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Byron Donalds Looks to Remove Ultra-Processed Foods from Schools, Test Water Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) recently announced... READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "I’m honored by Governor DeSantis’ confidence in me, but most importantly, I’m proud of what he and I have accomplished together for the people of Florida." Governor […]
Paul Renner Discusses State's Affordability Crisis, Solutions in Seven-Figure Ad Buy Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) announced the launch of... READ MORE. Rep. Byron Donalds: "I spent my career in business and finance, in the real economy, where you have to make a payroll and balance a budget and live […]
Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) shared that she has received several law enforcement endorsements, including from Miami-Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz, in her District 27 re-election bid. "Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar has been a strong and reliable fighter for law enforcement in South Florida. She understands that keeping our communities safe means making sure the […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) recently announced an initiative to remove ultra-processed food, artificial dyes, and harmful additives out of school meals, as well as test water at school and at home to improve children's health. The initiative, known as Healthy Florida Healthy Families, aims to remove ultra-processed foods and additives from […]
Debbie Wasserman Schultz Joins Alonzo Mourning To Announce OYC Expansion in Broward Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz joined former Miami Heat Hall-of-Famer... READ MORE. Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly: "Byron Donalds sure has a lot to say about data centers coming to Florida. Maybe the millions pouring in from the industry have something to do with […]
Byron Donalds Attacks David Jolly as 'Radical Liberal,' Likens to Zohran Mamdani Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL)... READ MORE. Senator Ashley Moody: "One year of the Working Families Tax Cuts Act and counting—and it is clear that Floridians are thrilled about the major wins we secured." Attorney General James Uthmeier: […]
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.)  reaffirmed his support for the Florida Legislature’s property tax amendment after reports indicated that Scott expressed concern over its effect on public services. “I support any tax or fee cut, and I am going to be voting for it,” Sen. Scott asserted, arguing that “the media wants to divide Republicans.” Sen. […]
Election Forecaster Moves Florida from 'Safe R' to 'Likely R' in Governor's Race Larry Sabato, a popular political scientist and election forecaster... READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "In the Free State of Florida, we understand that economic freedom is the foundation of prosperity. That’s why I was proud to establish the Adam Smith Center […]
Cory Mills Dismisses Alleged DOJ Investigation as Politically Motivated Lies (VIDEO) WASHINGTON,D.C— Florida Rep. Cory Mills (R) has addressed the recent and unconfirmed news reporting that... READ MORE. State Rep. Angie Nixon: "AI companies are racing to build massive data centers, and everyday families are getting stuck with the bill through […]
Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart believes that Secretary of State Marco Rubio has a strong chance to prevail against any Democratic challenger should he decide to run for president in 2028. The South Florida Representative told The Floridian that despite rumors and hopes that the Secretary and former Florida Senator will run for president, he knows that […]
Nicaraguan Dictator Daniel Ortega’s recent announcement that the Central American nation will not hold future presidential elections has sparked pushback from Florida lawmakers across both sides of the aisle. Reps. Kathy Castor (D-Fla.), Mario Diaz-Balart (R-Fla.), and Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) recently spoke with The Floridian to emphasize their condemnation of the anti-democratic effort by […]
Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.) shares her excitement and gratitude over her recent appointment to the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee, acknowledging that it is a significant privilege to serve as a South Florida Representative on the panel. Rep. Wasserman Schultz has left a deep footprint in Western Hemisphere politics, and now with a bigger […]
Following alleged reports of a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal investigation and calls from political opponents to drop out of his re-election efforts, Congressman Cory Mills (R-Fla.) has called out the rumors, deeming them false narratives. “This appears to be a desperate lie from my political opponents. I'm not aware of any DOJ investigation, […]
Byron Donalds Will Finish out Congressional Term, not Resign to Focus on Gubernatorial Race WASHINGTON, D.C.— Republican gubernatorial candidate and Rep. Byron Donalds says he will... READ MORE. Byron War Room: "FLASHBACK: David Jolly calling for vaccine mandates in schools during COVID. He was wrong for Florida then, and he’s wrong for Florida now." […]
Casey Askar Affirms That He Will Fight To Keep Data Centers Out Of Florida Amid staunch support for highly controversial Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Center development... READ MORE. State Rep. Angie Nixon: "It is clearer now than ever before that Florida is ready for leadership that shakes up the status quo." […]
Amid staunch support for highly controversial Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Center development in the state of Florida from several prominent candidates, Republican Congressional Candidate Casey Askar affirms that he will work to “keep them out of our state.” Askar Doesn't Want Data Centers in FL During a Florida 22nd Congressional District (FL CD 22) Forum, […]
Congressional candidate Ryan Elijah has called upon Rep. Cory Mills to drop out of the race for Florida’s 7th Congressional District (FL CD 7), amid reports that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is conducting a criminal investigation into the incumbent congressman. “It is time for Cory Mills to leave the race. Our bad headlines […]
Florida Democrats Vote Against Amendment 3, Citing Cuts to Services and Safety The Florida Democratic Party State Executive Committee voted in opposition to Amendment 3... READ MORE. Florida Democrats: "Florida is one of the most expensive places to live in America, thanks to billionaires and Republican mega donors who have gobbled up properties in […]
