Byron Donalds Challenges David Jolly to Three Debates in Governor's Race

Byron Donalds Challenges David Jolly to Three Debates in Governor's Race

Michael Costeines
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July 21, 2026
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) challenged presumptive Democratic candidate David Jolly to three debates in the governor's race if elected as the Republican nominee through a social media post this week. "David Jolly and I, we have very different views about the future of Florida. My vision is about Florida remaining the […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 7.20.2026 — FL's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today — Cuban Activist Arrives in Miami — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 7.20.2026 — FL's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today — Cuban Activist Arrives in Miami — and More...

Staff Report
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July 20, 2026
Florida's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today: What to Know Florida's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday giving parents, teachers, and students relief on... READ MORE.         Senator Ashley Moody: "Government control of your life is being pushed right here in the US by so-called 'Democratic' Socialists." Rep. Randy Fine: […]
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Florida's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today: What to Know

Florida's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today: What to Know

Michael Costeines
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July 20, 2026
Florida's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday giving parents, teachers, and students relief on backpacks, school supplies, computers, and other items begins today with the new school year less than a month away. The tax holiday runs from July 20 to Aug. 20. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the latest tax holiday approved by the Florida […]
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Ben Butler Promises To Clean Up The 'Bulls**t' In Congress

Ben Butler Promises To Clean Up The 'Bulls**t' In Congress

Joseph Quesada
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July 20, 2026
Agricultural leader and congressional candidate Ben Butler is going after career politicians who “have spent years making promises they never intended to keep," promising to clean up the messes in Congress in a new campaign ad amid his bid for Florida’s 9th Congressional District (FL CD 9). “Growing up on this cattle ranch, I’ve learned […]
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Byron Donalds Introduces Bill to Ensure Taxpayers Don't Suffer Data Center Investment Costs

Byron Donalds Introduces Bill to Ensure Taxpayers Don't Suffer Data Center Investment Costs

Grayson Bakich
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July 20, 2026
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) is introducing a bill ensuring that American taxpayers do not bear the brunt of investment costs in artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. What the Bill Does Rep. Donalds' Protecting Ratepayers Act codifies President Donald Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge launched in April, a voluntary agreement between tech firms and the federal government […]
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UNF POLL: Byron Donalds with Slight Lead Over David Jolly in Governor's Race

UNF POLL: Byron Donalds with Slight Lead Over David Jolly in Governor's Race

Michael Costeines
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July 20, 2026
A new poll by the Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) at the University of North Florida shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with a five-point edge over presumptive Democratic nominee David Jolly in the governor's race. Byron Donalds: 46% David Jolly: 41% Other: 5% The results come after another PORL poll found […]
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Prominent Cuban Activist Arrives In Miami After 5-Year Prison Term

Prominent Cuban Activist Arrives In Miami After 5-Year Prison Term

Joseph Quesada
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July 20, 2026
Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, a Cuban dissident artist and musician, arrived in Miami, Fla., after being released from a five-year prison sentence on the condition that he go into exile. Alcántara’s arrival came as a surprise, as the activist’s whereabouts were unknown since his term’s end on July 9, 2026. The last known update of […]
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Kat Cammack Calls On House To Vote On House Staff Vetting Measure

Kat Cammack Calls On House To Vote On House Staff Vetting Measure

Joseph Quesada
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July 20, 2026
Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-Fla.) is calling on House colleagues and leadership to “immediately bring” her measure – a House Resolution aimed at “strengthen[ing] security standards for congressional staff” – to the House floor for a vote. The amendment, known as House Resolution 500 (H.RES.500), introduces “stronger vetting and transparency standards” to the Rules of the […]
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Lauren Book Pushes More Protections for Children Against Predators in World of A.I.

Lauren Book Pushes More Protections for Children Against Predators in World of A.I.

Michael Costeines
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July 20, 2026
In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, former Florida Sen. Democratic Leader Lauren Book discussed strengthening digital tools to protect children from online predators and scammers amid the growing threat of Artificial Intelligence (AI), if elected to Senate District 30. "I mean, it's absolutely something I worked on when I was there. Certainly, a federal […]
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Rick Scott, Mark Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Bill Modernizing Federal Clean Water Allotment Program

Rick Scott, Mark Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Bill Modernizing Federal Clean Water Allotment Program

Grayson Bakich
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July 20, 2026
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) have teamed up to introduce a bipartisan bill to modernize the federal Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) to meet changing needs rather than remain a fixed allotment system. Context for What the Bill Does The Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) is a joint federal and […]
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JUICE🍊— 7.20.2026 — Republican Candidate Arrested After Threatening to Kill Trump — Greg Steube Introduces Articles of Impeachment — and More...

