Belinda Keiser Attacks Carbonara and Askar as GOP Congressional Race Heats Up

Belinda Keiser Attacks Carbonara and Askar as GOP Congressional Race Heats Up

Javier Manjarres
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July 18, 2026
Republican congressional candidate Belinda Keiser, vice chancellor of Keiser University, has struck first at two of her contested primary race opponents, businessman Michael Carbonara and businessman and U.S. Marine veteran Casey Askar. In a recent campaign text message, Keiser's official campaign made a bold claim to draw first blood, taking a swipe at Carbonara and […]
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Lauren Book Addresses Rise in Antisemitism, Affordability in SD 30 Bid

Lauren Book Addresses Rise in Antisemitism, Affordability in SD 30 Bid

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
Former Florida Sen. Democratic Leader Lauren Book emphasized the importance of addressing the rise of antisemitism and other issues in her Senate District 30 campaign during a recent interview with The Floridian. SD 30 covers southern Palm Beach County and northern Broward County and includes a large Jewish population. "I think antisemitism is a word […]
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Show me the Money: Republican Congressional Candidates Pour $10 Million in District 22 Race

Show me the Money: Republican Congressional Candidates Pour $10 Million in District 22 Race

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
With Republican control of the U.S. Congress on thin ice, Republican congressional candidates Michael Carbonara, Belinda Keiser, and Casey Askar are throwing the kitchen sink to win their party nomination in Florida's District 22 race. According to the Federal Election Committee (FEC), Carbonara, an entrepreneur and business owner with a background in cryptocurrency, has raised $5,867,348.70 […]
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Trump Accuses China Of 'Election Meddling' and Claims Deep State Cover-Up

Trump Accuses China Of 'Election Meddling' and Claims Deep State Cover-Up

Joseph Quesada
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July 17, 2026
During a primetime televised address, President Donald Trump announced the release of declassified intelligence reports that allegedly reveal “shocking vulnerabilities” in the American election infrastructure. According to the president, the documents – now accessible on the White House website – indicate that the U.S.’s election system is “dangerously exposed” to “hacking, exploitation, and foreign intelligence.” […]
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Ryan Elijah Raises $302K For Congressional War Chest In 2 Months

Ryan Elijah Raises $302K For Congressional War Chest In 2 Months

Joseph Quesada
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July 16, 2026
Congressional candidate and former “Orlando Matters” anchor, Ryan Elijah, celebrated his campaign’s fundraising achievement of raising nearly $302,000, touting that his campaign has "raised more money by far than any Republican in the field,” in his bid for Florida’s 7th District (FL CD 7). “There’s a list of heavy hitters, and certainly, we are proud of some of […]
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'These Guys Are in Single Digits': Byron Donalds Points to Polling Lead for not Debating Opponents

'These Guys Are in Single Digits': Byron Donalds Points to Polling Lead for not Debating Opponents

Michael Costeines
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July 16, 2026
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) responded to his reluctancy to debate his Republican opponents ahead of the primary by referring to his large lead in the polls during an interview with Fox News Digital this week. "I've been consistent. These guys are in single digits. They stay in single digits. Poll came out […]
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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Blaise Ingoglia for CFO

Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Blaise Ingoglia for CFO

Michael Costeines
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July 15, 2026
The Florida Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia for a full term as CFO through a press statement this week. “The Florida Chamber of Commerce is ‘all in’ for Blaise Ingoglia to continue serving as Florida’s Chief Financial Officer,” Florida Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mark […]
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'Prominent' Human Rights Groups Endorse Lois Frankel For FL CD 23

'Prominent' Human Rights Groups Endorse Lois Frankel For FL CD 23

Joseph Quesada
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July 15, 2026
Several of the “most prominent” Human Rights Advocacy Organizations in both Palm Beach County and the U.S. have endorsed incumbent Congresswoman Lois Frankel (D-Fla.) in her re-election bid in Florida’s 23rd Congressional District (FL CD 23). Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the Palm Beach County Chapter of the National Organization for Women’s (PBC NOW) Women’s Issues […]
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David Jolly Denies Involvement with Businessman Accused in $100 Million Fraud Scheme

David Jolly Denies Involvement with Businessman Accused in $100 Million Fraud Scheme

