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Florida GOP Chairman Evan Power blasted reports on Monday of "liberal dark money groups" challenging the state's recently passed election integrity law, HB 1205. The measure aims to fix Florida's petition process for ballot initiatives from fraud and abuse. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 1205 into law on May 3. “It’s no surprise that well-funded, […]
University of Florida and Hiring a DEI President The University of Florida is expected to name Santa Ono its 14th president, but after a video of ono surfaced surfaced showing Ono praising diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and expressing other views as president...READ MORE FL Attorney General James Uthmeier:Â "Congratulations @IleanaGarciaUSA, @KevinSteeleFL, and the […]
The University of Florida is expected to name Santa Ono its 14th president, but after a video of Ono surfaced surfaced showing Ono praising diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and expressing other views as president of the University of Michigan that conflict with Gov. Ron DeSantis' campaign to rid Florida of DEI, his nomination could […]
Israel has executed a series of airstrikes on Houthi targets following the latter’s recent attacks on Israel’s Ben Gurion International airport. The missile attacks on the airport occurred amid daily US strikes against the Houthis as part of President Donald Trump’s "maximum pressure campaign” against them. Israel’s Air Forces (IAF) reportedly hit Houthi locations along […]
President Donald Trump recently stated he had ordered the reopening of Alcatraz prison. Alcatraz, which is currently a museum and national park, was used as a maximum security prison from 1850 to 1963. President Trump claimed Alcatraz, being a symbol of law and order, should be reopened to assist the US in deterring crime by […]
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) discussed the so-called "big beautiful bill" in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Wall Street, saying Senate Republicans must unite around the bill to get it to President Donald Trump's desk around Memorial Day. Rep. Steube said that while the House of Representatives pushed work on the bill a week back, "We […]
Miami, FL – Tensions have blown through Tallahassee — now the question is whether they’ll spill over into Miami-Dade County. As political stakes rise, Tuesday’s County Commission meeting is shaping up to be a defining moment for a faction of Miami-Dade’s Republican elected officials — one that could ignite a broader battle for control of […]
***UPDATE-The poll results mentioned in the "X" post are not official and cannot be substantiated as being completely accurate. With the Florida Legislature at an impasse this legislative cycle, and as First Lady Casey DeSantis still thinking about a gubernatorial run in the 2026 midterm elections, a new public opinion poll commissioned by the Conservative […]
The City of Miami Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge #20 recently announced that it's backing Ralph Rosado for Miami's District 4 commission seat, which is currently vacant. The Miami FOP is one of the more respected organizations advocating for law enforcement professionals in the area. "I am honored to receive the endorsement of the […]
The state of Israel is under alert as Houthi missile attacks rain down on Israeli citizens in northern Israel. The missile attacks have occurred in the midst of daily US strikes against the Houthis as part of President Donald Trump’s "maximum pressure campaign” against them. The Houthis, an Iran-backed Yemeni terror group, have been targeting […]
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director John Ratcliffe is leading an initiative to recruit spies for counterintelligence missions against China. The CIA recently released two videos aimed at attracting disillusioned Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials and Chinese youth involved in government. The CIA’s counterintelligence efforts underscore the growing rift between the US and China. Director Ratcliffe […]
Bad Blood Between DeSantis and Florida Legislature Spills Over Into Overtime Can it get any uglier in the 2025 Legislative session between lawmakers and Governor Ron DeSantis? Probably. Lawmakers are now going into overtime because they just can't seem to come together and get anything done. Lawmakers are now going to convene on May 12 […]
Phillip Morris International in the U.S. announced Friday it will be testing its IQOS heated tobacco system in greater Fort Lauderdale, which is used to offer people an alternative to smoking cigarettes. The IQOS works by heating tobacco instead of burning it, which PMI U.S. says reduces the production of harmful chemicals compared to traditional […]
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez announced Friday that Formula 1 will continue to host the Miami Grand Prix until 2041 after a 10-year contract extension to its existing agreement with South Florida Motorsports. "Huge announcement!!!!!! Kudos to @TomGarfinkel and his team for putting on such an amazing event and for extending this annual Super Bowl for […]
Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) recently discussed the so-called "big beautiful bill" on Fox and Friends First, saying it could be ready by Memorial Day. Still, Republicans must take control of the messaging. "We are getting really close to the end," Rep. Haridopolos said, "Our number one goal is to make sure no tax increases at […]
Drug prices are out-of-control. U.S. citizens pay higher prices than almost anywhere else in the world despite the fact that our country is the global leader in drug innovation. U.S. citizens should be realizing those benefits. And, U.S. citizens should be enjoying the most affordable access to life-changing medications and treatments. Yet, the exact opposite […]
Louisiana’s Republican-controlled House pushed forward a wide-ranging tort reform package this week, showing a decisive move backed by Governor Jeff Landry (R) to reshape Louisiana’s legal landscape in hopes of lowering its soaring auto insurance rates.
Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrests of three men charged with possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) Friday at a news conference in Fort Myers. According to a release, Travis Montgomery of Manatee County, Kevin Sheffield of Collier County, and Jason Grant Harrison of Hendry County were all charged with CSAM. “These arrests […]
