Luna Targets Toxic Sunscreen Ahead of Summer Season

Luna Targets Toxic Sunscreen Ahead of Summer Season

Mateo Guillamont
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May 13, 2024
Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) has filed the bipartisan No Toxic Chemicals in Cosmetics Act to ban the use of sunscreens and similar cosmetic products using Parabens. Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo (D-MD) coauthored the bill, which comes as millions of Americans prepare to enter the summer season. Parabens are chemicals used as artificial preservatives in sundry […]
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Rubio Leads Bipartisan Effort Pressuring Biden to Reject Tentative Israel ICC Sanctions

Rubio Leads Bipartisan Effort Pressuring Biden to Reject Tentative Israel ICC Sanctions

Mateo Guillamont
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May 13, 2024
US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has sent President Joe Biden a letter requesting the latter reject potential International Criminal Court (ICC) anti-Israel actions. Senator Rubio, alongside Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and fellow legislators, urged Biden publicly denounce such potential actions. The ICC is reportedly considering issuing arrest warrants against senior Israeli officials for alleged international […]
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Scott Chides Biden Halting Arms Over Rafah Plans

Scott Chides Biden Halting Arms Over Rafah Plans

Daniel Molina
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May 13, 2024
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) has responded to the threat, warning that halting arms could have disastrous consequences.
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Donalds Declares 'Republicans are on OFFENSE in 2024'

Donalds Declares 'Republicans are on OFFENSE in 2024'

Daniel Molina
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May 13, 2024
On social media, Rep. Donalds shared his excitement for the GOP, affirming that 'Republicans are on OFFENSE in 2024."
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The Jason Pizzo vs Matt Gaetz 2026 Gubernatorial Hairdown Gets Underway?

The Jason Pizzo vs Matt Gaetz 2026 Gubernatorial Hairdown Gets Underway?

Javier Manjarres
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May 11, 2024
The 2026 gubernatorial “Battle of the Coif” showdown between Rep. Matt Gaetz (R) and State Senator Jason Pizzo (D) may have just witnessed the first salvo of gel-slinging. In response to Rep. Gaetz’s weekend “I Love Florida” post on “X,” Sen. Pizzo posted, “#PromNight,” which is an obvious dig at the pink sports blazer Rep. […]
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New Report Shows Florida #1 in US for Education

New Report Shows Florida #1 in US for Education

Jim McCool
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May 11, 2024
Florida has now been ranked first in the United States in education by US News & World Report. Florida has traditionally caught heat for underpaying teachers and neglecting educational outcomes.  A study conducted on the 2021-22 school year found that Florida pays the lowest average teacher salary when adjusted for cost of living for a […]
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DeSantis Sends Florida Troopers to Palestinian Protests

DeSantis Sends Florida Troopers to Palestinian Protests

Jim McCool
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May 11, 2024
All eyes have been on college campuses as young people along with outside agitators across America have protested the Israeli-Hamas conflict.  However, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has sent Florida state troopers to control pro-Palestinian protestors. Top officials have confirmed that the Florida governor has directed the Florida Highway Patrol to respond to these protests.  "On […]
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Harrowing Reports of Chinese Organ Trafficking Spark Congressional Outcry

Harrowing Reports of Chinese Organ Trafficking Spark Congressional Outcry

Mateo Guillamont
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May 11, 2024
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is demanding the Biden administration respond to investigative reports alleging China is engaging in a massive forced organ transplant scheme. According to the American Journal of Transplantation, transplant surgeons in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) removed organs, including hearts and lungs, violating the internationally-accepted  “dead donor” rule, i.e., before […]
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Republican Lawmakers Face Off Against International Criminal Court

Republican Lawmakers Face Off Against International Criminal Court

Mateo Guillamont
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May 10, 2024
Republican lawmakers are upping their public campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC) in light of reports the former is considering issuing arrest warrants for Israel officials. The ICC is an international tribunal designed to prosecute individuals for the international crimes of Genocide, Crimes Against Humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression. Neither the […]
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Scott Attends Trump Trial, Calls Court Proceedings 'Criminal'

Scott Attends Trump Trial, Calls Court Proceedings 'Criminal'

Daniel Molina
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May 10, 2024
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) is the first member of the Senate to attend President Donald Trump's (R) criminal trial.
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Buchanan, Soto Introduce Bill to Strengthen U.S.-Israel Ties in Healthcare Field

