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A massive oil spill in the Red Sea has been successfully averted thanks to European naval forces. The impending oil spill was set to occur after Houthi terrorist forces struck oil tanker MV SOUNION, forcing its crew’s evacuation and setting fires onboard. EU Naval Forces ASPIDES reported their ships towed the SOUNION to safety. “Under […]
Distrusting the Feds, DeSantis Signs Executive Order for a FL Investigation into Trump Assassination Attempt One day after Trump's second would-be assassin was charged with two gun counts in federal court, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced via executive order Tuesday morning that those charges aren't enough because...READ MORE Debbie Mucarsel-Powell: "Rick Scott just voted NO to IVF protections […]
When Miami-Dade's trash incinerator burnt down last year, city officials drew up four potential sites for the new one, including a spot backed by the city Mayor a few miles from Everglades National Park and—to the chagrin of Broward residents—in Broward County's backyard. South Florida Lawmakers aren't pleased. "I am shocked and dismayed that the […]
One day after Trump's second would-be assassin was charged with two gun counts in federal court, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced via executive order Tuesday morning that those charges aren't enough because the alleged criminal should be "punished to the fullest extent of the law." And the state of Florida—not the feds—are the ones who can […]
Venezuelan government officials detained one US citizen and reportedly arrested several others in a raid aimed at countering an alleged assassination plot against Dictator Nicolas Maduro. Venezuelan media claim government officials additionally seized hundreds of firearms intended for distribution amongst Venezuelans preparing an attack on the regime’s leaders. Among the arrested are three Americans, two […]
Almost a month after announcing her tour, Rep. Mucarsel-Powell is now celebrating a slew of mayoral endorsements.
Former President Donald Trump (R) survived a second assassination attempt, this time in West Palm Beach, Florida, at the Trump International Golf Club. The shooter, Ryan Wesley Routh, tried to shoot the former president with an AK-47-style rifle while he was on the course but was thwarted by the United States Secret Service. It is […]
DeSantis Distrusts South Florida Feds Investigating Second Trump Assassination Attempt: 'Not the Best Thing' After former President Donald Trump escaped a suspected assassination attempt—again—in Palm Beach County, Gov. Ron DeSantis is doubling down on the need for an independent state-level investigation...READ MORE Attorney General Ashley Moody: Join us in the fight to #EndHT by signing up for […]
Florida Rep. Cory Mills (R) is calling for "increased" assets after the second assassination attempt on President Trump's life.
Former President Donald Trump is showing relentless defiance after suffering a second assassination attempt in less than 3 months. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) confirmed yesterday they are investigating the Secret Service’s foiling an attempt on the former president’s life. President Trump, who assured followers of his safety, has published several statements underscoring his […]
After former President Donald Trump escaped a suspected assassination attempt—again—in Palm Beach County, Gov. Ron DeSantis is doubling down on the need for an independent state-level investigation. Why? Because he fears that the feds who prosecuted Trump in South Florida are the same ones who will investigate the alleged attack, which DeSantis claims is not […]
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) released an advertisement against his opponent, former Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D-FL), calling her a “silly socialist.” Well, how grounded are these claims of her supporting socialism? A recent report from Voz detailed an incident in which an alleged Mucarsel-Powell campaign staffer confronted anti-Mucarsel-Powell protestors by yelling “Long live Maduro! Long Live […]
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to encourage the employment of service members and veterans in the defense industrial base (DIB) as it has an “urgent need” for skilled labor. The Florida senator is calling on Sec. Austin to emphasize the importance of transition assistance programs […]
A bipartisan group of lawmakers have introduced a resolution denouncing the Cuban government's "modern slavery and exploitation" towards Cuban doctors.
The Americans for Prosperity (AFP) Action Florida has announced a new wave of endorsements for candidates participating in the election on Nov. 5. After congratulating 11 of its endorsed candidates who emerged victorious in their primary races on Aug. 20, AFP Action Florida has endorsed four new candidates for the general election, making an overall […]
The US Senate has unanimously approved Senator Marco Rubio’s (R-FL) U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Act of 2024, which extends the commission for two years. The US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is a federal agency created by the 1988 International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA) to monitor religious freedom abroad. USCIRF’s mandate is […]
Florida Democrats Say DeSantis' 6-Week Abortion Ban Triggered Amendment 4 Florida Democratic lawmakers reaffirmed their opposition to Amendment 4, the ballot measure that would restrict abortion access in the state, calling the measure 'restrictive' and 'extreme' as voters...READ MORE Marco Rubio: "Thankful to my senate colleagues for reauthorizing @USCIRF. This commission is crucial […]
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Amid a Florida Supreme Court case alleging he's "interfering" in the election for an abortion amendment, Gov. Ron DeSantis called for all Republican leaders to donate to defeat the "deceptive and extreme" measure, which will be on the November ballot. The Governor's ask, posted to social media Friday afternoon, was a response to Republican […]
