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Paul Renner Proposes Federal Ban on Muslim Immigration to United States During a press conference this week, Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) announced he would promote a federal ban on Muslim immigration... READ MORE. State Rep. Juan C. Porras: "Our state needs all of these conservative fighters to continue making […]
U.S. Secretary of the Department of Agriculture (USDA) Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of a national public awareness campaign aimed at promoting “Product of USA” labels reserved exclusively for meat, poultry, and egg products produced from animals born, raised, harvested, and processed in the U.S. “Our great patriot ranchers and producers grow, raise, and […]
Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez (R-Fla.) shared his support for the Chilean government's decision to withdraw its backing for the candidacy of former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet as Secretary-General of the United Nations (U.N.). “In the United States Congress, we know that Michelle Bachelet is little more than a mouthpiece for the dictatorships and socialist regimes […]
During a press conference this week, Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) announced he would promote a federal ban on Muslim immigration to the United States that is "permanent and comprehensive" if elected governor. "We have to be realistic and honest; the long-term compatibility of Islam in this country does not exist," Renner said. "We […]
Frank Sinatra never quite got someone to fly him to the moon, but if things go according to plan, President Donald Trump's "national space policy" could see Americans stay on the moon. Sinatra would be proud. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced today that the United States is looking to “return Americans to the Moon,” which […]
According to public records, President Donald Trump cast a mail-in ballot in Florida’s special election despite his public outcry against the voting method and his efforts to restrict the practice. Records from the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections show that President Trump voted by mail in a special election for Florida’s 87th district statehouse […]
The U.S. Senate is finalizing an agreement to advance the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) funding stalemate and end the partial government shutdown that has stretched for nearly six weeks. The impasse has affected several agencies, including the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). A group of Senate Republicans met with President Donald Trump at the White […]
The U.S. Senate confirmed Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Monday, marking him the second secretary to lead the department during President Donald Trump’s second term. Sen.Mullin's confirmation follows DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s firing amid increased public backlash over the Trump administration’s efforts at immigration enforcement and […]
Secretary Marco Rubio Testifies in Federal Corruption Case in Miami MIAMI — Secretary of State Marco Rubio will testify Tuesday morning in the federal trial of former Congressman David Rivera, who has been accused of secretly lobbying for the...READ MORE Florida GOP Issues Final Voting Push Ahead of Three State Elections The Republican Party of Florida […]
A bipartisan bill was introduced in the U.S. Senate on Monday seeking to prohibit prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket from listing or accepting transactions related to sporting events and “casino-style games” such as slot machines, video poker, blackjack, and bingo. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that the bill, co-sponsored by Sens. Adam Schiff […]
Florida Lawmakers Call out 'Deadbeat' Spain for Not Paying it's Debts The country of Spain has long been known for its paella, flamenco, sangria, among other things... READ MORE. Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly: "One of the best parts of this campaign is having real conversations with Floridians about the challenges we […]
The Republican Party of Florida issued a final get-out-the-vote push on social media for three special elections occurring across the state on Tuesday. The three special elections are House District 51, House District 87, and Senate District 14. House District 51 Republican Hilary Holley Democrat Edwin Perez Area: part of Polk County (Central Florida) Analysis: […]
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments today in a case from Mississippi involving the state’s law that allows the counting of mail ballots arriving at election offices after Election Day, leaving the conservative majority skeptical of the potential of voting fraud. The court challenge could affect voters in 13 other states, including Washington, D.C., which […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the conviction of a Jacksonville man for engineering a scheme to smuggle drugs and contraband using drones into Florida prisons while speaking at a press conference in Milton today. Mario Crawford, 36, was sentenced to 81 years after an investigation into a crashed drone filled with contraband, including cell […]
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents were deployed to U.S. airports today after President Donald Trump announced that he would deploy hundreds of immigration officers to help supplement the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The move comes amid a partial government shutdown that has led to TSA staff working without pay and long lines at security […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the signing of the Florida Farm Bill during a press conference in Sebring today. SB 290Â includes safeguards for agricultural operations, public safety improvements, natural resource and rural land protection, and food supply enhancements across the state. "We do continue the momentum for preserving land in rural communities, particularly with respect to […]
CPAC Hungary Delivers Media Boost for PM Victor Orbán BUDAPEST— The highly anticipated 2026 CPAC Hungary took place and the sponsors of the event... READ MORE. Florida House Democrats: “DeSantis rejects gas tax pause! This would save Floridians $.25/gal, despite the fact that Fl did it in 2022 (right before his re-election).” Rep. Carlos […]
A newly released report indicates that officers at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in Manhattan, N.Y., were dumping an “unusual” amount of shredded material just days after Epstein’s death. The report comes from The Miami Herald, which analyzed thousands of documents by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) related to deceased financier and convicted child […]
