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Dean Francis has built a national campaign around his son Cameron’s story. Through End Kratom Addiction, he tells lawmakers and the public that Cameron, a former college athlete, had his life destroyed by natural kratom leaf. Francis has publicly claimed Cameron’s addiction was “strictly” kratom leaf powder. But the available public record tells a different […]
Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) is asking Fox News CEO Suzanne Scott and Newsmax CEO Christopher Ruddy to host one or more debates for governor on their networks next month, in a letter sent to both executives on Wednesday. "As Florida goes, so goes the conservative movement. It is critical that our Republican primary […]
DeSantis Warns of 'Dangerous Trend' in Democratic Party After New York City Elections Gov. Ron DeSantis reacted after three New York Democratic congressional candidates... READ MORE. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz: "Honored to have the support of former Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors Mayor Jack Seiler." Rep. Cory Mills: "Protecting our shorelines is key to […]
Jay Collins Touts Military Service, Relationship with DeSantis in Campaign Ad Lt. Gov. Jay Collins launched a multi-million-dollar campaign ad this week... READ MORE. Senator Rick Scott: "Let’s vote on the SAVE America Act every day until we get the job DONE." Rep. Cory Mills: "The Second Amendment doesn’t stop at […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized the Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) for not having a scheduled gubernatorial debate, including at the party's upcoming Sunshine State Showdown, while taking questions at a press conference in Bradenton this week. "I think you should have debates. I think that that's important. This is a difficult state to get known […]
Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) questioned the efficacy of levying fines on universities for grant fraud in a recent House Science, Space, and Technology Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight hearing, arguing that "repeat offenders" still receive federal research grants, rendering such fines moot. Haridopolos's Opening "A bank robber, Willie Sutton, was once asked, 'Why do you rob […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis reacted after three New York Democratic congressional candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist, won their primaries on Tuesday night while speaking at a press conference in Bradenton. The progressive candidates, Claire Valdez, Brad Lander, Darializa Avila Chevalier are all likely favorites to win their general […]
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins has launched a multi-million-dollar campaign ad this week highlighting his military service and conservative record alongside Gov. Ron DeSantis in his bid for Florida governor. The 30-second ad, titled “Back in the Fight," will run on linear television, digital streaming, and social media as Lt. Gov. Collins looks to springboard his […]
The Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration appears to be in a constant whirlwind of victories and losses, as federal judges across the country rule in favor of and against policies aimed at tackling illegal immigration. Amid an appeals court victory that allowed the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to resume expanded expedited deportations without due […]
In a rare legislative effort, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the largest housing legislation in decades as legislators seek to tackle the affordability crisis across the country. The bill, known as the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, passed 358-32 in the House after House GOP leaders expedited the legislation in response to the […]
Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) shared... READ MORE. Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly: "I’m proud to have the support of the Florida AFL-CIO and the working families they represent across our state. Gwen and I are building a campaign focused on affordability, stronger […]
Florida AFL-CIO, Florida Education Association Endorse David Jolly for Governor Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly announced that he has been endorsed by... READ MORE. Rep. Brian Mast: "I'm proud to have officially qualified to be on the ballot this November." Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson: "What an incredible night at Fenco Farms […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) shared he has been endorsed by the Florida Chamber of Commerce through a press release this week. The Florida Chamber of Commerce (FL Chamber), the state's largest business organization, represents over 139,000 businesses and advocates for over three million private-sector employees across the state. “Florida is changing. […]
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly announced that he has been endorsed by the Florida AFL-CIO and the Florida Education Association for Florida governor through posts on social media this week. "Florida’s workers keep our state moving. I’m proud to have the support of the Florida AFL-CIO and the working families they represent across our state," […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier signed an emergency rule broadening the state's ban on highly concentrated 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), or synthetic Kratom, and other related chemical products being sold in the state while speaking in Tampa this week. “Today I signed an emergency rule because these dangerous concentrated 7-OH products present an imminent hazard to the […]
(SOURCES) Alligator Alcatraz Immigration Facility to Close Down "Alligator Alcatraz," Florida's illegal alien immigration detention facility in the Everglades... READ MORE. Senatorial Candidate Alex Vindman: "Costs are out of control, but career politicians like Ashley Moody are busy padding their own pockets instead of working for you." Republican Party of Florida Chairman Evan Power: […]
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods Endorses Jay Collins for Governor Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods announced his endorsement of... READ MORE. Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly: "@GwenGraham is right. This is a different campaign." Rep. Greg Steube: "Senate Democrats are blocking the SAVE America Act because they know election integrity hurts their […]
Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) is introducing a bill to prevent foreign manipulation of commercial trucks' electronic logging devices (ELDs) for hours-of-service tracking. The Context Electronic logging devices (ELDs) are linked to commercial trucks' engines to accurately count driving time so that drivers' hours of service (HOS) can be paid accordingly. However, groups known as "chameleon […]
