Bondi Endures U.S. Attorney General Confirmation Hearing

Bondi Endures U.S. Attorney General Confirmation Hearing

Jackson Bakich
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January 16, 2025
Former Florida State Attorney General Pam Bondi (R) appeared in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee for her confirmation hearing to be the next U.S. Attorney General. Bondi was asked about the 2020 election, the potential pardoning of January 6th protestors, and whether she would be more loyal to the Constitution or President-elect Donald Trump […]
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Scott Introduces Bondi at Confirmation Hearing

Scott Introduces Bondi at Confirmation Hearing

Jackson Bakich
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January 15, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) appeared in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday not to ask or answer questions, but to introduce former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi (R) to those on the dais. Former AG Bondi served in the position during Sen. Scott's tenure as the Governor of Florida (2011-2019) and now awaits […]
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Americans for Prosperity-FL Launches $20M Campaign to Support Trump Tax Cuts

Americans for Prosperity-FL Launches $20M Campaign to Support Trump Tax Cuts

Jackson Bakich
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January 14, 2025
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has launched a $20 million nationwide campaign calling on the legislative branch to renew President-elect Donald Trump's (R) Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). AFP describes this bill as "a cornerstone of AFP and the Trump Administration’s shared economic agenda this year." The group also describes this campaign as the "largest effort […]
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'Bring It': Florida Democrat Pizzo Shrugs Off Potential GOP Rival in Governor's Race

'Bring It': Florida Democrat Pizzo Shrugs Off Potential GOP Rival in Governor's Race

Liv Caputo
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January 14, 2025
Florida Senate Democratic Leader Jason Pizzo, seen as a potential gubernatorial candidate in 2026, is unfazed by who Republicans may select as their nominee after Gov. Ron DeSantis' term ends. When asked whether former Rep. Matt Gaetz or current Rep. Byron Donalds—both of whom have toyed with the idea of running for governor—would be the […]
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Scott Introduces Bill to Tackle 'Swatting' Once Again

Scott Introduces Bill to Tackle 'Swatting' Once Again

Jackson Bakich
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January 14, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has introduced legislation alongside Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) known as the Preserving Safe Communities by Ending Swatting Act. This bill increases the criminal penalties for swatting by expanding the federal criminal hoax statute to specifically prohibit “swatting” hoaxes. "Swatting," as it is known, is the act of […]
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Andrew Pollack Slams 'Gun Grabber' David Hogg's DNC bid

Andrew Pollack Slams 'Gun Grabber' David Hogg's DNC bid

Daniel Molina
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January 14, 2025
Andrew Pollack has responded to “gun grabber” David Hogg’s political ambitions.
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Could DeSantis Replace Senator Rubio With Rep. Kat Cammack?

Could DeSantis Replace Senator Rubio With Rep. Kat Cammack?

Grayson Bakich
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January 14, 2025
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) discussed who would replace the outgoing Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) in a recent press conference, and for the first time signaled who his choice could be— Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL). When asked about possibly choosing Rep. Cory Mills, Gov. DeSantis made a strong case for Rep. Cammack, calling her "a fighter" […]
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DeSantis Confirms He Will Not Appoint Mills to Rubio's Senate Seat

DeSantis Confirms He Will Not Appoint Mills to Rubio's Senate Seat

Grayson Bakich
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January 13, 2025
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) confirmed in a recent Tallahassee press conference that he would not appoint Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) to fill departing Senator Marco Rubio's (R-FL) seat. He said that moving the Florida Congressman from the House of Representatives to the Senate "is just a big practical concern." Rep. Mills recently discussed his interest […]
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Up the Stakes: Scott, Cruz Bill Grants $100M for Info Leading to Maduro Arrest

Up the Stakes: Scott, Cruz Bill Grants $100M for Info Leading to Maduro Arrest

Jackson Bakich
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January 11, 2025
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) have reintroduced legislation upping the reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Venezuelan dictator, Nicolas Maduro. The current maximum reward is $15 million, but it would increase to $100 million with the bill's passage. The bill is known as the Securing […]
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Patronis: 'The Values of Northwest Florida do not Exist' in Other Parts of Florida

Patronis: 'The Values of Northwest Florida do not Exist' in Other Parts of Florida

