Florida Council CEO Michael Simas Outlines Positive Outlook for Business in Sunshine State

Florida Council CEO Michael Simas Outlines Positive Outlook for Business in Sunshine State

Michael Costeines
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October 7, 2025
Michael Simas, President & CEO of the Florida Council of 100, discussed the positive state of business and tech sector across Florida in a recent interview with The Floridian. The non-profit organization of chief executives is the lead engine in furthering economic growth and improving the quality of life for Floridians across the state. Under […]
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Florida Lawmakers Mark 2nd Anniversary of October 7th Attack

Florida Lawmakers Mark 2nd Anniversary of October 7th Attack

Grayson Bakich
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October 7, 2025
Florida lawmakers commemorated the second anniversary of the horrific attack perpetrated by Hamas that left 1,200 Israelis dead on October 7th, 2023. Rep. Bean released a statement, commenting that "two years ago today, Hamas exposed its evil in a savage, unprovoked assault on Israel. These brutalists murdered more than 1,200 innocent men, women, and children, […]
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POLL: White House Shares Survey Showing Most Americans Want End to Democrat Government Shutdown

POLL: White House Shares Survey Showing Most Americans Want End to Democrat Government Shutdown

Javier Manjarres
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October 7, 2025
The White House is promoting the latest Harris CAPS/Harris Poll, which shows that the majority of Americans surveyed want Democrats to end their government shutdown. The poll of 2,413 registered voters was conducted Oct 1-2, 2025. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt pushed out the poll on social media that called for Congressional Democrats to […]
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‘Arctic Frost’ Heats up Government Surveillance Concerns

‘Arctic Frost’ Heats up Government Surveillance Concerns

Daniel Molina
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October 7, 2025
Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley (R) dropped a bombshell document this week, showing that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) analyzed Republican lawmakers’ phone records during their January 6th probe. As part of the FBI’s “Arctic Frost” investigation, the FBI was “tolling data” of Republican lawmakers. The investigation would later develop into Special Counsel […]
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Lawmakers, Public Outraged Over Florida Manta Ray Capture

Lawmakers, Public Outraged Over Florida Manta Ray Capture

Megan O'Neill
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October 7, 2025
Florida lawmakers stood up to express outrage after a manta ray was captured in Panama Beach. A video showed the animal being taken from the water, and the manta ray was confirmed later to have passed away in captivity after being euthanized. Manta rays are listed as threatened under the U.S. Endangered Species Act and […]
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Uthmeier Accuses Monique Worrell (Again) for Being Soft on Crime

Uthmeier Accuses Monique Worrell (Again) for Being Soft on Crime

Michael Costeines
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October 7, 2025
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is once again slamming Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell of the Ninth Judicial Circuit for her soft-on-crime policies after a man allegedly opened fire at his ex-girlfriend in an attempt to murder her. According to Uthmeier, Worrell softened the charge of Alain Barrett from first-degree attempted murder to a second-degree […]
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Salazar Praises Trump Administration Destruction of Venezuelan Drug Ships, Defends TPS

Salazar Praises Trump Administration Destruction of Venezuelan Drug Ships, Defends TPS

Adrian Morgade
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October 7, 2025
Florida Congresswoman María Elvira-Salazar (R) praised President Donald Trump and his administration for the destruction of Venezuelan drug trafficking boats, while defending “Temporary Protected Status” (TPS) for Venezuelan nationals in the U.S. “I applaud the Trump administration for destroying Maduro’s narco-trafficking boats on their way to poison our streets. Maduro is not Venezuela’s legitimate head […]
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JUICE🍊— 10.7.2025 — Simpson Announces $25M in Grant Opportunities for State Water Resource Projects — Simpson Affirms Florida's Commitment to MAHA — and More...

JUICE🍊— 10.7.2025 — Simpson Announces $25M in Grant Opportunities for State Water Resource Projects — Simpson Affirms Florida's Commitment to MAHA — and More...

Daniel Molina
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October 7, 2025
Simpson Announces $25M in Grant Opportunities for State Water Resource Projects Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that the state is accepting applicants for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Agricultural Regional Projects Program Services (FDACS) program this week. READ MORE. Rep. Cory Mills: "Workers without pay: From air traffickers controllers and […]
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Wasserman Schultz Says ‘Democrats are Ready to Work’ to Open Government

Wasserman Schultz Says ‘Democrats are Ready to Work’ to Open Government

Adrian Morgade
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October 6, 2025
Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) slammed the Republican Party this week, claiming their “refusal to negotiate” is what is keeping the government from reopening.  “You have to work today to pay your bills, yet House Republicans took another week of vacation," Schultz expressed on social media. "Republicans refuse to negotiate a deal to open […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 10.6.2025 — Wasserman Schultz Defends Democrat Healthcare Plans — Log Cabin Republicans Endorse Emilio Gonzalez — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 10.6.2025 — Wasserman Schultz Defends Democrat Healthcare Plans — Log Cabin Republicans Endorse Emilio Gonzalez — and More...

