Florida Urges Biden to Reimpose Venezuelan Sanctions

Florida Urges Biden to Reimpose Venezuelan Sanctions

Liv Caputo
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January 10, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL --- The Florida Legislature is pushing for strong foreign policy action against Venezuela and their dictator Nicolas Maduro. Following Venezuela's violation of a deal granting sanction relief, Florida has taken steps to urge the federal government to reinstate all sanctions against them. "The November 30th deadline has passed without compliance," SM 398's sponsor, […]
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Governor DeSantis Declares State of Emergency for Winter Storm

Governor DeSantis Declares State of Emergency for Winter Storm

Jim McCool
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January 9, 2024
In the wake of an abrupt and devastating winter storm, Governor DeSantis (R-FL) declared a state of emergency in 49 Florida counties after the weather barreled through the middle of the state. What is being called, "The Winter Storm" put many parts of the country on high alert.  Tornado warnings were in effect on Tuesday […]
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Open Carry to be Debated by Florida Legislature

Open Carry to be Debated by Florida Legislature

Mateo Guillamont
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January 9, 2024
Florida legislators could soon enact laws permitting individuals to freely and openly carry firearms thanks to Representative Mike Beltran’s (R-70) recently filed bill. Representative Beltran’s bill would also deregulate certain aspects of concealed carrying in Florida.  First, Beltran’s proposal would make it completely legal for Floridians to openly carry any legal weapon or firearm while […]
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Florida Democrats Hopeful for United Front on New Antisemitism Bill

Florida Democrats Hopeful for United Front on New Antisemitism Bill

Liv Caputo
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January 9, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL --- House Democrats hope for a united front on a new bill defining and protecting against antisemitism. Just yesterday, dissension within the party caused concerns that the bill may be weaponized against Palestinian supporters. "It's already been through its two committees, it's ready for the floor," HB 187 sponsor Democrat Rep. Mike Gottlieb […]
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Lauren Book Issues Rebuttal to DeSantis' State of the State Address

Lauren Book Issues Rebuttal to DeSantis' State of the State Address

Jackson Bakich
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January 9, 2024
State Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book (D-FL) has released her rebuttal to Governor Ron DeSantis’ State of the State Address. In a series of videos posted on social media, Minority Leader Book described Gov. DeSantis’ speech as a compilation of “carefully curated talking points” that fail to demonstrate a “darker reality.” She also jabbed at […]
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DeSantis ad Slams ‘Wall Street Funded’ Haley

DeSantis ad Slams ‘Wall Street Funded’ Haley

Daniel Molina
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January 9, 2024
Governor DeSantis has released a new advertisement, slamming “Wall Street funded” Haley.
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DeSantis Discourse: The Governor's 2024 State of the State Address

DeSantis Discourse: The Governor's 2024 State of the State Address

Liv Caputo
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January 9, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL --- After a late start amid a raging storm, Gov. DeSantis delivered his 2024 State of the State address. He hit on topics such as education, Israel, and immigration, emphasizing Florida's existence as a "fre e state". "2024 is going to be a banner year for the state if Florida," The Governor began […]
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DeSantis Calls House Sellouts Over Bipartisan Deal

DeSantis Calls House Sellouts Over Bipartisan Deal

Daniel Molina
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January 9, 2024
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) has unloaded on the House, calling them sellouts for the bipartisan deal.
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Bipartisan Funding Deal Reached Despite Some Conservatives’ Resistance

Bipartisan Funding Deal Reached Despite Some Conservatives’ Resistance

Mateo Guillamont
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January 9, 2024
US House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (R-NY) have reached a deal to draft a bipartisan funding bill.  The official amount of government spending allowed by the bill would be set at $1.59 trillion.  If passed, the funding bill would replace the current funding legislation set to expire […]
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Former State Attorney Andrew Warren to Not Seek Reelection, Fears DeSantis

Former State Attorney Andrew Warren to Not Seek Reelection, Fears DeSantis

Jackson Bakich
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January 9, 2024
Former Florida State Attorney Andrew Warren (D-FL) announced that he would not pursue reelection to the position in 2024. He was removed by Governor and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in August of 2022. As reported by the Tampa Bay Times, Warren believes Gov. DeSantis would remove him once again should he win reelection. In […]
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Push for Online Protections for Minors by Florida Conservatives

Push for Online Protections for Minors by Florida Conservatives

Mateo Guillamont
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January 8, 2024
A bevy of bills have been floored by Florida Republican legislators to protect minors on the internet and social media.  Senator Erin Grall (R-29) filed the latest proposals: two bills requiring age verification on social media platforms and creating regulations to shield minors from inappropriate online content.  Senator Grall’s social media proposal would prohibit individuals […]
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New Antisemitism Bill Divides Democrats in the Florida House

New Antisemitism Bill Divides Democrats in the Florida House

Liv Caputo
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January 8, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL --- A new bill expanding the definition of antisemitism in Florida statute faced backlash Monday morning. Starting off the Legislative Session with a bang, the bill aims to codify and delineate protections of Jewish citizens into law. "It's my pleasure to bring the bill, but it's sad that I have to," The bill's […]
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Gaetz Urges Congressional Hearing After DoD Failed to Announce Defense Secretary's Hospitalization

Gaetz Urges Congressional Hearing After DoD Failed to Announce Defense Secretary's Hospitalization

Jackson Bakich
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January 8, 2024
Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) has urged the House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rodgers (R-AL) to initiate a congressional hearing regarding the lack of transparency from the Department of Defense (DoD). According to the Associated Press (AP), Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underwent a medical procedure on Dec. 22 but was admitted to intensive care on […]
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Over 1.5 Thousand Bills Filed Prior to Start of Florida Legislative Session

Over 1.5 Thousand Bills Filed Prior to Start of Florida Legislative Session

Mateo Guillamont
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January 8, 2024
Tallahassee, Fl- Nearly 1.7 thousand laws have been proposed by the Florida legislature prior to the start of the 2024 legislative session.  While committees have been convening in both the Senate and House of Representatives, the Florida legislative session is set to officially commence tomorrow, January 9th.  Starting tomorrow, legislators will be able to reject […]
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Debbie Mucarsel-Powell Believes the Time is Now for Florida Democrats

Debbie Mucarsel-Powell Believes the Time is Now for Florida Democrats

Jim McCool
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January 8, 2024
In this upcoming 2024 election cycle, former U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (R-FL) is challenging US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) for his Senate seat.  However, Mucarsel-Powell does not just see this as an opportunity for herself, but for Democrats across Florida to take back their state. At a campaign event recently, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell stated, "Floridians, you […]
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Biden Campaign Says Election is About ‘Freedom and Democracy’

Biden Campaign Says Election is About ‘Freedom and Democracy’

Daniel Molina
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January 8, 2024
President Joe Biden’s (D) campaign believes this could help the incumbent, warning that the election is about “freedom and democracy.”
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U.S. Supreme Court Will Review Barring Trump From Election

U.S. Supreme Court Will Review Barring Trump From Election

Daniel Molina
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January 8, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether or not President Donald Trump (R) could be barred from holding office.
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Lauren Book, Pro-Choice Coalition Celebrate Abortion Returning to Ballot in 2024 Election

Lauren Book, Pro-Choice Coalition Celebrate Abortion Returning to Ballot in 2024 Election

Jackson Bakich
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January 6, 2024
State Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book (D-FL) has announced that the legality of abortion will be on the ballot in the 2024 election. Nearly 900,000 signatures and a threshold of verified petitions from at least 14 different congressional districts in the Sunshine State for this to happen. Leader Book mentioned in a social media post […]
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