Florida Democrats Respond to Supreme Court Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs

Florida Democrats Respond to Supreme Court Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs

Adrian Morgade
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February 20, 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that President Donald Trump’s “emergency tariffs” violated federal law and are deemed illegal.  Chief Justice John Roberts and the court agreed in a 6-3 vote that the tariffs exceeded the law. The court, however, did not say what should happen to the more than $130 billion in tariffs that […]
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz Slams VA Policy Change, Claims it will Threaten the Lives of Countless Veterans

Debbie Wasserman Schultz Slams VA Policy Change, Claims it will Threaten the Lives of Countless Veterans

Adrian Morgade
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February 20, 2026
Florida Congresswoman and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Ranking Member Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D), alongside Connecticut Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D) released a joint statement this week, slamming the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for suspending their cooperation with the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), removing barriers that prevent individuals who may pose a threat to themselves […]
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House Greenlights Plan to Phase Out Non-School Property Taxes, Path in Senate Unclear

House Greenlights Plan to Phase Out Non-School Property Taxes, Path in Senate Unclear

Michael Costeines
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February 19, 2026
The Florida House of Representatives passed a joint resolution placing a constitutional amendment on the November 2026 ballot to erase all non-school property taxes on homesteaded homes in the lower chamber this week. The joint resolution (HJR 203) passed 80-30 along party lines, with all Republicans supporting the motion and Democrats opposing it. Rep. Monique […]
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Sheriff Mike Chitwood Rescinds his Endorsement of Randy Fine

Sheriff Mike Chitwood Rescinds his Endorsement of Randy Fine

Daniel Molina
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February 19, 2026
Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) recently made headlines by sharing inflammatory remarks on social media, and the criticism from both sides of the aisle is mounting. In a Facebook post, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood, who endorsed Rep. Fine for Congress last month, has announced that he is rescinding his endorsement. Sheriff Chitwood's endorsement first came […]
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Florida Senate Democratic Caucus Designates Shevrin Jones as Senate Leader

Florida Senate Democratic Caucus Designates Shevrin Jones as Senate Leader

Michael Costeines
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February 18, 2026
The Florida Senate Democratic Caucus voted this week to designate Sen. Shevrin "Shev" Jones (D-Miami Gardens) as its next Senate Democratic Leader for the 2028-2030 legislative term. “I could not be more thrilled for my friend and a fierce fighter for all Floridians, Sen. Shevrin Jones, as he assumes this mantle of leadership in the […]
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Florida House Passes Bill Designating American Flamingo the Official State Bird

Florida House Passes Bill Designating American Flamingo the Official State Bird

Michael Costeines
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February 13, 2026
The Florida House of Representatives passed a bill 112-1 this week to designate the American flamingo as Florida's state bird and the Florida scrub jay as the state's songbird. The lone 'No' vote was from Rep. Alex Andrade (R-Pensacola). Under the bill, HB 11, the American flamingo would replace the northern mockingbird as Florida's official […]
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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses James Buchanan in SD 22 Race

Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses James Buchanan in SD 22 Race

Michael Costeines
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February 12, 2026
The Florida Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Rep. James Buchanan (R-Sarasota) in his State Senate District 22 bid, announcing the support through a release this week. “James Buchanan has free enterprise in his blood and entrepreneurialism in his DNA, making him a natural choice for the Florida Chamber to endorse as Senate District 22’s next […]
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House Vote Ends Trump Imposed Tariffs on Canada

House Vote Ends Trump Imposed Tariffs on Canada

Adrian Morgade
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February 12, 2026
President Donald Trump’s tariffs against Canada were overturned in a 219-211 House vote this week. President Trump’s tariffs have been controversial since their widespread introduction at the beginning of his second term, with many Democrats fearing the tariffs will only drive up costs for the average American. According to the Central Budgeting Office (CBO), estimates […]
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House Republicans Form 38-Member Sharia-Free America Caucus

House Republicans Form 38-Member Sharia-Free America Caucus

Ericka Piñon
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February 11, 2026
38 House members have joined forces to create the Sharia-Free America Caucus, warning that Sharia contradicts the U.S. Constitution and threatens American freedoms. The group is pushing for laws that would prevent judges from considering Islamic law in their decisions and restrict entry to the country for individuals who adhere to Sharia principles. The caucus […]
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Florida Lawmakers Call for USDA Disaster Declaration Amid Florida Freeze

