State Department Ensures American Citizens's Safety in Middle East

State Department Ensures American Citizens's Safety in Middle East

Joseph Quesada
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March 4, 2026
The Department of State (DoS) issued a statement today from Assistant Secretary Dylan Johnson, ensuring the State Department’s role in keeping American citizens in the Middle East safe. DoS confirmed that since Feb. 28, more than 17,500 American citizens have returned safely to the U.S. from the Middle East, with over 8,500 American citizens returning […]
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EXCLUSIVE Secretary Marco Rubio Affirms the Legality, Objectives For Attacking Iran

EXCLUSIVE Secretary Marco Rubio Affirms the Legality, Objectives For Attacking Iran

Joseph Quesada
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March 3, 2026
WASHINGTON—Shortly after speaking to reporters on Capitol Hill, Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke exclusively with The Floridian Publisher Javier Manjarres before entering a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) with Senators to discuss military operations against the Islamic Republican of Iran. Secretary Rubio was asked about his thoughts about how Congressional Democrats appear to favor […]
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U.S. Considers Protecting Oil Tankers in Hormuz Strait

U.S. Considers Protecting Oil Tankers in Hormuz Strait

Joseph Quesada
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March 3, 2026
The Trump administration is considering providing military protection for oil and gas tankers traversing the Strait of Hormuz in response to increased energy prices following the launch of “Operation Epic Fury” over the weekend, which has led to Iran threatening to attack vessels along the global oil delivery waterway. "It's becoming a growing concern that […]
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Rubio Clarifies U.S. Strategy in Iran, Emphasizing Missile Manufacturing

Rubio Clarifies U.S. Strategy in Iran, Emphasizing Missile Manufacturing

Joseph Quesada
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March 3, 2026
Following a closed-door briefing with Congressional leaders over "Operation Epic Fury" and the conflict with Iran, Secretary Rubio spoke to the press to elaborate on the U.S. military campaign, expressing hope for a future led by the Iranian population. “The United States is conducting an operation to eliminate the threat of Iran’s short-range ballistic missiles […]
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Republicans Add Over 11K Florida Registrations in February, Democrats Just Add 229

Republicans Add Over 11K Florida Registrations in February, Democrats Just Add 229

Michael Costeines
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March 2, 2026
Republicans continue to dominate in the state of Florida, adding another 11,150 registrations in February to Democrats' 229, according to a post shared on social media by Michael Pruser of Decision Desk HQ. "Other" jumped 8,373. Florida Voter Registration Update - March 2026 pic.twitter.com/69ytquL2eH — Michael Pruser (@MichaelPruser) March 2, 2026 According to the post, […]
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Secretary Marco Rubio Addresses Cuba-U.S. Speedboat Shooting

Secretary Marco Rubio Addresses Cuba-U.S. Speedboat Shooting

Joseph Quesada
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February 26, 2026
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to the press at the St. Kitts Marriott Beach Resort in Frigate Bay, Saint Kitts and Nevis, about the recent shootout between Cuban authorities and a speedboat registered under the U.S. “So this morning we were made aware by Cuban authorities of an incident off the coast of […]
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Speedboat Shooting Off the Coast of Cuba Raises Questions

Speedboat Shooting Off the Coast of Cuba Raises Questions

Daniel Molina
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February 26, 2026
A Florida-registered speedboat was shot off the coast of Cuba, and the race is on to find out what happened and why. So far, the information that has been released comes from the Cuban government, which Florida officials and Secretary of State Marco Rubio say is "highly unusual." Secretary Rubio has announced that he is […]
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Secretary Rubio Announces Visa Restrictions on Chilean Officials

Secretary Rubio Announces Visa Restrictions on Chilean Officials

Joseph Quesada
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February 20, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the U.S. Department of State (DoS) announced this week a response to Chilean officials who have sought to undermine regional security in the Western Hemisphere by imposing visa restrictions on several Chilean government officials. “Today, the Department of State is announcing it has taken steps to impose visa restrictions […]
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Secretary Marco Rubio Delivers Board of Peace Speech

Secretary Marco Rubio Delivers Board of Peace Speech

Joseph Quesada
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February 20, 2026
In a speech given at the Board of Peace Event in the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the crisis in Gaza, praising President Donald Trump for his efforts to achieve a resolution. "We want to talk a little bit about the strategic vision of this organization […]
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State Department Launches Edge AI Package Developments

