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Flight data indicates the Amazon cargo plane that went off the runway at the Miami International Airport (MIA) attempted to abort an unsteady landing before crashing into a van, killing five people, and an SUV, injuring three more. “No indication in the recorded data that speed or thrust reversers were deployed,” National Transportation Safety Board […]
Republicans Lose Latino Voters Across House Swing Districts A new poll reveals Republicans have lost support from Latino voters... READ MORE. Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly: "Karen Clay is a hero to so many. Every day of her life is spent advocating for others, specifically for the disability community and those in need of healthcare access. […]
Florida State Fraternal Order of Police Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor The Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) announced its endorsement of... READ MORE. Libertarian Party of Florida: "US House District 25 voters have Florida Libertarian candidate Peter Jassenoff on the ballot in 2026!" Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly: "The […]
The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) announced that it added Casey Askar, the Republican congressional challenger for Florida’s 22nd Congressional District (FL CD 22), to its 2026 'MAGA Majority' program. “A veteran, successful businessman, and job creator, Trump-backed Casey Askar is ready to fight and win for South Florida in Congress,” NRCC Spokeswoman Maureen O’Toole […]
Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez called out the United Kingdom (UK), France, and Canada for their recent economic effort against Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. “UK, France, and Canada are engaging in reckless pro-Hamas, [Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions] policies against the Jewish State of Israel — which directly impacts American businesses,” Congressman Gimenez wrote […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a legislative push for new criminal penalties against companies who own, control, or distribute artificial intelligence chatbots that engage in criminal activity. “AI is not a silent tool. It answers the questions, picks the hour, chooses the place, and walks someone through the plan,” Uthmeier said while speaking during […]
The Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) announced its endorsement of Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) for governor by praising his commitment to public safety. "On behalf of the Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police and the more than 24,000 law enforcement officers and families we represent across the […]
Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) is urging Florida residents to take precautions against mosquito-borne illnesses as cases rise statewide. “PSA: Florida Health officials are warning residents as locally acquired dengue cases rise across Tampa Bay,” Congresswoman Luna wrote on X. “As of September 1, [2026], 33 locally acquired cases have been reported in the Tampa […]
President Donald Trump praised Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, calling him one of the best attorney generals in the country while once again backing him in his election bid for a full four-year term. "One of the absolutely best Attorney Generals in the Country is James Uthmeier of the Great State of Florida," Trump wrote […]
A new poll reveals Republicans have lost support from Latino voters in some of the country’s most competitive House districts since 2024. According to a Hart Research for TelevisaUnivision survey of 1,500 Latino registered voters in 17 House swing districts in states including Texas, California, & Florida, Democrats have gained a 58%-35% lead on the […]
Donalds Supports Local Community Control Over AI Data Centers in Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Representative Byron Donalds (FL-19) has continued to... READ MORE. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar: "Always a pleasure to return to El Mañanero con Otaola. Between coffee and Cuban pastelitos, we talk about all the issues affecting our people in Miami: Cuba and […]
David Jolly Expresses Optimism After Another Analysis Moves Florida From 'Safe R' to 'Likely R' Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly shared a dose of optimism... READ MORE. State Rep. Fentrice Driskell: "The fact that there has been no accountability for the theft of $10 million that should have gone towards helping […]
President Donald Trump announced Adam Telle as the acting Army secretary following former secretary Dan Driscoll’s departure. “I am pleased to announce that Adam Telle, the current Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, will become Acting Secretary of the Army, effective immediately,” President Trump wrote on Truth Social. “He is a great Patriot, […]
Florida Education Commissioner Henry Mack announced several leadership and organizational changes to strengthen collaboration and efficiency in the agency's ongoing commitment to education and workforce development. “As Florida continues to lead the nation in education, our organizational structure must support effective collaboration, informed decision-making, and exceptional service to Florida’s students, adult learners, families, and education […]
President Donald Trump threatened to cut trade with certain U.S. trading partners if the Federal Reserve didn’t lower interest rates. “LOWER THE RATE OR I’LL STOP TRADING WITH COUNTRIES WITH WHICH WE HAVE A DEFICIT, which the U.S. Supreme Court, in its ridiculous and very costly Tariff decision, strongly acknowledged, ‘the President’ has an absolute […]
Floridians looking to enjoy the long Labor Day weekend at the beach or at a BBQ can expect a bit more pain at the pump compared to this date last year, according to AAA. As of Sept. 4, the average price for a gallon of gas in the Sunshine State was $3.95, up 81 cents […]
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly shared a dose of optimism heading into the Labor Day weekend as he looks to become the first elected Democrat for Florida governor in over three decades. According to Inside Elections, the gubernatorial contest between Jolly and Republican challenger Byron Donalds has moved from "solid Republican" to "likely Republican" with […]
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Endorses Angie Nixon for Senate Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon shared that she has received... READ MORE. Rep. Darren Soto: "We are TIED at 41% in the battle for FL-9! For years, we’ve delivered. Proud to have strong bipartisan support in Central Florida, the Heartland and the Coast. Let’s keep it going!" […]