Michael Costeines
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July 15, 2026
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly responded to attacks linking him to financial adviser and businessman Leo Govoni, a Clearwater man accused and charged with stealing $100 million out of a trust fund for individuals with severe disabilities, in a lengthy post on social media message this week. "These individuals and their families trusted Mr. Govoni […]
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New Attack Ad Labels Belinda Keiser as a Liberal Democrat, Democratic Donor

New Attack Ad Labels Belinda Keiser as a Liberal Democrat, Democratic Donor

Michael Costeines
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July 15, 2026
Republican congressional candidate and former Democrat Belinda Keiser is once again feeling the heat in her District 22 primary election race after a text message and new attack website was sent to voters, labeling her as a liberal Democrat who ran for office as a Democrat, and donated to progressive Democrats like Rep. Debbie Wasserman […]
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James Uthmeier Endorses Ryan Chamberlin for HD 24 Re-Election

James Uthmeier Endorses Ryan Chamberlin for HD 24 Re-Election

Michael Costeines
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July 14, 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced his endorsement of Rep. Ryan Chamberlin (R-Belleview) for re-election to House District 24 by praising his conservative leadership through a social media post this week. "Ryan Chamberlin is a proven conservative who puts Florida first. He is a strong advocate for public safety, small businesses, and the values that […]
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(POLL) Byron Donalds Bulldozing Republican Opponents in Governor's Race

(POLL) Byron Donalds Bulldozing Republican Opponents in Governor's Race

Michael Costeines
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July 13, 2026
A new poll by the Tyson Group has Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) lapping the field over his opponents in the Republican primary. The election is in 36 days. Results of the poll are below: Byron Donalds: 48% Jay Collins: 9% James Fishback: 8% Paul Renner 4% Someone Else: 4% Undecided: 26% […]
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Associated Industries of Florida Endorses Several Senate, House Candidates for 2026 Races

Associated Industries of Florida Endorses Several Senate, House Candidates for 2026 Races

Michael Costeines
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July 13, 2026
The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) announced its endorsements of several Senate and House candidates for the 2026 election cycle through a press release this week. “AIF is proud to endorse candidates who champion free enterprise, economic growth, and policies that strengthen Florida’s business climate while helping reduce costs for families,” AIF President and CEO […]
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Ken Griffin Backing Rubio Over Vance in 2028 is Really a Message to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis

Ken Griffin Backing Rubio Over Vance in 2028 is Really a Message to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis

Javier Manjarres
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July 13, 2026
When Republican billionaire donor Ken Griffin recently acknowledged that he would be open to back Secretary of State Marco Rubio if he ran of president in 2028 over Vice President JD Vance, the shot across the political was not made against VP Vance or President Donald Trump, but to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Griffin, who […]
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Sen. Lindsey Graham Dead at 71

Sen. Lindsey Graham Dead at 71

Javier Manjarres
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July 12, 2026
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) is dead at the age of 71. Sen. Graham's office announced on social media that the veteran lawmaker died of a "brief and sudden illness." “Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period,” the statement said. Sen. Graham's death is a […]
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Byron Donalds Lays Out Vision for Education in Florida

Byron Donalds Lays Out Vision for Education in Florida

Grayson Bakich
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July 10, 2026
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) laid out his vision for Florida's education policy should he win the 2026 gubernatorial election in November during a recent appearance on Fox News's Hannity. Elementary School Policy Rep. Donalds began by explaining, "We want to make sure that our young kids, by the time they reach third grade, are all reading […]
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Democratic School Teacher Running Against Meg Weinberger Has a Spelling Problem

Democratic School Teacher Running Against Meg Weinberger Has a Spelling Problem

Javier Manjarres
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July 10, 2026
Most School teachers or educators pride themselves on their spelling and grammatical bona fides because they can, but other so-called teachers, not so much. Enter Democratic congressional candidate Elizabeth Holmes, who according to her campaign website, has been an "English and Exceptional Student Education teacher in Palm Beach County public schools" for 15 years. Holmes' […]
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Brian Mast Endorses Dan Franzese In House Race

Brian Mast Endorses Dan Franzese In House Race

Joseph Quesada
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July 10, 2026
As the soon-to-be contentious Republican primary for Florida’s 25th Congressional District ramps up, businessman Dan Franzese has secured an endorsement from U.S. military veteran Congressman Brian Mast. “I’m endorsing Dan Franzese for Congress because he is the conservative fighter South Florida needs to stand with President Trump and put America First,” Rep. Mast affirmed. Franzese […]
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