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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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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Trump's DOJ Dismisses Complaint Against Casey DeSantis' Hope Florida and James Uthmeier

Trump's DOJ Dismisses Complaint Against Casey DeSantis' Hope Florida and James Uthmeier

Javier Manjarres
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February 4, 2026
The potential federal criminal case against the Hope Florida Foundation and those involved in $10 million Medicaid settlement scandal that came to light in early 2025 appears to have ended before it began, this according to a source within the Department of Justice (DOJ)  with direct knowledge of the government agency's decision to not move […]
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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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Put Patients First: Free CRNAs to Do the Critical Work They Have Trained For

Put Patients First: Free CRNAs to Do the Critical Work They Have Trained For

Opinion
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January 29, 2026
As the director of the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) program at the University of North Florida, I have been charged with graduating as many doctorally prepared advanced practice nurses as I can in response to the continual anesthesia provider shortage problem. But it is so disheartening to watch graduates cross that stage at commencement, […]
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Eric Stelnicki Scores Coveted Florida Medical Association Endorsement

Eric Stelnicki Scores Coveted Florida Medical Association Endorsement

Javier Manjarres
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January 28, 2026
The race to replace term-limited State Rep. Chip LaMarca in Florida’s 100th house district continues to gain steam as Pediatric Surgeon Eric “Doc” Stelnicki has landed the coveted Florida Medical Association PAC endorsement for his campaign. “The Florida Medical Association PAC is pleased to endorse GOP candidate and physician, Doc Stelnicki in his bid for […]
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Byron Donalds Delivers Epic Smackdown to Republican Gubernatorial Opponents (VIDEO)

Byron Donalds Delivers Epic Smackdown to Republican Gubernatorial Opponents (VIDEO)

Javier Manjarres
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January 28, 2026
TALLAHASSEE—Republican gubernatorial candidate, Rep. Byron Donalds, dropped by the Florida Capitol to meet with Republican leadership and members of the Tallahassee press corp. When asked about how he would deal or manage the attacks his primary rivals have been launching at him, a confident Rep. Donalds levied a epic political smackdown. “My rivals would all […]
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Majority of Florida Sheriffs Back Byron Donalds for Governor

Majority of Florida Sheriffs Back Byron Donalds for Governor

Javier Manjarres
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January 28, 2026
In what appears to be a runaway train of campaign momentum, two more Florida Sheriffs from Okaloosa and Madison County have endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds' campaign for governor in the 2026 midterm elections. Sheriff Eric Aden (Okaloosa) and Sheriff David Harper (Madison) have join Calhoun County Sheriff Michael Bryant, Franklin County Sheriff AJ Smith, Jefferson […]
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Paul Renner Targets, Spoofs Byron Donalds With Unique Social Media Strategy

Paul Renner Targets, Spoofs Byron Donalds With Unique Social Media Strategy

Javier Manjarres
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January 27, 2026
TALLAHASSEE— The 2026 Republican gubernatorial primary election is in full swing, and while Rep. Byron Donalds holds a staggering $40 million+ fundraising advantage over the entire field of gubernatorial candidates, former Speaker of the Florida House Paul Renner, has ramped up his online digs at the Trump-endorsed candidate. Call it a Hail Mary pass or whatever, […]
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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Josie Tomkow in SD 14 Special Election

Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Josie Tomkow in SD 14 Special Election

Michael Costeines
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January 27, 2026
The Florida Chamber of Commerce endorsed Rep. Josie Tomkow (R-Polk City) in her special election bid for Senate District 14 this week. "The Florida Chamber of Commerce endorses Josie Tomkow as Senate District 14's next state senator because of her proven record of defending free enterprise in Florida during her time in the Florida House," […]
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Tom Fabricio Introduces Bill Removing Yellow Decals from Florida License Plates

Tom Fabricio Introduces Bill Removing Yellow Decals from Florida License Plates

Grayson Bakich
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January 26, 2026
State Representative Tom Fabricio (R-110) has introduced legislation that would eliminate the requirement to place a yellow decal on the license plates of Florida-registered vehicles each year. As Florida residents know, renewing your car's registration every year involves going to the DMV to pick up the paperwork or receiving it by mail and then attaching […]
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Dean Black, Debra Tendrich Unveil Florida-Israel Policy & Exchange Initiative

Dean Black, Debra Tendrich Unveil Florida-Israel Policy & Exchange Initiative

Michael Costeines
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January 26, 2026
Reps. Dean Black (R-Jacksonville) and Debra Tendrich (D-Lake Worth) announced the launch of the Florida-Israel Policy & Exchange Initiative to strengthen and promote the relationship between Florida and Israel at the state capitol this week. “The Florida-Israel Policy & Exchange Initiative is intentionally designed to be bipartisan and interfaith,” Rep. Tendrich said in a statement […]
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Florida Senate Passes Bill to Eliminate Red Tape in Public Schools, Boost Efficiency

Florida Senate Passes Bill to Eliminate Red Tape in Public Schools, Boost Efficiency

Michael Costeines
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January 22, 2026
The Florida Senate passed a bill 36-0 this week to cut red tape for public school districts in an effort to boost teacher and student success by giving district leaders more autonomy in policymaking and flexibility on finances and their facilities. Rep. Corey Simon (R-Tallahassee) sponsored the bill, titled Administrative Efficiency in Public Schools, in […]
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Senate Advances Bill Increasing Water Safety Education for Parents

Senate Advances Bill Increasing Water Safety Education for Parents

Michael Costeines
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January 22, 2026
The Senate Committee on Health Policy unanimously favored a bill 11-0 to strengthen lifesaving drowning prevention and safe bathing recommendations for parents of new children delivered through hospitals, birthing centers, and home birth providers during a panel discussion this week. Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith (D-Orlando) filed the bill (SB 606) in the Senate. The bill […]
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Bipartisan Senate Panel Advances Bill on 'Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights'

Bipartisan Senate Panel Advances Bill on 'Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights'

Michael Costeines
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January 21, 2026
The Senate Commerce and Tourism Committee bipartisanly favored a bill 10-0 to establish a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bill of Rights aimed largely at protecting children and Floridians' data privacy during a panel discussion this week. Sen. Tom Leek (R-St. Augustine) sponsored the bill (SB 482) in the Senate. Leek discussed the bill with Republican and […]
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Michael Carbonara Raises $1.7 Million to Unseat Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Michael Carbonara Raises $1.7 Million to Unseat Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Adrian Morgade
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January 20, 2026
Republican candidate Michael Carbonara announced that he has raised $1.7 Million in campaign funds in his pursuit to unseat Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) in Florida’s hotly contested 25th Congressional District. "For far too long, Debbie Wasserman Schultz has been a fixture in Washington, and she's done nothing to help working families struggling with inflation, […]
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James Uthmeier Endorses Jon Maples in HD 87 Election Bid

James Uthmeier Endorses Jon Maples in HD 87 Election Bid

Michael Costeines
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January 20, 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced his endorsement this week of Republican nominee Jon Maples in his race for Florida House District 87. "Jon Maples brings real-life experience, strong values, and a deep commitment to Florida families," Uthmeier wrote in a social media post. "He understands the challenges facing our state and is ready to […]
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