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Former Brevard County School Board member Jennifer Jenkins has announced that she is running for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. Jenkins, arguably becomes the most recognizable Democrat in the race as she looks to defeat Republican Ashley Moody for the seat next fall. "We've let MAGA extremists and out-of-touch billionaires take over our country, […]
The nation has received its report card, and the findings show that U.S. students are struggling at historic lows.
Following the lead of Missouri U.S. Senator Josh Hawley, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, and Congressman Byron Donalds, The Floridian reports that they support legislation mandating the display or inscription of the national motto, "In God we Trust," in every federal building. Rep. Donalds, who has received President Donald Trump's endorsement in his 2026 gubernatorial race, […]
Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) and all of Florida’s Congressional Democrats called on Governor Ron DeSantis to reverse the state’s recently updated vaccination policies. Last week, Governor DeSantis unveiled a revision to Florida’s vaccination policy plan that aims to eliminate state-mandated vaccinations. Florida’s House Republicans were invited to sign on to the request, which […]
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) has introduced legislation strengthening the enforcement of English language proficiency requirements for truck drivers.
Gov. Ron DeSantis celebrated after Florida was ranked number one in “Education Freedom” for the fourth year in a row by the Heritage Foundation. The honor, released last week, praised Florida for having an expansion of school choice and support of parental rights in taking the top spot again. “In Florida, we are committed to […]
The rivalry between the United States and Venezuela is coming to a head as Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is accusing President Donald Trump (R) of a “Hollywoodized” war. READ MORE.
The rivalry between the United States and Venezuela is coming to a head as Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is accusing President Donald Trump (R) of a “Hollywoodized” war. READ MORE.
Florida GOP Chairman Evan Power is accusing Broward County Supervisor of Elections Joe Scott of adding more than 100K ineligible voters back to the county voter rolls in what Power is calling a clear indication of voter fraud.
Representatives Neal Dunn (R-FL) and Danny K. Davis (D-IL) have introduced bipartisan legislation to improve Medicaid care for patients who have sickle cell disease (SCD).
Republican George Moraitis announced an endorsement from Congressman Greg Steube (R-Sarasota) as he looks to win Florida’s 23rd Congressional District election against a formidable democratic opponent next November.
Florida Sen. Rick Scott (R) shared a side-by-side comparison of Florida and New York to highlight each state's economic situation as New York City faces a looming mayoral election with a democratic socialist ahead in the race. "Thanks to far-left New York policies, people keep moving to Florida—and it’s not just for the sunshine," Scott […]
The rivalry between the United States and Venezuela is coming to a head as Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is accusing President Donald Trump (R) of a “Hollywoodized” war.
Florida Democratic Representative Kathy Castor has introduced amendments to the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in support of the health of service members, safe housing for military families, and higher pay. Rep. Castor, in a press conference, emphasized the need to protect medical institutions like the Sabal Park Clinic due to its […]
Florida Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced that the state has removed more than 17,000 packages of 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) from retail stores across the state on Monday. The announcement comes after Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier classified 7-OH, a chemical compound found naturally in the kratom plant, as a Schedule I controlled substance in August. "Our […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a Second Amendment sales tax holiday during a press conference in Tampa on Monday. The holiday will run from Sept. 8 through Dec. 31st, and include items such as guns and ammunition tax-free. READ MORE.
Representative Sheila Cherfilus McCormick (D-FL) has introduced legislation protecting renters and homeowners in the wake of federally declared natural disasters.
Florida Congressman Randy Fine (R) plans to introduce legislation to hold judges accountable following the horrific stabbing death of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, on a Charlotte light rail train last month. According to Fox News, Zarutska was riding the Lynx Blue line on Aug. 22 when she was stabbed to death multiple times […]
