Rubio, Vance Express Condolences After Death of Pope Francis

Rubio, Vance Express Condolences After Death of Pope Francis

Javier Manjarres
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April 21, 2025
After spending weeks in critical condition with a life-threatening respiratory infection, controversial Pope Francis passed away in his apartment at 7:35 am after suffering a cerebral stroke and subsequent heart attack. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a devout Catholic, expressed his condolences and mentioned the “period of transition” which will bring on a “Conclave” […]
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DeSantis Inks Four Bills Into Law: First Responder Support, Digital Court Filings, Pet Insurance, Resilient Florida Trust Fund

DeSantis Inks Four Bills Into Law: First Responder Support, Digital Court Filings, Pet Insurance, Resilient Florida Trust Fund

Michael Costeines
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April 21, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed four bills into Florida law on Friday, specifically regarding peer support for first responders, mandatory electronic transmission of court documents, pet insurance regulation, and the reestablishment of the Resilient Florida Trust Fund. You can view the bills signed by Gov. DeSantis here. Peer support for first responders (HB 421) broadens the […]
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Frost Rips Comer for 'Shameful' Denial of El Salvador Trip

Frost Rips Comer for 'Shameful' Denial of El Salvador Trip

Grayson Bakich
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April 21, 2025
Representative Maxwell Frost (D-FL) ripped Representative James Comer (R-KY) for denying him and other Congressmen permission to visit El Salvador on behalf of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, calling it "pretty shameful." "Chair Comer denied our request for an official trip to El Salvador to advocate for due process and the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Pretty […]
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Miami-Dade Under 20K Registrations From Flipping Republican, Donalds Reacts

Miami-Dade Under 20K Registrations From Flipping Republican, Donalds Reacts

Michael Costeines
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April 21, 2025
Florida Congressman Byron Donalds, who's bidding to become the next governor of the state, celebrated the news Saturday that the GOP is under 20,000 registrations from flipping Miami-Dade County red. "Hey bots! We’re under 20k registrations away from flipping Miami-Dade County RED," Donalds said. "As Governor, I look forward to working with @JuanPorrasFL, @MiamiDadeGOP & […]
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JUICE?—4.21.2025—FSU Mass Shooting: Doors Didn't Lock— Gruters Get's Big Nod From President Trump—Much More...

JUICE?—4.21.2025—FSU Mass Shooting: Doors Didn't Lock— Gruters Get's Big Nod From President Trump—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 21, 2025
'The Doors Don't Lock': After FSU Shooting, Petition Demands Locks on Classroom Doors TALLAHASSEE—When a gunman opened fire outside of Florida State University's (FSU) busiest building, nearby students desperately used chairs and desks to barricade themselves inside classrooms with a near-fatal flaw: the doors have no locks. READ MORE   Shevrin “Shev” Jones-He is Risen! […]
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Trump Appoints Sen. Joe Gruters to Homeland Security Advisory Council

Trump Appoints Sen. Joe Gruters to Homeland Security Advisory Council

Michael Costeines
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April 20, 2025
President Donald Trump recently announced Sen. Joe Gruters (R-Sarasota) will serve on the revamped Homeland Security Advisory Council (HSAC), which will create strategies to help secure the U.S. border, deport illegal aliens, and stem the flow of drugs coming into the United States. "Thank you, President Trump, for the opportunity to serve on the Homeland […]
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Salazar Says Tariff Negotiations Will be 'Beautiful in the End' as Negotiations Continue

Salazar Says Tariff Negotiations Will be 'Beautiful in the End' as Negotiations Continue

Grayson Bakich
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April 20, 2025
Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) said that President Donald Trump's tariff policies, which have paused as countries negotiate new trade deals, will work in the United States' favor and be "beautiful in the end" in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Evening Edit. The host noted that Japan is currently in talks with the President and […]
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Cherfilus McCormick Introduces Bill Providing Tax Relief to Working Families

Cherfilus McCormick Introduces Bill Providing Tax Relief to Working Families

Grayson Bakich
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April 19, 2025
Representative Sheila Cherfilus McCormick (D-FL) has introduced legislation to provide comprehensive tax relief to American families. Provisions within Rep. McCormick's All-Americans Tax Relief Act include new above-line deductions for medical, rent, daycare, commuting, and tutoring expenses, along with credit card debt interest for working and middle-class families. The Earned Income Tax Credit will also expand […]
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Castor Introduces Bipartisan Bill Improving Critical Mineral Mapping

Castor Introduces Bipartisan Bill Improving Critical Mineral Mapping

Grayson Bakich
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April 19, 2025
Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL) has introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to improve the U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) ability to map critical minerals geologically. Named the Finding Opportunities for Resource Exploration (Finding ORE) Act, Rep. Castor's bill seeks to give the United States a competitive advantage over China in the critical mineral production industry by establishing memoranda […]
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Sen. Garcia Calls Randy Fine a 'Racist' After Criticizing Her Campus Carry Vote Following FSU Shooting

