Scott, Cruz Reintroduce 'Kate's Law' to Curb Violent Illegal Immigrant Crime

Scott, Cruz Reintroduce 'Kate's Law' to Curb Violent Illegal Immigrant Crime

Jackson Bakich
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January 30, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-TX) has joined Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) in introducing the Stop Illegal Reentry Act, also known as Kate’s Law. While President Donald Trump (R) is undergoing public ICE raids throughout the country, Sens. Scott, Cruz, and other GOP members are taking the legislative route to impose the legal system upon illegal immigrants. […]
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JUICE?—1.30.2024—Illegal Immigration: DeSantis vs State Lawmakers—Advise for Governor and GOP Lawmakers—Much More..

JUICE?—1.30.2024—Illegal Immigration: DeSantis vs State Lawmakers—Advise for Governor and GOP Lawmakers—Much More..

Javier Manjarres
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January 30, 2025
DeSantis to Veto 'Weak' Legislative Immigration Bill: Here are our Suggestions What a week it has been in the Florida Legislature. Florida GOP lawmakers appear to have revolted against Gov. Ron DeSantis over illegal immigration reform. The pushback against Gov. DeSantis was downright ugly, but was it worth it? Yes, there is a lot of […]
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Former Democrat Senator Bob Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison

Former Democrat Senator Bob Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison

Mateo Guillamont
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January 30, 2025
Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez (D) has been sentenced to 11 years in prison following his bribery and corruption conviction. Menendez, who served as New Jersey’s Senator from 2006 to 2024, accepted nearly $500,000 in cash, a luxury vehicle, home furnishings, and gold bars from the Egyptian government. Former Senator Menendez was also subjected […]
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Cava Highlights Economic Accomplishments in First Term as Mayor

Cava Highlights Economic Accomplishments in First Term as Mayor

Michael Costeines
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January 30, 2025
MIAMI- Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava outlined her economic accomplishments on Tuesday during her first term in office in the county. "A strong economy means opportunities for all. In my first term, we’ve boosted small businesses, created good-paying jobs, and strengthened #OurCounty’s economy to support residents and families," Cava said.  Specifically, Daniella Levine Cava […]
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Last Squeeze?—1.29.2025—Perez Accuses DeSantis of Lacking Will to Communicate—Gruters Hopeful DeSantis Will Sign TRUMP Act Despite Criticisms—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—1.29.2025—Perez Accuses DeSantis of Lacking Will to Communicate—Gruters Hopeful DeSantis Will Sign TRUMP Act Despite Criticisms—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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January 29, 2025
EXCLUSIVE: Gov. DeSantis Accused of Lacking Will to Communicate Over Illegal Immigration As Governor Ron DeSantis is set to veto the illegal immigration “Trump ACT” that passed in the Florida Legislature, a political revolt or feud by Republican state lawmakers against the governor appears...READ MORE     FL Sen. Randy Fine: "Thanks for reminding me we need to […]
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Trump Signs First Bill, The Laken Riley Act

Trump Signs First Bill, The Laken Riley Act

Jackson Bakich
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January 29, 2025
President Donald Trump (R) has signed the Laken Riley Act into law. The bill immediately deports illegal immigrants who have been arrested for shoplifting, assault against police officers, and crimes that result in death or serious bodily injury. It also grants states the ability to sue the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for injunctive relief if "immigration […]
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DeSantis Rips TRUMP Act as 'Weak,' 'Toothless' But Gruters is Hopeful He'll Sign it Anyways

DeSantis Rips TRUMP Act as 'Weak,' 'Toothless' But Gruters is Hopeful He'll Sign it Anyways

Liv Caputo
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January 29, 2025
Florida Senator Joe Gruters is optimistic that Gov. Ron DeSantis will reconsider his plan to veto an anti-illegal immigration bill the governor has dubbed "toothless" and "horrendous," among other things. A staunch Trump ally and contender for the Chief Financial Officer post, the Sarasota Republican told The Floridian that he still believes there's a chance DeSantis will […]
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Salazar and Laura Loomer Fight on X About Cubans, Haitians, Venezuelans, and Nicaraguans' Legality

Salazar and Laura Loomer Fight on X About Cubans, Haitians, Venezuelans, and Nicaraguans' Legality

Grayson Bakich
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January 29, 2025
Journalist and activist Laura Loomer posted a video to X (formerly Twitter) claiming Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) said Cubans, Haitians, Venezuelans, and Nicaraguans in the United States have no criminal record, which earned a response from the Florida Congresswoman. "WATCH: Republican Congresswoman Maria Salazar @RepMariaSalazar Claims ILLEGAL Aliens from Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, and Nicaragua […]
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DeSantis: Trump Told Him He 'Can't Be Weak' on Immigration Fight With Legislature

DeSantis: Trump Told Him He 'Can't Be Weak' on Immigration Fight With Legislature

