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TALLAHASSEE, FL—Senate Democrats stormed out of committee at the introduction of a new bill that would punish anyone who removes, damages, or destroys a Confederate monument or memorial. After a proponent congratulated the bill's fight for "white culture", an intense debate ensued. "This bill creates the Historical Monuments and Memorials Protection Act," SB 1122's sponsor, […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—A sweeping new bill would prohibit banks from dealing in digital currency without completing a comprehensive risk assessment to be approved by the Office of Financial Services. The measure builds on Gov. Ron DeSantis' ban on Florida's use of a federalized central bank digital currency. SB 914, proposed by Republican Sen. Keith Perry, defines […]
Gaetz Leads Charge to Exonerate Trump Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) led over 60 House Republican cosponsors to support a resolution stating that former President Donald Trump (R) “did not engage in insurrection or rebellion against the United States.”...READ MORE House Democrats Poised to Oppose Senate Border Deal Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) spoke to The Floridian and […]
Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) led over 60 House Republican cosponsors to support a resolution stating that former President Donald Trump (R) “did not engage in insurrection or rebellion against the United States.” In a press conference announcing the bill, Rep. Gaetz stated that state governments such as Colorado should not be able to “interfere with […]
Ambassador Haley is directing choice words at Republicans who don’t back the bill, accusing them of trying to “sacrifice national security.”
A bill codifying civil liability protections for mothers of unborn children is steadily progressing through the Florida legislature. Florida Senator Erin Grall (R-29) filed the bill, which was approved by the Judiciary committee along party lines. Specifically, the bill would amend Florida’s ‘Wrongful Death Act’ by shielding mothers from wrongful death actions brought against them […]
A resolution filed by Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez (R-40) seeks to celebrate the economic and cultural ties between the State of Florida and Taiwan. The resolution commends Taiwan for its vibrant relationship with the sunshine state in light of the recently held Taiwanese presidential elections. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP), who claims Taiwan belongs to […]
The Senate bipartisan border deal continues to attract scrutiny and outrage from Republicans. Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) sat down with The Floridian to offer insight on the monetary aspects of the bill, specifically how American taxpayer dollars will find their way back to the cartels. Additionally, Rep. Mills noted that much of the border deal's leaked text […]
Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) spoke to The Floridian and expressed doubts about the newly released Senate border bill. Rep. Frost was asked if President Joe Biden (D) should pursue executive action if the deal ultimately fails in the House of Representatives. According to CNN, the deal would still allow an influx of illegal immigrants […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—The Florida Senate is sticking to its guns in a social media ban for minors. In a rare departure from the Governor, the Republican-led measure outlawing social media accounts for minors—regardless of parental wishes—passed committee down party lines. "If we as a government have identified this harm that is beyond the magnitude of any […]
The Biden Administration has ordered a series of strikes in retaliation for the deaths of three American servicemembers by an Iranian proxy militia in Jordan. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL) discussed the strikes in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Mornings with Maria, saying these should be part of a larger strategy of crippling Iran's ability to fund proxies, […]
Sweeping Defamation Bill Makes it Easier to Sue Journalists (This Bill Will/Should Be Shot Down) TALLAHASSEE, FL—A far-reaching defamation bill united conservatives and liberals in strong opposition, despite a strike-all amendment softening its components. Though the measure removed controversial provisions related to claims of discrimination, it still facilitates the ability to sue a journalist... READ MORE […]
US Representative Maria-Elvira Salazar (R-FL) will lead a House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee hearing into the fight for freedom in Venezuela this Wednesday, January 7th. The hearing will feature Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado as the main witness. Machado overwhelmingly won the Venezuelan opposition party’s recent primary elections. However, Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro’s […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—A new Republican-led bill would expand Florida's Wrongful Death Act to include unborn children. Passing down party lines, Democrats raised concerns of vague language and potential negative implications for abortion providers. "This bill expands Florida's wrongful death act to allow parents of an unborn child to recover civil damages for such unborn child's death […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—A far-reaching defamation bill united conservatives and liberals in strong opposition, despite a strike-all amendment softening its components. Though the measure removed controversial provisions related to claims of discrimination, it still facilitates the ability to sue a journalist. "When you make a false statement, you are committing some kind of negligent act against someone," […]
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) sent out a flurry of posts on social media condemning the recently released bipartisan Senate border deal. The deal would still allow an influx of illegal immigrants into the country through the southern border but provide $20.23 billion for “operational needs and capabilities” as well as resources for the new border […]
Florida State Guard Director Confirmed Amidst Governor's Plan to Deploy Them to Texas TALLAHASSEE, FL—Mere days after Gov. DeSantis announced that the state's version of the National Guard (State Guard) will be sent to the Texas border to fight illegal immigration, U.S. Marine veteran Mark Thieme...READ MORE Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost-Thanks again to @UCFSG at the University […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Mere days after Gov. DeSantis announced that the state's version of the national guard will be sent to the Texas border to fight illegal immigration, U.S. Marine veteran Mark Thieme was unanimously confirmed Monday as the new director for the state guard. This makes Thieme the third director in less than two years. "I […]
