National Politics

WASHINGTON—Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) spoke with The Floridian about Democratic resistance to President Donald Trump's border policy, suggesting that their staunch opposition is part of why the Party suffers from record-low approval ratings. "How you cannot go after the minimum, criminal illegal aliens, is beyond me," said Rep. Haridopolos, adding, "It is the reason why their […]

Andrade Wants to Question Hope Florida President Over $10 Million 'Donation' Florida Rep. Alex Andrade, days after pressing the head of the state's healthcare agency over why $10 million was sent to a charity founded by Gov. Ron DeSantis's wife, hopes to question the Hope Florida...READ MORE   FL Rep. Alex Rizo: "Our community has lost a […]

CORAL GABLES, FL – With less than two weeks before the April 22 runoff election in the Coral Gables Commission Group III race, the campaign for Richard Lara is showing no signs of slowing down. After a commanding first-round finish where Lara secured 47% of the vote, his campaign has moved swiftly into the final […]

The contentious special congressional election in Florida's 6th District is over with Rep. Randy Fine (R) defeating Democratic nominee Josh Weil, but the bad blood between Trump-endorsed Rep. Fine and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) continues thanks to State Rep. Mike Caruso's wife Tracy, who has expressed her disdain against Fine for his recent insinuation […]

Senators Jon Ossoff (D-GA), John Kennedy (R-LA), Representative John Rutherford (R-FL), and other U.S. Representatives have introduced the bipartisan Family Notification of Death, Injury, or Illness in Custody Act. When inmates and those in custody suffer a serious change in their health status (illness, injury, death), family members would be notified in a "timely and […]

The US State Department is warning countries against cooperating with the Houthis amidst reports of illicit transactions between the Houthis and third parties.  In a recent statement by State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, the State Department alluded to potential consequences for any countries cooperating with the Houthis by claiming such actions “risk violating US law.” […]

Representative Neal Dunn (R-FL) has introduced the FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act, a bill that would "provide financial assistance to local governments and electric cooperatives by reimbursing interest payments on loans used for disaster recovery activities." The legislation would make the federal government financially responsible for the interest accumulated on disaster recovery loans. Rep. […]

Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has introduced five pieces of legislation to address American trading, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), and both issues simultaneously. This bill package includes the Trading and Investing with Clear Knowledge & Expectations about Risk (TICKER) Act, the Protecting American Capital Act, the Secure America’s Financial Exchanges (SAFE) Act, the Transaction and Sourcing Knowledge (TASK) […]

Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) is introducing legislation to prevent U.S. munitions from being sold to international security partners for use against civilian Christian targets. Named the Civilians Resisting Unlawful Strikes Against Divine Establishments (CRUSADE) Act, Rep. Luna's bill enhances the President's authority to restrict sending American munitions to countries involved in the persecution of […]

Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) discussed President Donald Trump's tariffs with The Floridian, telling us he is "tired of people on TV saying that we have fair trade right now. It is not fair trade." Rep. Haridopolos pointed out that the United States is "taxed at a higher rate than every other country we would trade with, […]

NO MAS AMIGO! House of Representatives Passes the Proof of Citizenship to Vote SAVE Act The House of Representatives has passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, the legislative measure that requires proof of citizenship for anyone who registers to vote in federal elections, by a vote count of 220-208...READ MORE   Ron DeSantis-Florida has […]

MIAMI, FL — April 10, 2025 — Declaring that “politics-as-usual is failing this city,” retired U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Emilio T. González made his candidacy for Mayor of Miami official Wednesday, entering a crowded field with a clear message: Government must work for the people again. González launched his campaign with sharp criticism of the […]

The House of Representatives has passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, the legislative measure that requires proof of citizenship for anyone who registers to vote in federal elections,  by a vote count of 220-208. Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) was among the many who voted in favor, saying after the vote, "The SAVE Act […]

Alleged Backroom Move in Miami Could Let Elected Officials Stay Longer—Without a Voter Say Miami City Commissioner Damian Pardo has introduced a resolution proposing lifetime term limits for elected officials, aiming to cap service at two terms as mayor and two terms as commissioner...READ MORE   Sen. Rick Scott: "It’s time to end the nonsense back […]

MIAMI—Miami City Commissioner Damian Pardo has introduced a resolution proposing lifetime term limits for elected officials, aiming to cap service at two terms as mayor and two terms as commissioner. This initiative seeks to prevent individuals from returning to office after serving the maximum terms, promoting fresh leadership. The commission is set to deliberate on […]

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently concluded a historic visit to Panama centered on deepening the US and Panama’s relationship and commitment to preserving US interests in the Panama canal.  The visit featured commitments from the Panamanian government to reduce Chinese influence over Panama, expand military cooperation with the US, and cease charging US military […]

WASHINGTON–Representative Mario Diaz-Balart spoke to The Floridian concerning the latest news surrounding the Trump administration's attempt to prioritize the deportation of illegal aliens who have committed additional crimes. However, the Florida congressman is worried some individuals are being deported despite having legitimate asylum claims from dysfunctional countries. He also shared he has been in contact with […]

WASHINGTON–Representative Mario Diaz-Balart spoke to The Floridian about President Donald Trump's (R) tariff policies. The Florida congressman raved about the tariffs that the President has instituted, including both those on Canada and China, an ally and an adversary, respectively. Rep. Diaz-Balart began by accepting that the stock market did take an early hit, but it was […]