Buchanan Requests Transparency Following Massive Cyberattack Against Healthcare Provider

Buchanan Requests Transparency Following Massive Cyberattack Against Healthcare Provider

Jackson Bakich
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March 22, 2024
Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) – the Chairman of the Health Subcommittee – led a letter with 19 other congressmen to address the cyberattack against Change Healthcare. Attacks such as these can be incredibly serious as researchers at the University of Minnesota revealed that there’s a nearly 21 percent increase in mortality for patients in a ransomware-attacked hospital. […]
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Castor Rails Against Republicans' Refusal to Support Energy-Efficient Standards

Castor Rails Against Republicans' Refusal to Support Energy-Efficient Standards

Jackson Bakich
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March 22, 2024
Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL) blamed Republicans for “ripping into your wallets” as they allegedly do not support standards for energy-efficient appliances, standards that she supports. During a committee hearing on Capitol Hill, Rep. Castor argued that energy-efficient appliances have been “widely popular.” Once again, the @HouseGOP is ripping into your wallets. My neighbors want lower […]
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Waltz Declares Joe and Hunter Biden 'Worst Corruption Scandal in Our History'

Waltz Declares Joe and Hunter Biden 'Worst Corruption Scandal in Our History'

Grayson Bakich
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March 22, 2024
The House Oversight Committee recently held a hearing with Hunter Biden's former business associate Tony Bobulinski and others as House Republicans continue their impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, hoping to hold a hearing with the President personally. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL) who sat at the hearing, discussed afterward on Fox News's Ingraham Angle, saying the nature of […]
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State Department Promotions Could Face Increased Scrutiny Thanks to Rubio Bill

State Department Promotions Could Face Increased Scrutiny Thanks to Rubio Bill

Mateo Guillamont
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March 22, 2024
A new bill introduced by US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) would alter the promotion process for members of the US Department of State.  The Mandatory Review of Performance Improvement Plans at State Act would require the State Department review any Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) issued to individuals being considered for promotion.  The State Department issues […]
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Mills' Embassy Construction Integrity Act Clears House, Heads to Senate

Mills' Embassy Construction Integrity Act Clears House, Heads to Senate

Mateo Guillamont
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March 21, 2024
US Representative Cory Mills’ (R-FL) Embassy Construction Integrity Act was recently approved by the House of Representatives.  The legislation would prohibit the US from leasing or purchasing properties owned by Chinese firms when such property is to be subsequently used for consular or diplomatic purposes.  Additionally, the act prevents the US from contracting Chinese companies […]
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Lobbyists with Chinese Connections Targeted in New Rubio Bill

Lobbyists with Chinese Connections Targeted in New Rubio Bill

Mateo Guillamont
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March 21, 2024
US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) introduced the CCP Lobbying Divestment Act to counter American Defense contractors’ potential conflicts of interest.  If passed, the legislation would prohibit companies receiving American defense contracts from hiring lobbyists simultaneously employed by Chinese military companies.  The act also prevents defense contractors from employing lobbyists working for US-sanctioned Chinese companies as […]
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Frost Introduces Bill to Close 'Zombie Gun' Loophole

Frost Introduces Bill to Close 'Zombie Gun' Loophole

Grayson Bakich
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March 21, 2024
Reducing or preventing mass shootings and other acts of gun violence remains a priority of Democrats, seeking means of preventing the next shooter from obtaining weapons legally through loopholes in gun purchasing regulations. Representative Maxwell Frost (D-FL) recently introduced a bill that would close the "zombie gun" loophole, saying, "I refuse to see another life […]
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Last Squeeze?—3.20.2024—FL Democrats Say Florida GOP Didn't Have Big Win—DeSantis Says FL Dems are a Gift to GOP—More...

Last Squeeze?—3.20.2024—FL Democrats Say Florida GOP Didn't Have Big Win—DeSantis Says FL Dems are a Gift to GOP—More...

Liv Caputo
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March 21, 2024
Fried Reports Positive Election Night for Democrats, Power Vehemently Disagrees Florida Democratic Party (FDP) Chair Nikki Fried held a press conference following yesterday’s election results throughout the state of Florida...READ MORE Gov. Ron DeSantis: "The lawlessness seen in “progressive” cities—sprawling encampments, open-air drug markets, and homeless people endangering themselves and others—is entirely preventable." Steven Cheung: […]
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Frost Announces $12 Million for Central Florida Housing and Infrastructure

Frost Announces $12 Million for Central Florida Housing and Infrastructure

Grayson Bakich
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March 20, 2024
The State of Florida has become one of the nation's fastest-growing states, but making sure everyone who moves in has a place to live remains a problem. Representative Maxwell Frost (D-FL) recently announced the securing of $12 million from the Biden Administration for affordable housing and infrastructure, saying it would "make a world of difference for so […]
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Florida Legislators Demand New Sanctions Package Against Cuba

