AG James Uthmeier Charges 8 in International Child Pornography Ring

AG James Uthmeier Charges 8 in International Child Pornography Ring

Michael Costeines
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April 7, 2025
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced charges to eight individuals connected to an international child pornography ring after authorities uncovered advertisements on social media selling large amounts of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Led by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the investigation revealed a group led by Mehmet Berk Bozuyuk, a resident of Turkey, allegedly […]
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Cammack Announces Launching of Task Force to Harness Emerging Modern Tech

Cammack Announces Launching of Task Force to Harness Emerging Modern Tech

Grayson Bakich
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April 7, 2025
Representatives Kat Cammack (R-FL) and August Pfluger (R-TX) have announced the launch of the House Republican Study Committee's (RSC) new Emerging Technologies Task Force, which will harness and apply emerging technologies, including blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), and biotech. With these new technological advances in development, Congress is examining their potential impact on national security and how […]
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From Tallahassee to D.C., Byron Donalds Has Always Supported the Jewish Community

From Tallahassee to D.C., Byron Donalds Has Always Supported the Jewish Community

Opinion
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April 7, 2025
By Bryan E. Leib In the dynamic political landscape of Florida, few figures have emerged with the vigor and commitment exemplified by Congressman Byron Donalds. His candidacy for Governor promises not only to bolster the state's economic and educational frameworks but also to ardently support the Jewish and pro-Israel communities. Donalds' extensive experience, unwavering principles, […]
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Countries Queue in For Tariff Talks With Trump

Countries Queue in For Tariff Talks With Trump

Mateo Guillamont
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April 7, 2025
Countries are rapidly responding to President Donald Trump’s recently imposed tariffs, with some pledging to retaliate and others seeking to plead with the US and reach reciprocal agreements to lower tariffs.  President Trump levied a baseline 10% tariff on all imports entering the US with additional tariffs for countries that the White House assesses are […]
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JUICE?—4.7.2025—Bill About 'Gulf of America' In School Materials Passes—Florida's Insurance Problem—Donalds, Fine, Soto—Much More...

JUICE?—4.7.2025—Bill About 'Gulf of America' In School Materials Passes—Florida's Insurance Problem—Donalds, Fine, Soto—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 7, 2025
House Passes Bill Mandates Schools to Update Material to Reflect 'Gulf of America' The Florida House of Representatives passed a bill 78-29 on Thursday that would mandate state agencies, school boards, and charter schools to update geographic and instructional materials from the “Gulf of Mexico” to the "Gulf of America." . READ MORE   Rick Scott-You […]
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Randy Fine Vows Permanent Tax Cuts for Americans as Top House Priority

Randy Fine Vows Permanent Tax Cuts for Americans as Top House Priority

Michael Costeines
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April 7, 2025
Florida Republican Congressman Randy Fine said Sunday that permanent tax cuts for Americans should be a top priority for House Republicans in the Trump agenda after he was elected to the Hill last week in an interview with Kevin Corke on the Fox Report. "Lower tax rates incent people to work harder. It incents them […]
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Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago Blasts Distribution of Fake Code Violations

Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago Blasts Distribution of Fake Code Violations

Michael Costeines
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April 5, 2025
Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago issued a statement Saturday condemning fake code violation notices being sent to city residents. The false flyers were reportedly designed to mimic official City of Coral Gables Code Enforcement citations on homeowners with $500 fabricated violations. "This is nothing short of a coordinated campaign of intimidation,” Lago said in a […]
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Mast Introduces Bill Improving Veterans' Access to Congressional Services

Mast Introduces Bill Improving Veterans' Access to Congressional Services

Grayson Bakich
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April 5, 2025
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) is introducing legislation to improve veterans' access to services from their congressional representatives. Aptly named the Improving Veterans Access to Congressional Services Act of 2025, Rep. Mast's bill enables Representatives and Senators to use Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities for office hours and in-person meetings with veteran constituents. Rep. Mast […]
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Florida House Passes Bill Requiring 'Gulf of America' in State Education

Florida House Passes Bill Requiring 'Gulf of America' in State Education

Michael Costeines
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April 5, 2025
The Florida House of Representatives passed a bill 78-29 on Thursday that would mandate state agencies, school boards, and charter schools to update geographic and instructional materials from the “Gulf of Mexico” to the "Gulf of America." Rep. Juan Porras (R-Miami) sponsored the bill (HB 549). Rep. Porras explained his bill on the chamber floor. […]
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Lawmakers Continue to Take on Insurance Industry Grab with HB 1181

