Rubio Commemorates CIA-Backed Bay of Pigs Brigade 2506

Rubio Commemorates CIA-Backed Bay of Pigs Brigade 2506

Mateo Guillamont
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April 17, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has commemorated the anniversary of the Assault Brigade 2506’s (Brigade 2506) involvement in the Bay of Pigs invasion.  Brigade 2506 was a military special operations group designed by former US President Dwight D. Eisenhower and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to lead a military revolution against Communist Dictator Fidel Castro’s […]
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MIA Concessions Deal: No-Bid Extensions Stir Transparency Concerns Amid Push for Modernization

MIA Concessions Deal: No-Bid Extensions Stir Transparency Concerns Amid Push for Modernization

Javier Manjarres
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April 17, 2025
On April 1, 2025, the Miami-Dade County Commission approved a $332 million no-bid concession deal for Miami International Airport (MIA), granting existing vendors 12-year lease extensions in exchange for substantial renovations and investments. The agreement also includes a possible three-year renewal contingent on an additional $65 million in upgrades. The item passed unanimously. During the […]
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Rafael Cabrera's Alleged Homestead Exemption Fraud Raises Concerns Amid Miami District 4 Appointment Process

Rafael Cabrera's Alleged Homestead Exemption Fraud Raises Concerns Amid Miami District 4 Appointment Process

Javier Manjarres
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April 17, 2025
As the City of Miami prepares to fill the vacant District 4 Commission seat following the recent passing of Commissioner Manolo Reyes, questions have arisen regarding the eligibility of candidate Rafael "Ralph" Cabrera. Public records from the Miami-Dade Property Appraiser's Office reveal that Cabrera may have been found to have committed homestead exemption fraud, claiming […]
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Florida Lawmakers Commend Machado's Resilience

Florida Lawmakers Commend Machado's Resilience

Mateo Guillamont
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April 17, 2025
Florida lawmakers are paying tribute to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado as she continues resisting Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro's regime.  Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Representatives Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) simultaneously commended Machado.  The support for Machado derives from her being named by TIME Magazine as one of the […]
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DOJ Achieves Historic Conviction of Gambian Citizen for Torture

DOJ Achieves Historic Conviction of Gambian Citizen for Torture

Mateo Guillamont
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April 16, 2025
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced the conviction of Gambian national Michael Sang Correa for his role in torturing numerous victims. A Colorado jury found that Correa tortured five victims for their involvement in a failed coup in 2006 to overthrow former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh. Correa reportedly worked in an army unit called […]
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Trump Administration Issues Ultimatum on Iran's Nuclear Programs

Trump Administration Issues Ultimatum on Iran's Nuclear Programs

Mateo Guillamont
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April 16, 2025
President Donald Trump’s administration has reportedly warned Iran that it must terminate all of its nuclear weapons development programs or face severe consequences.  The warning comes after President Trump recently began negotiations with Iran to halt their development of nuclear weapons.  Ambassador and Middle East Special Envoy Steve Witkoff recently relayed Trump’s demands from Iran […]
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JUICE?—4.16.2025—HOPE FLORIDA SCANDAL: DeSantis Accused of Thinking He's Above the Law— Much More...

JUICE?—4.16.2025—HOPE FLORIDA SCANDAL: DeSantis Accused of Thinking He's Above the Law— Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 16, 2025
DeSantis Accused of Thinking He's 'Above the Law' During an appearance on OAN’s “The Matt Gaetz Show,” Florida State Rep. Alex Andrade (R) accused Governor Ron DeSantis of thinking “the rules don’t apply to him” and that “he thinks he is above the law" as the HOPE Florida scandal continues to unfold Rep. Andrade made […]
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Bukele White House Visit Emphasizes Trump Administration's Immigration Enforcement Resolve

Bukele White House Visit Emphasizes Trump Administration's Immigration Enforcement Resolve

Mateo Guillamont
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April 15, 2025
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele recently visited the US and met President Donald Trump in the White House.  President Bukele’s visit to the US marked his first outing to the US while being president of El Salvador.  Bukele and President Trump have fostered a close friendship as the former has supported the latter’s immigration enforcement […]
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DOJ Arrests Man For Attacks on Tesla and New Mexico Republican Party HQ

DOJ Arrests Man For Attacks on Tesla and New Mexico Republican Party HQ

Mateo Guillamont
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April 15, 2025
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the arrest of New Mexico Resident Jamison Wagner for the recent attacks against a Tesla dealership and the New Mexico Republican Party’s (RPNM) headquarters.  Wagner is accused of having perpetrated an arson attack on Tesla’s Albuquerque showroom last February 9th, 2025.  Additionally, the DOJ claims Wagner is also […]
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Trump Administration Ups The Ante On Russia

