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Florida's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday giving parents, teachers, and students relief on backpacks, school supplies, computers, and other items begins today with the new school year less than a month away. The tax holiday runs from July 20 to Aug. 20. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the latest tax holiday approved by the Florida […]
A new poll by the Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) at the University of North Florida shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with a five-point edge over presumptive Democratic nominee David Jolly in the governor's race. Byron Donalds: 46% David Jolly: 41% Other: 5% The results come after another PORL poll found […]
In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, former Florida Sen. Democratic Leader Lauren Book discussed strengthening digital tools to protect children from online predators and scammers amid the growing threat of Artificial Intelligence (AI), if elected to Senate District 30. "I mean, it's absolutely something I worked on when I was there. Certainly, a federal […]
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) have teamed up to introduce a bipartisan bill to modernize the federal Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) to meet changing needs rather than remain a fixed allotment system. Context for What the Bill Does The Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) is a joint federal and […]
Ex-Marine & FL CD Candidate Arrested After Saying Trump 'Must Be Killed' Former Marine and write-in Republican candidate for... READ MORE. Rep. Darren Soto: "Critical minerals are in everyday items Americans use—from cell phones and computers to hybrids and EVs. In @EnergyCommerce, we're working to ensure we recycle responsibly and consider public health as […]
Trump Accuses China Of 'Election Meddling' and Claims Deep State Cover-Up During a primetime televised address, President Donald Trump announced... READ MORE. State Rep. Angie Nixon: "If we want families to be stable, workers respected, and young people to believe in the American dream, unions have to be at the center. […]
Former Florida Sen. Democratic Leader Lauren Book emphasized the importance of addressing the rise of antisemitism and other issues in her Senate District 30 campaign during a recent interview with The Floridian. SD 30 covers southern Palm Beach County and northern Broward County and includes a large Jewish population. "I think antisemitism is a word […]
Former Marine and write-in Republican candidate for Florida’s 5th Congressional District (FL CD 5), William Upham, has been arrested and charged with threatening to kill President Donald Trump. Upham’s arrest comes after he published a video statement on X, claiming President Trump is the “Anti-Christ” and “must be killed.” “We are at war with evil. […]
'Florida Leads the Way': Republican Party of Florida Highlights Sunshine State Showdown Event The Republican Party of Florida released a video highlighting... READ MORE. Senator Ashley Moody: "Democrats like my opponents wanted to raise your taxes. I fought to deliver the largest tax cuts in American history. The choice this November could not be […]
'These Guys Are in Single Digits': Byron Donalds Points to Polling Lead for not Debating Opponents Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) responded to... READ MORE. Rep. Gus Bilirakis: "Happy 96th birthday to the greatest father, mentor, and friend I could ever ask for. Your wisdom, kindness, strength, and […]
The Republican Party of Florida released a video highlighting its Sunshine State Showdown event at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood this June through a post on social media. The video includes speaking clips from Florida GOP Chairman Evan Power, Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL), Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, U.S. Rep. Kat […]
Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Blaise Ingoglia for CFO The Florida Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of... READ MORE. Libertarian Party of Brevard County: "I control my health. You own your body. Demand absolute medical freedom today." Ambassador Mike Waltz: "We are fighting at the @UN to keep international regulators from screwing over […]
David Jolly Denies Involvement with Businessman Accused in $100 Million Fraud Scheme Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly responded to... READ MORE. Senator Ashley Moody: "As Florida's Attorney General, I brought together local, state, and federal partners to confront the opioid crisis, and we delivered results." State Rep. Angie Nixon: "I’m fighting […]
A Mexican national was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer after allegedly attempting to flee from an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in St. Augustine, Florida. According to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Sgt. Dylan Bryan, the incident took place in the parking lot of a gas station and convenience store. The Mexican […]
Florida Police Chiefs Association Endorses Ashley Moody for Senate The Florida Police Chiefs Association (FPCA) announced its endorsement of... READ MORE. Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "Make no mistake, the so-called 'Democratic Socialists' are nothing more than Communists." Rep. Vern Buchanan: "I am deeply saddened by the news of Senator Graham’s passing over the weekend. He […]
Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev Praises President Trump for Brokering Peace Deal with Armenia Shusha, Azerbaijan— During the 4th Annual Shusha Global Media Forum... READ MORE. Senator Rick Scott: "The dumping of Mexican strawberries on U.S. soil is more than just an economic threat to American farmers; it’s a health and safety […]
The State of Florida has experienced the largest drop in Affordable Care Act (ACA) enrollment in 2026 across the U.S. The new data from the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) comes after enhanced tax credits under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) expired. 440,000 Floridian Exodus According to the data, more […]
Florida Attorney General announced a civil subpoena into General Mills, Inc. and General Mills Operations, LLC, related to its supply chain of products containing potassium bromate sold in Florida while speaking at a press conference in Orlando this week. Potassium bromate is used as a flour improver and dough conditioner in various bakery flours and […]
