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Nicaraguan Dictator Daniel Ortega’s recent announcement that the Central American nation will not hold future presidential elections has sparked pushback from Florida lawmakers across both sides of the aisle. Reps. Kathy Castor (D-Fla.), Mario Diaz-Balart (R-Fla.), and Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) recently spoke with The Floridian to emphasize their condemnation of the anti-democratic effort by […]
In a coalition with two other Republican colleagues, Sen. Rick Scott has introduced a bill to establish posts for a Secretary of the Coast Guard and an Undersecretary to lead the 43,000-member maritime service. The “Coast Guard Leadership Modernization Act,” cosponsored by Sens. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), will reportedly assign the Secretary […]
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia recently released a campaign ad highlighting his work as the state's fiscal watchdog in his bid for a full term in office this November. Ingoglia became CFO after being appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in July 2025. The "Watchdog" ad leads with Gov. Ron DeSantis praising CFO Ingoglia […]
Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.) shares her excitement and gratitude over her recent appointment to the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee, acknowledging that it is a significant privilege to serve as a South Florida Representative on the panel. Rep. Wasserman Schultz has left a deep footprint in Western Hemisphere politics, and now with a bigger […]
Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) expressed confidence in winning the congressional seat for Florida's 20th District (FL CD 20) despite the challenges she's been facing over her pivot from FL CD 25. The Weston Democrat told The Floridian that she feels “really good” about her potential in securing the Democratic stronghold, as Florida's primary elections […]
Following alleged reports of a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal investigation and calls from political opponents to drop out of his re-election efforts, Congressman Cory Mills (R-Fla.) has called out the rumors, deeming them false narratives. “This appears to be a desperate lie from my political opponents. I'm not aware of any DOJ investigation, […]
Byron Donalds Will Finish out Congressional Term, not Resign to Focus on Gubernatorial Race WASHINGTON, D.C.— Republican gubernatorial candidate and Rep. Byron Donalds says he will... READ MORE. Byron War Room: "FLASHBACK: David Jolly calling for vaccine mandates in schools during COVID. He was wrong for Florida then, and he’s wrong for Florida now." […]
Casey Askar Affirms That He Will Fight To Keep Data Centers Out Of Florida Amid staunch support for highly controversial Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Center development... READ MORE. State Rep. Angie Nixon: "It is clearer now than ever before that Florida is ready for leadership that shakes up the status quo." […]
The Florida State Board of Education unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Henry Mack as the state's next education commissioner through a press announcement this week. Mack replaces Interim Commissioner of Education Paul O. Burns. “Today's appointment reflects Florida's continued commitment to educational excellence,” State Board of Education Chair Ryan Petty said. "Dr. Mack is a […]
Representative Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) presented the U.S. Navy Blue Angels with Presidential Challenge Coins he had received from President Donald Trump. Red, White, and Blues Week The presentation was part of Pensacola's Red, White, and Blues Week, when the Blue Angels perform their famed exhibition flight show on the beach, usually held the week after […]
Amid staunch support for highly controversial Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Center development in the state of Florida from several prominent candidates, Republican Congressional Candidate Casey Askar affirms that he will work to “keep them out of our state.” Askar Doesn't Want Data Centers in FL During a Florida 22nd Congressional District (FL CD 22) Forum, […]
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly reiterated his call to have a moratorium on artificial intelligence (AI) date centers while attacking Republican opponent Byron Donalds for being "out of touch" on the issue through a video posted on social media this week. "That's a candidate, that's a person out of touch with where Florida's voters are," […]
The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is ragging on Representative Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) for voting against amendments prohibiting taxpayer-funded gender reassignment surgeries and allowing biological males to compete in women and girls' sports. The Context The amendments are part of the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The NDAA's 19th amendment prohibits the […]
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia announced over $24 million in awards to eight law enforcement agencies to help bolster immigration enforcement and its activities while speaking in Taveras this week. "While some other states shy away from backing law enforcement, we are all in," Ingoglia said in a release. "Florida is the most […]
Congressional candidate Ryan Elijah has called upon Rep. Cory Mills to drop out of the race for Florida’s 7th Congressional District (FL CD 7), amid reports that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is conducting a criminal investigation into the incumbent congressman. “It is time for Cory Mills to leave the race. Our bad headlines […]
Through a fast-track procedure, the U.S. House of Representatives recently passed legislation to reduce unnecessary animal testing within the pharmaceutical industry. By unanimous consent, the House passed the FDA Modernization Act 3.0. A bill that mandates the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to “publish an interim final rule” under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 […]
Florida Democrats Vote Against Amendment 3, Citing Cuts to Services and Safety The Florida Democratic Party State Executive Committee voted in opposition to Amendment 3... READ MORE. Florida Democrats: "Florida is one of the most expensive places to live in America, thanks to billionaires and Republican mega donors who have gobbled up properties in […]
Fabrizio, Lee & Associates Poll: Byron Donalds Over 50% Mark in Republican Primary A new poll conducted by Fabrizio, Lee & Associates shows... READ MORE. Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly: "I’m calling for a moratorium on data centers until Florida has a responsible plan to protect our water, power grid, and communities. […]
