White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Michael Costeines
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March 16, 2026
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social today. Wiles, who has been Trump's Chief of Staff since his second inauguration in January 2025, plans to continue her role as she undergoes treatment. "Susie Wiles is an incredible Chief of Staff, a […]
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Afghan Soldier Dies After Less Than 24 Hours in ICE Detention

Afghan Soldier Dies After Less Than 24 Hours in ICE Detention

Joseph Quesada
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March 16, 2026
An Afghan national who served alongside the U.S. military in Afghanistan died less than 24 hours after being detained in North Texas by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), according to a family friend and a U.S. advocacy group. Mohammed Nazeer Paktiawal, 41, died of unknown causes on Mar. 14, a day after he was apprehended […]
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Florida GOP Accuses Moskowitz, Soto of Fueling 'Pointless' Government Shutdown

Florida GOP Accuses Moskowitz, Soto of Fueling 'Pointless' Government Shutdown

Michael Costeines
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March 16, 2026
The Republican Party of Florida recently criticized U.S. Reps. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) and Darren Soto (D-FL), accusing them of contributing to a "pointless" government shutdown that has left TSA (Transportation Security Agents) without pay and caused collateral chaos at some U.S. airports as some Americans head out for spring break. “TSA agents shouldn’t be missing […]
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Scott Singer Bashes Antisemitism, Suggesting Democrats to Blame

Scott Singer Bashes Antisemitism, Suggesting Democrats to Blame

Grayson Bakich
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March 16, 2026
In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, Former Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer warned against the dangers of antisemitism in the U.S., noting the importance of the continued partnership between Israel and the U.S. Singer is currently running in the Republican primary against George Moraitis, and the winner will challenge for Representative Jared Moskowitz's (D-FL) […]
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Trump Suggests Delayed China Trip Amid Hormuz Strait Conflict

Trump Suggests Delayed China Trip Amid Hormuz Strait Conflict

Joseph Quesada
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March 16, 2026
President Donald Trump suggested his planned trip to China on Mar. 31 could be delayed as the current conflict in Iran intensifies, with the U.S. urging Beijing to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. In an interview with the Financial Times (FT) over the weekend, President Trump said he expected China to help unblock the […]
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Trump Warns NATO’s Future at Stake Over Strait of Hormuz

Trump Warns NATO’s Future at Stake Over Strait of Hormuz

Joseph Quesada
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March 16, 2026
Over the weekend, U.S. President Donald Trump called on the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), China, and other nations to help the U.S. secure the Strait of Hormuz, as oil prices continue to increase to nearly $103 per barrel as of Mar. 16. “I’m demanding that these countries come in and protect their own territory, […]
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Senate Republicans Move to Label Polisario Front a Terrorist Organization

Senate Republicans Move to Label Polisario Front a Terrorist Organization

Ericka Piñon
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March 16, 2026
A trio of senators introduced legislation that could add a new name to the United States' list of designated terrorist organizations, citing what they describe as a growing and dangerous alliance between a North African separatist group and Iran. That separatist group is the Polisario Front. Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX), Tom Cotton (R-AR), and Rick […]
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JUICE🍊— 3.16.2026 — DeSantis Announces $5M in Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonuses — Florida GOP Celebrates Passage of SAVE Act — and More...

JUICE🍊— 3.16.2026 — DeSantis Announces $5M in Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonuses — Florida GOP Celebrates Passage of SAVE Act — and More...

Staff Report
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March 16, 2026
DeSantis Awards $5M in Recruitment Bonuses to New Police Officers Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $5 million in recruitment bonuses to 744 Florida law enforcement officers... READ MORE.   Congressional Candidate Jennifer Jenkins: “@RepFine has been and always will be the result of middle school bullying.” Republican Party of Florida Chair Evan Power: "Is everything ok […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 3.13.2026 — Volusia County Sheriff Endorses Collins for FL Governor — Miguel Diaz-Canel Confirms Negotiations With U.S. — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 3.13.2026 — Volusia County Sheriff Endorses Collins for FL Governor — Miguel Diaz-Canel Confirms Negotiations With U.S. — and More...

