National Politics

Miami, FL – The Miami-Dade County Commission is expected to take up a politically charged item on its upcoming agenda: how to fill the vacant District 6 seat, previously held by Commissioner Kevin Cabrera, who has been appointed U.S. Ambassador to Panama. While the formal process is still under review, insiders indicate that Natalie Millan […]

By Eduardo A. Gamarra The Dominican Republic has long been viewed as a relatively stable democracy in the Caribbean. However, that image is being challenged by increasingly complex and dangerous criminal dynamics. Recent fieldwork I conducted with colleagues confirms that transnational organized crime is evolving rapidly, linking Dominican street gangs to global criminal networks in […]

Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) has introduced a bipartisan bill streamlining the process for criminal record expungement and sealing. This would allow people who have been exonerated and paid their debts to society easier access to education, employment, and housing. Rep. Lee's Fresh Start Act of 2025 gives federal support to states with automatic record sealing […]

The leaders of the world’s most powerful autocracies recently met in Moscow for Russia’s annual May 9th ‘Victory Day’ military parade and related celebrations.  Russian President Vladimir Putin managed to triple the number of dignitaries present at this year’s Victory Day celebrations as compared to last year’s.  Cuban Dictator Miguel Diaz-Canel and other Cuban government […]

ADVANTAGE BYRON DONALDS: Will the Turmoil in the Florida Legislature Affect the 2026 Governor's Race? The Florida House and Senate cannot come to terms on just about anything, but with that said, the 2026 gubernatorial race could be Rep. Byron Donalds to lose.... READ MORE       Rep. Randy Fine—110 years ago today, my grandmother […]

Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) recently wrote to State Secretary Marco Rubio urging the cutting of foreign aid money to the Dominican Republic, as the Caribbean country continues unlawfully jailing political opponents and possibly Americans. For additional context, Representative Michael McCaul (R-TX) wrote to former Secretary of State Antony Blinken in August 2023, saying there was […]

‘House of Pettiness’: DeSantis, Senate Slam House for Striking Democrat’s Name from Mental Health Center A month after Florida Democrat Sen. Darryl Rouson celebrated his 27th year of sobriety, the upper chamber tried to create a new substance abuse center at the University of South Florida named after...READ MORE   Gov. Ron DeSantis: "Today, @CaseyDeSantis and […]

Progressive Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (D), who has had her fair share of is said to be considering a run for Governor in 2026, but could she also be mulling over a ‘Plan B’ that would pit her against either Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R) or Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R) in those to […]

Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) praised President Donald Trump's border security initiatives during his first 100 days in office in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Bottom Line, saying, "he is willing to make the tough decisions and get it done, and our country is benefiting from that." Additionally, Sen. Moody acknowledged Border Czar Tom Homan's comments […]

MIAMI— Joe Sanchez, a longtime public servant and recent Republican candidate for Miami-Dade County Sheriff, is reportedly considering a run for the County Commission District 5 seat if it becomes available. Sanchez, who currently serves as the Public Information Officer for the Florida Highway Patrol in South Florida, is no stranger to local politics. A […]

Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) is introducing legislation codifying the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reforms into law. Rep. Luna's unnamed bill explicitly states that all changes made by DOGE must be authorized and enforced by law and can only be changed by DOGE or an act of Congress. "For the first time in decades, […]

BUST: Florida Fish and Wildlife Officers, U.S. Customs Seize 1150 Pounds of Drugs in Miami-Dade The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced it assisted U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Tuesday in seizing over 0.5 tons of narcotics in the waters off Miami-Dade County.... READ MORE       Bilirakis Celebrates Passage of TAKE IT […]

Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) celebrated the TAKE IT DOWN Act's passage in the House of Representatives a second time this week in a statement, saying, "I am glad we are one step closer to protecting victims of online sexual exploitation." As we explained in December when it was introduced by Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL), […]

Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) was among several members of Congress who celebrated the recent reestablishment of the Longevity Science Caucus, saying, "Increasing life expectancy and promoting positive health outcomes are important priorities." As the name suggests, the Longevity Science Caucus seeks to promote research and policy on aging and biotechnology, allowing Americans to live healthier, […]

President Donald Trump strikes another blow against illegal immigration after signing an executive order mandating that U.S.-based commercial truck drivers speak and be fluent in English. NO MAS! NO MAS! “Every day, truckers perform the demanding and dangerous work of transporting the Nation’s goods to businesses, customers, and communities safely, reliably, and efficiently,” stated President […]

Perez Ally Rep. Mike Redondo Has Votes to be Speaker of the House in 2030 Republican Rep. Mike Redondo has the votes to be the Florida Speaker of the House in 2030, thanks to current Speaker Danny Perez allegedly helping him clear the field. Two Republican politicos...READ MORE   FL Rep. Meg Weinberger: "The most historic […]

President Donald Trump has directed his administration to aggressively pursue individuals with terrorist ties who entered the US through the southwest border during former President Joe Biden’s government.  Through an intergovernmental effort, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is working in conjunction with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s (ODNI) National Counterterrorism Center […]

The City of Miami is preparing for a pivotal special election on June 3, 2025, to fill the vacant District 4 commission seat following the passing of longtime Commissioner Manolo Reyes. District 4 covers key neighborhoods such as Coral Gate, Shenandoah, and Flagami—areas at the heart of Miami’s diverse and historic community fabric. The decision […]