Trump Administration Ups The Ante On Russia

Mateo Guillamont
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April 15, 2025
The US, under President Donald Trump's leadership, is increasing pressure on Russia to reach a ceasefire agreement with Ukraine and permanently end the territorial conflict between the two nations.  President Trump, alongside other members of his administration, has recently publicly criticized Russia for delaying ceasefire negotiations. Russia recently triggered international outcry when it fired a […]
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Mexico and US at Loggerheads Over Water Rights

Mexico and US at Loggerheads Over Water Rights

Mateo Guillamont
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April 14, 2025
The US and Mexico are at loggerheads over a treaty dating back to 1944 in which Mexico and the US agreed to a series of water-sharing actions over certain waterways, such as the Rio Grande.  Among other requirements, the 1994 Water Treaty mandates that Mexico deliver a minimum annual 350,000 acres of water per year […]
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Sarah Palin Sells-Out Miami-Dade GOP 'Liberty Breakfast,' Draws 400 Attendees

Sarah Palin Sells-Out Miami-Dade GOP 'Liberty Breakfast,' Draws 400 Attendees

Javier Manjarres
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April 12, 2025
MIAMI, FL — The Republican Party of Miami-Dade County hosted a packed house this past weekend for its First Annual Women’s History Month Liberty Breakfast, headlined by former Alaska Governor and vice presidential nominee, Sarah Palin. Held at the Renaissance Ballrooms in Miami, the sold-out event brought together over 400 grassroots supporters, elected officials, and community […]
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Secretary Rubio Congratulates Trump for Tarrifs Strategy

Secretary Rubio Congratulates Trump for Tarrifs Strategy

Mateo Guillamont
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April 12, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated President Donald Trump for his tariff strategy at the recently held cabinet meeting. President Donald Trump recently issued a series of tariffs targeting what his administration believes are unfair trade practices. After a few days of negotiations, President Trump issued a 90-day freeze on tariffs for all countries that […]
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Runoff for Coral Gables Commission Heats Up as Richard Lara and Tom Wells Hit the Ground Running

Runoff for Coral Gables Commission Heats Up as Richard Lara and Tom Wells Hit the Ground Running

Javier Manjarres
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April 12, 2025
CORAL GABLES, FL – With less than two weeks before the April 22 runoff election in the Coral Gables Commission Group III race, the campaign for Richard Lara is showing no signs of slowing down. After a commanding first-round finish where Lara secured 47% of the vote, his campaign has moved swiftly into the final […]
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State Department Warns Against Cooperating With Houthis

State Department Warns Against Cooperating With Houthis

Mateo Guillamont
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April 11, 2025
The US State Department is warning countries against cooperating with the Houthis amidst reports of illicit transactions between the Houthis and third parties.  In a recent statement by State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, the State Department alluded to potential consequences for any countries cooperating with the Houthis by claiming such actions “risk violating US law.” […]
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Emilio T. González Promises Day-One City Audit, Pledges to Cut Property Taxes, and Cites 'Out of Control' Miami Budget in Campaign Kickoff

Emilio T. González Promises Day-One City Audit, Pledges to Cut Property Taxes, and Cites 'Out of Control' Miami Budget in Campaign Kickoff

Javier Manjarres
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April 11, 2025
MIAMI, FL — April 10, 2025 — Declaring that “politics-as-usual is failing this city,” retired U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Emilio T. González made his candidacy for Mayor of Miami official Wednesday, entering a crowded field with a clear message: Government must work for the people again. González launched his campaign with sharp criticism of the […]
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After House Approval, Florida Senate Advances Fetal Wrongful Death Bill

After House Approval, Florida Senate Advances Fetal Wrongful Death Bill

Liv Caputo
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April 10, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—A Florida Senate panel approved a bill on Thursday allowing parents to be compensated for the wrongful death of their fetus at any stage of development, sparking debate over IVF and how claims would be litigated. The measure, SB 1284, was presented by Republican Sen. Colleen Burton in Thursday’s Senate Appropriations Committee on Criminal and […]
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Alleged Backroom Move in Miami Could Let Elected Officials Stay Longer—Without a Voter Say

Alleged Backroom Move in Miami Could Let Elected Officials Stay Longer—Without a Voter Say

Javier Manjarres
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April 10, 2025
MIAMI—Miami City Commissioner Damian Pardo has introduced a resolution proposing lifetime term limits for elected officials, aiming to cap service at two terms as mayor and two terms as commissioner. This initiative seeks to prevent individuals from returning to office after serving the maximum terms, promoting fresh leadership. The commission is set to deliberate on […]
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