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After the horrible terrorist attacks on Israel committed by Hamas which saw nearly 1,000 Israelis – mostly civilians – slaughtered and thousands wounded, Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) is calling for his bipartisan legislation, The Hamas International Financing Prevention Act to be passed. The bill would force the United States to sanction financial backers of Hamas. Rep. Mast, […]
After the horrifying terrorist attack in Israel committed by Hamas which left nearly 1,000 Israelis dead and thousands wounded, a worker’s union for Starbucks – known as Starbucks Workers United – shared their support for Palestine (which is backed by Hamas). Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has called for a boycott of the store until the […]
Florida Senator Tina Polsky (D) has introduced a flurry of bills that would harden Florida’s gun laws by, among other measures, requiring background checks for ammunition sales. Senator Polsky filed Senate Bills 176, 180, and 182 proposing Florida update its criminal liability laws for gun-safety negligence, require background checks for ammunition sales, and ensure confidentiality […]
Governor and Presidential candidate Ron DeSantis (R-FL) went on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” with Joe Scarborough to discuss the political landscape surrounding the general election. He believes that if former President Donald Trump (R) receives the nomination – as he is currently poised to do – then the general election would be a referendum on Trump, […]
Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R) delivered an official communication to the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) regarding vaccine-induced medical complications. Senator Rubio, joined by Senator Rick Scott and others, penned a letter to VA Secretary Denis McDonough to inquire on potential compensation for veterans adversely impacted by COVID-19 vaccination. The Department of Defense (DoD) previously […]
After the Hamas attack in Israel, some fear the United States is next, thanks to the ongoing border crisis. Florida Attorney General (AG) Ashley Moody has taken action, leading a coalition of 27 states in forcing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to expressly prohibit ongoing catch-and-release policies. AG Moody and the Attorneys General of […]
The House of Representatives will begin their election for a new Speaker, and Representatives Jim Jordan (R-OH) and Steve Scalise (R-LA) are considered the top contenders. Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) spoke with Gainesville radio host Bob Rose on his endorsement of Rep. Jordan as the new House Speaker, calling him "the strongest person to unite […]
After President Joe Biden (D) addressed the nation following the terrorist attack on Israel committed by Hamas which left over 900 Israelis dead and thousands injured, Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) called some of the President’s statements “lackluster” and “moronic.” Floridian publisher Javier ManjarrĂ©s interviewed the Florida congressman, asking him what he thought of the President’s […]
Could the events in Israel over the weekend happen here in the United States? Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) warned it was possible thanks to the laxity at which the Biden Administration has handled our southern border in a recent appearance on Fox News's Jesse Watters Primetime. Host Jesse Watters began by asking if border policies will see […]
After the horrible terrorist attacks on Israel committed by Hamas which saw nearly 1,000 Israelis – mostly civilians – slaughtered and thousands wounded, conservative commentator Jack Posobiec resurfaced a post from former President Donald Trump (R) in which he predicted (about a month ago) that more kidnapping would occur from terrorists in the Middle East. […]
Representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) went on WPLG-10 News in Miami to discuss who he will support for the House Speakership. In a surprising statement, Rep. Gimenez said that he would be sticking to his guns and maintain his support for former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA). ?NEW: @SpeakerMcCarthy is our leader & we are urging him […]
The world is still reeling from the horrific attacks carried out by Hamas terrorists against Israel. Representative Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) spoke with Bret Baier on Fox News's Special Report on his reaction to the violence, which he called "barbaric" and criticized the Biden Administration's previous payment of $6 billion to release several Americans the Iranians were holding […]
Tallahassee, Fl- Palm Beach Legislators Senator Lori Berman (D) and Representative Katherine Waldron (D) have introduced a joint bipartisan resolution to condemn Hamas’ attacks on Israel. The resolution reaffirms “solidarity with the State of Israel” and underscores Florida’s support for “Israel's right to defend itself” from the recent “unprovoked attack by Hamas.” Representative Waldron filed […]
Washington, D.C.- Congressional members are demanding all United States aid to Gaza be halted following Hamas’ barbaric terrorist attacks on Israel. Former President Donald Trump’s administration had ceased granting Gaza any US aid, a decision President Joe Biden decided to overturn, and has yet to bring up since the attack occurred. Florida Representative Cory Mills […]
A massive attack launched by Hamas against Israel has claimed nearly 800 Israeli lives in a single weekend. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL) spoke with Fox News's Maria Bartiromo, comparing the attack to 9/11 and saying, "This was 100% Iran." "What folks need to understand is that this is not just another Middle East uprising or kind of violence […]
Following the horrific attacks in Israel at the hands of Hamas terrorists which led to the murder and kidnapping of innocent men, women, and children, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) reaffirmed his support for the American ally nation. “Jeanette and I unite in prayer for the victims of these horrific terrorist attacks and stand by the […]
Tallahassee, Fl- Florida Senator Shevrin “Shev” Jones (Miami-D), has proposed that race be removed from consideration during admissions processes for Florida Colleges. Earlier this year, the United States Supreme Court barred Universities from treating applicants preferentially during admissions proceedings, i.e., affirmative action, based on their race. However, while the ruling prohibits affirmative action, it does […]
On Sunday, The Floridian Publisher Javier ManjarrĂ©s was on the scene for the pro-Israel rally in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, which turned violent. ManjarrĂ©s interviewed a pro-Palestine supporter, who at one point stated that the “settlers” in Palestine do not have civilian status, nor should they be treated as such. The dismissal by pro-Palestinian supporters of […]
