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State Representative Berny Jacques (R-FL) sat down for an exclusive interview with The Floridian in which he spoke on the alleged division within the Democratic Caucus at the state level concerning the Israel-Palestinian conflict. For instance, on Monday in the House Judiciary Committee, Representative Dotie Joseph (D-FL) addressed HB 187 – a bill that adopts […]
The ‘Bright Futures’ scholarship, Florida’s flagship public scholarship program, could soon be boosted due to a recent proposal by Democrats in the Florida House of Representatives. Representatives Kevin Chambliss (D-117) and Dan Daley (D-96) filed a bill that would grant additional funds for book purchases to certain Bright Futures scholarship recipients. If passed, the law […]
A unanimous resolution to officially declare the Senate’s loss of confidence in US Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas failed to pass yesterday, January 9th. The resolution was brought by Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Roger Marshall (R- KS). The Senators claim Secretary Mayorkas’ management of the border has generated an unprecedented migratory crisis and […]
State Representative Berny Jacques (R-FL) sat down for an exclusive interview with The Floridian to discuss the legislative session that began on Monday. Additionally, State Rep. Jacques shared with us the bill that he will be introducing later this week. that looks to set up a “one-stop-shop” for pregnant mothers and their families who are […]
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has forged the most significant cultural shift in recent years with his very conservative policies as governor of Florida. However, his term ends in just two years, leaving Republicans without a leader. State Senator Jason Pizzo (D) thinks this could be an opportune moment for Democrats to seize back control of […]
Florida Rep. Anna V. Eskamani (D) has denounced the address as the “State of the Loser address.”
Given the longstanding tension between Republicans and cartel members, the response from lawmakers was swift, arguing that “Ecuador is in crisis.”
Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL) has announced that Hillsborough County Public Schools are receiving a $7.9 million grant for 20 new electric buses awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The EPA has instituted its Clean School Bus Program which has granted almost $1 billion in funds toward environmentally cleaner forms […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL --- The Florida Legislature is pushing for strong foreign policy action against Venezuela and their dictator Nicolas Maduro. Following Venezuela's violation of a deal granting sanction relief, Florida has taken steps to urge the federal government to reinstate all sanctions against them. "The November 30th deadline has passed without compliance," SM 398's sponsor, […]
In the wake of an abrupt and devastating winter storm, Governor DeSantis (R-FL) declared a state of emergency in 49 Florida counties after the weather barreled through the middle of the state. What is being called, "The Winter Storm" put many parts of the country on high alert. Tornado warnings were in effect on Tuesday […]
Florida legislators could soon enact laws permitting individuals to freely and openly carry firearms thanks to Representative Mike Beltran’s (R-70) recently filed bill. Representative Beltran’s bill would also deregulate certain aspects of concealed carrying in Florida. First, Beltran’s proposal would make it completely legal for Floridians to openly carry any legal weapon or firearm while […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL --- House Democrats hope for a united front on a new bill defining and protecting against antisemitism. Just yesterday, dissension within the party caused concerns that the bill may be weaponized against Palestinian supporters. "It's already been through its two committees, it's ready for the floor," HB 187 sponsor Democrat Rep. Mike Gottlieb […]
State Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book (D-FL) has released her rebuttal to Governor Ron DeSantis’ State of the State Address. In a series of videos posted on social media, Minority Leader Book described Gov. DeSantis’ speech as a compilation of “carefully curated talking points” that fail to demonstrate a “darker reality.” She also jabbed at […]
Governor DeSantis has released a new advertisement, slamming “Wall Street funded” Haley.
TALLAHASSEE, FL --- After a late start amid a raging storm, Gov. DeSantis delivered his 2024 State of the State address. He hit on topics such as education, Israel, and immigration, emphasizing Florida's existence as a "fre e state". "2024 is going to be a banner year for the state if Florida," The Governor began […]
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) has unloaded on the House, calling them sellouts for the bipartisan deal.
US House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (R-NY) have reached a deal to draft a bipartisan funding bill. The official amount of government spending allowed by the bill would be set at $1.59 trillion. If passed, the funding bill would replace the current funding legislation set to expire […]
Former Florida State Attorney Andrew Warren (D-FL) announced that he would not pursue reelection to the position in 2024. He was removed by Governor and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in August of 2022. As reported by the Tampa Bay Times, Warren believes Gov. DeSantis would remove him once again should he win reelection. In […]
