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In a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin, Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar called on the agency to resume processing citizenship applications and naturalization ceremonies for Cuban and Venezuelan applicants while maintaining enhanced security screening procedures. According to a media release from the Representative’s Office, Congresswoman Salazar outlined three specific requests in […]
The Republican Party of Florida formally endorsed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia for a full term by praising his work as the state's top fiscal watchdog since his tenure began. "The Republican Party of Florida is proud to stand with a true conservative fighter! We wholeheartedly endorse Blaise Ingoglia for Chief Financial Officer of […]
'Not Involved': DeSantis Addresses Josie Tomkow's SD 14 Defeat Gov. Ron DeSantis indicated he was never on board with Republican Josie Tomkow... READ MORE. CFO Blaise Ingoglia: "I'm honored to have earned the endorsement of the Republican Party of Florida and the grassroots patriots from across the great state of Florida!" Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly: […]
Rep. Susan Plasencia Rescinds Donalds Endorsement, Joins Jay Collins Campaign Lt. Gov. Jay Collins announced Rep. Susan Plasencia (R-Orlando) will be joining his gubernatorial team to run statewide political and field operations... READ MORE. Tampa-Based Heritage Insurance Wins National Award for Healthiest Workplaces for 2nd Consecutive Year Heritage Companies is excited to share that it […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis indicated he was never on board with Republican Josie Tomkow following her stunning loss to Democrat Brian Nathan in Florida's Senate Distrct 14 special election last week. "I was not involved at all in that race. The reality is, when I get behind a candidate, I'm telling voters that this is somebody […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a pair of bills passed by the Florida Legislature to increase penalties for dangerous crimes and sexual offenses while speaking in Tampa this week. House Bill 445 (Dangerous Crimes) HB 455, known as "Missy's Law," requires a judge to immediately revoke bond and hold defendants in custody after being convicted of […]
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed State Rep. Meg Weinberger's bill into law to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald J. Trump. "America’s greatest President deserves an airport that bears his name," stated Rep. Weinberger. "It’s an honor to recognize President Trump’s lasting impact on our nation by renaming Palm Beach International Airport in […]
Round 2: Florida House Republican Campaign Committee Endorses Jon Maples in HD 87 The Florida Republican Campaign Committee (FHRCC) announced it is endorsing Republican Jon Maples... READ MORE. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart: "The only future for Cuba has to be LIBERTAD." Rep. MarĂa Elvira Salazar: "The worst thing that could happen to the Cuban regime is […]
'Florida is a Red State': Byron Donalds Downplays Democrats' Special Election Wins Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) brushed off concerns... READ MORE. CFO Blaise Ingoglia: "Everyone has lobbyists looking out for THEIR interests. Government even has lobbyists looking out for 'governments' interests. Someone needs to look out for […]
The Florida Republican Campaign Committee (FHRCC) announced it is endorsing Republican Jon Maples in his attempt to retake Florida's House District 87 seat in November. "Jon Maples is a fighter for Palm Beach County," Chairman and Speaker Designate Sam Garrison (R-Fleming Island) said. "His support for a strong economy, safe streets, and quality schools is […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) brushed off concerns that Florida could be shifting blue after Democrats scored two special election victories. "No, I'm not concerned," Donalds said in a recent interview with Christ Stirewalt on News Nation. "Look, special elections are very different animals, but we have been not just looking at […]
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office announced on Sunday the arrest of an elections volunteer for allegedly stealing sensitive computer equipment from the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Office. John D. Panicci, 59, of Lake Worth, was arrested on Mar. 28, 2026, and charged with theft after the Elections Office reported that sensitive computer […]
Controversy has struck the "candy world" ahead of Easter Sunday, and Tampa International Airport (TPA) has broken its silence. Over the weekend, NestlĂ© KitKat released a statement, stunning candy lovers around the world. “We can confirm that 12T of KitKat products were stolen while in transit between our factory in Central Italy and their destination […]
Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson Endorses Jay Collins for Governor Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson announced his endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for Florida governor... READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "The Iranian regime has spent decades funding terror and attacking Americans. They don't want freedom, but the people of Iran do." […]
Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson announced his endorsement of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins for Florida governor in a social media post alongside the lieutenant governor this week. "I think you'll be a great governor for the state of Florida, and we appreciate your support of law enforcement," Johnson declares in the video. I’m honored […]
The House Ethics Committee on Friday found Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) guilty of 25 ethics charges following a rare public hearing on Thursday. The announcement ends a three-year probe into allegations that the Florida Democrat stole $5 million in federal relief funds, using some of it to boost her congressional campaign. On Mar. 26, the […]
Sen. Shevrin "Shev" Jones (D-Miami Gardens) announced he is endorsing Democrat David Jolly for Florida governor in a social media post today. "This isn’t about Democrats or Republicans, it’s about Florida. Bringing people together who believe everyone deserves a real chance to thrive. I believe @DavidJollyfl can lead us there," Jones wrote, noting the moment […]
In an exclusive interview with The Floridian's Publisher Javier Manjarres, Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (R-Fla.) commented on the current relationship between the U.S. and Venezuela, declaring that Venezuela has to "transition towards democracy." It has been nearly three months since the U.S. military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro and his […]
