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Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) is the first member of the Senate to attend President Donald Trump's (R) criminal trial.
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) has introduced the Maximizing Israel-U.S. Research Advancement and Collaborative Leadership in Emerging Medical Technology (MIRACLE) Act alongside Representatives Darren Soto (D-FL) and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA). The bill is designed to do eight things according to Rep. Buchanan's Office: Promote research and development between the U.S. and Israel Support innovation hubs to […]
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) has released a statement concerning President Joe Biden’s (D) decision to withhold offensive weapons from Israel as it begins its operation in Rafah, the southernmost region in the Gaza Strip. The Florida congressman has been incredibly vocal in his support for Israel and quite negative toward President Biden’s approach toward the […]
Pressure is mounting on President Joe Biden’s administration to punish students involved in anti-Israel university protests many Republicans have characterized as pro-Hamas and antisemitic. Numerous Senators and Representatives have petitioned the Department of Homeland Security to expel any foreign national suporting Hamas and advocating the genocide of Jews through denying Israel’s right to exist. According […]
Florida Retail Federation (FRF) President and CEO Scott Shalley spoke with The Floridian in an exclusive interview regarding the sale of illicit Chinese vape products throughout the United States. In the state of Florida specifically, however, these products have dominated the disposable vape market. Chinese-owned companies such as Elf Bar, Fume, and HQD accounted for […]
MIAMI, FL—When a federal Judge found the Miami Commission guilty of racially gerrymandering their voting districts, they agreed to vote on a legal settlement redrawing the districts on Thursday morning. However, they decided to delay the settlement until May 23rd, potentially costing taxpayers more money in legal fees. Why? Because some members were allegedly not […]
PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL—The DeSantis family took the stage Thursday morning, touting First Lady Casey DeSantis' initiative to remove government from societal issues and replace it with faith and community-based organizations which, the Governor says, will save taxpayers $800 million in ten years. "Government is not the solution to society's problems," Governor Ron DeSantis said […]
In the face of rising competition for control of the seas and the People’s Republic of China’s encroachments on the freedom of navigation, legislators have called for urgent action through a national maritime strategy report. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), U.S. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL), U.S. Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ), and U.S. Representative John Garamendi […]
US Representative Gregory Steube’s (R-FL) Women’s Protection in Telehealth Act would prevent health care providers offering telehealth services for abortions from receiving Medicare funds. The act would prohibit access to medicare funds to health care providers who prescribe chemical abortion pills without physically examining a patient prior to such prescription. A single telehealth abortion-related service […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—In what is shaping up to be a hotly contested race in Florida's Senate District 3, a former Democratic Senator ousted from her seat by Republican Corey Simon has endorsed his frontrunning opponent: former co-counsel for Trayvon Martin's family, Daryl Parks. One-term Democratic Senator Loranne Ausley served in the traditionally blue SD 3, which […]
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Representative Chip Roy (R-TX) have introduced the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act on the steps of the Capitol. The legislation includes provisions to ensure that only United States citizens – not illegal immigrants – can vote in U.S. elections. Speaker Johnson said that American voting procedures currently face […]
Rep. Mast, calling into question Dr. Jenkins, is ridiculing the decision to stop arms transfer with Israel.
Representative Laurel Lee’s (R-FL) bill, the Revising Existing Procedures On Reporting via Technology (REPORT) Act, has been signed into law by President Joe Biden (D). The bill looks to change requirements regarding how electronic service providers submit reports to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) when they are alerted of violations involving […]
'From the River to the Sea' Chant Echoes Loudly Throughout DeSantis UF Press Conference Chants of "Free Palestine" and "From the River to the Sea" from pro-Hamas protestors reverberated louder and louder across the University of Florida—just as Governor Ron DeSantis was delivering a press conference...READ MORE What is Happening In Trump World? Context: As […]
With reports of the Brazilian Supreme Court censoring opposition voices on social media, Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R) questioned the censorship.
Miami-Dade County Democratic Chairman Shevrin Jones (D) is determined to take the opportunity to grow support for the party.
GAINESVILLE, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday that he plans to reactive an executive order waiving certain university application requirements for Jewish transfer students, will approve almost $600 million toward school safety initiatives, and will approve over $300 million in new construction and research projects at the University of Florida. Executive Order: In January 2024, just […]
GAINESVILLE, FL—Chants of "Free Palestine" and "From the River to the Sea" reverberated louder and louder across the University of Florida—just as Governor Ron DeSantis was delivering a press conference on Florida's successful handling of pro-Palestine protests. "We don't do that here in Florida," DeSantis said Wednesday morning as faint chants could be heard in […]
