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'Political Shenanigans': DeSantis Slams House for not Filing AI, Vaccine Bills Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez (R-Miami) and members of the House Legislature... READ MORE. This Saturday, Aetna participated in Epilepsy Awareness Day at Walt Disney World. Aetna’s participation brings epilepsy awareness and education to the community. - Photo Courtesy of Aetna Better […]
Florida Senate Again Passes AI Bill of Rights, House Approval Dead The Florida Senate passed a bill to provide consumer protections and safeguards... READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "American people > Glyphosate." Florida GOP: "Happy Birthday, Lieutenant Governor @JayCollins!" Senator Rick Scott: "Let's face facts: The Democrats are DESTROYING America." […]
Stetson University POLL: Byron Donalds with Moderate Lead in Governor's Race A recent poll by Stetson University’s Center for Public Opinion Research (CPOR)... READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "We should not wait for Congress to protect children and to ensure Big Tech companies are accountable for harm they cause our people." Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: […]
DeSantis Guts House Democrats, New Redistricting Map Carves Out Four New Seats for Republicans Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has unveiled his highly anticipated congressional redistricting map... READ MORE. Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia: "This 'Dignity Act' is bad policy and a bad idea." State Senator Ileana Garcia: "If you want to stop this, […]
Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford announced his endorsement of Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL)... READ MORE. Florida Democrats: "MONDAY: Democrats from across the state and nation are coming together for a Night of Action to fight back against DeSantis's unconstitutional redistricting push.." Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner: […]
Florida Boasts Top Five Cities in America to Start a Business (STUDY) Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Hialeah, and St. Petersburg are the best large cities in the United States to start a business in 2026... READ MORE. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost: "I am appalled to hear about the 31 sloths who died […]
Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) Chairman Evan Power addressed the rise in antisemitism within Generation Z (Gen Z), sharing his belief that rampant housing costs and affordability issues play a pivotal role in the frustration among younger Americans. “There’s a magnifying glass when you find one thing that they take it,” Power told The Floridian, […]
Wildfires burning across the Florida-Georgia border have intensified, resulting in increased efforts and advisories being exhausted across the state. 38 Florida counties are under burn bans, and most inland zones within the state are under Red Flag advisories from the National Weather Service, according to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) Despite the unclear start of […]
Despite previously affirming that she wouldn't resign, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) has announced her exit. In a statement shared on social media, the Florida Democrat announced that she was resigning from office to avoid “these political games.” “This was not a fair process,” Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick said, noting that “the Ethics Committee refused my new attorney’s […]
A Federal Aviation Administration-licensed pilot (FAA) is suing the state of Florida, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R), and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) over the state’s recent bill approving the renaming of Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump. George W. Poncy Jr., an 83-year-old pilot and resident of Palm Beach County, filed […]
U.S. Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) announced his endorsement of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia for a full term as CFO in a statement this week. "Blaise Ingoglia has demonstrated steadfast leadership and a clear commitment to protecting Florida’s taxpayers,” Mast said. “His record of fiscal discipline, integrity and accountability makes him exceptionally well-qualified to serve […]
Byron Donalds Dismissed Edited Immigration Video of Him, Says his GOP Opponents are 'Losing Big' (VIDEO) During a campaign stop at the Associated Builders and Contractors Florida East Coast Chapter, Republican gubernatorial candidate and Rep. Byron Donalds was asked about a recent edited video making the rounds on social media where it appears he gave […]
Lt. Gov Jay Collins Appears on par With DeSantis' 2018 Gubernatorial Fundraising in Q1 Lt. Governor Jay Collins has raised roughly $2.2 million in his first official fundraising reporting cycle of the 2026 midterm elections... READ MORE. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart: "Nearly 50 years ago, Congress passed the Taiwan Relations Act, the bipartisan cornerstone of the […]
Blaise Ingoglia Awards $1.4M to Protect Firefighters from Cancer-Causing Chemicals Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia announced over $1.4 million in awards... READ MORE. Rep. Byron Donalds: "I do not support amnesty, and I’ve never co-sponsored H.R. 4393, the ‘Dignity Act.' I have a 100% rating from Numbers USA, because of […]
While Wrestlemania 42 is one week away, the political world could get some early action, as Hunter Biden has challenged Eric Trump and Donald Trump, Jr. to a “cage match.” As America prepares to celebrate its 250th year of Independence, the White House will host UFC Freedom 250 on June 14, 2026. The mixed martial […]
U.S. State Department Praises Milei's Argentina for Excluding Chinese State-Owned Companies From Infrastructure Bids The U.S. State Department has responded to The Floridian's request for comment to Secretary Marco Rubio... READ MORE. Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "#SOSCuba The regime in Havana is at its weakest point. President Trump has a historic opportunity […]
The Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) criticized the state of California in a series of "Don't California My Florida" posts comparing prices of everyday necessities between both states on social media this week. The RPOF's jabs at California included gas prices, electricity prices, egg prices, bread prices, and milk prices. Gas Prices (according to the […]
The Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) announced its endorsement of Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL) for a full term in the U.S. Senate this week. The Florida PBA is the largest law enforcement union in the state with over 30,000 members. In particular, the PBA has fought for fair wages, benefits, and terms and improved working […]
