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OPEN FOR BUSINESS: First Illegal Aliens Arrive at 'Alligator Alcatraz' Detention Facility Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Thursday announced "hundreds" of illegal aliens will be arriving at the state's new detention center in the Everglades, which has become known as "Alligator Alcatraz...READ MORE Rep. Carlos Gimenez—FOR MIAMI, NO TAX ON TIPS IS HUGE! […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Thursday announced "hundreds" of illegal aliens will be arriving at the state's new detention center in the Everglades, which has become known as "Alligator Alcatraz." "Alligator Alcatraz will be checking in hundreds of criminal illegal aliens tonight. Next stop: back to where they came from," Uthmeier said. The attorney […]
Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) blasted Democratic rhetoric surrounding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers, including the new "Alligator Alcatraz" in southern Florida, during a recent appearance on Fox News's Faulkner Focus, asking where their sympathy for victims of illegal alien crime is. Host Harris Faulkner shared a pair of tweets from the House Homeland […]
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) mocked New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani for his extreme leftwing positions in a recent appearance on Fox News's Hannity, saying he makes "[former Mayor Bill] de Blasio look like Ronald Reagan." Gov. DeSantis noted that de Blasio's term as Mayor "sparked an absolute flow out of New York City, and […]
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava on Tuesday praised a federal ruling blocking the Trump administration's attempt to end temporary protected status (TPS) for 520,000 Haitian migrants living in the U.S. "Today's ruling blocking the Trump administration's to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians is a vital victory for our community as well as […]
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic party’s nominee for New York City Mayor, recently pledged to “fight back” against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers enforcing immigration laws in New York. Mamdani brands himself as a Democratic Socialist and unexpectedly beat former New York governor Andrew Cuomo during the Democratic party’s primary elections. Democratic Socialism endorses state […]
 In the wake of devastating natural disasters, communities across the United States rely on expert firms to navigate the complex path to recovery. HORNE, a nationally recognized leader in disaster recovery and grant management, has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner, earning widespread recognition for its work, particularly in Florida. With over 19 years […]
By Staff Reports The latest update to a federal watch list of dangerous chemicals used to concoct controlled substances was meant to curb America’s fentanyl crisis. Instead, it could help thwart another synthetic drug epidemic emerging in independent and foreign-owned convenience stores and smoke shops across the country: Gas Station Heroin. Earlier this month, the […]
Representative Sheila Cherfilus McCormick (D-FL) issued a statement praising the recent peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, saying the United States could potentially benefit from a critical minerals agreement with the DRC. The Associated Press provides context and background on the conflict, which is partly driven by the struggle […]
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) has introduced legislation to lower capital gain taxes, a policy he said is "empowering investors to fuel economic growth and create good-paying American jobs." For a refresher, capital gains are when you sell an asset for more than what you bought it for. Assets can include stocks, bonds, and tangible items […]
The Houthis, an Iran-backed Yemeni terror group, continue firing missiles at Israel. The Houthis initially began targeting US, Israeli, and allies’ ships after Hamas’ October 7th, 2023 attacks. Houthi forces eventually ceased attacking US assets after President Donald Trump brokered a ceasefire agreement with them. However, while the Houthis have honored their agreement with the […]
AG Uthmeier Warns Key West Commissioners to Rethink Ending Agreement With ICE Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier might have to lay the hammer down on a South Florida city unwilling to cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). That's because Key West...READ MORE Rep. Byron Donalds—“Alligator Alcatraz” is a logistical marvel that was […]
AG Uthmeier Warns Key West Commissioners to Rethink Ending Agreement With ICE Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier might have to lay the hammer down on a South Florida city unwilling to cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). That's because Key West...READ MORE Rep. Byron Donalds—“Alligator Alcatraz” is a logistical marvel that was […]
WASHINGTON – Florida Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D) praised Israel and President Donald Trump on the U.S. and Israel’s airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities during an interview with The Floridian. Rep. Moskowitz said the decision to strike was driven by Iran’s growing nuclear threat and regional destabilization efforts. He called the joint operation a direct consequence […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier might have to lay the hammer down on a South Florida city unwilling to cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). That's because Key West commissioners voted 6-1 on Tuesday to rescind the city's 287(g) agreement, effectively ending the local police department's cooperation with federal immigration authorities. "The City […]
'Fill This Place Up': Trump, DeSantis Join Forces to Unveil Alligator Alcatraz Detention Camp Miles from civilization in the heart of Florida’s swampland, President Donald Trump joined forces Tuesday with Gov. Ron DeSantis for the grand opening of “Alligator Alcatraz,” a controversial Everglades detention camp....READ MORE Gov. Ron DeSantis: Welcomed President Trump to Florida today for a tour of Alligator […]
'Fill This Place Up': Trump, DeSantis Join Forces to Unveil Alligator Alcatraz Detention Camp Miles from civilization in the heart of Florida’s swampland, President Donald Trump joined forces Tuesday with Gov. Ron DeSantis for the grand opening of “Alligator Alcatraz,” a controversial Everglades detention camp....READ MORE Gov. Ron DeSantis: Welcomed President Trump to Florida today for a tour of Alligator […]
House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez, R-Miami, expressed confidence in the goal of Florida's new illegal alien detention facility during its grand opening in the Everglades, dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz." The facility, an abandoned 39-square-mile, 10,500-foot-long jetport runway, is expected to house as many as 5,000 criminal migrants in an attempt to expedite the federal government's deportation […]
