Florida

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Governor Ron DeSantis joined Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) on the campaign trail Monday as she battles opponent state Representative Angie Nixon for Florida's seat in the U.S. Senate. "Thank you to my friend Governor @RonDeSantis for joining us in Pinellas County to encourage folks to get out and VOTE! It was an honor to fight […]
The Trump administration’s recently announced $193.7 million in rural healthcare funding across Florida is under scrutiny after reports claim the state will lose an estimated $14 billion in Medicaid funding through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Healthcare non-profit Protect Our Care accused the White House of misleading Floridians through its recent announcement of […]
Democratic challenger for Florida’s U.S. Senate seat, Angie Nixon, and CBS News are facing heavy scrutiny after the outlet published an interview clip of Nixon’s views on Cuba. In the original post, CBS News published a video clip of Nixon, captioned: “Asked whether Cuba is a dictatorship, Florida Democratic Senate candidate Angie Nixon, who is […]
Barack Obama Endorses David Jolly for Governor Former President Barack Obama announced his endorsement of... READ MORE. Florida Democrats: "FLORIDA, VOTE EARLY! We are seeing incredible momentum from Democratic voters across the state. You can vote early in every county across Florida through November 1st." David Jolly: "Floridians are tired of rising costs, political corruption, […]
House Judiciary Democrats Release Report With 'Mounting Evidence Linking' Trump & Jeffrey Epstein House Judiciary Democrats released a 53-page committee staff report... READ MORE. Mike Beltran: "Early voting turnout has been great so far, but we must keep up the momentum through Election Day!" Jimmy Patronis: "Had to remind my buddy […]
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced the arrest of nearly 50 foreign nationals involved in election fraud crimes, including six legal residents in Florida. “The Justice Department announced charges involving 48 aliens in Pennsylvania, California, Florida, New York, and Nevada in connection with illegal voting, fraudulent voter registration, and related election crimes,” a DOJ […]
'Vote for my Son': Byron Donalds' Mom Talks Upbringing, Education in Campaign Ads Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate... READ MORE. Angie Nixon: "Ashley Moody claims she's been 'all over this state talking to the media.' Apparently, just not on days ending in Y." Jay Collins: "You don’t owe anyone an explanation for why you need […]
President Trump Arrives in Fort Myers for Midterm Rally With less than two weeks until Election Day... READ MORE. Libertarian Party of Brevard County: "A vote is your endorsement, not a bet on the winning horse. The only vote truly wasted is one cast for policies you don't agree with just […]
Former Miami mayor Francis Suarez believes the Republican Party can fend off a Democratic “Blue Wave” and stay strong heading into the 2026 Midterm elections. In a segment with Fox News, Suarez discussed the political landscape, including Congressman Donalds’ gubernatorial run, the shift in Hispanic voters, and the Democratic Party’s increased popularity. Suarez Believes Donalds […]
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly criticized Republican challenger Byron Donalds' loyalty to President Donald Trump amid high gas prices due to the Iran War in a campaign ad released this week. The 30-second "Daddy's Back," ad was shared on Jolly's social media page. Rep. Donalds referenced the phrase prior to Trump's second presidential inauguration in […]
With less than two weeks until Election Day, President Donald Trump has arrived in Fort Myers to rally the Republican base as the party fights to secure control of Congress in the upcoming 2026 Midterm elections. Rally Will Be Held in Alico Arena The midterm rally will take place at Alico Arena at Florida Gulf […]
David Jolly, the Democratic challenger for Florida’s gubernatorial seat, recently criticized his opponent, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-Fla.), over conflict-of-interest concerns tied to reports about his wife’s private companies. “Today’s reporting makes it clear that Byron and Erika Donalds have an obvious conflict of interest in how taxpayer money is used to benefit for-profit charter school […]
President Trump to Make 11th Hour Push to Help Republicans Retain Their House Majority With Republicans bleeding support among their rank-and-file voters... READ MORE. Jose Javier Rodriguez: "Floridians deserve answers, not insults. And as Attorney General, I'll make sure they get them.." Darren Soto: "Together we will continue to support local businesses and invest in […]
Florida GOP Drops Lawsuit Over Democratic Party's Hope Florida Ad The Republican Party of Florida dropped its lawsuit against... READ MORE. Ron DeSantis: "Vote Yes on 3! The passage of Amendment 3 will be the largest property tax relief in a generation." Kathy Castor: "We have the momentum—but it's not over. […]
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) awarded Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (R-Fla.) the 2026 Champion of Freedom Democracy Award at Miami's historic Freedom Tower. “The award recognizes his dedication to human rights, steadfast advocacy for democracy worldwide, and enduring support for those striving to build freer, more just communities," a spokesperson for NED wrote. “For more […]
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has revoked the citizenship of a Cuban native after being found guilty of concealing and lying about their criminal record during their naturalization process. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida denaturalized Milagros Marileisis Acosta Torres. According to the DOJ's press statement, Acosta Torres was part of […]
Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro has endorsed Republican Scott Singer in his congressional bid for Florida's 25th District (FL CD 25) against incumbent Democrat Rep. Jared Moskowitz. "We need people in Washington who know how to govern and aren't afraid of the Radical Left, which is why I support Scott Singer for Congress," the Jewish-American media […]
Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) recently celebrated the Pentagon’s decision to station a new Air National Guard Squadron in Florida, touting her role in the matter. I am happy to announce that I have successfully secured a Special Tactics Squadron (STS) at MacDill Air Force Base! Thank you to @SecWar for making this happen. I […]
