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DeSantis Hedges on Backing Collins, Accuses Donalds of Being Soft on Crime, Woke on Education Gov. Ron DeSantis is not planning on endorsing U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) as his successor anytime soon, saying the congressman's position on a past public safety policy during his time in the Florida House is not in line with […]
Florida Gas Prices Down Heading Into Thanksgiving Compared to 2024 Floridians hitting the road can expect cheaper gas prices ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday compared to the same time last year, according to AAA. READ MORE. Senator Rick Scott: "Notice cheaper prices at the pump? Thank @POTUS! Under his leadership, Republicans are working around the […]
James Fishback Takes Swing at 'Compromised' Byron Donalds On the heels of announcing his 2026 gubernatorial bid, James Fishback is hitting the ground running. In an exclusive interview with The Floridian, Fishback discussed his vision for Florida, promising to build off the accomplishments of Governor Ron DeSantis. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Another win on […]
Florida Tourism Provides $133.6 Billion in Economic Impact, Nearly $2,000 in Tax Savings From 2024 Florida continues to be a popular destination spot for out-of-state travelers, according to VISIT FLORIDA’s 2024 Economic Impact of Tourism study released this week. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "What is the ROI on attending college? Bloomberg has a tool […]
DeSantis Asks Legislature to Clamp Down on Inhumane Dog Breeders Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling on the Florida Legislature to provide stronger protections for dogs and other pets by cracking down on puppy mills and irresponsible breeders during a press conference at Big Dog Ranch Rescue in Loxahatchee Grove this week. READ MORE. Rep. Byron […]
James Uthmeier Wants Illegal Gambling Penalties Raised From a Misdemeanor to a Felony Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is calling on the Legislature to increase penalties for illegal gambling operations from a misdemeanor to a felony, saying the punishment wasn't sending the "right message" in stopping illegal acts in the state. READ MORE. Republican National […]
James Fishback Officially Launches Bid for Florida Governor After weeks of increased speculation, Azoria CEO James Fishback has officially launched his candidacy for Florida Governor. READ MORE. Attorney General James Uthmeier: "Florida law bans lab-grown meat. Our Consumer Protection division is launching an investigation and will demand answers from Campbell's." Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "@AGJamesUthmeier […]
NRCC Calls Moskowitz and Soto Frauds for not Calling on Cherfilus-McCormick to Quit The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is focusing its efforts on two congressional races in Florida that they feel could be in play in the 2026 Midterm elections—the districts of Reps. Jared Moskowitz and Darren Soto. READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: […]
Jay Collins Takes Direct Digs at Byron Donalds, Calls Him 'H1-Byron' Lt. Gov. Jay Collins finally mentioned Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL), calling him "H1-Byron" in a response to The Floridian's request to name Donalds on social media this week. READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "FYSA: @SpeakerJohnson has been supportive of […]
DeSantis Cautions Against Artificial Intelligence and Its Effect on Jobs Gov. Ron DeSantis is pumping the brakes on the use of Artificial Intelligence, saying the growing technology could pose a threat to jobs across the country, including right here in the Sunshine State, while speaking at the Florida Rural Economic Summit in Ocala this week. […]
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Indicted on Stealing Millions From FEMA In a news release, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) has been indicted on charges accusing her of stealing $5 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds as well as making illegal campaign contributions. READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "This […]
Florida House to Assess Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence on State Florida House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez (R-Miami) recently sent out a memorandum designating the final interim committee week for the chamber as “Artificial Intelligence Week" to look over the growing effects of AI on the state. READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "Amazing what […]
Eileen Higgins' Soft-on-Crime Record Faces Growing Scrutiny Commissioner Eileen Higgins’ record on crime and public safety is drawing increased scrutiny as Miami’s mayoral race intensifies. READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "I was wondering if the Speaker of the House of Representatives can explain why leadership on both sides are cutting back-end deals to cover-up […]
Byron Donalds Earns 12 More Sheriffs Endorsements in Run for Governor Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) announced endorsements from 12 additional sheriffs this week, bringing his total to 27, in his run for governor. READ MORE. Rep. Jimmy Patronis: "Marjorie, We ALL have worked hard for @realDonaldTrump and we have lots of […]
Pair of Firefighters Associations Endorse Blaise Ingoglia in CFO Bid Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia has picked up a pair of endorsements from Professional Firefighters/Paramedics of Palm Beach County and the Hernando County Professional Firefighters in his election for a full term as CFO in 2026. READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "@GovRonDeSantis […]
Uthmeier Announces Recovery of 122 Missing Children in Operation Home for the Holidays Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the rescue of 122 children in what is being called the largest child-recovery operation in American history during a press conference in Tampa this week. READ MORE. Attorney General James Uthmeier: "By now, child predators should […]
Donald Trump Endorses Emilio Gonzalez for Miami Mayor Over the weekend, President Donald Trump made the biggest announcement of the Miami mayoral race by endorsing Emilio Gonzalez for Miami Mayor. READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "The plan is simple: lead from the front. Elect a leader, not a follower. Leaders inspire change." James Fishback: […]
Poll Shows Byron Donalds With Large Lead in Florida Governor Primary It might be several months until the Florida gubernatorial primary, but a recent poll shows U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) with an already commanding lead in the Republican field. READ MORE. Attorney General James Uthmeier: "Giving the left any ground on immigration is a […]
