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Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) discussed the recent release of a 100-page report on the use of an autopen during the Joe Biden Presidency during a recent appearance on Fox News's Faulkner Focus, calling it "disgusting" and "scary." "This is a stunning report that every American should be deeply concerned about," Rep. Cammack argued. "Think about […]
Rep. Meg Weinberger (R-Palm Beach Gardens) is taking a bit of a victory lap after a billboard was recently spotted showing the lawmaker holding a "45-47 Pres. Donald J. Trump Blvd" sign off the highway. "Promises made, promises kept," the billboard reads. Known in Florida political circles as "MAGA Meg," Rep. Weinbeger co-sponsored a bill, […]
Representative Randy Fine (R-FL) has introduced a bill that would prohibit members of Congress from holding dual citizenship. Specifically, the Disqualifying Dual Loyalty Act requires House and Senate candidates to renounce any citizenship in another country before they can be elected to serve in Congress. "I think it's a fair argument to say you can […]
Texas Congressman Jake Ellzey (R) announced his endorsement of Florida’s 23rd Congressional District Candidate, George Moraitis (R), in a statement to the press. “I’m proud to endorse George Moraitis for Congress in Florida’s 23rd District," Ellzey announced. "What Washington desperately needs are leaders with a strong sense of duty, honor, and commitment. As a fellow […]
A Florida lawmaker is looking to force medical examiners in the state to explore the vaccination history of young adults, children, or infants who die suddenly for unknown reasons. The move comes in part after some cases of Myocarditis, a type of heart inflammation, began to emerge as a complication in young people after the […]
During an appearance with Jesse Watters on Fox News this week, Gov. Ron DeSantis all but anointed Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani as the face of the Democratic Party if he's elected as the next mayor of New York City. "This Mamdani is the Democrat party. The minute he gets elected, assuming that happens, and then […]
President Donald Trump’s (R) favorability among Hispanic adults has dropped significantly since the beginning of 2025, spelling potential trouble for Republicans ahead of the upcoming 2026 midterm election. According to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, just 25% of Hispanic adults now view President Trump favorably, which is down […]
Florida to Award Speech and Debate Scholarship in Honor of Charlie Kirk Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the winner of Florida's speech and debate challenge will receive a scholarship in honor of late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The debate state championship will be held at New College of Florida on April 5, 2026, in Sarasota. READ […]
Republican Party of Florida to Host Legislator Appreciation Reception Featuring Top GOP Guests The Republican Party of Florida announced this week that Senate President-Designate Jim Boyd and House Speaker-Designate Sam Garrison will host a legislator appreciation reception featuring several top GOP leaders at The Moon in Tallahassee on Nov. 19. READ MORE. Senator Rick Scott: […]
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) warned that the government shutdown could extend into Thanksgiving or even longer during a recent appearance on Fox News's Sunday Morning Futures. "I am hearing that we potentially might not be back until even around the Thanksgiving timeframe or after that," Rep. Luna informed over the weekend. She called it "unfortunate […]
60 Florida sheriffs have endorsed Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia in his bid for a full term as Florida's CFO in 2026, his campaign announced this week. “The state of Florida has benefited from conservative leadership that has backed the blue and passed some of the toughest anti-crime laws — undoubtedly making our state stronger,” […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the winner of Florida's speech and debate challenge will receive a scholarship in honor of late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The debate state championship will be held at New College of Florida on April 5, 2026, in Sarasota. Speaking at New College, Gov. DeSantis detailed that the following prizes would be […]
Representative Randy Fine (R-FL) received a letter from Qatar's Ambassador to the United States, Meshal Hamad Al Thani, after he appeared on independent journalist Laura Loomer's podcast denouncing the country's influence in the U.S. Loomer shared the letter on X, writing, "Qatar thinks they can silence our legitimate and accurate criticism of state sponsors of […]
The Republican Party of Florida announced this week that Senate President-Designate Jim Boyd and House Speaker-Designate Sam Garrison will host a legislator appreciation reception featuring several top GOP leaders at The Moon in Tallahassee on Nov. 19. The list of guests includes: Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier House Speaker Daniel "Danny" Perez (R-Miami) Republican National […]
Trump Cuts Off Trade Talks With Canada Over Anti-Tariff Ad President Donald Trump has reportedly ended trade talks with Canada this week after the Ontario government launched a $75 million ad criticizing the administration over its tariff policies. READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "The America First Gala is officially SOLD OUT! Honored to take […]
President Donald Trump has endorsed Representative Mike Haridopolos's (R-FL) 2026 reelection campaign. In a post to Truth Social, Trump praised Rep. Haridopolos as "an America First Patriot who is doing a fantastic job representing Florida's 8th Congressional District!" "A former Teacher, successful Businessman, and now, as U.S. Congressman, Mike has strongly served his Community with […]
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) appeared in a Fox News segment this week where he discussed his push to move generic drug production back to the U.S., as over 90% of U.S. pharmaceuticals originate from countries such as India and China. “Eighty percent of our generic drugs are manufactured in China. Now, number one, China […]
James Uthmeier Investigating CDL School After Harjinder Singh Failed Exam 10 Times Before Deadly Florida Turnpike Crash Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier indicated his office will be reaching out to a private commercial driver's license (CDL) school in Washington after it was revealed that Harjinder Singh, the Indian national accused of making an illegal U-turn […]
