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Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) discussed President Donald Trump's plans to reduce the size of government during the shutdown in a recent appearance on Fox and Friends First, suggesting that overseas funding is most likely to be targeted. Rep. Haridopolos shared that he disliked using the shutdown as a means of reducing the government's size, yet "with […]
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —New federal rules from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) could affect hurricane preparedness projects. The state, which has faced $110 billion in storm damages since 2020, is already facing stretched budgets. In September 2025, FEMA shortened the window for states to spend preparedness grant money from three years to one. This is […]
Representative Aaron Bean (R-FL) is introducing legislation to protect the salaries of critical air traffic controllers and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) personnel during government shutdowns. As Fox News reports, Rep. Bean's Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 ensures that these employees continue to receive their pay during a government shutdown, particularly as air travel is […]
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. Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was a star with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in […]
Florida Congressman Darren Soto (D) slammed the GOP on social media, attributing the government shutdown to the “GOP Healthcare Crisis.” “The American people know our cause is just," the Florida Democrat expressed, noting that it's "time to negotiate to stop the [GOP Healthcare Crisis!]” Soto shared a report by CBS News, detailing the percentage of […]
The state of Florida has reportedly been reimbursed over $600 million by the Trump administration for the construction of "Alligator Alcatraz," the state's illegal alien detention center located in the Everglades. WPLG reporter Christina Boomer Vazquez first reported the news on Thursday, October 2nd. The money will specifically come from the Federal Emergency Management Agency […]
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. SB 150: Abandoning Restrained Dogs During Natural Disasters Better known as "Trooper's Law," SB 150 makes it a third-degree felony to abandon an animal during a […]
Bay of Pigs veteran Felix Rodriguez was recently featured in a campaign mailer sent to Hialeah residents by former Councilman Bryan Calvo, which claimed Felix had endorsed him. The veteran has since released a video publicly denying the endorsement, sparking backlash over the use of his name and the Brigade flag on political messaging. In […]
DeSantis Announces Florida Cuts State Debt in Half Since 2019 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis announced this week that Florida has accomplished paying off half of the state’s accumulated debt since 2019. He called it one of the strongest fiscal records in the nation. READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "The Shutdown is stopping […]
Donalds Ad Criticizes David Jolly for 'Rational' Democratic Party Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) shared a new digital ad criticizing Democratic candidate David Jolly for calling the modern Democratic Party "rational." READ MORE. State Rep. Juan C. Porras: "While the competition is still deciding who is at the top of the ticket, […]
As the federal government officially shuts down, many Americans are asking: Should members of Congress still get paid while everyday workers go without? The House of Representatives recently passed a bill to keep the government running until November 21, 2025. However, it still requires additional support in the Senate, where only two Democrats and one […]
Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) is the latest Republican to request that his Congressional salary be withheld during the government shutdown, which began this week. "Government shutdowns are costly, disruptive, and ultimately unproductive," Rep. Bilirakis said in a statement. "It is unacceptable for Members of Congress to receive a paycheck while dedicated federal workers – including […]
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) is working to pass legislation that would abolish paychecks for all members of Congress during government shutdowns. “If you didn't do your job in business, you didn't get paid. You don't show up and do your job. You don't get paid. Why are we getting paid?" Senator Scott questioned during […]
Florida has officially repealed its nearly 60 year old Business Rent Tax (BRT). It was the only state with such a tax which required companies to pay sales tax on their commercial leases. Governor Ron DeSantis signed the measure into law earlier this year as part of a $1.3 billion tax relief package. The repeal […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis praised the Lake County Commission this week for approving the Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway in honor of the late conservative activist. Kirk was assassinated while speaking at a campus event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10. "Lake County’s dedication of the highway represents the first county to memorialize Kirk in the […]
Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) is reintroducing bipartisan legislation to reform the process of issuing refunds for canceled flights. Under current law, travel agencies are often the entities that issue refunds when a customer's flight is canceled, despite such an issue being completely beyond their control. As a result, Rep. Salazar's Flight Refund Fairness Act […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) shared a new digital ad criticizing Democratic candidate David Jolly for calling the modern Democratic Party "rational." Released by Byron War Room on X, the 48-second spot begins with Jolly saying, "I find this a very rational democratic environment. This is a very rational Democratic Party right […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis announced this week that Florida has accomplished paying off half of the state’s accumulated debt since 2019. He called it one of the strongest fiscal records in the nation. “Since I’ve been Governor… we will have paid off 50 percent of [Florida’s debt] just since 2019,” DeSantis declared during […]
