Kat Cammack Calls On House To Vote On House Staff Vetting Measure

Kat Cammack Calls On House To Vote On House Staff Vetting Measure

Joseph Quesada
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July 20, 2026
Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-Fla.) is calling on House colleagues and leadership to “immediately bring” her measure – a House Resolution aimed at “strengthen[ing] security standards for congressional staff” – to the House floor for a vote. The amendment, known as House Resolution 500 (H.RES.500), introduces “stronger vetting and transparency standards” to the Rules of the […]
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Lauren Book Pushes More Protections for Children Against Predators in World of A.I.

Lauren Book Pushes More Protections for Children Against Predators in World of A.I.

Michael Costeines
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July 20, 2026
In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, former Florida Sen. Democratic Leader Lauren Book discussed strengthening digital tools to protect children from online predators and scammers amid the growing threat of Artificial Intelligence (AI), if elected to Senate District 30. "I mean, it's absolutely something I worked on when I was there. Certainly, a federal […]
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Rick Scott, Mark Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Bill Modernizing Federal Clean Water Allotment Program

Rick Scott, Mark Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Bill Modernizing Federal Clean Water Allotment Program

Grayson Bakich
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July 20, 2026
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) have teamed up to introduce a bipartisan bill to modernize the federal Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) to meet changing needs rather than remain a fixed allotment system. Context for What the Bill Does The Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) is a joint federal and […]
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JUICE🍊— 7.20.2026 — Republican Candidate Arrested After Threatening to Kill Trump — Greg Steube Introduces Articles of Impeachment — and More...

JUICE🍊— 7.20.2026 — Republican Candidate Arrested After Threatening to Kill Trump — Greg Steube Introduces Articles of Impeachment — and More...

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July 20, 2026
Ex-Marine & FL CD Candidate Arrested After Saying Trump 'Must Be Killed' Former Marine and write-in Republican candidate for... READ MORE.   Rep. Darren Soto: "Critical minerals are in everyday items Americans use—from cell phones and computers to hybrids and EVs. In @EnergyCommerce, we're working to ensure we recycle responsibly and consider public health as […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 7.17.2026 — Trump Accuses China of 'Meddling' With Elections — District 22 Race Heats up With Influx of Cash — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 7.17.2026 — Trump Accuses China of 'Meddling' With Elections — District 22 Race Heats up With Influx of Cash — and More...

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July 17, 2026
Trump Accuses China Of 'Election Meddling' and Claims Deep State Cover-Up During a primetime televised address, President Donald Trump announced... READ MORE.         State Rep. Angie Nixon: "If we want families to be stable, workers respected, and young people to believe in the American dream, unions have to be at the center. […]
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Lauren Book Addresses Rise in Antisemitism, Affordability in SD 30 Bid

Lauren Book Addresses Rise in Antisemitism, Affordability in SD 30 Bid

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
Former Florida Sen. Democratic Leader Lauren Book emphasized the importance of addressing the rise of antisemitism and other issues in her Senate District 30 campaign during a recent interview with The Floridian. SD 30 covers southern Palm Beach County and northern Broward County and includes a large Jewish population. "I think antisemitism is a word […]
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Pinellas County Commissioner Brian Scott Endorses Berny Jacques for HD 59 Re-election

Pinellas County Commissioner Brian Scott Endorses Berny Jacques for HD 59 Re-election

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
Rep. Berny Jacques (R-Seminole) shared he has received the endorsement of Pinellas County Commissioner Brian Scott in his House 59 re-election bid on social media this week. "Since taking office, Berny has been a strong, principled leader who has consistently fought to protect our freedoms, strengthen our economy, and deliver results for the people of […]
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Navy Secretary Affirms No Disciplinary Action On Blue Angels Flyover

Navy Secretary Affirms No Disciplinary Action On Blue Angels Flyover

Joseph Quesada
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July 17, 2026
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao affirmed that no punishments will be given for the recent Blue Angels low-altitude flyover at Pensacola Beach, Florida. “Flight debrief complete; No reprimands; No firings; No problem,” Secretary Cao wrote on X, deeming the jet’s pass “the sound of Freedom!” Blue Angels Confirmed Review Of Safety Procedures Secretary Cao’s statements […]
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ICYMI: James Uthmeier Charges Four for Trafficking 132 Pounds of Cocaine

ICYMI: James Uthmeier Charges Four for Trafficking 132 Pounds of Cocaine

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrests of four individuals charged with allegedly trafficking approximately 60 kilograms (132 pounds) of cocaine valued at $2.1 million from El Paso, Texas to Tampa, Florida through a press statement this week. “This operation dismantled a dangerous cartel pipeline flooding Florida communities with cocaine,” Uthmeier said. “Thanks to […]
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Greg Steube Introduces Articles of Impeachment Against Judge Who Released Plane Hijacker from ICE Custody