Jackson Bakich
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January 10, 2025
Florida Chief Financial Officer and U.S. Congressional District 1 (Pensacola) hopeful Jimmy Patronis (R) answered questions during a recent public forum. During the event, CFO Patronis was asked about his knowledge of the area compared to his potential predecessor, former Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL). Patronis responded by saying that he's a "son of Northwest Florida." […]
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Stars and Syrup, Never: Canada's Conservative Leader Denounces Trump's Ambition

Stars and Syrup, Never: Canada's Conservative Leader Denounces Trump's Ambition

Jackson Bakich
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January 9, 2025
The leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, Pierre Poilievre, has released an official response to President-elect Donald Trump's (R) recent public desire to make America's neighbors to the north part of the Union. According to Polymarket, Poilievre currently has an 88% chance of becoming Canada's next prime minister. Poilievre, on social media, provided a […]
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Mast, Roy Reintroduce Bill to Protect Israel From 'International Lawfare'

Mast, Roy Reintroduce Bill to Protect Israel From 'International Lawfare'

Jackson Bakich
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January 9, 2025
Representatives Brian Mast (R-FL) and Chip Roy (R-TX) have introduced the Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act, a bill designed to "shield Israeli officials from the lawless and illegitimate attacks" of the International Criminal Court (ICC). The bill would impose sanctions on ICC officials who seek to go after U.S. citizens or allies, including Israel. It passed the House […]
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Stars and Syrup Forever?: Trump Gets Serious About Acquiring Canada

Stars and Syrup Forever?: Trump Gets Serious About Acquiring Canada

Jackson Bakich
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January 8, 2025
Reporters questioned President-elect Donald Trump (R) about his willingness to acquire Canada during his upcoming presidency. When asked if he would take it via military force, he said he could do so through "economic force." President-elect Trump was also asked about the opinion of Canadian conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, who said America's northern neighbor would […]
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Donalds Declares Republicans are 'Committed' to Carrying Out Trump's Agenda

Donalds Declares Republicans are 'Committed' to Carrying Out Trump's Agenda

Grayson Bakich
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January 8, 2025
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) addressed concerns of Republican infighting impeding President-elect Donald Trump's agenda in a recent appearance on Fox News's Bottom Line, saying, "We are committed to that. I think every member is ready to do that work." Host Dagen McDowell began the conversation by asking Rep. Donalds if he believed Trump would be able […]
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Scott Lays Out Legislative Priorities Entering 119th Congress

Scott Lays Out Legislative Priorities Entering 119th Congress

Jackson Bakich
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January 7, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has released his legislative priorities heading into the 119th Congress. He intends to reintroduce bills regarding the economy, American seniors, the SNAP program, foreign policy, human trafficking, and other major issues in the United States. Sen. Scott also wants to introduce Constitutional amendments regarding term limits and congressional pay raises. “I’m […]
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VP Harris, Congress Certify Trump's Election

VP Harris, Congress Certify Trump's Election

Jackson Bakich
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January 6, 2025
President-elect Donald Trump's (R) election victory has officially been certified during a Joint Session of Congress in the House of Representatives. The session was presided over by Vice President Kamala Harris (D), a rare moment in which a vice president has to certify their own election loss. President Trump won the race with 312 electoral […]
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Scott Sworn in for Second Term, Releases Statement

Scott Sworn in for Second Term, Releases Statement

Jackson Bakich
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January 6, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has released a statement after he was sworn into the United States Senate for the second time. He defeated former Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D-FL) by a double-digit margin. Scott's Statement In his statement, the Florida Senator recollected on his time as Florida governor and how that shaped his identity as a […]
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House Freedom Caucus Provides Speaker Johnson With List of Demands

House Freedom Caucus Provides Speaker Johnson With List of Demands

Jackson Bakich
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January 5, 2025
Members of the House Freedom Caucus (HFC) voted for newly re-elected Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) as Republicans head into the 119th Congress with a slim majority. While the House Freedom Caucus, including Representatives Chip Roy (R-TX), Andy Biggs (R-AZ), and Eli Crane (R-AZ), did in fact vote for Speaker Johnson, it appears they did so […]
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