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Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill to combat terrorist groups by creating a state-level process for designating groups as domestic or foreign terrorist organizations while speaking at a press conference in Tampa today. "The legislation [that] we'll sign today is the strongest action Florida has ever taken to protect its people from this [jihad] influence," […]
Ola Hawatmeh (R), one of several Republican hopefuls looking to replace Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) in Florida's 19th Congressional District, held nothing back in condemning the traditional Islamic legal theory of Sharia law, saying it is "savage and inhumane" while vowing to join the Sharia-Free America Caucus if she gets sent to Washington in November. […]
The U.S. House of Representatives rejected a Senate-passed bill that would fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – excluding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) – during a pro forma session. Amid a two-week Congressional spring recess, the House held a brief, “perfunctory” meeting known as a pro forma […]
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) took to social media to commend the death of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps’ (IRGC) Intelligence Chief, Majid Khademi, following a precision strike by Israel Defense Forces (IDF). “Good riddance. The IRGC has been killing and terrorizing our people for DECADES,” Sen. Scott expressed. “President Trump’s leadership is making America SAFER […]
Over the weekend, State Secretary Marco Rubio and the U.S. State Department announced the arrest of the niece and grandniece of the deceased Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Military Officer, Qasem Soleimani. In a post on X, Secretary Rubio revealed that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter following […]
Former Democratic State Senator Janet Cruz announced her endorsement of Democrat David Jolly for Florida governor in a recent post through social media. "Florida's strength is our diversity. David Jolly will be a Governor for ALL people," Cruz wrote. "David also deeply understands our Gulf and beaches economy and will fight to protect our environment […]
U.S. Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez (R-Fla.) spoke with Fox News to discuss the Cuban government’s recent pardon and release of over 2,000 prisoners amid increased pressure from the Trump administration. “The regime in Havana is on the brink. Thanks to President Trump’s & Sec. Rubio’s leadership, the dictatorship is weaker than ever before,” the Congressman captioned in […]
Over the weekend, President Donald Trump took to social media to issue expletive-filled threats against Iran’s infrastructure as he issued another deadline for the Islamic Republic to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped in one, in Iran,” President Trump warned in a post via Truth […]
'We Don't Buy It': Salazar Critiques Cuba's Prisoner Pardons U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) shared her doubts regarding the Cuban government’s announcement... READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "When people talk about affordability in Florida, it's not abstract. It's the monthly insurance bill. It's rent going up. It's property taxes creeping higher. Those are […]
Florida Senate Leaders Endorse Josie Tomkow in SD 14 Rematch Senate President-Designate Jim Boyd (R-Bradenton) and Sen. Jay Trumbull (R-Panama City) announced... READ MORE. Republican Party of Florida Chair Evan Power: "The Democrats ideas are so radical they are running their own party members out of politics." Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "#SOSCuba […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis and several Republican and Democratic leaders celebrated Good Friday and Easter Sunday across social media this weekend. "Wishing everyone a meaningful Good Friday as we commemorate Christ’s passion and death," DeSantis wrote. Wishing everyone a meaningful Good Friday as we commemorate Christ’s passion and death. pic.twitter.com/79c5F1L4Ii — Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) April 3, […]
The Republican Party of Duval County praised Sheriff T.K. Waters and the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office for "historic" decreases in murders and property crime in the City through a statement this week. In a statement, the Duval GOP reported that Jacksonville saw a 53.91% decline in murders in 2024, a 15.6% decrease in overall crime in […]
U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) shared her doubts regarding the Cuban government’s announcement of its release of over 2,000 prisoners in a post on the social media platform X. “We’ve seen this before,” Rep. Salazar wrote. “The regime releases a few for headlines while hiding the truth and keeping political prisoners behind bars.” Cuba's […]
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli announced that federal officials arrested eight people – including three nurses, a chiropractor, and a psychologist – accused of several health care fraud schemes totaling $50 million from Medicare and other insurance companies throughout Southern California. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the arrests were conducted in coordination with […]
A U.S. fighter jet was shot down over Iran, according to three U.S. sources who confirmed Iranian state media reports. The attack marks the first known loss of a jet within the Islamic Republic since the launch of “Operation Epic Fury,” the joint U.S.-Israel military operation against Tehran. A search-and-rescue operation by U.S. Special Forces […]
President Donald Trump unveiled his budget proposal for the 2027 fiscal year, seeking $1.5 trillion in defense spending – a $445 billion increase from the previous year and the largest request in decades. According to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), the proposal for military spending included $1.1 trillion for the Department of Defense (DoD) for […]
Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) discussed the Iran conflict in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Evening Edit, saying "this is our opportunity, our hinge point," to end the threat of the Iranian regime permanently. Oil and gas prices spiking as a result of the Strait of Hormuz being blocked has been the most immediate effect of […]
Senate President-Designate Jim Boyd (R-Bradenton) and Sen. Jay Trumbull (R-Panama City) announced their endorsement of Republican Josie Tomkow in her attempt to retake Florida's Senate District 14 seat in November. "Josie Tomkow is an independent thinker with a proven record of getting things done. She has fought to make Florida safe for our families, worked […]
