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A heated exchange between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel and Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) broke out amid a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing. During the hearing, Sen. Van Hollen brought into question Patel’s alleged alcohol overconsumption and day drinking. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) began the budget hearing by condemning the […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills aimed at strengthening animal welfare protections and consumer safeguards for pet adoptions during a press conference at the Big Dog Ranch Rescue in Loxahatchee this week. “Florida has become a leader in protecting animals and holding accountable those who harm them. Today, we built on that record with new […]
Mike Johnson, House Republican Brass Endorse Sydney Gruters in CD 16 House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and members of congressional Republican leadership... READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "Some members of Congress are making millions upon millions in insider trading. It is time to put the legislation to ban insider trading to a vote." Senator […]
Anna Paulina Luna Snipes at John Thune Over 'Doing Nothing About the SAVE America Act' Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) took a shot at Senate Majority Leader John Thune... READ MORE. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz: "DeSantis is whitewashing slavery and erasing Black history (again). His new 'US history' course, written by […]
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is canceling a Biden administration rule that sought to place public land conservation prioritization on par with oil drilling, grazing, and other extractive industries on vast government-owned properties. The rescission comes as the Trump administration pulls back restrictions on these industries in efforts to promote domestic drilling, logging, […]
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and members of congressional Republican leadership announced their endorsement of Sydney Gruters in Florida's District 16 congressional race in a joint statement on social media. Republican leadership backing Gruters includes Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain (R-N.Y.) "Sydney Gruters […]
Acting Attorney General (AG) Todd Blanche affirmed that members of the media “should not be surprised” if they receive subpoenas for information related to their sources on reports involving national-security matters. "Prosecuting leakers who share our nation's secrets with reporters, in turn risking our national security and the lives of our soldiers, is a priority […]
Representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) discussed President Donald Trump's upcoming summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Varney & Co., saying he is "not crazy" about the meeting and urging Trump to take a hardline stance against China. Host Stuart Varney began the discussion by playing footage of Trump recently saying […]
In a social media post, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier urged the House Legislature to impeach Tallahassee Judge Tiffany Baker after revoking bond for the alleged killer of 5-year-old Melissa "Missy" Mogle in May 2025. Daniel Spencer, Mogle's stepfather, was let out on bond by Baker despite a conviction and awaited sentencing for trying to […]
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) took a shot at Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) over "doing nothing about the SAVE America Act" during a recent appearance on Fox News's Jesse Watters Primetime. Rep. Luna and substitute host Kayleigh McEnany established context by discussing how Democrats are preparing for the midterms and their plans to possibly […]
Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) responded to President Trump’s announcement of talks between the U.S. and Cuba, as the island nation asks for global assistance amid a five-month oil embargo. “Mr. President, Republicans know you are the only person who will be able to free Cuba after 67 years of oppression, and we Republicans in […]
During a phone interview with CBS News, President Donald Trump said he will begin efforts to suspend the federal gas tax “for a period of time.” "I think it's a great idea," President Trump said. "Yup, we're going to take off the gas tax for a period of time, and when gas goes down, we'll […]
Republican congressional candidate Michael Carbonara announced he has been endorsed by HUCKPAC for America in his race for Florida's 22nd District. HUCKPAC for America is a conservative political action committee committed to electing Republican candidates who advocate for conservative principles. Former Arkansas Gov. Mick Huckabee established the PAC in 2008. Mike Huckabee's son, David Huckabee, […]
Volusia County Deputies Association Endorses Jay Collins for Governor The Volusia County Deputies Association (VCDA) IUPA Local 6035 announced its endorsement... READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "I’m grateful to have the endorsement of the Volusia County Deputies Association." Senator Rick Scott: "The Sunshine State is a place where people can live, work, and raise […]
Ron DeSantis Gears up for 2028 Presidential Run The worst-kept secret in Florida politics is that Governor Ron DeSantis is running for President... READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "AI safety is not political, it’s about protecting lives." Rep. Gus Bilirakis: "Eva and I were deeply saddened to learn of the […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the 2026 Gulf red snapper season will extend to a record-breaking 140 days at a press conference in Fort Myers this week. The Gulf red snapper season will run in two phases. May 22 to July 31 Sept. 1 to Oct. 4, followed by three and two-day weekends through the end […]
Congressional candidate Keith Gross, one of the Republican primary challengers for congressional district 2 to replace Rep. Neal Dunn (R-FL), has stated that he will join the Sharia-Free America Caucus if he is elected to office. Gross, a veteran, is among the growing number of Republican congressional candidates who are vowing to join the Sharia […]
The Volusia County Deputies Association (VCDA) IUPA Local 6035 announced its endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for Florida governor in a statement released this week. "Throughout this election cycle, Lt. Governor Jay Collins’ steady, solutions-focused approach to the challenges facing our communities has stood out,” Volusia County Deputies Association President Sean Gowan said. “His […]
