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Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna issued a warning to the public on Friday, claiming that leftist agitators posing in "MAGA gear" are looking to intentionally start trouble during this weekend's No Kings Day protests across Florida. "Do NOT attend the No Kings protests. I have screen shots circulating that leftists are going to wear MAGA gear […]
Representative Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) has introduced legislation streamlining the process of environmental approval for new construction projects. Specifically, Rep. Patronis's Restoring Federalism in Clean Water Permitting Act requires the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to review regulations present in Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, which covers permits for the discharge of […]
In the wake of the 2025 LA riots, President Donald Trump ordered the California National Guard to be sent to assist local police and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers last Saturday. However, Trump faced opposition from U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer as he stated in a Thursday evening order in response to Newsom's request […]
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey issued a blunt, no B.S. warning Wednesday to potential rioters looking to commit violence as the county gears up for this weekend's No Kings Day Protests, which intend to push back against actions by President Donald Trump and his administration. Ivey put out his "FAFO" ultimatum during a press conference […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued a written opinion Wednesday declaring that the City of Miami can't push back its election date to 2026 without first seeking voter approval. In his judgment, Uthmeier said that the change would violate Florida statutes and the State Constitution. Specifically, any final change would extend the terms of the […]
President Donald Trump warned Iran that Israel would repeat its recent attacks at a larger scale if Iran continues refusing to negotiate an end to its nuclear development programs. Israel recently struck key Iranian nuclear development facilities and personnel, weakening Iran’s capability to obtain nuclear weapons - a goal Iran has been steadfastly working towards […]
The militaries of the US and Israel have recently targeted terrorist groups operating out of Syria. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) explained they intercepted and apprehended Hamas terrorists plotting attacks against Israeli civilians and IDF troops in Syria. “IDF troops executed a targeted, intelligence-based nighttime operation in Syria and apprehended several Hamas terrorists who had […]
EXCLUSIVE: ‘They’re Playing Checkers. I’m Playing Chess’— David Jolly Talks 2026 Governor’s Race TALLAHASSEE—David Jolly, the leading Democratic candidate for governor, believes that the wealthy independents eyeing Florida’s top job won’t jump into the 2026 race—as long as he plays his cards right...2026 gubernatorial run...READ MORE The White House: Statement from Secretary of State Marco […]
On June 13, 2025, Israel launched operation “Rising Lion” as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said "Israel targeted Iran’s main enrichment facility in Natanz and the country’s ballistic missile program, as well as top nuclear scientists and officials." Iranian state television reported that Israel's attack has killed the head of Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, Gen. Hossein […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is letting would-be rioters and doxers know ahead of time that violence and intimidation against law enforcement will not be allowed in his state. The warning in Titusville on Thursday comes as violent riots continue in Los Angeles against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and other personnel. “Florida […]
Florida Republicans rallied in support on Wednesday of President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," calling it the largest tax cut for working and middle-class families in history." In part, they emphasized that the bill ends handouts to illegal immigrants while putting money back into American workers. "Our country has a chance to put communities […]
Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) is introducing legislation to protect vulnerable Americans from drastic federal healthcare decisions that could affect the quality of their care. Specifically, Rep. Cammack's Protecting Health Care for All Patients Act prohibits the use of a system known as Quality-Adjusted Life Years (QALYs) in federal healthcare programs, including Medicare, Medicaid, the Children's […]
A recent poll released by the Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance (PRA) found that a majority of Americans approve of President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at lowering drug prices for pharmaceutical companies. President Trump issued the order in mid-May, arguing that other countries have drastically lower drug prices because their governments are the single buyers and […]
On May 27, the American oil company Chevron ceased its operations in Venezuela. However, the oil company will continue to hold a narrow authorization that excludes the operation of oilfields in Venezuela and the export of oil. The conventional wisdom is that such measures will increase economic pressure on the Maduro regime. And hopefully, the […]
A new poll of Florida likely voters found that Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) is holding a comfortable lead over Democratic challenger David Jolly for the governor's mansion. According to Victory Insights, the Republican frontrunner holds 36.7% support to the Democratic newcomer's 31.4%, a lead of 5.3 points. Jolly, a former Republican, […]
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) is introducing legislation to deport illegal aliens convicted of crimes related to rioting in the wake of the ongoing Los Angeles riots. Specifically, Rep. Buchanan's Returning Illegals Over Turmoil (RIOT) Act would render any illegal alien, lawful permanent resident, or DACA recipient deportable and permanently inadmissible to the United States if […]
Republican lawmakers are at an apparent impasse regarding next steps with Iran as nuclear negotiations sputter. Iran and President Donald Trump’s administration have been discussing potential diplomatic solutions to halt the former’snuclear development programs. However, recent reports suggest Iran is unwilling to concede to the US’s main requests, and every day without a ‘nuclear deal’ […]
Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) has introduced bipartisan legislation requiring all planes in the Armed Forces to have air-to-air and air-to-ground collision detection systems. Specifically, the Collision Limiting Operational Upgrade for DOD (CLOUD) Aircraft Act requires the Secretary of Defense and the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a study on the feasibility of implementing these systems […]
