U.S. Veterans – The 'Unsung Heroes' of American Elections

U.S. Veterans – The 'Unsung Heroes' of American Elections

Joseph Quesada
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September 25, 2026
Ellen Gustafson, co-founder and executive director of We the Veterans and Military Families, recently took the time to highlight the “Unsung Heroes” of American Elections – U.S. Veterans. During the 10th annual Military Influencer Conference (MIC) in Tampa, Fla., Gustafson hosted a panel titled “The Unsung Heroes: How Veterans Show Up for American Elections,” where […]
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Supreme Court lets Trump administration use revamped federal voter eligibility database for now

Supreme Court lets Trump administration use revamped federal voter eligibility database for now

Associated Press
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September 25, 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — The Supreme Court on Friday lifted restrictions on a controversial federal voter database before November’s elections, granting President Donald Trump a temporary win in his aggressive campaign against noncitizen voting. The court's three liberal-leaning justices publicly dissented from the decision. The emergency order allows states, for now, to use the Department of Homeland Security program, called […]
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David Jolly Ties Byron Donalds to Trump Amid Falling Poll Numbers

David Jolly Ties Byron Donalds to Trump Amid Falling Poll Numbers

Michael Costeines
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September 25, 2026
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly slammed Republican challenger Byron Donalds (R-FL) for his apparent sway from President Donald Trump while recently speaking on The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell on MS Now. "It's clear Byron Donalds is running away from Donald Trump now," Jolly said. "Trump's numbers are at a historic low. He's highly unpopular in […]
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New Stetson University Poll Puts Republicans Ahead

New Stetson University Poll Puts Republicans Ahead

Alexa Ryan
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September 25, 2026
A poll published Thursday by Stetson University shows Republicans ahead in key Florida midterm elections, casting doubt on a potential blue wave that other polls suggested could occur this midterm season. A statewide survey, conducted the week of Sept. 14, from Stetson University’s Center for Public Opinion Research (CPOR) showed Republicans had significant leads in […]
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Bale Dalton Seemingly Supports Transgender Surgery for Minors

Bale Dalton Seemingly Supports Transgender Surgery for Minors

Grayson Bakich
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September 24, 2026
In a recent interview, former Navy Captain Bale Dalton, the Democratic challenger to Republican Ryan Elijah for Florida's 7th congressional district, has seemingly backed allowing minors to receive transgender surgeries. The Video During an appearance on WKMG 6 discussing the midterms, Dalton was asked if he supported "gender-affirming medical care for minors under the age […]
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Socialist Angie Nixon Attends NYC Fundraiser Co-Hosted By Fellow Democratic Socialists

Socialist Angie Nixon Attends NYC Fundraiser Co-Hosted By Fellow Democratic Socialists

Joseph Quesada
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September 24, 2026
Democratic Socialist and senatorial nominee Angie Nixon recently attended a meet-and-greet fundraiser in New York City to build support for flipping the Florida seat. Several groups and people, including members of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), the Working Families Party, and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), co-hosted and sponsored the event. Nixon, who […]
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White House Reportedly Set to Ban U.S. Diesel Exports For 90 Days

White House Reportedly Set to Ban U.S. Diesel Exports For 90 Days

Joseph Quesada
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September 23, 2026
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a plan to halt U.S. diesel exports for 90 days, according to five people familiar with the matter. The White House’s discussions to combat rising gasoline prices come amid all-time historic highs for fuel costs across the U.S. Record-Setting Gas Prices According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), the […]
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Decision Desk HQ Moves Florida Governor's Race from 'Leans R' to 'Toss Up'

Decision Desk HQ Moves Florida Governor's Race from 'Leans R' to 'Toss Up'

Michael Costeines
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September 23, 2026
The odds gubernatorial candidate David Jolly becomes the first elected Democratic governor of Florida in over three decades is appearing to gain serious momentum with two election forecasts shifting the race closer in the party's favor. According to Decision Desk HQ, Florida has moved from "Leans Republican" to "Toss Up," giving Jolly and Florida Democrats […]
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James Uthmeier Releases Ad Highlighting Record on Protecting Florida Families

James Uthmeier Releases Ad Highlighting Record on Protecting Florida Families

Michael Costeines
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September 23, 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier spotlighted his record arresting child predators, cracking down on human trafficking and drug cartels, rescuing missing children, and taking on big tech in a new campaign ad posted on social media this week. The 30-second ad backdrops Attorney General Uthmeier's role being a dad in protecting Florida families. "I'm Attorney […]
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Byron Donalds Removes Mentions of Trump On Campaign Website