Florida Lawmakers Call for USDA Disaster Declaration Amid Florida Freeze

Adrian Morgade
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February 11, 2026
Florida Representatives Kat Cammack (R) and Vern Buchanan (R) led a delegation of Florida lawmakers in sending a letter to the USDA, urging the federal organization to issue a "Disaster Declaration" for Florida farmers amidst recent freezing temperatures. “THIS IS A NATIONAL SECURITY ISSUE! Florida farmers are facing a devastating crop crisis caused by freezing […]
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Florida Lawmakers Celebrate Return of Political Prisoner Juan Pablo Guanipa

Florida Lawmakers Celebrate Return of Political Prisoner Juan Pablo Guanipa

Adrian Morgade
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February 10, 2026
Former First Vice President of the National Assembly of Venezuela, Juan Pablo Guanipa, who was rearrested after being released from a previous arrest under Nicolás Maduro’s regime, was released after much public outcry and pressure from the U.S.  “I confirm that my father, Juan Pablo Guanipa, is at my home in Maracaibo. We are relieved […]
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz Calls Out Trump for Supporting Delcy Rodriguez

Debbie Wasserman Schultz Calls Out Trump for Supporting Delcy Rodriguez

Adrian Morgade
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February 9, 2026
Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) recently appeared in an interview on NBC 6, where she criticized President Donald Trump and his administration for continuing to support interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez despite her ties to former President Nicolás Maduro. “Delcy Rodriguez is responsible for carrying out the brutality, the brutal orders of Nicolas Maduro,” […]
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Mario Díaz-Balart, Carlos Gimenez Urge Trump to Pressure Cuba

Mario Díaz-Balart, Carlos Gimenez Urge Trump to Pressure Cuba

Adrian Morgade
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February 9, 2026
Florida Congressmen Mario Díaz-Balart (R) and Carlos Gimenez (R) are urging President Donald Trump to place maximum pressure on Cuba, arguing that the Communist government is weaker than it has ever been. “I’ve been here 65 years, I don’t think I’ve ever seen the regime as weak as it is right now,” Rep. Gimenez said […]
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The Cost of Staying Alive: Why Biosimilar Drugs Are the Relief Patients Have Been Praying For

The Cost of Staying Alive: Why Biosimilar Drugs Are the Relief Patients Have Been Praying For

Opinion
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February 9, 2026
By Angie Wong For millions of people, a serious diagnosis comes with two types of fear. First, there is the fear of the disease — the cancer, the Crohn’s, the rheumatoid arthritis. But quickly, a second, sharper fear takes over: Will I be able to afford the help I need? I’ve witnessed friends and family discover the […]
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Carlos Gimenez Questions the Need for More ICE Detention Centers

Carlos Gimenez Questions the Need for More ICE Detention Centers

Adrian Morgade
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February 4, 2026
Florida Congressman Carlos Gimenez (R) commented on the recent evaluations conducted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for a new detention facility in Orlando. The facility ICE is potentially looking at is a large warehouse in Orlando intended to address increasing capacity needs as other detention centers are beginning to exceed maximum capacity. In an […]
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Rick Scott Slams Chuck Schumer for Calling ‘SAVE Act’ a 'Racist' Bill

Rick Scott Slams Chuck Schumer for Calling ‘SAVE Act’ a 'Racist' Bill

Adrian Morgade
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February 2, 2026
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) slammed New York Democratic Senator and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer for his statement on the ‘SAVE Act.’ “Here we go again….according to [Chuck Schumer], it’s racist to ensure only American citizens vote in our elections. After Biden & Schumer allowed MILLIONS of illegal aliens to flood into the U.S., […]
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Carlos Gimenez Presses Mexico Over Aid to Cuba

Carlos Gimenez Presses Mexico Over Aid to Cuba

Adrian Morgade
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February 2, 2026
Florida Congressman Carlos Gimenez (R) released a statement questioning Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s continued plans to send humanitarian aid to Cuba despite pressure from Congress and President Donald Trump. “#SOSCuba From the United States Congress, we do not understand President Sheinbaum's eagerness to continue undermining the policy of our country,” Rep. Gimenez shared in a […]
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THE LOUNGE — 1.31.2026 — Property Taxes, Property Taxes, Property Taxes — EOG Pushawgate Fallout— and More...

THE LOUNGE — 1.31.2026 — Property Taxes, Property Taxes, Property Taxes — EOG Pushawgate Fallout— and More...

Staff Report
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January 31, 2026
DeSantis's Political Aide Put on ICE Tallahassee is still buzzing about Pushawgate. After Governor Ron DeSantis' aide decided to out herself for working to derail Rep. Byron Donalds' gubernatorial campaign by working with James Fishback, a parasitic "candidate" for governor who could be on the verge of finding himself behind bars, the Executive Office went […]
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