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Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) discussed ongoing negotiations between Democrats and Republicans to prevent a government shutdown in a recent appearance on Fox Business' Mornings with Maria. Haridopolos believes that Democrats are "upset there is actually good news out there." Given that there are two legislative days left to vote on a continuing resolution (CR), host […]
Florida Congressman Brian Mast (R) appeared in an interview with FOX News’ “Faulkner Focus” criticizing Democrats' inaction on crime and pushback on mobilizing the National Guard to aid law enforcement in U.S. cities. “They [Democrats] always make big promises. They don't do anything about it. Now you have a president who's saying, I'm taking this […]
Trump Targets Drug Networks That Serve as Maduro's Financial Backbone President Donald Trump announced unprecedented military action against Venezuelan drug trafficking networks during his UN General Assembly address on Tuesday, declaring that targeting these operations makes strategic sense for protecting Americans and cutting off the primary revenue source sustaining Nicolás Maduro's authoritarian regime. READ MORE. […]
Jay Collins is 'Getting Close' to Making Gubernatorial Decision This week, Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins (R) held a joint press conference with First Lady Casey DeSantis (R) to discuss Florida’s drug-prevention efforts. During the press conference, Lt. Governor Collins acknowledged the support behind a potential gubernatorial run, and he expressed that he’s “getting really […]
Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) railed against proposed cuts to the National Institute of Health (NIH) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in a recent address to constituents. In August, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump Administration to cut $2 billion in research grants through the NIH, which began in February. This, […]
Florida leaders are enthusiastically endorsing Republican George Moraitis in his campaign for a congressional seat. Moraitis, born in Fort Lauderdale, served in the Navy and attained the rank of lieutenant commander. He previously served as a state representative from 2010 to 2018. U.S. Rep. Greg Steube is among his supporters. “As a fellow veteran, conservative […]
This week, Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins (R) held a joint press conference with First Lady Casey DeSantis (R) to discuss Florida’s drug-prevention efforts. During the press conference, Lt. Governor Collins acknowledged the support behind a potential gubernatorial run, and he expressed that he’s “getting really close” to deciding what’s next for his political career. […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the success of the Florida Cancer Innovation Fund and other initiatives during a press conference in Tampa. The announcement is part of the University of South Florida World Cancer Research Day symposium. "We have really done a lot, certainly since I've been governor, to help advance the ball when it comes […]
Florida Congressman Byron Donalds (R) criticized European countries for their lax policies on immigration and heightened restrictions on speech and expression. Rep. Donalds expressed his concern with the current political climate in Western Europe, claiming that "political correctness is killing Europe.” “Speech is monitored/criminalized, invasions of illegal aliens go unchecked, and national pride & flags […]
Rep. Meg Weinberger (R-Palm Beach Gardens) has endorsed Republican candidate Yoni Anijar in his bid for House District 100, calling Anijar the fighter the Broward County district needs. "Yoni Anijar is the America First conservative we can trust to champion common sense and stand up against the radical left's insanity," Weinberger shared on social media. […]
First Lady Casey DeSantis, alongside Lt. Gov Jay Collins, commended Florida law enforcement officers for conducting an undercover operation to target the illegal sale of nitrous oxide in the state during a press conference in Orlando. Spearheaded by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco (ABT), the initiative […]
Trump Declares Antifa A Terrorist Organization in Executive Order President Donald Trump has officially declared Antifascist Action, better known as "Antifa," a domestic terrorist organization via an executive order issued Monday night. READ MORE. Attorney General James Uthmeier: "Next week, the Florida Cabinet will vote to dedicate land at Miami Dade College to house the […]
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, Republicans in Florida and across the country are positioning themselves for what will be a pivotal election cycle. With control of Congress, state legislatures, and governors' mansions at stake, three major factors stand out as crucial for Republican strategists and voters alike: redistricting battles, economic conditions, and the future […]
Florida Congressman Greg Steube (R) called the Biden administration’s “Green New Deal” (GND) a scam, citing that it has “wasted taxpayer dollars.” Steube unloaded on the environmental effort on social media, asserting that “there is no bigger scam in history." "Biden burned hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars on left-wing pet projects. All we got […]
DeSantis Announces Proposal for Donald J. Trump Presidential Library in Miami-Dade Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to propose a 2.63-acre parcel in Miami-Dade County near the Freedom Tower for the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library at the upcoming Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund on Sept. 30, his office announced this week. […]
Florida International University (FIU) has been named among the fifty best public universities in America, according to a U.S. News & World Report rankings released this week. FIU ranked 46th overall, powered by an eleventh-place honor for best value, sixteenth for innovation, and forty-fifth for veterans among public universities. “FIU is on a clear path […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis is throwing his support behind Miami mayoral candidate Emilio T. Gonzalez in his run for the city's job in November. The move arguably marks the biggest endorsement in the race for Gonzalez, who is set to face 12 other mayoral candidates in the field. "I am pleased to endorse Colonel Emilio Gonzalez […]
Florida Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (R) announced that he secured funding after a House committee approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (LHHS) bill. “I am proud to have successfully secured critical funding that directly benefits families in Collier and Miami-Dade counties.” Rep. Díaz-Balart said. The LHHS bill will […]