Buchanan, Soto Introduce Bill to Strengthen U.S.-Israel Ties in Healthcare Field

Jackson Bakich
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May 10, 2024
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) has introduced the Maximizing Israel-U.S. Research Advancement and Collaborative Leadership in Emerging Medical Technology (MIRACLE) Act alongside Representatives Darren Soto (D-FL) and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA). The bill is designed to do eight things according to Rep. Buchanan's Office: Promote research and development between the U.S. and Israel Support innovation hubs to […]
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Mast: Biden 'Succumbs to Propaganda,' Withholds Offensive Weapons from Israel in Rafah

Mast: Biden 'Succumbs to Propaganda,' Withholds Offensive Weapons from Israel in Rafah

Jackson Bakich
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May 10, 2024
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) has released a statement concerning President Joe Biden’s (D) decision to withhold offensive weapons from Israel as it begins its operation in Rafah, the southernmost region in the Gaza Strip. The Florida congressman has been incredibly vocal in his support for Israel and quite negative toward President Biden’s approach toward the […]
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International Pro-Hamas Students Could Face Deportation if Republican Lawmakers Get Their Way

International Pro-Hamas Students Could Face Deportation if Republican Lawmakers Get Their Way

Mateo Guillamont
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May 10, 2024
Pressure is mounting on President Joe Biden’s administration to punish students involved in anti-Israel university protests many Republicans have characterized as pro-Hamas and antisemitic. Numerous Senators and Representatives have petitioned the Department of Homeland Security to expel any foreign national suporting Hamas and advocating the genocide of Jews through denying Israel’s right to exist. According […]
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Florida Retail Federation CEO Shalley: FDA Needs to 'Step Up' Against Illicit Chinese Vapes

Florida Retail Federation CEO Shalley: FDA Needs to 'Step Up' Against Illicit Chinese Vapes

Jackson Bakich
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May 10, 2024
Florida Retail Federation (FRF) President and CEO Scott Shalley spoke with The Floridian in an exclusive interview regarding the sale of illicit Chinese vape products throughout the United States. In the state of Florida specifically, however, these products have dominated the disposable vape market. Chinese-owned companies such as Elf Bar, Fume, and HQD accounted for […]
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'We Are Disappointed': Miami Commissioners Delay Racial Gerrymandering Settlement, May Cost Taxpayers More Money

'We Are Disappointed': Miami Commissioners Delay Racial Gerrymandering Settlement, May Cost Taxpayers More Money

Liv Caputo
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May 9, 2024
MIAMI, FL—When a federal Judge found the Miami Commission guilty of racially gerrymandering their voting districts, they agreed to vote on a legal settlement redrawing the districts on Thursday morning. However, they decided to delay the settlement until May 23rd, potentially costing taxpayers more money in legal fees. Why? Because some members were allegedly not […]
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'Government is Not the Solution': DeSantis Family Lauds Hope Florida Program for Those in Need

'Government is Not the Solution': DeSantis Family Lauds Hope Florida Program for Those in Need

Liv Caputo
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May 9, 2024
PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL—The DeSantis family took the stage Thursday morning, touting First Lady Casey DeSantis' initiative to remove government from societal issues and replace it with faith and community-based organizations which, the Governor says, will save taxpayers $800 million in ten years. "Government is not the solution to society's problems," Governor Ron DeSantis said […]
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Waltz, Rubio, and Colleagues Publish Series of Suggestions for US Maritime Strategy

Waltz, Rubio, and Colleagues Publish Series of Suggestions for US Maritime Strategy

Mateo Guillamont
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May 9, 2024
In the face of rising competition for control of the seas and the People’s Republic of China’s encroachments on the freedom of navigation, legislators have called for urgent action through a national maritime strategy report. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), U.S. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL), U.S. Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ), and U.S. Representative John Garamendi […]
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Publicly-Funded Telehealth Abortions Targeted in New Steube Bil

Publicly-Funded Telehealth Abortions Targeted in New Steube Bil

Mateo Guillamont
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May 9, 2024
US Representative Gregory Steube’s (R-FL) Women’s Protection in Telehealth Act would prevent health care providers offering telehealth services for abortions from receiving Medicare funds. The act would prohibit access to medicare funds to health care providers who prescribe chemical abortion pills without physically examining a patient prior to such prescription. A single telehealth abortion-related service […]
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