JUICE🍊— 7.20.2026 — Republican Candidate Arrested After Threatening to Kill Trump — Greg Steube Introduces Articles of Impeachment — and More...

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July 20, 2026
Ex-Marine & FL CD Candidate Arrested After Saying Trump 'Must Be Killed' Former Marine and write-in Republican candidate for... READ MORE.   Rep. Darren Soto: "Critical minerals are in everyday items Americans use—from cell phones and computers to hybrids and EVs. In @EnergyCommerce, we're working to ensure we recycle responsibly and consider public health as […]
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Last Squeeze🍊— 7.17.2026 — Trump Accuses China of 'Meddling' With Elections — District 22 Race Heats up With Influx of Cash — and More...

Last Squeeze🍊— 7.17.2026 — Trump Accuses China of 'Meddling' With Elections — District 22 Race Heats up With Influx of Cash — and More...

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July 17, 2026
Trump Accuses China Of 'Election Meddling' and Claims Deep State Cover-Up During a primetime televised address, President Donald Trump announced... READ MORE.         State Rep. Angie Nixon: "If we want families to be stable, workers respected, and young people to believe in the American dream, unions have to be at the center. […]
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Lauren Book Addresses Rise in Antisemitism, Affordability in SD 30 Bid

Lauren Book Addresses Rise in Antisemitism, Affordability in SD 30 Bid

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
Former Florida Sen. Democratic Leader Lauren Book emphasized the importance of addressing the rise of antisemitism and other issues in her Senate District 30 campaign during a recent interview with The Floridian. SD 30 covers southern Palm Beach County and northern Broward County and includes a large Jewish population. "I think antisemitism is a word […]
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Pinellas County Commissioner Brian Scott Endorses Berny Jacques for HD 59 Re-election

Pinellas County Commissioner Brian Scott Endorses Berny Jacques for HD 59 Re-election

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
Rep. Berny Jacques (R-Seminole) shared he has received the endorsement of Pinellas County Commissioner Brian Scott in his House 59 re-election bid on social media this week. "Since taking office, Berny has been a strong, principled leader who has consistently fought to protect our freedoms, strengthen our economy, and deliver results for the people of […]
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Navy Secretary Affirms No Disciplinary Action On Blue Angels Flyover

Navy Secretary Affirms No Disciplinary Action On Blue Angels Flyover

Joseph Quesada
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July 17, 2026
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao affirmed that no punishments will be given for the recent Blue Angels low-altitude flyover at Pensacola Beach, Florida. “Flight debrief complete; No reprimands; No firings; No problem,” Secretary Cao wrote on X, deeming the jet’s pass “the sound of Freedom!” Blue Angels Confirmed Review Of Safety Procedures Secretary Cao’s statements […]
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ICYMI: James Uthmeier Charges Four for Trafficking 132 Pounds of Cocaine

ICYMI: James Uthmeier Charges Four for Trafficking 132 Pounds of Cocaine

Michael Costeines
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July 17, 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrests of four individuals charged with allegedly trafficking approximately 60 kilograms (132 pounds) of cocaine valued at $2.1 million from El Paso, Texas to Tampa, Florida through a press statement this week. “This operation dismantled a dangerous cartel pipeline flooding Florida communities with cocaine,” Uthmeier said. “Thanks to […]
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Greg Steube Introduces Articles of Impeachment Against Judge Who Released Plane Hijacker from ICE Custody

Greg Steube Introduces Articles of Impeachment Against Judge Who Released Plane Hijacker from ICE Custody

Grayson Bakich
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July 17, 2026
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) has introduced articles of impeachment against Senior District Judge for the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, John E. Steele, for ordering the release of a convicted plane hijacker from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. The Context In 2003, Maikel Guerra Morales, a Cuban national, hijacked […]
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Ex-Marine & FL CD Candidate Arrested After Saying Trump 'Must Be Killed'

Ex-Marine & FL CD Candidate Arrested After Saying Trump 'Must Be Killed'

Joseph Quesada
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July 17, 2026
Former Marine and write-in Republican candidate for Florida’s 5th Congressional District (FL CD 5), William Upham, has been arrested and charged with threatening to kill President Donald Trump. Upham’s arrest comes after he published a video statement on X, claiming President Trump is the “Anti-Christ” and “must be killed.” “We are at war with evil. […]
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