Liv Caputo
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January 29, 2025
President Donald Trump told Gov. Ron DeSantis that he "can't be weak" in the immigration fight against Florida's GOP Legislature, the governor revealed Wednesday. Trump's encouragement comes as both DeSantis and the Legislature claim they have the president's approval on their separate illegal immigration bills. Though GOP Lawmakers okayed a measure edited by the White […]
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'Not Gonna Quit': DeSantis Hints at New Special Session Over Immigration Bill Clash

'Not Gonna Quit': DeSantis Hints at New Special Session Over Immigration Bill Clash

Liv Caputo
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January 29, 2025
After Gov. Ron DeSantis promised to veto a contentious immigration bill he called "weak," he hinted that the legislature may be called into another special session to address immigration issues that he supports. DeSantis made the comments Wednesday after the GOP-controlled Legislature replaced 10 of his immigration proposals with an 84-page bill of their own, […]
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JUICE?—1.29.2024—Florida Lawmakers Defeat DeSantis in Immigration Special Session—Randy fine, Jimmy Patronis win Congressional Primary Races—Much More..

JUICE?—1.29.2024—Florida Lawmakers Defeat DeSantis in Immigration Special Session—Randy fine, Jimmy Patronis win Congressional Primary Races—Much More..

Javier Manjarres
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January 29, 2025
Florida Lawmakers Rebuke DeSantis, Pass Special Session Immigration Bill...Governor to Veto it The illegal immigration special session in the Florida legislature has ended with lawmakers revolting against Governor Ron DeSantis by passing a legislative measure that allegedly had the blessing of President Donald Trump. Gov. DeSantis is expected to veto the measure. Republicans could then […]
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Rubio Lays Out State Department Internal Policy Plan For 'Safer, Stronger, More Prosperous' America

Rubio Lays Out State Department Internal Policy Plan For 'Safer, Stronger, More Prosperous' America

Mateo Guillamont
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January 29, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently laid out his vision for America’s Department of State during his 4-year mandate at its helm.  Secretary Rubio, who claimed that leading the State Department was the “highest honor” of his life, underscored his strategy would be modelled towards bolstering America’s strength, safety, and prosperity.  President Donald Trump’s appointment […]
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DeSantis Faces Veto Decision After Legislature Rebels, Passes Immigration Bill

DeSantis Faces Veto Decision After Legislature Rebels, Passes Immigration Bill

Liv Caputo
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January 28, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—With help from the White House, the GOP-led Legislature on Tuesday passed an anti-illegal immigration bill detested by Gov. Ron DeSantis, who had his own immigration bills stunningly killed after a weeks-long power struggle. Tuesday night, after 5 hours of bitter debate between and within parties, the 84-page bill clawed its way through both chambers […]
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Scott, GOP Senators Introduce Permanent Small Business Tax Cut Legislation

Scott, GOP Senators Introduce Permanent Small Business Tax Cut Legislation

Jackson Bakich
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January 28, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) joined 34 Republican senators, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) to introduce the “Main Street Tax Certainty Act” a bill that intends to make the 20 percent pass-through business tax deduction permanent. The legislation would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the deduction for qualified business […]
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Cammack Calls Trump DOJ's Firing of Jack Smith Associates 'Long Overdue' and Necessary to Restore 'Law and Order'

Cammack Calls Trump DOJ's Firing of Jack Smith Associates 'Long Overdue' and Necessary to Restore 'Law and Order'

Grayson Bakich
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January 28, 2025
Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) discussed the Trump Department of Justice (DOJ) firing a dozen officials who worked on ex-Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigations into President Donald Trump in a recent appearance on Fox News's Faulkner Focus, saying it was "long overdue" and "far more about righting the ship and getting back to a place of law […]
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Senate Democratic Leader Pizzo 'Not Outraged' by ICE Deporting Criminal Illegal Immigrants

Senate Democratic Leader Pizzo 'Not Outraged' by ICE Deporting Criminal Illegal Immigrants

Michael Costeines
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January 28, 2025
TALLAHASSEE. - Senate Democratic Leader Jason Pizzo conveyed on Monday that he was "not outraged" at U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deporting criminal illegal immigrants, referencing a clip of former President Barack Obama in which the president took a hardline stance on criminal migrant deportations. "If you're a criminal, you'll be deported. If you […]
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Senate Republicans Open to Keep In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants

Senate Republicans Open to Keep In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants

Javier Manjarres
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January 28, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Senator President Ben Albritton, and House Speaker Danny Perez are in the middle of an intra-party feud over the contentious issue of illegal immigration With Senate Republicans looking to maneuver around Gov. DeSantis and pass a veto-proof immigration bill (S.B 2), could Senate Democrats help the Albritton faction of the state […]
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Florida Legislature Overrides Governor's Veto for the First Time in 15 Years

Florida Legislature Overrides Governor's Veto for the First Time in 15 Years

Liv Caputo
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January 28, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—In a rare departure from party loyalty, the Republican-dominated Florida Legislature on Monday overrode the governor's veto for the first time in 15 years. Monday's nearly unanimous decision to restore $56 million of legislative funding after Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed it in June came amid a rebellion from Republican leaders, who shut down his special […]
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