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House Speaker Chris Sprowls (R), in speaking at the Future of Florida Forum, did not directly address vaccine mandates, but he did note that the Legislature is entrusted with providing Floridians “the freedom” that’ll “make Floridians’ lives better.”
With the 2022 midterm elections approaching, healthcare is typically a top priority issue for voters across the country. More specifically, veteran healthcare, which US Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) has some concerns about. Rep.Steube has even wondered why Democrats, "don't support veterans to have a choice in their healthcare." The South Florida Congressman and veterans advocate […]
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Attorney General Ashley Moody have just sued the Biden Administration over its’ vaccine mandate and are seeking a “preliminary injunction” to prevent Floridians from being put at risk of losing their jobs. “This lawsuit challenges the Biden administration's order imposing vaccine mandates on federal contractors,” said Gov. DeSantis. Gov. DeSantis […]
After making waves in the crypto currency world, Miami Mayor Francis Suarez (R-FL) has taken on a new project to turn Miami into a global tech hub. The Floridian previously sat down with Mayor Suarez to discuss state and national politics, where he unveiled a deep interest in crypto currency. Now, the South Florida Mayor […]
The Governor’s Press Secretary announced that DeSantis stands by Ladapo, and DeSantis took to social media to defend Ladapo’s record in office.
Fried, who’s also vying to unseat DeSantis, is calling for the Governor to “do right” by Floridians by “withdrawing Dr. Ladapo from consideration” to take on the top health position in the Sunshine State.
Short staffing, high gas prices, and low inventory have hit the US in waves during the past few months. Now, President Biden (D) is being blamed for yet another crisis. US Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) has blasted Biden for his "Self-made" energy crisis. “This is not a fluke,” stated Congressman Bilirakis, “But rather, a deliberate […]
Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma held a press conference this week to inform the public that the operator of a drug rehab facility located in Altamonte Springs had been arrested for selling fentanyl to patients.
Florida Rep. Michael Waltz (R) and Ambassador Nikki Haley (R) have joined forces, arguing that the United States should formalize an alliance with India.
The Biden Administration has about a year under its belt, but Democrats have to start preparing for the midterm elections if they hope to see the same successes they had in 2020. Today, US Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) has given his prediction of the 2022 midterm election which seems very optimistic for Republicans. Since losing […]
In a statement, Florida Senate President Wilton Simpson (R) criticized Ladapo, expressing disappointment in his “unprofessional” behavior.
"In a new op-ed, the Florida lawmaker details why he believes that the President’s Build Back Better plan is negative for the country."
Though the Florida Democrat has not directly addressed any wrongdoing, critics still wonder if the greenhouse gas stock purchases could spell out ethical violations.
Although COVID-19 may be coming to an end, it certainly has a lot more time left in Florida politics. With the debate over Regeneron practically over, State Rep. Carlos G. Smith (D-49) has revved up his world famous criticisms of Governor DeSantis (R-FL) once again, stating DeSantis, "Doesn't really care about vaccine mandates." Wesh 2 News […]
Combat Veteran Cory Mills (R) has scored himself a very, very rare endorsement from conservative stalwart and Freedom Caucus founder Rep. Jim Jordan. In the Republican primary race to defeat Democratic Rep. Stephanie Murphy, Mills has landed arguably one of the most sought after and hard to get Republican primary election endorsements by landing Rep. […]
Breast Cancer in Florida Politics When prominent elected officials or politicians, or even spouses of a politician, like Florida’s First Lady Casey DeSantis, are diagnosed with breast cancer, people in politics begin to listen. Mrs. DeSantis’s recent diagnosis sent shockwaves around the state, country, and now Democratic State Senator Tina Polsky has also announced she too has been diagnosed with the […]
A Democratic Florida state legislator says that Governor Ron DeSantis’s recent call for a special legislative session to address the vaccine mandates the Biden Administration was nothing more than a ploy to get more police officers to contract and die from COVID. “That’s something that cannot wait until the regular legislative session next year and […]
As we prepare for another election season in just over a year, US Rep. Stephanie Murphy (D-FL) is now adding to her bipartisan record by working on the No Clearance for Domestic Terrorists Act alongside US Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY). "Americans who participate in domestic terrorism shouldn't receive a security clearance. Proud to co-lead the […]
