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Newly resurfaced footage of Florida's Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly’s 2016 congressional debate leaves voters questioning the former Republican’s current stance on U.S. relations with the Communist Cuban regime. Prominent Cuban exile and radio host Ninoska PĂ©rez CastellĂłn recently commented on a video of former Congressman Jolly, then-Republican Representative for Florida’s 13th District, endorsing opening a […]
The Ferretti Group, a luxury yacht company whose stake is controlled by Chinese state-owned Weichai, is set to appear at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show despite drawing data sharing concerns that activists say could jeopardize military installations across the country. They warn Ferretti, which makes Riva and Pershing connected yachts, are floating data centers that […]
After nearly a year in exile, Venezuelan opposition leader MarĂa Corina Machado returned to Caracas amid the nation’s U.S.-led regime transition. The Nobel laureate announced her return on X, writing, "I am here. With you." ¡Este dĂa lo vamos a recordar siempre! Juntos alcanzaremos la Libertad. 🇻🇪 https://t.co/WTpT1LChYl — MarĂa Corina Machado (@MariaCorinaYA) October 26, […]
Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro has endorsed Republican Scott Singer in his congressional bid for Florida's 25th District (FL CD 25) against incumbent Democrat Rep. Jared Moskowitz. "We need people in Washington who know how to govern and aren't afraid of the Radical Left, which is why I support Scott Singer for Congress," the Jewish-American media […]
Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) is using her political leverage in Miami to the fullest advantage against Democratic challenger Eliott Rodriguez amid U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y. )'s recent visit to Florida's 27th Congressional District (FL CD 27). Eliott Rodriguez brought the man who wants to lead the socialists in Congress into a […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the state has secured an arrest warrant for Raul Castro for conspiracy to commit first-degree murder in connection with his alleged role in the shootdown of two unarmed civilian planes 30 years ago. Attorney General Uthmeier announced the warrant while speaking during a press conference at Florida International University […]
Argentina President Javier Milei has endorsed Congresswoman MarĂa Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) in her reelection bid for Florida’s 27th Congressional District (FL CD 27). “MarĂa Elvira is one of the continent's most outspoken and respected voices,” Milei said. “She advocates for freedom, democracy, the free market, and every person's right to prosper through their own efforts.” […]
Eliott Rodriguez, the Democratic challenger for Florida’s 27th Congressional District (FL CD 27), has secured endorsements from two of Miami-Dade County’s top leaders. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (D) and City of Miami Mayor Eileen Higgins (D) have officially backed the former TV News anchor’s effort against Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R). Mayor Cava: […]
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Florida has endorsed Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) in her reelection bid against Democratic challenger Angie Nixon. The group has also endorsed 24 Republican congressional challengers ahead of the 2026 Midterm Election. “On behalf of Florida small businesses, we are proud to endorse a slate of candidates who have […]
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has endorsed Congresswoman MarĂa Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) for reelection in Florida’s 27th Congressional District (FL CD 27). “The best friend Colombia has in the United States Congress is MarĂa Elvira Salazar,” President de la Espriella said. “She has always been there, and she has always defended Colombia. “That is why […]
In the lead-up to the 2026 U.S. Midterm election, resurfaced images show Republican challenger for Florida’s 25th District (FL CD 25), Scott Singer, alongside a Qatari senior official, which could leave voters questioning his loyalty to Israel’s security. The resurfaced image shows Singer alongside Qatar’s Minister of Municipality, His Excellency (HE) Abdullah bin Hamad bin […]
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (D-Fla.) is calling on the federal government to launch a “prompt and exhaustive” investigation into the death of Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old whose mysterious death has garnered nationwide attention. “Nolan Xavier Wells’ family deserves answers. I have called on the National Park Service to conduct a prompt, exhaustive investigation into his […]
In a recent interview with CBS News Miami’s “Facing South Florida with Jim DeFede,” Angie Nixon, the Democratic nominee for Florida’s U.S. Senate seat, asserted that she does not fully agree with the Democratic Socialists of America’s (DSA) policy agenda. “I think it’s really important to know that I don’t believe in everything the DSA […]
Starting Sept. 30, 2026, new Floridian drivers and those renewing their driver’s licenses will be seeing a revamped design on their identification cards. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) recently announced it will be issuing a newly designed Florida driver's license and identification card. The new look aims to honor the […]
Delcy Rodriguez, the interim president of Venezuela, announced reforms to its controversial statute aimed at suppressing political dissidents. In a statement published on X, Rodriguez shared an official document requesting a partial reform to Venezuela’s 2017 Constitutional Law Against Hate, for Peaceful Coexistence and Tolerance. “We continue to take steps toward a new stage of […]
A former South Florida congressman has crossed party lines to endorse Scott Singer, the Republican congressional nominee for Florida’s 25th District. Former U.S. Rep. Peter Deutsch (D-Fla.) recently announced his support for the former mayor of Boca Raton in his bid against incumbent Democratic congressman Jared Moskowitz. “Scott Singer has served with distinction for 8 […]
Scott Singer, the Republican congressional nominee for Florida’s 25th District (FL CD 25), recently called out incumbent Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) for refusing to debate the challenger ahead of the 2026 Midterm election. The challengers were set to face off in a scheduled televised debate on WPLG Local 10. “It is disappointing that Jared refuses […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, Republican congressional nominee for Florida’s 22nd District Casey Askar discussed the dangers of communism in the Western Hemisphere. The Naples businessman commented that the biggest threat the U.S. has in its hemisphere is that of communism and the influence of China. Askar: “It was the […]
