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The Floridian is a statewide and national political media platform that covers government affairs, elections, public policy, and campaigns on Florida politics. These are stories focused on Florida and the politics involved
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) continues to assert his belief that left-leaning and "legacy" media outlets have it out for him, as he did in January. But in a recent interview with Glenn Beck on The Blaze, Gov. DeSantis said the negative coverage is "backfiring" and drawing more supporters into his camp rather than driving […]
Florida Senators Rick Scott (R) and Marco Rubio (R) joined forces with Representative Byron Donalds (R), as well as Puerto Rico’s Resident Commissioner (a non-voting member of the House of Representatives) Congresswoman Jenniffer González-ColĂłn (R) to ensure tax relief to the residents of the two entities due to the recent hurricanes (Ian, Nicole, and Fiona). […]
As Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) fuels rumors of a presidential run, Senator Scott is highlighting policy differences.
In the op-ed section of the Orlando Sentinel, a subscription-based news source, State Representative Anna V. Eskamani's (D-FL) recent op-ed declares that Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) and his agenda is waging war against all Floridians. Her main argument is that Gov. DeSantis’ agenda is more than a culture war, but a class war. “This obsession […]
DeSantis visited the state of Iowa, fueling rumors of a 2024 presidential run while downplaying the move.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) recently shared his thoughts on U.S. Federal Judge T. Kent Wetherell II’s ruling on President Joe Biden’s (D) illegal immigration border policy. “What the ruling basically says is that Joe Biden’s been violating the law, his oath in office, and the Constitution,” stated Gov. DeSantis during an appearance on Fox […]
MSNBC’s Ali Velshi attempted to make the case that former President Donald Trump (R) is currently responsible for China’s growing influence in the Middle East, calling it one of his “many failures.” President Trump has been out of office since January of 2021. Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) called out Velshi for his comments, calling them […]
In response to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that was passed by the Democratic-controlled Congress over the summer, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has introduced the Restricting Electric Vehicle Outlays from Kleptomaniac Enemies (REVOKE) Act of 2023. Sen. Rubio claims that the IRA is actually a “$749 billion climate and tax law” that contributes billions towards […]
Recently, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) introduced the Taiwan Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act alongside Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Marco Rubio (R-FL). This bill looks to provide support to the Asian nation in their struggle against Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The program gives the U.S. Government the capacity to lease or lend (rather than sell) weapons […]
"School choice proposals are gaining momentum in the sunshine state.
At a recent Senate Committee meeting to discuss Sen. Jay Collins SB 1715 gun bill, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) – who was not at the meeting – was challenged by Florida residents such as Matt Collins on the issue of constitutional carry. As The Floridian has reported, recently, Gov. DeSantis has not been a stranger […]
On Capitol Hill, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) called President Joe Biden (D) a “hypocrite” and said that he “has no idea how to balance a budget,” during an interview on Fox News. Sen. Scott has been tough on President Biden, especially as inflation numbers and gas prices have been high during his Presidency. During the […]
Waltz calls Kerry a threat to national security, arguing that Kerry isn't tough on China.Â
Buchanan, who is the co-chair of the bipartisan Florida delegation, announced legislation that would make permanent current drilling moratorium.
Anna V. Eskamani (D) is pushing back against Republican legislation that would set a 6-week abortion ban.
Legacy media and Democrats have been hard at work seeking to discredit Governor Ron DeSantis' (R-FL) efforts and actions against inappropriate material in the classroom. Gov. DeSantis pushes back against the narratives in a press conference named "Exposing the Book Ban Hoax." Gov. DeSantis began the conference highlighting the Duval County "empty bookshelves" incident and […]
Recently, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) gave his State of the State address to the Florida Legislature and to the Floridians around the state. However, in the tradition of civil discourse in the United States, the Florida Democrats offered their rebuttal to the Governor’s speech, given by State Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book (D-FL). Sen. Book […]
TALLAHASSEE – Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) gave his State of the State address today in front of the state legislature. He answered questions from the media following the speech and spoke on gender ideology in schools which perhaps, since the waning of COVID, has been his marquee issue. Gov. DeSantis brought up how parents around […]
