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Rep. Angie Nixon (D-Jacksonville) criticized U.S. Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) and Florida Sen. Rick Scott (R) for introducing separate resolutions in the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate to honor the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, calling it "beyond disrespectful." "That man said some of the most hateful [things] about Black People and […]
The New College of Florida announced it will commission a statue in memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk to "honor his legacy and incredible work" following his assassination at Utah Valley University last week. According to a post by the school, Kirk's statute will be privately funded by community leaders and "stand on campus as […]
Collins Says MAHA Commission Will Push Parental Rights in Immunization BRADENTON — Lt. Governor Jay Collins is standing with Governor Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Jay Ladapo in supporting the state's newly minted Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative, saying that the commission he and First Lady Casey DeSantis sit on is focused on informing […]
Florida Republican Congressman Byron Donalds has been a vocal critic of crime in the capital, aiding in the Trump administration’s federal takeover of Washington, D.C., with his “D.C. Crimes Act.” The bill passed the House with a bipartisan vote of 240-179. “The House has PASSED my bill, HR 4922 – "The DC CRIMES Act" with […]
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) discussed the impact of a second drone strike against a boat from Venezuela allegedly crewed by Tren de Aragua in a recent appearance on Fox News's Faulkner Focus, echoing President Donald Trump's sentiment that "their existence will no longer continue." The new strike, which killed three people aboard the boat, was announced […]
Florida Congressman Byron Donalds (R) introduced a new bill that cracks down on illegal immigrants working in the trucking industry following a deadly crash involving an illegal alien trucker that led to the deaths of 3 people in Fort Pierce, Florida. HR 5177, also known as the ‘WEIGH Act,’ will enforce CDL license and English […]
Jay Collins says he would be 'Perfectly Positioned' to run for Governor against Byron Donalds Lt. Governor Jay Collins says that if he were to run for governor in 2026, he would be in very good shape to take a run at Trump-endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds... READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "Democrats who want […]
In the wake of one of the worst droughts on record, Florida counties are working together to create a more sustainable water future. The Central Florida Water Initiative, on Sept. 13th, approved a 20-year plan that includes Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, and parts of Lake County. As the population continues to grow, officials are seeking […]
Republican Senate President Ben Albritton, along with Republican Sens. Jim Boyd and Jay Trumbull, announced they are endorsing Rep. James Buchanan (R-Sarasota) in his State Senate District 22 bid in a joint statement this week. “As a father of three young children, James is personally invested in Florida's future and committed to keeping our communities […]
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) spearheaded a bipartisan letter demanding reforms to nutrition education and training in American medical education. The letter builds off of a late August announcement by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) calling for the same thing, prompting Reps. Buchanan and Jim McGovern (D-MA) to write to Accreditation Council for […]
Fred Voccola, the New Jersey-born former CEO of Kaseya and now Vice Chair of the company’s board, is testing the waters for a run for mayor of the City of Miami. Little is known about him outside the tech world, but Miami Dade County records disclose that in 1997 he was arrested and pleaded guilty […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that ServiceNow, a global leader in secure data technology, is set to break ground on a new regional headquarters and innovation hub in West Palm Beach. "This is going to be something that is really significant in terms of the jobs that are going to be here. These are all really, […]
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings (D) is reportedly gearing up to run for Florida Governor, and he could be making the announcement soon. Mayor Demings, whose wife and former Rep. Val Demings (D) ran an unsuccessful bid against Senator Marco Rubio (R), is facing accusations of overtaxing and unnecessary county spending. This week, Mayor Demings […]
TALLAHASSEE, Fl-Paul Renner, a Republican candidate for governor of Florida, released a video this week highlighting his life and career. The video offers a visual journey through his experiences, connecting his military experience, legal career, and leadership in state government. Paul Renner served as speaker of the Florida House of Representatives from 2022 to 2024. […]
Tracy Caruso is taking her name out of consideration for House District 87, she announced this week. Caruso was looking to replace her husband, Mike Caruso, in a to-be-determined HD 87 Special Election. “When Mike was first elected, I chose to live in Tallahassee with him—a choice many spouses don’t make,” Tracy said in a statement […]
Jay Collins says he would be 'Perfectly Positioned' to run for Governor against Byron Donalds Lt. Governor Jay Collins says that if he were to run for governor in 2026, he would be in very good shape to take a run at Trump-endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds... READ MORE. Senator Rick Scott: "Proud to see @SecRubio […]
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) unveiled a new bill designed to offer tax breaks to victims of natural disasters. The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2025 would allow tax breaks for victims of federally declared disasters, such as hurricanes and wildfires, until the end of 2026. The bill also extends victims’ ability to make […]
BRADENTON— Lt. Gov. Jay Collins is saying that if he decides to run for governor in 2026, his campaign would be "perfectly positioned" to challenge Rep. Byron Donalds and anyone else running in the Republican gubernatorial primary race, emphasizing that the contest would not be a "DeSantis Team versus Trump Team" contest. But while Florida […]
