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Former Democratic State Sen. Annette Taddeo announced endorsements from Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava in her race for Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on social media this week. “For too long, homeowners have watched their insurance costs climb while Tallahassee has failed to provide the oversight and accountability […]
Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) and Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) have teamed up to introduce a bicameral bill updating the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) infrastructure to maintain spacefaring dominance. What the Bill Does and Why It's Needed As the commercial space industry advances rapidly, NASA is lagging behind, even as demand continues to grow. […]
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the U.S. military will begin screening service members for “testosterone deficiency” to ensure that troops have the right hormonal levels to perform at their “absolute best.” In a statement on X, titled “The High-T Department of War,” Secretary Hegseth confirms that active-duty members aged 30 or older will receive […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) responded to his reluctancy to debate his Republican opponents ahead of the primary by referring to his large lead in the polls during an interview with Fox News Digital this week. "I've been consistent. These guys are in single digits. They stay in single digits. Poll came out […]
U.S. Senate Aging Committee Chairman Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) has co-sponsored a bipartisan bill cracking down on both foreign influence and control in U.S. pharmaceutical supply chains. Alongside Minority Ranking Member Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) and committee member Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Sen. Scott introduced the Pharmaceutical Investment Oversight and Accountability Act. The legislation aims […]
Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Blaise Ingoglia for CFO The Florida Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of... READ MORE. Libertarian Party of Brevard County: "I control my health. You own your body. Demand absolute medical freedom today." Ambassador Mike Waltz: "We are fighting at the @UN to keep international regulators from screwing over […]
David Jolly Denies Involvement with Businessman Accused in $100 Million Fraud Scheme Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly responded to... READ MORE. Senator Ashley Moody: "As Florida's Attorney General, I brought together local, state, and federal partners to confront the opioid crisis, and we delivered results." State Rep. Angie Nixon: "I’m fighting […]
The Florida Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia for a full term as CFO through a press statement this week. “The Florida Chamber of Commerce is ‘all in’ for Blaise Ingoglia to continue serving as Florida’s Chief Financial Officer,” Florida Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mark […]
Several of the “most prominent” Human Rights Advocacy Organizations in both Palm Beach County and the U.S. have endorsed incumbent Congresswoman Lois Frankel (D-Fla.) in her re-election bid in Florida’s 23rd Congressional District (FL CD 23). Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the Palm Beach County Chapter of the National Organization for Women’s (PBC NOW) Women’s Issues […]
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) has introduced legislation restricting the automatic grant of birthright citizenship to anyone born in the United States. What the Bill Does Rep. Steube's Birthright Citizenship Limits for Aliens and Illegal Migrants (CLAIM) Act clarifies that birthright citizenship is not automatically granted when neither parent is a U.S. citizen or national, and […]
A Mexican national was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer after allegedly attempting to flee from an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in St. Augustine, Florida. According to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Sgt. Dylan Bryan, the incident took place in the parking lot of a gas station and convenience store. The Mexican […]
Following the U.S. House of Representatives’ approval of the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025, Congressman Vern Buchanan (R-Fla.) celebrated the measure's approval, expressing gratitude to “both sides of the aisle for supporting this bipartisan effort.” The legislation, sponsored by Rep. Buchanan, was overwhelmingly approved by a vote of 308-117, with 88% of Republicans voting in […]
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly responded to attacks linking him to financial adviser and businessman Leo Govoni, a Clearwater man accused and charged with stealing $100 million out of a trust fund for individuals with severe disabilities, in a lengthy post on social media message this week. "These individuals and their families trusted Mr. Govoni […]
Republican congressional candidate and former Democrat Belinda Keiser is once again feeling the heat in her District 22 primary election race after a text message and new attack website was sent to voters, labeling her as a liberal Democrat who ran for office as a Democrat, and donated to progressive Democrats like Rep. Debbie Wasserman […]
Florida Police Chiefs Association Endorses Ashley Moody for Senate The Florida Police Chiefs Association (FPCA) announced its endorsement of... READ MORE. Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "Make no mistake, the so-called 'Democratic Socialists' are nothing more than Communists." Rep. Vern Buchanan: "I am deeply saddened by the news of Senator Graham’s passing over the weekend. He […]
Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev Praises President Trump for Brokering Peace Deal with Armenia Shusha, Azerbaijan— During the 4th Annual Shusha Global Media Forum... READ MORE. Senator Rick Scott: "The dumping of Mexican strawberries on U.S. soil is more than just an economic threat to American farmers; it’s a health and safety […]
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials have been ordered to immediately refrain from conducting vehicle stops during enforcement operations nationwide. The directive comes after the deaths of two foreign nationals at the hands of immigration agents took place less than a week apart. Both victims were shot and killed during vehicle stops. According to […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced his endorsement of Rep. Ryan Chamberlin (R-Belleview) for re-election to House District 24 by praising his conservative leadership through a social media post this week. "Ryan Chamberlin is a proven conservative who puts Florida first. He is a strong advocate for public safety, small businesses, and the values that […]
