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The U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) issued a landmark decision that struck down a Louisiana voting map. The ruling weakens the impact of a pivotal Voting Rights Act provision, while possibly giving Republicans a leg up in the 2026 Midterm elections. In a 6-3 ruling, the justices found that Louisiana’s newly redrawn congressional map was an […]
The Florida House of Representatives passed a bill approving the state's new congressional redistricting map in the lower chamber on Wednesday. The map, unveiled by Gov. Ron DeSantis, could add four congressional seats for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms. The vote was 83-28 in the House. What Democratic lawmakers are saying: "Nothing in the […]
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to convene to vote on five legislative proposals advanced by the United States House Committee on Rules: the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, the PROTECT Kids Act, a budget reconciliation for immigration enforcement funding, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025, and […]
Representative Neal Dunn (R-FL) has introduced bipartisan legislation to improve the timeliness of Medicare services for patients. Rep. Dunn's Ensuring Timely Access to Coverage Decisions Act increases stakeholder involvement, tightens rules on fulfilling requests on time, and creates a formal review process for reconsideration decisions. The bill comes as a result of Medicare patients reporting […]
Florida's Largest Farmers Organization Backs Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson for Reelection
Florida Farm PAC, the political action committee for the Florida Farm Bureau Federation, announced its endorsement of Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson in his reelection bid for commissioner this week. "As a fifth-generation farmer and President of the Florida Farm Bureau, I know how critical strong leadership is to protecting Florida agriculture," Florida Farm Bureau […]
'Political Shenanigans': DeSantis Slams House for not Filing AI, Vaccine Bills Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez (R-Miami) and members of the House Legislature... READ MORE. This Saturday, Aetna participated in Epilepsy Awareness Day at Walt Disney World. Aetna’s participation brings epilepsy awareness and education to the community. - Photo Courtesy of Aetna Better […]
Florida Senate Again Passes AI Bill of Rights, House Approval Dead The Florida Senate passed a bill to provide consumer protections and safeguards... READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "American people > Glyphosate." Florida GOP: "Happy Birthday, Lieutenant Governor @JayCollins!" Senator Rick Scott: "Let's face facts: The Democrats are DESTROYING America." […]
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL), as Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, weighed in on the latest round of negotiations with Iran in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Mornings with Maria, calling the decision by President Donald Trump to blockade the Strait of Hormuz "wise." Iran recently offered to end its nuclear program, which is […]
The Florida Senate passed a bill to provide consumer protections and safeguards for vulnerable adults and children against the growing threat of artificial intelligence (AI) during the State's Special Legislative Session. The vote was 37-1, with Sen. Erin Grall (R-Fort Pierce) voting 'No.' Sen. President Pro Tempore Jason Brodeur (R-Lake Mary) filed the bill (SB-2D) […]
Representative Greg Steube's (R-FL) Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act has unanimously passed by the House of Representatives and now awaits the Senate for approval before heading to the Resolute Desk. Rep. Steube's bill addresses a concern of many Americans during tax season: under current law, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) must notify taxpayers before contacting third […]
President Donald Trump and his national security team have expressed dissatisfaction and skepticism towards Iran’s latest proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, according to several U.S. officials. According to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), during a meeting with aides, President Trump remarked that Iran is not dealing in good faith. […]
The Trump administration fired all 22 members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation (NSF), according to ex-board members and federal officials. According to The Guardian, members of the National Science Board received an email over the weekend “on behalf of President Donald J Trump” from the Presidential Personnel Office informing them […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez (R-Miami) and members of the House Legislature for not filing any bills related to artificial intelligence regulations and expanded vaccine exemptions in a social media post this week. "Voters elected Republicans to protect freedom against both the Big Tech cartel and the medical industrial complex. Yet, […]
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a motion demanding that a U.S. Judge withdraw an injunction that ruled that President Donald Trump could not build his planned White House ballroom project without Congressional authorization. The motion comes after the DOJ urged the National Trust for Historic Preservation to drop its lawsuit. The Trust is […]
Cato Institute Reveals USCIS Cuts to Green Card Approvals Help Boost ICE Arrests of Legal Immigrants
The Trump administration’s immigration agenda has allowed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to detain “legal immigrants, including refugees, parolees, and spouses of US citizens”, by suspending green card approvals, a recently published analysis by the Cato Institute reveals. According to the libertarian think tank, the halt in legal permanent residence processing by the Department of […]
Democrat Charlie Crist, the former Florida governor and congressman, officially filed paperwork this week to run for mayor of St. Petersburg. Crist announced his filing outside City Hall. "Well, it’s official. I'm now a candidate for mayor of St. Pete. God bless you all," Crist said. And he closed the comments because he knows he’s […]
Stetson University POLL: Byron Donalds with Moderate Lead in Governor's Race A recent poll by Stetson University’s Center for Public Opinion Research (CPOR)... READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "We should not wait for Congress to protect children and to ensure Big Tech companies are accountable for harm they cause our people." Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: […]
DeSantis Guts House Democrats, New Redistricting Map Carves Out Four New Seats for Republicans Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has unveiled his highly anticipated congressional redistricting map... READ MORE. Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia: "This 'Dignity Act' is bad policy and a bad idea." State Senator Ileana Garcia: "If you want to stop this, […]
