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Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly is pushing back on the accusation that he's for taxing social security claimed in an ad released by a pro-Byron Donalds political committee. In addition, Jolly set the record straight on claims from the ad he wants to tax tips and overtime. "So let's lay it out there. I don't […]
Friends of Byron Donalds, a political action committee supporting Rep. Donalds' gubernatorial campaign released an ad criticizing Democratic opponent David Jolly for his stances on a slew of tax policies affecting everyday Americans. The 30-second ad was shared by Rep. Donalds on his 'X' page. "Wait tables to make ends meet, and David Jolly wants […]
President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. will impose higher import duties on Canada’s automobiles and steel amid the nation’s escalating trade war with its northern neighbor. “On January First, 2027, Tariffs on all Cars, Trucks, both large and small, Automotive Parts, and Steel, will be increased to 50%,” President Trump affirmed, arguing that “Canada […]
DeSantis Awards Nearly $8.8M in Infrastructure Upgrades, Community Projects to Northwest Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced 8.8 million in awards to twelve small and rural communities... READ MORE. Florida GOP: "The radical socialist Jolly-Nixon statewide ticket is far too extreme for Florida." Libertarian Party of Florida: "There is another candidate for Governor: Libertarian Party […]
Byron Donalds Shares Ad Slamming Jolly's 'Far-Left' Positions in Governor's Race Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) released a blistering ad... READ MORE. Senator Rick Scott: "The American dream runs on jobs. Congress needs [to] step up and give them the space they need to create them." Libertarian Party […]
In an effort to hold the Ortega-Murillo regime in Nicaragua accountable for its oppressive rule, Congressman Carlos A. Gimenez (R-Fla.) has called for Nicaragua to be removed from the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR). “The murderous dictatorship in Nicaragua will have to face the maximum consequences for its countless crimes against humanity,” Rep. […]
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly pushed back on assertions that's he's far left from Congressman and Republican challenger Byron Donalds (R-FL) while speaking on CUOMO with host Chris Cuomo on NewsNation this week. "He's hit me with $5 million in trans ads. He's making the ideological stuff. He's calling me a radical," Jolly said. "Chris, […]
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) is calling on Congress to “step up” and help Americans achieve the ‘American Dream,’ urging lawmakers to pass a series of bills to cut ‘red tape’ obstructing small businesses from flourishing. “The American dream runs on jobs,” Sen. Scott affirmed, demanding that Congress give entrepreneurs “the space they need to create […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) released a blistering ad attacking opponent David Jolly on his "far-left" Democratic policies. The ad starts off with an apparent Jolly saying he "approves this message" regarding his political stances, including Second Amendment rights. "Who cares about some of the finer points of the Second Amendment? We […]
President Donald Trump announced that he reached an agreement to help lower beef prices, an effort that reflects Americans’ needs amid rising costs and a rampant affordability crisis. “Today, I concluded a deal to substantially lower the price of ground beef for working American families,” President Trump wrote on Truth Social. In the post, President […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced 8.8 million in awards to twelve small and rural communities in Northwest Florida to support essential infrastructure improvements and community development projects while speaking at a press conference in Bonifay this week. The funding is part of the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Community Planning Technical Assistance […]
Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) recently took to social media to repost a video of Democratic challenger for Florida’s U.S. Senate seat, Florida House Rep. Angie Nixon (D-Fla.), in an interview where she addresses her views on drag shows. “This is Angie Nixon,” Sen. Moody wrote on X, quoting the Democratic Socialist’s revelation that she has […]
Trump Announces Top Congressional Liaison James Braid's Departure President Donald Trump announced the departure of his administration’s director of legislative affairs... READ MORE. Rep. Kat Cammack: "Two visions. Two futures. One clear choice. @ByronDonalds is the unapologetic leader who will fight every day to build on the progress under @RonDeSantis, lower costs, fix what’s broken, […]
DeSantis Sidesteps Campaigning for Donalds in Governor's Race Gov. Ron DeSantis stopped well short when asked if he'll hit the campaign trail with... READ MORE. Libertarian Party of Brevard County: "Earning a living shouldn’t require a government permission slip. Occupational licensing is gatekeeping, not protection. Free the entrepreneurs!" Gubernatorial Candidate David […]
Amid reports that the U.S. National Debt has surpassed $40 trillion and recent action by the Department of the Treasury to double bond buybacks, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke with reporters to address several issues, including the bond market, oil prices, and trade tariff refunds. Treasury Department's Plans To Double Bond Buybacks One of the […]
National Federation of Independent Businesses Executive Director Bill Herrle kept it simple when discussing the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act during an interview with The Floridian this week. If you buy a car, you own a car. What seems like a simple concept apparently is not. The REPAIR Act, sponsored […]
President Donald Trump announced the departure of his administration’s director of legislative affairs, James Braid, revealing that the Congressional liaison will leave his post in September 2026. “James has played a critical role in our many accomplishments with Congress, including THE ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL, beating the Democrats in two shutdown showdowns, passing the GENIUS […]
Congressman Greg Steube (R-Fla.) is doubling down in his fight against government mass surveillance, once again calling out the controversial use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered security cameras by local law enforcement. “A Sarasota police officer was just arrested and fired following an investigation into the alleged misuse of Flock and other law enforcement databases,” […]
