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President Donald Trump’s campaign is crediting President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ administration for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) reported insufficient emergency funding to endure the hurricane season. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas claimed on Tuesday afternoon FEMA “does not have the funds to make it through the (hurricane) season.” FEMA’s […]
MIAMI - Miami-Dade Democratic sheriff candidate James Reyes broadly thanked five Miami-Dade County Commissioners for their endorsements on Thursday. "It’s a true honor to earn the endorsements of our trusted County Commissioners who work day in and day out to strengthen our community, guide us into the future, and support our public safety efforts," Reyes […]
As Florida and other states recover from Hurricane Helene, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working to assist in the effort. Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) has introduced bipartisan legislation to authorize additional FEMA funding in the wake of the storm, with Representative Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) saying, "Americans are counting on us, and we […]
Hours after the White House announced that President Joe Biden on Thursday morning would fly to three Florida cities to survey the damage from Hurricane Helene, Gov. Ron DeSantis' team posted that the Florida governor would have a press conference in a different county at the same time as Biden's arrival. Online rumblings whisper that […]
After six fires caused by electric vehicles erupted during Hurricane Helene, Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis is blasting proponents of the compromised cars—imploring the "cronies" to come to Florida and "have a look-see." Saltwater storm surges brought by the Category 4 Helene doused homes, buildings, and, yes—electric vehicles with lithium-ion batteries. 16 fires related to […]
The Iranian missile attack on Israel has earned ferocious bipartisan condemnation and criticism from Congress, with Florida's delegation hosting some of the loudest voices. More support for the Jewish State came in throughout Tuesday from Florida Congressmen on X (formerly Twitter). Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) was one of several Republicans who have attacked the […]
US Senator Rick Scott’s (R-FL) Enhanced Presidential Security Act was recently signed by President Joe Biden. The Enhanced Presidential Security Act, led by Representatives Mike Lawler and Ritchie Torres in the House of Representatives, unanimously passed the Senate after passing with a bipartisan and unanimous 405-0 vote in the House. The bill would provide presidential […]
Florida Rep. Byron Donalds (R) is now praising Senator Vance for his debate performing, calling him a “leader” who will be the country’s next vice president.
Hurricane Helene Fallout: DeSantis Blasts Dockworkers' Strike Amid Looming Supply Crisis Following the widespread destruction of Hurricane Helene, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday scathed the thousands of East Coast dockworkers and longshoremen...READ MORE Marco Rubio-Israel should respond to Iran the way the U.S. would respond if some country launched 180 missiles at us And they should do in […]
Following the widespread destruction of Hurricane Helene, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday scathed the thousands of East Coast dockworkers and longshoremen who stopped working Tuesday as "unacceptable" after they went on strike in hopes of higher wages and automation protections. As members of the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), their work grinding to a halt will […]
Despite some pushback from the No to 2 campaign, the Bass Pro Shop founder has shared his unwavering support for Amendment 2.
Gun rights enthusiasts and supporters argue that guns do not kill people, while gun control advocates counter that argument by saying that is wholly the gun’s fault. As America begins to vote in this presidential election cycle, Democrats have once again begun to blame gun violence on the actual weapon and not the person who […]
Fresh off of a court victory, Gov. Ron DeSantis has resumed his campaign against a Florida abortion amendment after a brief political pause due to Hurricane Helene. This time, he's raising alarms about "taxpayer-funded" abortions. Gov. DeSantis took to social media Tuesday evening to warn Floridians that the ballot initiative, called Amendment 4, will lead […]
Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Rick Scott (R-FL) and a flurry of Florida U.S. House Representatives from both parties have called for emergency state block grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) following Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in the Sunshine State. It has caused formidable damage to Florida and North Carolina as infrastructure […]
According to the latest polling numbers from the Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) Center for Political Strategy, former President Donald Trump (R) and Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) still maintain a commanding lead with just over 30 sleeps until election day. Once again, former President Trump is receiving about the same amount of support from Floridians […]
MIAMI - Miami-Dade Republican sheriff candidate Rosie Cordero-Stutz announced Monday that she has been endorsed by former Miami Beach Democrat Mayor Philip Levine. "I am truly honored to have the support and endorsement of former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine. "His leadership and commitment to our community have been remarkable, and I’m grateful for his […]
Vice Presidential nominees James D. Vance and Tim Waltz faced off in a Vice Presidential debate featuring policy-heavy, professional, and civilized discussions. JD Vance demonstrated his oratory superiority as a US Senator for Ohio as he spoke directly to voters, focused on policy, and poignantly criticized Vice President Kamala Harris. The two candidates sparred on […]
US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has requested Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to reconvene the Senate to pass relief legislation for Hurricane Helene. Senator Scott’s request anticipates federal agencies’ damage assessments to determine Helene’s impact and the appropriate amount of federal funds needed to help recovery efforts. Helene slammed into Florida’s gulf coast late […]