Florida Legislators Demand New Sanctions Package Against Cuba

Mateo Guillamont
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March 20, 2024
Florida legislators are urging colleagues support the passage of the Denying Earnings to the Military Oligarchy in Cuba and Restricting Activities of the Cuban Intelligence Apparatus (DEMOCRACIA) Act. The DEMOCRACIA Act, originally introduced by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL), would levy sanctions on nefarious Cuban actors and provide access to uncensored internet on the island. The […]
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Waltz Accuses Biden Administration of 'Living in Fantasy Land' During Afghanistan Withdrawal

Waltz Accuses Biden Administration of 'Living in Fantasy Land' During Afghanistan Withdrawal

Grayson Bakich
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March 20, 2024
The House Foreign Affairs Committee recently held a hearing with Generals Mark Milley (Ret.) and Kenneth McKenzie (Ret.) on the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal of August 2021 which saw 13 American service members killed via suicide bomb at Abbey Gate. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL), who sat on the hearing, appeared on Fox News's Hannity to discuss afterward, accusing the Biden […]
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Fried Reports Positive Election Night for Democrats, Power Vehemently Disagrees

Fried Reports Positive Election Night for Democrats, Power Vehemently Disagrees

Jackson Bakich
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March 20, 2024
Florida Democratic Party (FDP) Chair Nikki Fried held a press conference following yesterday’s election results throughout the state of Florida. Fried reported that it was a big win for Democrats in the Sunshine State and a bad night for former President Donald Trump (R) and Republicans alike. “So, what we saw last night: Donald Trump […]
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Scott's 'End Fentanyl Act' Signed into Law After Almost Two Year Effort

Scott's 'End Fentanyl Act' Signed into Law After Almost Two Year Effort

Jackson Bakich
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March 20, 2024
Senator Rick Scott’s Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of Life (END FENTANYL) Act has been signed by President Joe Biden (D). Sen. Scott's bill calls for the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to improve and reform its approach every three years to “ensure drug interdiction guidance […]
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Laurel Lee Rips Into Biden's Fiscal Budget Proposal: Americans 'Cannot Keep Up'

Laurel Lee Rips Into Biden's Fiscal Budget Proposal: Americans 'Cannot Keep Up'

Jackson Bakich
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March 19, 2024
Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) ripped into President Joe Biden’s (D) Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) budget proposal. Within the congresswoman’s response, she mentioned that the American people simply “cannot keep up” with the President’s fiscal approach. President Biden’s proposed FY25 budget is reckless, irresponsible, and unsustainable. It is time to reign in this administration's reckless spending […]
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One Man Race as Florida Hosts Presidential Primary

One Man Race as Florida Hosts Presidential Primary

Mateo Guillamont
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March 19, 2024
Florida registered Republicans will head to the polls today to vote for the Republican presidential nominee. Former President Donald Trump clinched the nomination a few weeks ago after Ambassador Nikki Haley dropped out of the race.  The primary is being assessed by political analysts as an indicator of support for President Trump among Florida Republicans.  […]
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Moskowitz Calls for Hearing on Haiti as Americans Remain Stranded

Moskowitz Calls for Hearing on Haiti as Americans Remain Stranded

Grayson Bakich
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March 19, 2024
The violence and unrest in Haiti have piqued concerns in the United States, both because many Americans remain trapped in the country and many of its people are expected to flee to the mainland. Representative Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) recently wrote a letter calling for a Congressional policy hearing about the crisis, saying, "As one of […]
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Donalds Believes Democratic Party has 'Radicalized Beyond Recognition'

Donalds Believes Democratic Party has 'Radicalized Beyond Recognition'

Jackson Bakich
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March 19, 2024
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on Newsmax to share his thoughts concerning the changing party politics within America, specifically relating to the Democratic Party. The Florida congressman believes that the average American’s political views have not radically differed, but rather the Democratic Party has “radicalized beyond recognition.” Americans have not changed. The Democrat Party has […]
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Wade Resigns as Trump Struggles to Pay a Half-Billion Bond

Wade Resigns as Trump Struggles to Pay a Half-Billion Bond

Mateo Guillamont
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March 19, 2024
Special Prosecutor Nathan Wade recently resigned from Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ election interference case against former President Donald Trump.  The resignation follows Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee’s ruling that either District Attorney Willis or Special Prosecutor Wade step down from the case.  Willis had recently acknowledged her “personal relationship” with Prosecutor Wade, whom […]
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