Trump Calls Pope Leo 'WEAK' Following His Public Criticism of the War in Iran

Trump Calls Pope Leo 'WEAK' Following His Public Criticism of the War in Iran

Joseph Quesada
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April 13, 2026
President Donald Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV, accusing the pontiff of being “OK” with Iran having a nuclear weapon, following his public condemnation of the conflict in Iran. “Pope Leo is WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy. He talks about 'fear' of the Trump Administration, but doesn’t mention the FEAR that the Catholic […]
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Anna Paulina Luna Files Motion to Expel Eric Swalwell from Congress

Anna Paulina Luna Files Motion to Expel Eric Swalwell from Congress

Grayson Bakich
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April 13, 2026
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) has filed a motion to expel Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) from Congress, following accusations of sexual harassment and assault that continue to grow. The accusations began over the weekend, when four women, including social media content creator Ally Sammarco, came forward with allegations of Rep. Swalwell inappropriately touching them, sending […]
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'We Will Defend Ourselves': Miguel Diaz-Canel Takes Stand Against U.S. Invasion

'We Will Defend Ourselves': Miguel Diaz-Canel Takes Stand Against U.S. Invasion

Joseph Quesada
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April 13, 2026
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel affirmed that the people of Cuba would defend themselves should the U.S. attempt to invade the communist country and depose him. During an interview with NBC News’ “Meet the Press," Diaz-Canel discussed the negative economic and regional security effects that could occur if the U.S. launches a military campaign on the […]
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Trump Announces U.S. Blockade Of Strait Of Hormuz

Trump Announces U.S. Blockade Of Strait Of Hormuz

Joseph Quesada
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April 13, 2026
President Donald Trump has  announced that the U.S. Navy will “immediately” begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, barring “any and all ships trying to enter or leave the Strait of Hormuz.” The announcement comes after the U.S. and the Islamic Republic failed to reach an accord during peace talks in Pakistan. "Effective immediately, […]
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Paul Renner Adds $1 Million to Gubernatorial War Chest, $6.5M Total

Paul Renner Adds $1 Million to Gubernatorial War Chest, $6.5M Total

Michael Costeines
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April 13, 2026
The Paul Renner for Governor campaign recently announced it raised nearly $1 million in the first quarter of 2026 for Paul Renner (R) in his bid to become Florida's 47th governor in November. The new haul brings Renner's fundraising total to just under $6.5 million. "The response across the state has been overwhelming - we […]
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JUICE🍊— 4.13.2026 — Lt. Governor Collins Raises $2.2M — Ted Yoho Endorses Paul Renner — and More...

JUICE🍊— 4.13.2026 — Lt. Governor Collins Raises $2.2M — Ted Yoho Endorses Paul Renner — and More...

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April 13, 2026
Lt. Gov Jay Collins Appears on par With DeSantis' 2018 Gubernatorial Fundraising in Q1 Lt. Governor Jay Collins has raised roughly $2.2 million in his first official fundraising reporting cycle of the 2026 midterm elections... READ MORE. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart: "Nearly 50 years ago, Congress passed the Taiwan Relations Act, the bipartisan cornerstone of the […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 4.10.2026 — Ingoglia Awards $1.4M to Protect Firefighters — American Airlines Resumes Flights to Venezuela — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 4.10.2026 — Ingoglia Awards $1.4M to Protect Firefighters — American Airlines Resumes Flights to Venezuela — and More...

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April 10, 2026
Blaise Ingoglia Awards $1.4M to Protect Firefighters from Cancer-Causing Chemicals Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia announced over $1.4 million in awards... READ MORE.         Rep. Byron Donalds: "I do not support amnesty, and I’ve never co-sponsored H.R. 4393, the ‘Dignity Act.' I have a 100% rating from Numbers USA, because of […]
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Former Florida Congressman Ted Yoho Endorses Paul Renner for Governor

Former Florida Congressman Ted Yoho Endorses Paul Renner for Governor

Michael Costeines
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April 10, 2026
Former State Congressman Ted Yoho announced his endorsement of Paul Renner for Florida governor, citing his conservative leadership, according to a statement released from the Renner campaign this week. "Paul Renner is a tried-and-tested conservative fighter. During my time in Congress, I worked closely with Paul, and I saw firsthand his commitment to conservative principles […]
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Greg Steube Urges Iran to Hold up Their End of Ceasefire 'Agreement'

Greg Steube Urges Iran to Hold up Their End of Ceasefire 'Agreement'

