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Miami GOP Secretary's Group Chat Pushes Antisemitism, 'Killing N-ggers' The recent uptick in antisemitic and racist language being disseminated by younger GOP activists nationwide... READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "Notice how the anti-ICE protests stopped and the Iran protests started? It's because these are not grassroots protests, they are coordinated […]
In comments to The Floridian about the ongoing operations against Iran, Representative Scott Franklin (R-FL) argued that the Iranian regime "openly declared war on us," citing previous terror attacks that were conducted through its proxies, including the 1983 Beirut bombing. Despite the confirmed casualties resulting from the strikes (including Capt. Cody A. Khork of Florida), Rep. […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis and several Florida officials mourned the loss of Winter Haven-born U.S. Army Reserve Captain Cody A. Khork after he was killed in a drone strike at a U.S. Army command center in Kuwait on March 1. "First Lady @Casey DeSantis and I are saddened to learn that Army Captain Cody Khork, from […]
U.S. and Ecuadorian military forces have launched joint operations in Ecuador targeting “Designated Terrorist Organizations” within the South American country, U.S. Southern Command revealed in a statement posted on X. U.S. Southern Command confirmed the launch of the operations late Tuesday, in what it described as a "powerful example of the commitment of partners in Latin […]
Former State Rep. Charlie Stone has endorsed gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) for Florida governor, according to a post shared by The Renner War Room account on social media. Support continues to grow across Florida. Former State Representative and Marion County leader Charlie Stone is backing Paul Renner for Governor and the Florida First agenda. pic.twitter.com/IqMA7euDff […]
A U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed on Mar. 4 in a joint press conference with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine, providing updates of the campaign as the U.S.’s “Operation Epic Fury” enters its fourth day against the Islamic Republic. Secretary […]
The Gorillaz are returning to Florida in September for “The Mountain Tour.” Created by musician Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett in 1988, the virtual band released their self-titled album in 2001 to positive reviews. Since then, the fictional group composed of 2-D, Murdoc Niccals, Noodle, and Russel Hobbs, has released critically acclaimed albums that […]
The Department of State (DoS) issued a statement today from Assistant Secretary Dylan Johnson, ensuring the State Department’s role in keeping American citizens in the Middle East safe. DoS confirmed that since Feb. 28, more than 17,500 American citizens have returned safely to the U.S. from the Middle East, with over 8,500 American citizens returning […]
A new poll by the Public Opinion Research Lab at the University of North Florida (UNF) shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with six and 7-point leads over Democratic opponents David Jolly and Jerry Demings, respectively, in the governor's race. The poll found Rep. Donalds at 42% support, while Jolly received 36%, […]
The Senate is set to vote today on whether to limit President Donald Trump’s military operations in Iran through the War Powers Resolution. Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) and Rep. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) have forced a vote on a war powers resolution that would "direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or […]
Florida Congressman Scott Franklin (R) released a statement mourning the death and honoring Winter Haven-born U.S. Army Captain Cody A. Khork, who was killed alongside 5 other servicemen after Iranian drones struck a U.S. Army base in Kuwait, in the opening days of "Operation Epic Fury." “Our entire community joins the Khork family in mourning […]
EXCLUSIVE State Secretary Marco Rubio Affirms the Legality, Objectives For Attacking Iran Shortly after speaking to reporters on Capitol Hill, Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke exclusively with The Floridian... READ MORE. Rep. María Elvira Salazar: “President Trump is writing a new manual on how to confront the regimes of evil.” Senator Ashley Moody: […]
WASHINGTON—Shortly after speaking to reporters on Capitol Hill, Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke exclusively with The Floridian Publisher Javier Manjarres before entering a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) with Senators to discuss military operations against the Islamic Republican of Iran. Secretary Rubio was asked about his thoughts about how Congressional Democrats appear to favor […]
DeSantis Awards Over $13M Through Florida Job Growth Grant to Panhandle Region Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the distribution of over $13 million through Florida's Job Growth Grant Fund... READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Florida is showing how it's done!" Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "The time is now to modernize & upgrade the […]
Florida Congressman Carlos Gimenez (R) asserts that Cuba is “next in line” to see major regime change at the hands of the U.S. and President Donald Trump. After the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran, Gimenez argues that the Communist regime in Cuba is going to be the next domino to fall. “You know, they should […]
The Trump administration is considering providing military protection for oil and gas tankers traversing the Strait of Hormuz in response to increased energy prices following the launch of “Operation Epic Fury” over the weekend, which has led to Iran threatening to attack vessels along the global oil delivery waterway. "It's becoming a growing concern that […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the distribution of over $13 million through Florida's Job Growth Grant Fund to several Panhandle communities for infrastructure improvements while speaking in Pensacola today. The grants include $5 million for the Panama City-Bay County Airport and Industrial District for a new aircraft engine repair station and engine testing facility at Northwest […]
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee, taking on questions about the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown and her leadership of the agency. Sen. Grassley opens the hearing, acknowledging DHS's mistakes At the beginning of the hearing, Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), the committee’s chairman, requested the “utmost decorum” and […]