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March 13, 2026
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood Endorses Jay Collins for Governor In a video posted on social media, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood announced his endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for Florida governor... READ MORE.         Democratic Party of Florida Chair Nikki Fried: "This is unacceptable- ESPECIALLY at @UF with the 2nd […]
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U.S. Allows Temporary Purchases of Russian Oil Amid Crisis

U.S. Allows Temporary Purchases of Russian Oil Amid Crisis

Joseph Quesada
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March 13, 2026
The U.S. has temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian oil, authorizing the purchase of Soviet crude stranded at sea, as the Trump administration attempts to contain soaring energy prices caused by the launch of “Operation Epic Fury” against the Islamic Republic of Iran. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed in a social media post via X […]
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Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Confirms Negotiations with U.S.

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Confirms Negotiations with U.S.

Joseph Quesada
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March 13, 2026
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel confirmed on Friday that the Cuban government held talks with the United States, marking the first time the Caribbean island has publicly acknowledged reported discussions. “These conversations have been aimed at seeking solutions, through dialogue, to bilateral differences that exist between the two nations,” Díaz-Canel said, according to a media note […]
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Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood Endorses Jay Collins for Governor

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood Endorses Jay Collins for Governor

Michael Costeines
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March 13, 2026
In a video posted on social media, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood announced his endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for Florida governor by praising his military service. In his endorsement, Chitwood praised Lt. Gov. Collins' service as a Green Beret, which included tours in Afghanistan and Iraq following the Sept. 11 attacks. Collins served […]
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Florida GOP Praises State Legislature for Passing the SAVE Act

Florida GOP Praises State Legislature for Passing the SAVE Act

Michael Costeines
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March 13, 2026
The Republican Party of Florida praised the Florida Legislature for passing its own state version of the SAVE Act, which would require proof of U.S. citizenship and a photo ID to register to vote and participate in elections. “Floridians deserve absolute confidence that every legal vote counts and that our elections are secure,” Florida GOP […]
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4 Confirmed Dead After U.S. Military Aircraft Tragedy in Iraq

4 Confirmed Dead After U.S. Military Aircraft Tragedy in Iraq

Joseph Quesada
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March 13, 2026
The U.S. Central Command confirmed Friday morning that four crew members were killed when a refueling aircraft went down flying over western Iraq. The news comes amid the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran, marking two weeks since the launch of "Operation Epic Fury," the joint U.S.-Israel military campaign against the Islamic Republic. Officials […]
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Florida Legislature Passes New Voter ID Law in Defense of Election Integrity

Florida Legislature Passes New Voter ID Law in Defense of Election Integrity

Joseph Quesada
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March 13, 2026
The Florida Legislature passed a bill on Thursday requiring state residents to prove their U.S. citizenship to register to vote or bring photo ID to voting centers. The bill is similar to the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which has reached a buffer among federal lawmakers. Senate Bill 1334 (SB 1334) requires election officials […]
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DeSantis Awards $5M in Recruitment Bonuses to New Police Officers

DeSantis Awards $5M in Recruitment Bonuses to New Police Officers

Michael Costeines
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March 13, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $5 million in recruitment bonuses to 744 Florida law enforcement officers in the state while speaking at a press conference in Naples this week. The awards are part of the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Program, which has given out $67.9 million and more than 10,000 bonuses in an effort to support […]
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JUICE🍊— 3.13.2026 — Congressional Candidate Wants 'President Donald J. Trump Superhighway' — FIU Ranks High in Combatting Antisemitism — and More...

JUICE🍊— 3.13.2026 — Congressional Candidate Wants 'President Donald J. Trump Superhighway' — FIU Ranks High in Combatting Antisemitism — and More...

Staff Report
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March 13, 2026
GOP Congressional Candidate Hawatmeh Wants to Rename Florida Highway 'President Donald J. Trump Superhighway' President Donald Trump is waking up this morning to the news... READ MORE.   Attorney General Candidate José Javier Rodriguez: “James Uthmeier is wrong on the law & wrong on the facts. He's threatening Tampa's elected mayor, Jane Castor, with remove […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 3.12.2026 — Florida Senate Backs 'Teddy Bridgewater Act' — Questions Over Ball & Chain Lawsuit Linger — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 3.12.2026 — Florida Senate Backs 'Teddy Bridgewater Act' — Questions Over Ball & Chain Lawsuit Linger — and More...

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March 12, 2026
Florida Senate Passes 'Teddy Bridgewater Act' to Help Players With Financial Assistance The Florida Senate unanimously passed a bill to allow K-12 head coaches to use up to $15,000 personal funds... READ MORE.         Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost: "Gas prices are skyrocketing and Florida has one of the biggest spikes across the […]
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