Last Squeeze?—12.16.2024—Fine Wants to Ban 'Fictional Palestinian' Flags on Gov Buildings—Eskamani Announces Mayoral Bid—Gimenez Talks Trump v. China—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—12.16.2024—Fine Wants to Ban 'Fictional Palestinian' Flags on Gov Buildings—Eskamani Announces Mayoral Bid—Gimenez Talks Trump v. China—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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December 16, 2024
Fine Revives Twice-Killed Flag Bill to Ban 'Fictional Palestinian' Flags on Gov Buildings State Sen. Randy Fine, a Florida Republican expected to head to Congress, has re-upped a twice failed bill banning flags representing the gay community, Black Lives Matter, or other "politically partisan" causes...READ MORE     FL Sen. Barbara Sharief: "2025 is almost […]
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AG Moody Calls on FEMA to Ease Restrictions after Hurricanes

AG Moody Calls on FEMA to Ease Restrictions after Hurricanes

Jackson Bakich
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December 16, 2024
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton made landfall in the Sunshine State, Florida residents have been attempting to rebuild their homes and communities. However, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody (R) is calling on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to ease its regulations on home constructions so they can rebuild their lives, literally and figuratively. AG […]
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Eskamani Announces bid for Orlando Mayor

Eskamani Announces bid for Orlando Mayor

Daniel Molina
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December 16, 2024
Rep. Eskamani was previously speculated to run for the Florida governorship, but she has confirmed that she's setting her sights on leading Orlando.
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Trump, Hegseth, and Waltz Attend Army-Navy Game in Show of Republican Unity

Trump, Hegseth, and Waltz Attend Army-Navy Game in Show of Republican Unity

Mateo Guillamont
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December 16, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump attended Sunday’s ceremonial Army vs Navy football game in Maryland alongside Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth and national security advisor Mike Waltz, among other cabinet nominees.  The occurrence was symbolic as republicans have rallied around nominee Hegseth in recent weeks following questions regarding his character and capacity to lead the Defense […]
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Fine Revives Twice-Killed Flag Bill to Ban 'Fictional Palestinian' Flags on Gov Buildings

Fine Revives Twice-Killed Flag Bill to Ban 'Fictional Palestinian' Flags on Gov Buildings

Liv Caputo
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December 16, 2024
State Sen. Randy Fine, a Florida Republican expected to head to Congress, has re-upped a twice failed bill banning flags representing the gay community, Black Lives Matter, or other "politically partisan" causes on government buildings. Fine, the state Legislature's sole Jewish Republican, says his bill for the 2025 Session will also ban the "fictional Palestinian" […]
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Mast Rips Secretary Blinken Over ‘Lackluster Response’

Mast Rips Secretary Blinken Over ‘Lackluster Response’

Daniel Molina
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December 16, 2024
Rep. Mast shared a video on social media, decrying the “lackluster response” from Secretary Blinken.
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Did Luna Just Endorse Donalds for Florida Governor?

Did Luna Just Endorse Donalds for Florida Governor?

Daniel Molina
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December 16, 2024
In a social media post that will surely make headlines, Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R) suggested that Florida Rep. Byron Donalds (R) could be aiming to become Florida Governor.
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Scott Tells Floridians to Buy Local Produce, Not Food From China

Scott Tells Floridians to Buy Local Produce, Not Food From China

Jackson Bakich
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December 14, 2024
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) sat down with The Floridian to discuss the concerns of farmers- specifically farmers from Florida – over the predatory practices of the Chinese government, including concerns about the theft of genetically modified seeds to improve crops and their refusal to buy seed-generated produce from Florida. For instance, in 2023, Newsweek published […]
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Scott and Steube Disaster Tax Relief Bill Signed Into Law