Joseph Quesada
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April 10, 2026
U.S. Rep. Greg Steube (R-Fla.) shared a video clip of his appearance on the Todd Starnes Show, in which he discussed Iran's reliability during the agreed-upon 2-week ceasefire between Washington and Iran amid the nearly 6-week-long conflict. “So, what happens here if Iran does not hold up its side of the agreement?” Starnes asked. “Well, […]
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ICYMI: Sumter County Sheriff Pat Breeden Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor

ICYMI: Sumter County Sheriff Pat Breeden Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor

Michael Costeines
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April 10, 2026
Sumter County Sheriff Patrick “Pat” Breeden announced his endorsement of Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) for Florida governor by praising him as the "law-and-order" candidate in a statement this week. "Byron Donalds understands being a law-and-order state means giving our officers the resources, training, and backing they need to do their jobs safely and effectively," Breeden […]
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Michael Carbonara Takes Moms for Liberty Pledge to Defend Parental Rights

Michael Carbonara Takes Moms for Liberty Pledge to Defend Parental Rights

Grayson Bakich
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April 10, 2026
Michael Carbonara, a Republican challenger to Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) in the 25th Congressional District, is taking the Moms for Liberty Parent Pledge, a formal declaration to protect parental rights in education and medicine. The Moms for Liberty Parent Pledge holds the taker to "honor the fundamental rights of parents, including, but not limited […]
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American Airlines Announces Resumed Flights to Venezuela

American Airlines Announces Resumed Flights to Venezuela

Joseph Quesada
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April 10, 2026
American Airlines announced plans to resume flights to Venezuela “as soon as April 30,” amid pending government approvals and security measures. The airline’s proposal includes “daily nonstop service between Miami (MIA) and Caracas, Venezuela (CSC).” “American was the first airline to announce plans to restart service to Venezuela, and we are encouraged by the progress […]
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Judge Rules Against The Pentagon's Restrictive Press Policy

Judge Rules Against The Pentagon's Restrictive Press Policy

Joseph Quesada
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April 10, 2026
A federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) violated a court order requiring it to restore access to the Pentagon for reporters after the agency’s stringent restrictions on journalists. U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman rebuked the department for attempting to circumvent his March 20, 2026, decision by establishing a new press policy. […]
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Blaise Ingoglia Awards $1.4M to Protect Firefighters from Cancer-Causing Chemicals

Blaise Ingoglia Awards $1.4M to Protect Firefighters from Cancer-Causing Chemicals

Michael Costeines
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April 10, 2026
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia announced over $1.4 million in awards to several Florida fire departments for upgrades to equipment, supplies, and training to protect firefighters from dangerous cancer-causing materials while speaking in Bradenton this week. As CFO, Ingoglia is also Florida's Fire Marshal. "As State Fire Marshal, it is a privilege to support Florida's […]
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Hunter Biden Challenges Trump Sons to 'Cage Match'

Hunter Biden Challenges Trump Sons to 'Cage Match'

Daniel Molina
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April 10, 2026
While Wrestlemania 42 is one week away, the political world could get some early action, as Hunter Biden has challenged Eric Trump and Donald Trump, Jr. to a “cage match.” As America prepares to celebrate its 250th year of Independence, the White House will host UFC Freedom 250 on June 14, 2026. The mixed martial […]
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Sen. Moody and Rep. Bean Announce National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act

Sen. Moody and Rep. Bean Announce National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act

Joseph Quesada
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April 10, 2026
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) announced a new bill designating the only National Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Museum and Memorial in the U.S., located in Jacksonville, Fla., as a National Landmark. U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean (R-Fla.), the House sponsor and original proponent of the legislation, joined Sen. Moody at the former Naval Air […]
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JUICE🍊— 4.10.2026 — Florida Police Benevolent Association Backs Moody — NAPO Endorses Ingoglia for CFO — and More...

JUICE🍊— 4.10.2026 — Florida Police Benevolent Association Backs Moody — NAPO Endorses Ingoglia for CFO — and More...

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April 10, 2026
Florida Police Benevolent Association Endorses Ashley Moody for Senate The Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) announced its endorsement of Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL)... READ MORE. Byron War Room: "Hey, Jay, read the room!" Collins War Room: "True story: When Jay was being handed his green beret, Byron was being handed his orange jumpsuit." Rep. Maxwell […]
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Austin Rogers Raises $725K for Congressional War Chest

Austin Rogers Raises $725K for Congressional War Chest

Grayson Bakich
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April 9, 2026
Austin Rogers, who is one of several Republicans competing to fill in the outgoing Representative Neal Dunn's (R-FL) 2nd Congressional district seat, has managed to collect $725,000 in campaign funding in just over two months after filing to run on January 29, 2026. Rogers, a former general counsel to Senator Rick Scott (R-FL), personally supplied […]
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