Daniel Molina
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October 6, 2025
Wasserman Schultz Defends Democrat Healthcare Plans, Fine Rebuttals Florida Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz released a statement defending the Democratic Party’s future U.S. healthcare plans, while claiming the Republican Party is “lying.” READ MORE. Attorney General James Uthmeier: "Today, we are filing a brief in the US Supreme Court in support of January Littlejohn and […]
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Simpson Announces $25M in Grant Opportunities for State Water Resource Projects

Simpson Announces $25M in Grant Opportunities for State Water Resource Projects

Michael Costeines
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October 6, 2025
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that the state is accepting applicants for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Agricultural Regional Projects Program Services (FDACS) program this week. The initiative allocates $25 million in grant funding to support "regional, collaborative agricultural water resource solutions" to enhance water quality and quantity across the […]
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Simpson Praises Trump on MAHA Agenda, Signals Florida's Commitment

Simpson Praises Trump on MAHA Agenda, Signals Florida's Commitment

Michael Costeines
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October 6, 2025
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson praised the efforts of the Trump administration this week for promoting healthy nutritional options for children while also warning of health concerns associated with the consumption of ultra-processed foods as part of its Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda. Signaling his support, Simpson also vowed to commit to the policies […]
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Mike Haridopolos Slams Democrats' 'Frustrating' Stubbornness on Government Shutdown

Mike Haridopolos Slams Democrats' 'Frustrating' Stubbornness on Government Shutdown

Grayson Bakich
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October 6, 2025
Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) accused Democrats of stubbornness on the government shutdown, adding that it's been a "frustrating" experience to seek cooperation. Sharing a segment of a recent interview with Fox News, Rep. Haridopolos affirmed that "House Republicans voted to keep the government open with the exact plan Democrats demanded: A short-term CR with no […]
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FWC Program Pays Landowners to Help Protect Florida Panther Habitat

FWC Program Pays Landowners to Help Protect Florida Panther Habitat

Megan O'Neill
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October 6, 2025
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)  is incentivizing landowners to protect critical habitats. In mid-September 2025, it announced the results of its Florida Panther Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) Pilot Program, a three year program funded via the America’s Ecosystem Restoration Initiative. The spotlight is on the Florida Wildlife Corridor. This area spans […]
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Jacksonville Councilmember Terrance Freeman Announces Run for House District 12

Jacksonville Councilmember Terrance Freeman Announces Run for House District 12

Michael Costeines
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October 6, 2025
Jacksonville City Councilmember Terrance Freeman is stepping up to the plate for a Republican run at the Florida House of Representatives in District 12, he announced on social media. "As a lifelong conservative, I know what’s at stake for Florida families. President Trump and Governor DeSantis need strong conservative allies fighting for us, and I […]
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Log Cabin Republicans of Miami Back Emilio Gonzalez for Mayor

Log Cabin Republicans of Miami Back Emilio Gonzalez for Mayor

Michael Costeines
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October 6, 2025
The Log Cabin Republicans of Miami have endorsed Emilio T. Gonzalez in his run for Miami mayor, his campaign announced this week. “On behalf of the Log Cabin Republicans of Miami, I’m honored to support Emilio T. González for Mayor,” said Joshua Brown, Chapter President of the Log Cabin Republicans of Miami. “He is the […]
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JUICE🍊— 10.6.2025 — DeSantis Announces Hulk Hogan Trail — Florida Counties Brace for Tightened FEMA Budget Windows — and More...

JUICE🍊— 10.6.2025 — DeSantis Announces Hulk Hogan Trail — Florida Counties Brace for Tightened FEMA Budget Windows — and More...

Daniel Molina
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October 6, 2025
DeSantis Dedicates Trail in Honor of Hulk Hogan Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the dedication of the Hulk Hogan Trail, a portion of Clearwater's popular recreational path, in honor of the late Wrestling icon who called the area home before he tragically passed away in July. READ MORE. Rep. María Elvira Salazar: "Everyday the government stays […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 10.3.2025 — New Florida Laws to Look out for — Florida Gets Reimbursement for Alligator Alcatraz — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 10.3.2025 — New Florida Laws to Look out for — Florida Gets Reimbursement for Alligator Alcatraz — and More...

Daniel Molina
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October 3, 2025
New Florida Laws Took Effect This Week: Here Are Five to Know Several Florida laws went into effect this week after being signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis following the 2025 legislative session. Let's take a look at a few of them. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "When we said that the policies of the World […]
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