Lawmakers Continue to Take on Insurance Industry Grab with HB 1181

Javier Manjarres
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April 5, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In a significant move toward reforming Florida’s auto insurance system, the House Insurance and Banking Subcommittee advanced HB 1181 by a 17-1 vote on Thursday. Sponsored by Representative Danny Alvarez and Representative Meg Weinberger, the bill seeks to repeal the state’s decades-old Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance requirement and replace it with […]
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Scott, Moody Bill Aims to Protect Citrus Growers

Scott, Moody Bill Aims to Protect Citrus Growers

Jackson Bakich
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April 5, 2025
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Ashley Moody (R-FL) have introduced the Senate version of the Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act, which aims to update regulations and support Florida citrus growers by creating friendlier standards. The entire Florida delegation has co-sponsored the House version of the bill. With Sens. Scott and Moody on board, that […]
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Trump Admin Targets Illicit Houthi Purchases of Russian Goods

Trump Admin Targets Illicit Houthi Purchases of Russian Goods

Mateo Guillamont
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April 5, 2025
The US Treasury Department recently announced a series of sanctions aimed at deterring illicit Houthi purchases of Russian goods such as weapons and stolen Ukrainian grain. Sanctions target a group of Russia-affiliated individuals and entities allegedly cooperating with Sa’id al-Jamal, a top Houthi financial official which the Treasury Department claims is backed by Iran’s Islamic […]
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Soto Introduces Bill to Protect Kissimmee River

Soto Introduces Bill to Protect Kissimmee River

Grayson Bakich
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April 5, 2025
Representative Darren Soto (D-FL) is introducing legislation to designate the Kissimmee River as a recreational river, enhancing its protection as a natural resource. Specifically, Rep. Soto's Kissimmee River Wild and Scenic River Act designates the waterway as a recreational river under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968. The 1968 legislation currently designates 220 […]
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Donalds Receives Speaker Johnson's Endorsement for Governor

Donalds Receives Speaker Johnson's Endorsement for Governor

Jackson Bakich
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April 5, 2025
Gubernatorial candidate and Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has received the endorsement of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). Both Rep. Donalds and Speaker Johnson were a part of the 2017 Congressional freshman class. They also both ran for the open House Speakership once Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) was ousted from the position. The Republican Conference eventually chose […]
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Bill Helping Defendents with Mental Illnesses Heads to Senate Vote

Bill Helping Defendents with Mental Illnesses Heads to Senate Vote

Michael Costeines
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April 5, 2025
The Senate Committee on Approprations recently advanced a bill 18-0 to the chamber floor that would create alternative pathways for prosecuting defendants with mental illnesses. Sen. Jennifer Bradey (R-Fleming Island) championed SB 168, also known as the Tristan Murphy Act. Rep. Nan Cobb (R-Eustis) is sponsoring the House version of the bill (HB 1207). Tristan […]
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Bill Expanding Florida's Anti-BDS Law in Support of Israel Moves to Senate Vote

Bill Expanding Florida's Anti-BDS Law in Support of Israel Moves to Senate Vote

Michael Costeines
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April 4, 2025
The Senate Committee on Appropriations recently advanced a bill 18-0 to the chamber floor that would expand Florida's anti-Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) law to include academic institutions and non-profit organizations participating in boycotts against Israel. Sen. Tom Leek (R-Ormond Beach) filed the Senate bill (SB 1678). Rep. Hillary Cassel (R-Dania Beach) filed a House […]
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DHS Reports Record Lows in Illegal Immigration and Unaccompanied Minors

DHS Reports Record Lows in Illegal Immigration and Unaccompanied Minors

Mateo Guillamont
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April 4, 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reportedly encountered record-low numbers of illegal immigrants and unaccompanied minors at the southwest border.  Illegal immigrant and unaccompanied minor encounters at the southwest border reached record highs during former President Joe Biden’s administration. Now, DHS is reporting a roughly 95% and 92% decrease in overall illegal immigrant and […]
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DeSantis Blasts “Liberal Trial Lawyer Enrichment Scheme,” Calls Out Rep. Hillary Cassel for Conflict of Interest at Republican Executive Committee Meeting

DeSantis Blasts “Liberal Trial Lawyer Enrichment Scheme,” Calls Out Rep. Hillary Cassel for Conflict of Interest at Republican Executive Committee Meeting

Opinion
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April 4, 2025
By Julio A. Fuentes  In a fiery appearance on Monday night, Governor Ron DeSantis unleashed a blistering critique of Florida’s trial lawyer lobby and accused a sitting lawmaker—Rep. Hillary Cassel—of using her office to enrich herself. Gov. DeSantis, energized and unscripted, painted a dark picture of what he described as a coordinated effort to rewrite Florida […]
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