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Santa Ono Rejected As UF President in Historic Board of Governors Decision In a historic first, the Florida Board of Governors on Tuesday blocked Dr. Santa Ono from becoming the University of Florida’s next president, caving to Trump world’s bitter criticism of his past support for diversity initiatives and allegations of antisemitism... READ MORE Rep. Maxwell […]
Donalds Questions Probable University of Florida President Ono Over DEI Position Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) listed a series of questions Monday that he'd like Dr. Santa J. Ono to answer before being officially ratified as the next president of the University of Florida (UF) by the Florida Board of Governors... READ MORE […]
DeSantis Points to Media 'Lies' Inspiring Colorado's Molotov Cocktail-Wielding Anti-Semite Gov. Ron DeSantis blamed President Joe Biden's immigration policies and media "lies" after eight people—including a Holocaust survivor—were wounded by Molotov cocktails chucked by an...READ MORE Gov. Ron DeSantis: "Property rights are essential to maintaining an orderly and stable society. That’s why I signed legislation last year to […]
DeSantis Signs Bill Banning Cell Phone Use for Elementary, Middle School Students Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an education bill package on Friday that includes a ban on cell phone use for elementary and middle school students, as well as limitations for high schoolers during instructional time... READ MORE Debbie Wasserman Schultz: During Pride Month, we celebrate our […]
By Dufirstson Julio Neree, Esq. President Donald J. Trump has finally reasserted himself onto the global stage, engaging in high-profile efforts to mediate conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, and even South Asia. These moves signal a return to a more assertive, deal-oriented diplomacy on behalf of the United States and her interests. However, it […]
Dear Editor, A lot of people cite regulation, taxation, and inflation as the biggest cost drivers for any small business, but there is another one at least in a small business leader’s mind that is also a major consideration: lawsuits. Florida’s economy is cranking along just fine right now. Population growth continues to fuel a […]
Hope Florida Raised $785K at 2024 Governor's Cup Golf Fundraiser After Florida state lawmakers demanded an investigation into the Hope Florida Foundation, a Florida House committee convened to investigate any alleged fiduciary ties between the...READ MORE Gov. Ron DeSantis: "Florida sets the standard for disaster response and emergency management. We’ve made historic investments in hurricane […]
Florida Law Removes Ban on Firearm Restrictions During Emergencies Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Wednesday lifting automatic restrictions on firearms and ammunition sales during a declared state of emergency, including during riots and other violent public outbreaks... READ MORE Jared Moskowitz: his Jewish American Heritage Month, we recognize the many achievements & contributions of […]
DeSantis to Veto Legislature's 'Free Kill' Repeal: 'None of That is Free Lunch' Florida families still can't recover certain damages if a doctor accidentally kills some of their loved ones, thanks to Gov. Ron DeSantis's plan to veto a new measure repealing the state's...READ MORE Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "My office was contacted by someone asking […]
Florida Republicans Look to Defend State's Election Integrity Reforms Following Several Lawsuits The Republican Party of Florida announced Wednesday it has filed a motion to intervene in several federal lawsuits brought by special interest groups challenging HB 1205, which aims to increase integrity and transparency in Florida’s citizen initiative constitutional amendment process. ... READ MORE Secretary […]
DeSantis Signs Law Criminalizing Revenge Porn, AI Porn Week After Trump Did the Same When high schooler Lucy Stevenson’s godbrother used AI to create an explicit video of her—based solely on a photo she posted to Instagram at 16—the Pensacola teen’s family was stunned to...READ MORE Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "I’m fed up. We […]
DeSantis Approves Law Allowing Gold, Silver as Legal Tender Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday approved a new law allowing Floridians to use gold and silver in certain transactions. The DeSantis-backed measure, HB 999, recognizes gold and silver coins...READ MORE Rep. Greg Steube: "The @UF Board of Trustees has made a grave mistake. Today, Dr. Ono gave […]
Memorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Much Lower in Florida From 2024 As Floridians hit the road for the long Memorial Day weekend, they are going to find lower prices at the gas pump than from this time last year... READ MORE Brian Mast: May is Military Appreciation Month. I'm proud to fight daily for […]
DeSantis Kicks Fido, Signs 'Dangerous Dogs' Bill Into Law Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Wednesday that sets harsher penalties for dangerous dogs with tougher rules and penalties for their owners... READ MORE Secretary Marco Rubio: Met with Spain’s Foreign Minister @jmalbares to talk about defense spending, confronting illegal immigration, and advancing fair trade. Urged Spain to […]
New Petition Law’s Court Hearing Invokes ‘Rancid Sausage,’ ‘Killing Babies’ A controversial new law overhauling how amendments are put on the ballot was challenged by three activist groups during an hours-long hearing Thursday, resulting in unusual comparisons to...READ MORE Secretary Marco Rubio: "We condemn in the strongest possible terms the murder of two […]
DeSantis Signs Bill Increasing Penalties for 'Swatting' into Florida Law Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Wednesday that will increase penalties on people who make false 911 calls, commonly referred to as "swatting... READ MORE DeSantis Calls State Rep. Alex Andrade a 'Jackass' Over the past couple of years, Rep. Alex Andrade has carried Gov. Ron […]
Florida Conservatives Set to Shine on Global Stage at Upcoming CPAC Hungary Summit As the international conservative movement gathers momentum across Europe, one of its most high-profile annual events is just days away—and Florida will be front and center. CPAC Hungary, powered...READ MORE FL Sen. Jay Collins: "I didn’t stop serving when I took […]
DeSantis Backs Uthmeier's Refusal to Defend Parkland-Era Gun Limits: 'Good Faith Position' As the Supreme Court edges closer to a Florida war over rifle restrictions—a fight that state Attorney General James Uthmeier has preemptively refused to fight—Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday defended...READ MORE Sen. Rick Scott: "Today, we recognize the incredible history and culture of Cuban […]
