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The Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) approved the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) earlier this week. Passing the SASC was a major legislative hurdle for the NDAA, which seems likely to be approved by the Senate in the coming days. SASC Senators voted 22 to 3 to approve the bill in a […]
Senate Republicans have filed a resolution in anticipation of the two-year anniversary of the US Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade in Dobbs v Jackson. US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) led the resolution, which celebrates SCOTUS’ Dobbs ruling. “I will always support the sanctity of life,” said Rubio. “This anniversary serves as a […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently visited North Korea to bolster its war effort against Ukraine, deepening their alliance. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL) blasted the Biden Administration's apparent lack of concern in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Varney & Co., saying the White House's only response is to send more money to Ukraine. Host Stuart Varney […]
President Joe Biden has finally approved Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ request for a Major Disaster Declaration (MDD) following a series of severe weather events in early May. Northern Florida was rocked by strong storms, winds, and tornadoes on May 10th, 2024. Local media reported three different tornadoes smashed into Florida’s capital, causing dramatic destruction and […]
The United States and Jordan could soon see their present military cooperation expand if a new bipartisan Senate bill is enacted. U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV) introduced the United States-Jordan Defense Cooperation Act to solidify both nations’ military interdependence. If passed, the bill would streamline American arms sales to Jordan and […]
US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) are reigniting a push to demand the ‘Tren de Aragua’ gang be designated as a transnational crime group. Senator Rubio and Representative Salazar had previously requested such designation last March via letter to President Joe Biden. Tren de Aragua is Venezuela’s largest gang with […]
DeSantis Signs Three Healthcare Bills to Address Cancer and Rare Diseases MIAMI, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis signed three healthcare bills into law Tuesday at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, designed to expand certain insurance coverages and increase funding for cancer and rare disease research.... ....READ MORE Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost-BREAKING: Orlando will be getting a U.S. passport agency! […]
In perhaps some news that flew under the radar, former President Donald Trump (R) has endorsed Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) in her reelection effort. President Trump stated that the Florida congresswoman is “working hard” to enable the America First agenda. Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee is an incredible representative for the fantastic people of Florida's 15th […]
MIAMI, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis signed three healthcare bills into law Tuesday at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, designed to expand certain insurance coverages and increase funding for cancer and rare disease research. "[Healthcare budget items] as well as the legislation I will sign here today will have a positive impact on the health...of our children," DeSantis said, […]
Florida’s 25th U.S. Congressional District hopeful Bryan Leib (R) has received the endorsement of Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL). Leib, a public relations professional is attempting to oust longtime congresswoman, Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL). She has been in Congress since 2005. Rep. Donalds said this of Leib: ?ENDORSEMENT ALERT? Thank you for your support, @ByronDonalds! […]
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on “The Ingraham Angle” to discuss the leadership of President Joe Biden (D) after it seemed he was helped off stage by former President Barack Obama (D) at a major fundraiser in California. Fox News’ Laura Ingraham insinuated that President Biden isn’t necessarily making the “momentous decisions” in the White […]
Polls indicate that President Trump is making significant strides in overtaking the election, which could result in a "historic performance."
Hundreds of individuals on the terror watchlist have been encountered at the southern border since President Biden took office, leading to widespread fears of a large-scale terror attack occurring soon. Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently wrote a joint letter to Senate Homeland Security Committee Chair Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) calling for […]
Florida’s political class has united in a bipartisan attempt to rescind the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) hurricane risk reduction projects policy. USACE works to design, plan, construct, and maintain the US’ water resources, army installations, and other public projects. In the past, USACE has cooperated with and overseen sponsors of Florida hurricane risk […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—During National Mosquito Control Awareness Week, Floridians bracing for a volatile and "super-charged" hurricane season are reminded of another growing threat: as tropical conditions increase, so does the presence of the mosquito, the world's deadliest animal. “The world’s top mosquito control scientists and experts are in Florida, working 24/7 to control and mitigate the […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis endorsed Rep. Jenna Persons-Mulicka for a third term in the state House of Representatives, Persons-Mulicka revealed Tuesday morning. "Jenna Persons-Mulicka has been a proven conservative for Lee County in the Florida Legislature and I’m happy to endorse her election," DeSantis said in a quote Persons-Mulicka posted to her X account. "Jenna […]
Earlier in June, President Biden issued an executive order taking action to limit border crossings. Barely two weeks later, Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) claimed in a recent appearance on Fox News's Faulkner Focus that the crisis has only worsened according to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents "because now everybody is rushing to the border." Host […]
Mucarsel-Powell Chastises Scott Over Chinese Garlic Concerns, Backs Supporter of Domestic Socialism U.S. Senate hopeful and former House Representative Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D-FL) poked fun at her political opponent Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) for his distrust of Chinese garlic. ....READ MORE Rep. Brian Mast-Israel is under attack by not only Hamas, but also Hezbollah. Under Joe […]
