DeSantis Blasts China, Apple for 'Draconian' Measures During Protests

DeSantis Blasts China, Apple for 'Draconian' Measures During Protests

Jackson Bakich
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November 29, 2022
Jacksonville – While speaking in an airplane hangar addressing infrastructure improvements, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) for a few moments sidestepped the issue and brought forth a statement concerning the protests in China and the tech company Apple’s alleged nefarious actions concerning them. China is currently attempting to install a “zero-COVID” policy after outbreaks resurfaced in […]
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Rep. Cammack Promises Impeachment for Mayorkas

Rep. Cammack Promises Impeachment for Mayorkas

Jackson Bakich
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November 29, 2022
With a new gained majority in the House of Representatives, many Republicans have been eager to show to the country what they are going to do with the control of the lower chamber. And while Republicans have called for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to resign, now there are possible plans to impeach […]
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Wasserman Schultz Looks to Secure $55 Million for South FL Courthouse

Wasserman Schultz Looks to Secure $55 Million for South FL Courthouse

Jackson Bakich
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November 29, 2022
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) has announced that she has "rallied" members of the  South Florida delegation in order to request over $50 million in the next fiscal year for a new federal courthouse in Ft. Lauderdale, citing both unsafe and financially burdensome conditions of the current courthouse. In a letter to the House Appropriations […]
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Republicans Slam Biden Administration's Chevron-Venezuela Deal

Republicans Slam Biden Administration's Chevron-Venezuela Deal

Grayson Bakich
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November 28, 2022
Ever since President Biden (D) took office, Republicans have taken fierce umbrage at the administration's policies. Energy production, in particular, remains a key talking point. Recently, the Biden administration has allowed Chevron to reengage in "limited" oil production in Venezuela. Such a move invites criticism from Florida Republicans, who take to Twitter to voice their […]
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Soto Calls for Investigation into Cryptocurrencies

Soto Calls for Investigation into Cryptocurrencies

Grayson Bakich
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November 28, 2022
The recent scandal over cryptocurrency company FTX has led to questions regarding digital money. Specifically, Rep. Darren Soto (D-FL-9) calls on the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to investigate and regulate cryptocurrencies and blockchain systems. More surprisingly, his request has received bipartisan support in Congress, with Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL-19) listed as a signer of […]
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Gaetz Endorses Jim Jordan as House Speaker

Gaetz Endorses Jim Jordan as House Speaker

Grayson Bakich
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November 26, 2022
While the Republican Party has won majority in the U.S. House of Representatives, tensions have arisen over who will be the new Speaker. While House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy is the  presumptive, new Speaker. there has been a contingent of those opposed to him. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL-1) is easily one of the most vocal […]
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Gimenez Raises Alarm About Chinese Drones Over Washington

Gimenez Raises Alarm About Chinese Drones Over Washington

Grayson Bakich
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November 26, 2022
More than any other country, Communist China is the largest foreign threat to the United States, with no facet of American society being off-limits as a target. Recently, Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-FL-26) appeared on Fox's Evening Edit to discuss Chinese-manufactured drones possibly engaging in espionage. "Drones manufactured by Communist #China pose a threat to our national […]
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Rubio Addresses Dependence on Foreign Pharmaceuticals

Rubio Addresses Dependence on Foreign Pharmaceuticals

Jackson Bakich
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November 25, 2022
During the initial coronavirus outbreak in 2020, many Americans were shocked to find out that a vast majority of United States’ medicine came from China. In fact, it has become a national security risk. Since 2019, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) has led the effort to address this issue, such as combatting supply chain inadequacies and […]
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Wasserman Schultz Leads New Bipartisan Family Building Caucus

Wasserman Schultz Leads New Bipartisan Family Building Caucus

Jackson Bakich
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November 25, 2022
On Tuesday, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL)  announced the Family Building Caucus which looks to bring attention to the many struggles Americans face in attempting to start families, according to Wasserman Schultz’s press release regarding the news. Rep. Wasserman Schultz and her husband dealt with fertility issues when they were attempting to conceive but were […]
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Rick Scott Headlines Meeting in The Villages on Protecting Seniors

