Scott Attends Trump Trial, Calls Court Proceedings 'Criminal'

Scott Attends Trump Trial, Calls Court Proceedings 'Criminal'

Daniel Molina
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May 10, 2024
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) is the first member of the Senate to attend President Donald Trump's (R) criminal trial.
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Buchanan, Soto Introduce Bill to Strengthen U.S.-Israel Ties in Healthcare Field

Buchanan, Soto Introduce Bill to Strengthen U.S.-Israel Ties in Healthcare Field

Jackson Bakich
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May 10, 2024
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 […]
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Mast: Biden 'Succumbs to Propaganda,' Withholds Offensive Weapons from Israel in Rafah

Mast: Biden 'Succumbs to Propaganda,' Withholds Offensive Weapons from Israel in Rafah

Jackson Bakich
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May 10, 2024
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 […]
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International Pro-Hamas Students Could Face Deportation if Republican Lawmakers Get Their Way

International Pro-Hamas Students Could Face Deportation if Republican Lawmakers Get Their Way

Mateo Guillamont
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May 10, 2024
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 […]
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Florida Retail Federation CEO Shalley: FDA Needs to 'Step Up' Against Illicit Chinese Vapes

Florida Retail Federation CEO Shalley: FDA Needs to 'Step Up' Against Illicit Chinese Vapes

Jackson Bakich
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May 10, 2024
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 […]
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'We Are Disappointed': Miami Commissioners Delay Racial Gerrymandering Settlement, May Cost Taxpayers More Money

'We Are Disappointed': Miami Commissioners Delay Racial Gerrymandering Settlement, May Cost Taxpayers More Money

Liv Caputo
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May 9, 2024
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 […]
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'Government is Not the Solution': DeSantis Family Lauds Hope Florida Program for Those in Need

'Government is Not the Solution': DeSantis Family Lauds Hope Florida Program for Those in Need

Liv Caputo
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May 9, 2024
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 […]
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Waltz, Rubio, and Colleagues Publish Series of Suggestions for US Maritime Strategy

Waltz, Rubio, and Colleagues Publish Series of Suggestions for US Maritime Strategy

Mateo Guillamont
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May 9, 2024
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 […]
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Publicly-Funded Telehealth Abortions Targeted in New Steube Bil

Publicly-Funded Telehealth Abortions Targeted in New Steube Bil

Mateo Guillamont
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May 9, 2024
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 […]
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Former Florida Senator Endorses Corey Simon's Opponent, Attacked by the GOP

Former Florida Senator Endorses Corey Simon's Opponent, Attacked by the GOP

Liv Caputo
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May 9, 2024
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 […]
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Speaker Johnson Introduces Bill to Prohibit Illegal Immigrant Voters in Federal Elections

Speaker Johnson Introduces Bill to Prohibit Illegal Immigrant Voters in Federal Elections

Jackson Bakich
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May 9, 2024
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 […]
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Mast Ridicules Decision to Stop Arms Transfer With Israel

Mast Ridicules Decision to Stop Arms Transfer With Israel

Daniel Molina
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May 9, 2024
Rep. Mast, calling into question Dr. Jenkins, is ridiculing the decision to stop arms transfer with Israel.
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Laurel Lee's Bipartisan REPORT Act Signed Into Law by President Biden

Laurel Lee's Bipartisan REPORT Act Signed Into Law by President Biden

Jackson Bakich
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May 8, 2024
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 […]
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Last Squeeze?—5.8.2024—Pro-Hamas Protestors Stalk DeSantis—Trump World— Much More...

Last Squeeze?—5.8.2024—Pro-Hamas Protestors Stalk DeSantis—Trump World— Much More...

Liv Caputo
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May 8, 2024
'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 […]
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Salazar Denounces Brazil Usurping Free Speech

Salazar Denounces Brazil Usurping Free Speech

Daniel Molina
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May 8, 2024
With reports of the Brazilian Supreme Court censoring opposition voices on social media, Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R) questioned the censorship.
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Jones Determined to Grow Miami-Dade County Democrats

Jones Determined to Grow Miami-Dade County Democrats

Daniel Molina
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May 8, 2024
Miami-Dade County Democratic Chairman Shevrin Jones (D) is determined to take the opportunity to grow support for the party.
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DeSantis Pushes For School Safety, Jewish Protections, and UF Research Projects

DeSantis Pushes For School Safety, Jewish Protections, and UF Research Projects

Liv Caputo
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May 8, 2024
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 […]
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'From the River to the Sea' Chant Echoes Loudly Throughout DeSantis UF Press Conference

'From the River to the Sea' Chant Echoes Loudly Throughout DeSantis UF Press Conference

Liv Caputo
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May 8, 2024
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 […]
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