Greg Steube Introduces Articles of Impeachment Against Judge Who Released Plane Hijacker from ICE Custody

Grayson Bakich
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July 17, 2026
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) has introduced articles of impeachment against Senior District Judge for the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, John E. Steele, for ordering the release of a convicted plane hijacker from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. The Context In 2003, Maikel Guerra Morales, a Cuban national, hijacked […]
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Ex-Marine & FL CD Candidate Arrested After Saying Trump 'Must Be Killed'

Ex-Marine & FL CD Candidate Arrested After Saying Trump 'Must Be Killed'

Joseph Quesada
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July 17, 2026
Former Marine and write-in Republican candidate for Florida’s 5th Congressional District (FL CD 5), William Upham, has been arrested and charged with threatening to kill President Donald Trump. Upham’s arrest comes after he published a video statement on X, claiming President Trump is the “Anti-Christ” and “must be killed.” “We are at war with evil. […]
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Show me the Money: Republican Congressional Candidates Pour $10 Million in District 22 Race

Show me the Money: Republican Congressional Candidates Pour $10 Million in District 22 Race

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
With Republican control of the U.S. Congress on thin ice, Republican congressional candidates Michael Carbonara, Belinda Keiser, and Casey Askar are throwing the kitchen sink to win their party nomination in Florida's District 22 race. According to the Federal Election Committee (FEC), Carbonara, an entrepreneur and business owner with a background in cryptocurrency, has raised $5,867,348.70 […]
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JUICE🍊— 7.17.2026 — RPOF Claims 'Florida Leads the Way' — Annette Tadeo Adds Slew of Endorsements in CFO Bid — and More...

JUICE🍊— 7.17.2026 — RPOF Claims 'Florida Leads the Way' — Annette Tadeo Adds Slew of Endorsements in CFO Bid — and More...

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July 17, 2026
'Florida Leads the Way': Republican Party of Florida Highlights Sunshine State Showdown Event The Republican Party of Florida released a video highlighting... READ MORE.   Senator Ashley Moody: "Democrats like my opponents wanted to raise your taxes. I fought to deliver the largest tax cuts in American history. The choice this November could not be […]
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Trump Accuses China Of 'Election Meddling' and Claims Deep State Cover-Up

Trump Accuses China Of 'Election Meddling' and Claims Deep State Cover-Up

Joseph Quesada
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July 17, 2026
During a primetime televised address, President Donald Trump announced the release of declassified intelligence reports that allegedly reveal “shocking vulnerabilities” in the American election infrastructure. According to the president, the documents – now accessible on the White House website – indicate that the U.S.’s election system is “dangerously exposed” to “hacking, exploitation, and foreign intelligence.” […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 7.16.2026 — Donalds Dismisses Republican Opponents Polling 'in Single Digits' — U.S. Military Begins Testosterone Deficiency Treatment — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 7.16.2026 — Donalds Dismisses Republican Opponents Polling 'in Single Digits' — U.S. Military Begins Testosterone Deficiency Treatment — and More...

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July 16, 2026
'These Guys Are in Single Digits': Byron Donalds Points to Polling Lead for not Debating Opponents Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) responded to... READ MORE.         Rep. Gus Bilirakis: "Happy 96th birthday to the greatest father, mentor, and friend I could ever ask for. Your wisdom, kindness, strength, and […]
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Federal Regulators Investigate Trump Aide Who Made Over $100K On His Speeches

Federal Regulators Investigate Trump Aide Who Made Over $100K On His Speeches

Joseph Quesada
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July 16, 2026
Federal regulators have launched an investigation into President Donald Trump’s longtime teleprompter operator after allegedly earning more than $100,000 by placing bets on the president’s speeches on a prediction market. Gabriel Perez, a technical assistant to the president who has been operating Trump's teleprompter since 2016, is reportedly in talks with the Commodity Futures Trading […]
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'Florida Leads the Way': Republican Party of Florida Highlights Sunshine State Showdown Event

'Florida Leads the Way': Republican Party of Florida Highlights Sunshine State Showdown Event

Michael Costeines
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July 16, 2026
The Republican Party of Florida released a video highlighting its Sunshine State Showdown event at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood this June through a post on social media. The video includes speaking clips from Florida GOP Chairman Evan Power, Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL), Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, U.S. Rep. Kat […]
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Ryan Elijah Raises $302K For Congressional War Chest In 2 Months

Ryan Elijah Raises $302K For Congressional War Chest In 2 Months

Joseph Quesada
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July 16, 2026
Congressional candidate and former “Orlando Matters” anchor, Ryan Elijah, celebrated his campaign’s fundraising achievement of raising nearly $302,000, touting that his campaign has "raised more money by far than any Republican in the field,” in his bid for Florida’s 7th District (FL CD 7). “There’s a list of heavy hitters, and certainly, we are proud of some of […]
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