Sen. Garcia Calls Randy Fine a 'Racist' After Criticizing Her Campus Carry Vote Following FSU Shooting

Michael Costeines
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April 19, 2025
State Sen. Ileana Garcia (R-Miami) called Florida Congressman Randy Fine a racist on Friday after he implied her name for voting against a bill in the state Legislature to allow students to carry firearms on Florida universities. Sen. Garcia's blunt comment follows yesterday's shooting at Florida State University (FSU) that left two dead and six […]
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US Military Destroys Strategic Houthi Port

US Military Destroys Strategic Houthi Port

Mateo Guillamont
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April 19, 2025
The US military has announced the destruction of the Houthi-controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port. US Central Command (CENTCOM) recently reported the port’s destruction, caused by US air strikes.  CENTCOM alleged the strikes were surgical and intended to deprive the Houthis of revenue from illicit oil and shipping sales.  “The objective of these strikes was to […]
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Is Mayor Christi Fraga Against DOGE? Doral Councilwoman Cabral Questions Deferment

Is Mayor Christi Fraga Against DOGE? Doral Councilwoman Cabral Questions Deferment

Michael Costeines
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April 18, 2025
Doral Mayor Christi Fraga recently deferred a resolution by City Councilwoman Digna Cabral that would have had the city voluntarily join the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) task force initiative, leaving her puzzled by the motive. Councilwoman Cabral questioned the move in a statement on Thursday. "This resolution aimed to establish collaboration with the Department […]
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AG James Referred For Criminal Prosecution Due to Alleged Fraud

AG James Referred For Criminal Prosecution Due to Alleged Fraud

Mateo Guillamont
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April 18, 2025
New York Attorney General Letitia James has been referred to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for real estate fraud following an investigation from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). The referral could empower the DOJ to prosecute Attorney General James, who formerly used her power as attorney general to prosecute President Donald Trump for issues […]
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Florida Lawmakers Looking to Stay Ahead of the Curb on Everglades Restoration, Water Quality

Florida Lawmakers Looking to Stay Ahead of the Curb on Everglades Restoration, Water Quality

Michael Costeines
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April 18, 2025
The Florida Everglades is one of the largest natural ecosystems in the world, spanning 1.5 million acres from Lake Okeechobee down to the southern end of the state. Just how big is that? Everglades National Park alone is larger than Rhode Island and Delaware combined. It is also the third-largest national park in the United […]
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Bean Introduces Bipartisan Bill Removing Tax on Alternative Marine Fuel Use

Bean Introduces Bipartisan Bill Removing Tax on Alternative Marine Fuel Use

Grayson Bakich
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April 18, 2025
Representative Aaron Bean (R-FL) is introducing bipartisan legislation removing an excise tax on alternative fuels for marine vessels. The Maritime Fuel Tax Parity Act (MFTPA) is a response to a longstanding excise tax levied on seafaring vessels using liquefied natural gas (LNG) instead of diesel, which is currently exempt from excise taxes. After all, according […]
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House Passes County Commissioner, School Board Term Limits

House Passes County Commissioner, School Board Term Limits

Michael Costeines
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April 18, 2025
The Florida House of Representatives recently passed a joint resolution 82-33 that would amend the Florida Constitution to institute eight-year term limits for county commissioners and school district board members. Rep. Michelle Salzman (R-Escambia County) filed the joint resolution (HJR 679). Rep. Salzman detailed HJ 679 on the House floor. "This is the House joint resolution […]
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Donalds Appears on Fox News, Praise Law Enforcement's Response to FSU Mass Shooting

Donalds Appears on Fox News, Praise Law Enforcement's Response to FSU Mass Shooting

Jackson Bakich
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April 18, 2025
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on Fox News' "The Will Cain Show" to talk about the shooting that took place at Florida State University just after noon Eastern. Two victims are deceased (not believed to be FSU students), and six victims were injured and sent to the hospital. The shooter, who […]
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Hope Florida Foundation Board Takes Steps to Stabilize and Restructure Amid Scrutiny

Hope Florida Foundation Board Takes Steps to Stabilize and Restructure Amid Scrutiny

Javier Manjarres
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April 18, 2025
Tallahassee, FL — In a critical meeting Thursday afternoon, the Hope Florida Foundation Board took its first formal steps to address a series of compliance lapses and governance concerns that have drawn increasing scrutiny from lawmakers and the public. The board reconvened at 4 p.m. after an earlier attempt was derailed by what appeared to […]
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