Scott and Steube Disaster Tax Relief Bill Signed Into Law

Mateo Guillamont
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December 14, 2024
The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023, led by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and Representative Greg Steube (R-FL), has been signed into law by President Joe Biden.  The new law, which was historically passed in the House of Representatives via discharge petition, will provide tax relief for certain federal disasters.  A discharge petition is […]
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Last Squeeze?—12.14.2024—Patronis to Air Trump-Heavy Campaign Ad During Army-Navy Game—What's Up With the Drones?—Jones Scores Legislator of the Year—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—12.14.2024—Patronis to Air Trump-Heavy Campaign Ad During Army-Navy Game—What's Up With the Drones?—Jones Scores Legislator of the Year—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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December 14, 2024
'Yes Sir': Patronis to Air Trump-Heavy Campaign Ad During Army-Navy Game Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis' will air his Trump-centered campaign ad for Congress, his first of the cycle, during the Army vs. Navy football game on Saturday. Both President-elect Donald...READ MORE     FL Sen. Barbara Sharief: "Have yourself a merry little Christmas! It's great to […]
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Progressive Democrats Call Lake Appointment to VOA ‘Abuse of Power’

Progressive Democrats Call Lake Appointment to VOA ‘Abuse of Power’

Daniel Molina
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December 13, 2024
Former Florida Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D) calls the appointment of Lake as VOA director “another blatant abuse of power.”
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November Inflation Report Incites Conservative Criticism of Bidenomics

November Inflation Report Incites Conservative Criticism of Bidenomics

Mateo Guillamont
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December 13, 2024
The November Producer Price Index (PPI) report’s publication on December 12th, demonstrating a 3% increase in annual inflation for 2024 under President Joe Biden, has incited criticism towards the white house’s economic policies.  The PPI reported an 11% increase in the price of Fruit, 34% in Vegetables, 80% in Eggs, and 13% in Coffee among […]
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AG Commissioner Simpson Moves to Protect Two Florida Farms

AG Commissioner Simpson Moves to Protect Two Florida Farms

Jackson Bakich
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December 13, 2024
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced the preservation of Adams Farm (Walton and Holmes counties) and Triple S Ranch (Citrus County) through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. These two farms cover 1,687 acres and 806 acres, respectively. They were preserved through the rural lands protection […]
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Bipartisan Response Questions Recent Drone Sightings

Bipartisan Response Questions Recent Drone Sightings

Daniel Molina
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December 13, 2024
As Americans weigh the possibility of shooting down the drones, lawmakers warn that it's simply "unacceptable" to not address the issue.
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'Yes Sir': Patronis to Air Trump-Heavy Campaign Ad During Army-Navy Game

'Yes Sir': Patronis to Air Trump-Heavy Campaign Ad During Army-Navy Game

Liv Caputo
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December 13, 2024
Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis' will air his Trump-centered campaign ad for Congress, his first of the cycle, during the Army vs. Navy football game on Saturday. Both President-elect Donald Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis will be at the 3 p.m. game in Maryland while Patronis' 30-second ad airs. Called "Yes sir", Patronis uses […]
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Sen. Shevrin Jones named Legislator of the Year by the Florida School Boards Association

Sen. Shevrin Jones named Legislator of the Year by the Florida School Boards Association

Michael Costeines
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December 13, 2024
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. - The Florida School Boards Association recently honored Sen. Shevrin "Shev" Jones, D-Miami Gardens, as one of its 2024 Legislators of the Year. "Today, FSBA honored @ShevrinJones as 2024 Legislator of the Year for championing public schools," the Florida School Boards Association said. "A former teacher, he’s a voice for students, teachers, […]
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Trump And Conservatives Celebrate FBI Director Wray's Resignation

Trump And Conservatives Celebrate FBI Director Wray's Resignation

Mateo Guillamont
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December 13, 2024
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray reportedly announced he will resign his post prior to President-elect Donald Trump’s administration next January.  Despite having been appointed by President Trump, Director Wray’s relationship with Trump has soured as the FBI has investigated him on numerous occasions.  Wray allegedly told FBI leaders at an internal meeting […]
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FIU Panel Explores Venezuela's Political and Economic Landscape

FIU Panel Explores Venezuela's Political and Economic Landscape

Daniel Molina
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December 12, 2024
Titled “Venezuela at a Crossroads: Will Maduro Step Down? Will Gonzalez Urrutia be sworn in? Scenarios for 2025,” the panel of specialists discussed what lies ahead as both the United States and Venezuela prepare to navigate political obstacles.
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