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The Iranian American Legal Defense Fund (IALDF) filed a lawsuit alleging that the Trump administration has been sharing confidential information of Iranian asylum seekers with the Islamic Republic of Iran. According to the complaint, the IALDF alleges that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Department of State began […]
On the first day of the annual North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit in Ankara, Turkey, President Donald Trump said he would consider selling American F-35 fighter jets and lifting some economic sanctions placed on the host nation. "It's a decision we're going to make," Trump said alongside Turkish President Recep Erdogan at the Turkish […]
Senate President Pro Tempore Jason Brodeur (R-Lake Mary) announced his endorsement of Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds for governor by praising his conservative leadership through a social media post this week. "Floridians deserve a proven conservative leader who will tackle the affordability crisis head-on, bring real reforms to our property insurance market, and […]
Former Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum has been arrested in Alabama for drug possession. The embattled politician, who served as the Mayor of Tallahassee from 2014 to 2018 before setting his sights on the governor's mansion, was arrested last week on drug offenses. On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Gillum was booked in the Baldwin County […]
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) is calling for an investigation into the white nationalist group known as "Patriot Front" in a recent social media post. What is Patriot Front? Patriot Front is an apparent white nationalist group that is known for marching in matching navy blue shirts, khaki pants, and face coverings while carrying American, […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) threw a verbal punch at challenger James Fishback all while punches were almost literally thrown by a Fishback supporter and another man during a Collier County Republican Executive Committee (CCREC) event crash this week. "He already had his time in front of the Collier County Republican Executive […]
Byron Donalds Adds Endorsement from Ashley Moody in Governor Bid Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) recently shared... READ MORE. Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner: "Even Stalin smiled once in a while. I don’t care how nice @davidjollyfl tries to sound. Socialism cruelly promises everything and delivers the same result: higher taxes, more […]
Paul Renner Pitches Himself as DeSantis' Successor: 'People Don't Want to Go Backwards' Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) is continuing to drive home to voters that... READ MORE. Evan Power for Congress: "We are in a battle for our nation. You don’t have to question where I will stand in […]
On the eve of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s annual summit, Russia launched a wave of attacks on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, killing at least 22 people. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Moscow deployed 68 missiles and 351 attack drones at Kyiv. “All necessary services are on the ground, doing everything possible to rescue […]
The Trump administration has launched Trump Accounts, a tax-advantaged investment account specifically for children under 18 designed to facilitate “long-term financial security.” “The American Dream belongs to every child, and today we are equipping the next generation to claim their rightful share,” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent affirmed during an Oval Office ceremony for the program. […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds can add a few more endorsements to the list. Sens. Jay Trumbull (R-Panama City) and Tom Leek (R-Ormond Beach) announced their endorsement of Donalds by praising his long history of conservative leadership through a pair of statements this week. “Byron Donalds commitment to our conservative movement and Constitution […]
Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) is continuing to drive home to voters that he's the right man and the right leader to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis and his conservative agenda once he leaves office in January. "Very simply, people don't want to go backwards," Renner said in an exclusive interview with The Floridian. "They […]
We are nearing the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages. Recently, host nations Canada and Mexico were eliminated from the competition, with our northern neighbors losing to Morocco (0-3) and our southern neighbors losing in a tumultuous battle against England (2-3). The U.S. Men’s National Team, however, remains victorious, following their win […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) recently shared that he has been endorsed by U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL). "@AshleyMoodyFL is a dedicated public servant for our state and unwavering champion of freedom," Donalds wrote on social media. "She knows what it takes to stand up to the radical left and deliver real […]
Wilton Simpson Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor Florida Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced his endorsement of... READ MORE. Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner: "The most dangerous place in Washington is between Byron Donalds and a TV camera." State Rep. Angie Nixon: "I am incredibly honored to receive the endorsement of @FLRising, the state's largest membership-based […]
Blaise Ingoglia Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia announced his endorsement of... READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Robotaxi is now in Miami. Waymo is as well." Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner: "Jay Collins had his Biden moment last night. Instead of making a serious argument, he […]
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) apprehended 10,000 individuals over the course of five days at the end of June 2026, according to sources familiar with the matter. This revelation comes after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reportedly shifted its approach to arrests, transitioning from high-profile immigration crackdowns in major U.S. cities to quieter […]
The Palm Beach Police Benevolent Association (PBA or PBCPA) Inc. announced its endorsement of Florida congressional candidate Belinda Keiser in her District 22 bid by praising her commitment to law and order through a press statement this week. “Belinda Keiser is a strong law and order conservative who understands the importance of protecting and supporting […]