Byron Donalds Removes Mentions of Trump On Campaign Website

Alexa Ryan
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September 22, 2026
Representative Byron Donalds's (R-19) campaign website for his gubernatorial run used to heavily feature mentions of President Donald Trump, but according to a recent report, it doesn't anymore. A post Rep. Donalds made on X Tuesday afternoon, however, tells a different story. "I am proud to have President Trump’s endorsement.  While everyone is focused on […]
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U.S. Army Investigated 'Toxic Leader' Leela Gray for Alleged Misconduct

U.S. Army Investigated 'Toxic Leader' Leela Gray for Alleged Misconduct

Javier Manjarres
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September 22, 2026
The Cooke Political Report rates the congressional race in Florida's 13th District between Air Force Veteran and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R) and former Army General Leela Gray (D) as "Likely Republican," but it could become a more competitive contest given the current state of the U.S. economy. While both Rep. Luna and Mrs. Gray […]
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Pia Dandiya Releases First General Election Ad in District 22 Race

Pia Dandiya Releases First General Election Ad in District 22 Race

Grayson Bakich
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September 22, 2026
Pia Dandiya, the Democratic challenger to Republican Casey Askar in Florida's 22nd Congressional District, has released her first advertisement in the general election as Election Day gets closer. The Ad In the 30-second ad, Dandiya begins by saying, "My parents taught me to leave the world better than I found it. So I became a […]
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Florida Professional Firefighters Endorse Alex Rizo for Open SD 39 Seat

Florida Professional Firefighters Endorse Alex Rizo for Open SD 39 Seat

Michael Costeines
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September 22, 2026
The Florida Professional Firefighters (FPF) announced its endorsement of Rep. Alex Rizo (R-Hialeah) for Florida's open Senate District 39 seat by praising his record of public service in protecting first responders. [Alex Rizo] will continue to serve the citizens of Florida, and the interests of the men and women employed in the Fire and Emergency […]
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Jay Collins Endorses Byron Donalds 'to Keep Florida Free'

Jay Collins Endorses Byron Donalds 'to Keep Florida Free'

Daniel Molina
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September 22, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins says that only one name will make sure “to keep Florida free,” and that name is Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL). The Lt. Governor, who previously ran against Rep. Donalds for the Republican nomination for governor, is now the latest political figure to endorse the gubernatorial hopeful. The endorsement comes after Governor […]
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Florida Voters Can Defend Lawsuit Abuse Reforms in November

Florida Voters Can Defend Lawsuit Abuse Reforms in November

Opinion
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September 21, 2026
Before 2023, Florida's property insurance market was in crisis. Insurers were folding, others were leaving the state, and policyholders were facing astronomical increases. While some pointed to the insurance companies themselves as the source of all of these issues, the reality was that Florida's lawsuit abuse culture was driving up rates and killing smaller insurers. […]
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Florida Democrats Kickstart 'Take Back Florida' Initiative Targeting Red Seats

Florida Democrats Kickstart 'Take Back Florida' Initiative Targeting Red Seats

Michael Costeines
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September 21, 2026
The Florida Democratic Party (FDP) announced fourteen candidates as part of its 2026 Take Back Florida Distinction program targeting competitive red-to-blue flip opportunities in the state through a press release this week. The candidates include the following: August Mangeney (House District 93) Bale Dalton (Congressional District 7) Eric Gray (House District 35) Gloria Romero Roses […]
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Trump decries Democrats as 'communists,' even as he looks to impress China's communist leader

Trump decries Democrats as 'communists,' even as he looks to impress China's communist leader

Associated Press
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September 21, 2026
WASHINGTON (AP) — Communism, President Donald Trump says, is the greatest threat the U.S. has ever faced. This summer, citing similarly grave concerns, he took the rare step of delivering a primetime address to the nation, accusing China of “sinister election meddling” in 2020 and reviving his yearslong push to dispute his loss in that year's election. Even as Trump […]
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Associated Industries of Florida Endorses Several House Candidates for 2026 Races

Associated Industries of Florida Endorses Several House Candidates for 2026 Races

Michael Costeines
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September 21, 2026
The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) announced an additional round of endorsements for several House candidates in the 2026 general election through a press release this week. “We’re proud to announce AIF’s 2026 General Election endorsements for Florida House candidates,” AIF President and CEO Brewster Bevis said in a statement. “These endorsements add to the […]
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