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The incinerator has been at the center of controversy as Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levin Cava has suggested that the incinerator stay in Doral, but the suggestion has drawn a divisive response.
MIAMI—Miami Mayor Francis Saurez shared a post on Sunday highlighting President-elect Donald Trump's Hispanic support, which has reached an all-time high. "If you’re surprised by these numbers, then you haven’t been listening to Hispanics," Saurez said on social media. According to YouGov polls, Trump had a 48% favorability rating among Hispanics as of Nov. 26, compared […]
A Miami Senator has filed a bill banning weather modification in Florida, prompted by fears of excess chemicals and amid claims that the government purposely manipulated Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Filed by Republican Sen. Ileana Garcia on Nov. 20, she says Senate Bill 56 will help open up discussions on alleged weather conspiracy theories by […]
Trump Attorney General Nominee Pam Bondi Was Ahead of the Fentanyl Crisis President-elect Donald Trump’s (R) appointee for U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi will likely make the drug (fentanyl) epidemic – especially stemming from the southern border...MUST READ Rick Scott-As a father & a grandfather, I can understand the desire to make life better […]
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has alerted Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro is targeting her 84-year old mother. Machado explained that, for the third time on Sunday, December 1st, “agents of the Maduro regime are harassing my mother in her home. Armed, hooded, and with sirens blasting at full volume.” Venezuela’s recent presidential elections have […]
President-elect Donald Trump (R) has appointed Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister as the next Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) administrator. He will need to be confirmed by the Senate. This move from President-elect Trump appears to be reinforcing a pattern as a large amount of his cabinet positions have come from the State of Florida, such […]
MIAMI - Sen. Ileana Garcia, R-Miami, filed a bill last week for the 2025 legislative session that, if passed, would require stop signs on all school buses and transportation vehicles. "I introduced SB 52 because, as a parent, the safety of our children is my top priority. This proposed legislation seeks to establish uniform safety […]
President-elect Donald Trump’s (R) appointee for U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi will likely make the drug epidemic – especially stemming from the southern border – one of the main priorities while in office should she be confirmed by the Senate. During President Trump’s announcement that he had chosen Bondi to lead the Department of Justice, […]
MIAMI LAKES, Fla. - Miami Lakes Council member Josh Dieguez defeated Vice Mayor Tony Fernandez in a runoff election to become the new Mayor of Miami Lakes on Tuesday. According to the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections, Dieguez received just over 56% of the vote (2,239) to Fernandez's 44% (1,749). Dieguez also won despite a […]
According to Rep. Donalds, ‘we’re leaderless right now," but things will change with the next administration.
State Attorney Dave Aronberg (D) has now praised Pam Bondi (R), assuring that she will work across the aisle to solve the nation's pressing issues.
President-elect Donald Trump’s recent tariff threats to Mexico and Canada over illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking seem to have spurred both nations to attempt to negotiate and appease President Trump’s desires. Trump promised he would “sign all necessary documents to charge Mexico and Canada a 25% Tariff on ALL products coming into the United States” […]
Throughout Thanksgiving week, President-elect Donald Trump (R) has threatened the nations of Mexico and Canada with 25% tariffs, citing illegal immigration concerns from both countries. However, President-elect Trump shared that his recent “wonderful” conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum brought solutions to the table surrounding the migrant crisis at the southern border. Recently, President Sheinbaum […]
Opinion by The Floridian's Jackson Bakich President-elect Donald Trump (R) completed one of, if not the greatest, political comebacks in history this election cycle. His opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris (D), dealt with unique circumstances that put her at an immediate disadvantage. However, she made a critical mistake at the very end of her campaign […]
Florida City to Unveil First President Donald Trump Street? The City of Hialeah is set to consider a resolution to rename Palm Avenue as “President Donald J. Trump Avenue” to recognize President Donald Trump's accomplishments during his first United States presidential term from 2017-2021. ...MUST READ Rep. Anna V. Eskamani, PhD -Grateful for family, friends, and all […]
President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team has reported various threats were made against recent cabinet appointees. The Federal Bureau of Investigation said it was aware of the threats and was working on the issue with law enforcement. “The FBI is aware of numerous bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting incoming administration nominees and appointees, and we […]
President-elect Donald Trump's announcement to impose tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China is a hot topic as their application and impact are subject to discussion. Representative Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) said the proposals show "real leadership" from Trump and expected bipartisan support in Congress for the measures in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Mornings with Maria. […]
HIALEAH, Fla. - The City of Hialeah is set to consider a resolution to rename Palm Avenue as “President Donald J. Trump Avenue” to recognize President Donald Trump's accomplishments during his first United States presidential term from 2017-2021. "The City of Hialeah would like the County to install signage indicating this codesignation on County street […]
