The Florida Republican announced on social media, inciting questions...READ MORE     Rep. Matt Gaetz: "While the momentum was strong, it is clear that my confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction to the critical work of […]
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After Brushes With DeSantis, Trump-Allied State Senator Wants to Hold Government Accountable

After Brushes With DeSantis, Trump-Allied State Senator Wants to Hold Government Accountable

Liv Caputo
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November 21, 2024
A strong Trump ally battle-worn from brushes with Gov. Ron DeSantis, Florida Senator Randy Fine plans to leave "no stone unturned" in holding all state government accountable—including the Governor's office—in his new role as a committee chair. Fine, a former state Representative who won a landslide victory in Brevard's Senate District 19, will use his […]
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'I Wasn't Convinced': Pizzo Talks Lackluster Dems, Vows to Move Party Away from Left Fringe

'I Wasn't Convinced': Pizzo Talks Lackluster Dems, Vows to Move Party Away from Left Fringe

Liv Caputo
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November 21, 2024
TALLAHASSEE—Hinting at his plan to steer Florida Democrats away from detrimentally ultra-progressive platforms, Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo revealed Tuesday that he "wasn't convinced" by Vice President Kamala Harris and the national party ahead of the election. He's not alone, as evidenced by the Republicans' victorious thrashing on Nov. 5. Sen. Pizzo, in an exclusive […]
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Last Squeeze?—11.20.2024—After DeSantis' 'PSAs', Dems Move to Ban Taxpayer-Funded Political Ads—Scott Accuses Biden of 'Burrowing' Appointees—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—11.20.2024—After DeSantis' 'PSAs', Dems Move to Ban Taxpayer-Funded Political Ads—Scott Accuses Biden of 'Burrowing' Appointees—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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November 20, 2024
Florida Dems Move to Ban Taxpayer-Funded Political Ads After Gov's Pricey Alleged 'PSAs' Florida Senate Democrats plan to file a bill this session banning the use of taxpayer money for political advertising, prompted by Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration using millions of Florida dollars...READ MORE     FL Sen. Randy Fine: "We buried Mom yesterday surrounded by her […]
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Florida Dems Move to Ban Taxpayer-Funded Political Ads After Gov's Pricey Alleged 'PSAs'

Florida Dems Move to Ban Taxpayer-Funded Political Ads After Gov's Pricey Alleged 'PSAs'

Liv Caputo
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November 20, 2024
TALLAHASSEE—Florida Senate Democrats plan to file a bill this session banning the use of taxpayer money for political advertising, prompted by Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration using millions of Florida dollars to fund ads against abortion and marijuana initiatives. Though Sen. Tina Polsky (D-Boca Raton) doesn't know which member will file the legislation, she feels her […]
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Against DeSantis' Wishes, Florida Leaders Say No to Special Session for Condo Laws

Against DeSantis' Wishes, Florida Leaders Say No to Special Session for Condo Laws

Liv Caputo
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November 20, 2024
Despite Gov. Ron DeSantis' promise that Florida's pricey new condo laws would be addressed by the end of the year, legislative leaders announced Tuesday that they won't tackle the issue until the regular session in March. This means there won't be a condo-focused special session like Gov. DeSantis asked for. "I have heard the call […]
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Vacant Gaetz Seat to Have a Republican Primary With State Rep, Green Beret, and...CFO?

Vacant Gaetz Seat to Have a Republican Primary With State Rep, Green Beret, and...CFO?

Liv Caputo
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November 19, 2024
The primary race for Florida's first congressional district is on after Republican state Rep. Michelle Salzman announced her bid for the Matt Gaetz-ceded seat on Tuesday, challenging the only other candidate in the race: a former Green Beret who left the military over Covid vaccine requirements. Rep. Salzman, a 2024 Trump delegate at the Republican […]
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DeSantis Blames Absent Republicans for Biden-Picked Judge's Confirmation

DeSantis Blames Absent Republicans for Biden-Picked Judge's Confirmation

Liv Caputo
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November 19, 2024
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday claimed that Floridians would "suffer the consequences" after five Republican Senators missed a vote confirming the Biden-picked Judge Embry Kidd to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. DeSantis called Kidd a "leftist judge" whose appointment by a 49-45 vote only happened because Republicans, including Vice President-elect JD Vance and […]
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Last Squeeze?—11.18.2024—Randy Fine May Run for Congress—DeSantis Won't Appoint Senator Until January—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—11.18.2024—Randy Fine May Run for Congress—DeSantis Won't Appoint Senator Until January—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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November 18, 2024
'Hebrew Hammer' Randy Fine Could Soon Take on 'Squad' in U.S. Congress With Rep. Michael Waltz (R) leaving the U.S. Congress to become President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor, Gov. Ron DeSantis is tasked with setting up a special election to replace Rep. Waltz...READ MORE   Gov. Ron DeSantis: "Senator Marco Rubio is expected to resign from the Senate […]
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Fmr. Green Beret Jay Collins Emerges as Possible Candidate to Replace Rubio

Fmr. Green Beret Jay Collins Emerges as Possible Candidate to Replace Rubio

Liv Caputo
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November 18, 2024
In the same vein as his “Never Back Down” presidential run, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday held out and delayed answering MAGA World’s mounting calls for Lara Trump to be appointed U.S. Senator in Marco Rubio’s absence. Via social media, Gov. DeSantis announced that he would wait until January to reveal Florida's next Senator after […]
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