State Department Launches Edge AI Package Developments

Joseph Quesada
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February 19, 2026
The U.S. Department of State (DoS) announced this week the start of a “competitive process” to grant up to $200 million in foreign aid funding that aims to back programs “to accelerate the deployment of secure, high-quality, and affordable handheld smartphone devices across the Indo-Pacific region.” “Through the Edge AI Package, the Department seeks innovative […]
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State Department Sanctions Nicaraguan Prison Director

State Department Sanctions Nicaraguan Prison Director

Joseph Quesada
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February 18, 2026
The U.S Department of State (DoS) announced this week that it will hold the Nicaraguan Murillo-Ortega Regime accountable for its Human Rights violations within the Maximum-Security prison La Modelo. The DoS will designate La Modelo’s Director, Roberto Clemente Guevara Gomez, for his connection to the abuse of political prisoners. “Today, the Department is taking action […]
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Secretary Rubio Advances National Security with Nuclear Deals

Secretary Rubio Advances National Security with Nuclear Deals

Joseph Quesada
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February 16, 2026
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced on Feb. 16, Secretary Marco Rubio’s National Security advancement in Central Europe through a Civil Nuclear Agreement. On Feb 15-16, Secretary Rubio announced the U.S. plan to develop nuclear power plants across Central Europe in Bratislava and Budapest. According to the DoS media note, the plan involves “using […]
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Florida Lawmakers Celebrate Return of Political Prisoner Juan Pablo Guanipa

Florida Lawmakers Celebrate Return of Political Prisoner Juan Pablo Guanipa

Adrian Morgade
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February 10, 2026
Former First Vice President of the National Assembly of Venezuela, Juan Pablo Guanipa, who was rearrested after being released from a previous arrest under Nicolás Maduro’s regime, was released after much public outcry and pressure from the U.S.  “I confirm that my father, Juan Pablo Guanipa, is at my home in Maracaibo. We are relieved […]
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Venezuela’s Acting President Signs Oil Industry Reform

Venezuela’s Acting President Signs Oil Industry Reform

Joseph Quesada
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January 30, 2026
Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez signed into law a reform of the nation’s hydrocarbons legislation, opening the country’s oil industry towards privatization and allowing for more foreign investment. President Rodriguez enacted the reform bill less than a month after the capture of deposed Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro in a U.S. military operation in Venezuela’s capital, […]
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Questions Raised After Commissioner Melissa Castro Misses City Commission Meeting

Questions Raised After Commissioner Melissa Castro Misses City Commission Meeting

Javier Manjarres
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January 29, 2026
Coral Gables residents were left with unanswered questions Tuesday night after Commissioner Melissa Castro did not attend the City Commission meeting, citing travel to Tallahassee for a Florida League of Cities engagement. While outside obligations are not uncommon for elected officials, the absence has prompted renewed scrutiny over priorities, transparency, and whether residents received the representation they […]
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Alexander Vindman Challenges Ashley Moody for her Seat

Alexander Vindman Challenges Ashley Moody for her Seat

Daniel Molina
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January 27, 2026
Alexander Vindman, the former National Security Council aide who played a central role in President Donald Trump's first impeachment, is seeking vindication by challenging Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) for her seat. In a video ad titled Patriot, Vindman calls President Trump a "wannabe tyrant," accusing his administration of unleashing "thug militias" against Americans and failing […]
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US Senate Votes Against Blocking Trump's use of Military Action in Venezuela

US Senate Votes Against Blocking Trump's use of Military Action in Venezuela

Joseph Quesada
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January 16, 2026
U.S. Senate Republicans voted 51-50 on Wednesday against a war powers resolution that would have restrained President Donald Trump from further use of military force in Venezuela without congressional authorization, after the president put pressure on fellow Republicans who had supported the measure. Last week, Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined Democrats […]
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Denmark, Greenland Seek Rubio Meeting Amid Growing Tension

Denmark, Greenland Seek Rubio Meeting Amid Growing Tension

Joseph Quesada
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January 7, 2026
Officials in Denmark and Greenland are seeking a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio following President Donald Trump’s reinvigorated focus on purchasing the strategic Arctic island, days after Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro’s was ousted. Tension has increased after the White House reiterated President Trump’s wishes to take over the Danish territory on Tuesday. […]
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