Rick Scott Headlines Meeting in The Villages on Protecting Seniors

Jackson Bakich
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November 25, 2022
The Villages – On Monday, several statewide elected officials such as Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody (R-FL) led a special meeting about protecting aging seniors and their needs concerning their peace of mind both physically and fiscally. The Villages, which resides in three counties (Lake, Sumter, and Marion), is home […]
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Cammack Accuses White House of 'Ignorance' for Calling Border Visit a 'Publicity Stunt'

Cammack Accuses White House of 'Ignorance' for Calling Border Visit a 'Publicity Stunt'

Grayson Bakich
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November 23, 2022
Florida Republicans continue to be among the most ardent opposition to the overall Biden agenda. The ongoing border crisis is of particular focus, with calls for Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas to resign. Meanwhile, Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL-3) has recently visited the border, and spoke with Julie Banderas on Fox's Faulker Focus about the experience. "For […]
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Scott Demands U.S. Pull Out of Nuclear Talks with Iran

Scott Demands U.S. Pull Out of Nuclear Talks with Iran

Grayson Bakich
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November 23, 2022
Despite its long record of human rights violations and brutal crackdowns on protestors, Iran is still playing in the World Cup. Not only that, but the Biden administration has sought to revivify the controversial nuclear deal with the Islamic Republic. In a recent letter, Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) demands the negotiations stop immediately. "We have […]
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Mast Introduces Bill Cutting Red Tape for Veterans

Mast Introduces Bill Cutting Red Tape for Veterans

Jackson Bakich
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November 23, 2022
Congressman Brian Mast (R-FL)  has introduced the Veterans Homecare Choice Act. This bill looks to make it easier for those who served our country to have more options when it comes to picking their homecare service providers. Should the bill be sent to the President’s desk at some point, red tape would be reduced to allow […]
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Gimenez Support Student Protestors Against Oppressive Iranian Regime

Gimenez Support Student Protestors Against Oppressive Iranian Regime

Jackson Bakich
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November 23, 2022
With the World Cup underway in Qatar and much of the global community’s attention fixated on the host nation and its controversies, many have forgotten about the ongoing crisis involving Iran and their people’s struggle for human rights after a woman was found dead while in that nation's "morality" police custody. The woman was arrested […]
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Republican Senators Condemn Possible Revamp of Disinformation Board

Republican Senators Condemn Possible Revamp of Disinformation Board

Jackson Bakich
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November 22, 2022
Earlier this year, the Biden administration received major pushback after considering the implementation of the “Disinformation Governance Board.” The institution’s main goal was to stop the spread of false information online, but many believe that it would be heavily politicized. With rumors of the board being reinstated, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) and other Republican Senators […]
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McCormick Commends Sylvester Cancer Center, Promotes Cervical Cancer Elimination

McCormick Commends Sylvester Cancer Center, Promotes Cervical Cancer Elimination

Grayson Bakich
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November 21, 2022
While October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which we honored by speaking with Dr. Miguel Fernandez, cervical cancer remains an equally deadly affliction for women worldwide. Recently, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL-20) spoke on the House floor to promote the Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action. Additionally, Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick describes the efforts conducted by the Sylvester […]
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If Russia is Banned from the World Cup, Why Not Iran?

If Russia is Banned from the World Cup, Why Not Iran?

Jackson Bakich
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November 21, 2022
As the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar kicked off this past weekend, it was hard not to ask why the Islamic Republic of Iran was not banned from the sporting event. During World Cup qualifying, Russia was banned from the competition for its invasion of Ukraine. The global community came together and recognized that […]
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Steube Discusses House Investigation Into Democrats; Biden

Steube Discusses House Investigation Into Democrats; Biden

Grayson Bakich
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November 21, 2022
The new Republican majority in the House of Representatives looks to engage in a multitude of investigations. For starters, Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL-19) announces the launching of a probe into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings. But this is just the tip of the iceberg. Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL-17) appeared on Newsmax's John Bachman Now to discuss […]
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