Scott, Rubio Condemn Biden's 'Performative, Political' Border Executive Order

Scott, Rubio Condemn Biden's 'Performative, Political' Border Executive Order

Grayson Bakich
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June 21, 2024
President Biden issued an executive order to contain the southern border crisis at the beginning of June. But has anything really changed? A recent letter written by Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and others suggests that it has not, calling the executive action "purely performative and politically motivated." "Just days after you announced […]
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Rubio Resurfaces Debate Over Legislation on Anti-Israel BDS Movements

Rubio Resurfaces Debate Over Legislation on Anti-Israel BDS Movements

Mateo Guillamont
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June 21, 2024
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) is urging his senate colleagues to “immediately” approve his Combating BDS Act. BDS stands for boycott, divestment and sanctions, a triad of tools being used by anti-Israel activists seeking to undermine Israel’s interests. The most notable episodes of recent BDS activism occurred on American college campuses during the last months of […]
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Trump Hints at a Byron Donalds VP Pick at Recent Campaign Event

Trump Hints at a Byron Donalds VP Pick at Recent Campaign Event

Jackson Bakich
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June 20, 2024
At a campaign event in Detroit, Michigan, former President Donald Trump (R) hinted at selecting Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) as his running mate. Rep. Donalds has appeared on President Trump’s VP shortlist for quite a while, but recent comments from the former Commander-in-Chief have raised some eyebrows. Congressman Byron Donalds (Rep-FL) comments on him being […]
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Rubio Spearheads Resolution Celebrating Anniversary of SCOTUS Decision to Overturn Roe v Wade

Rubio Spearheads Resolution Celebrating Anniversary of SCOTUS Decision to Overturn Roe v Wade

Mateo Guillamont
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June 19, 2024
Senate Republicans have filed a resolution in anticipation of the two-year anniversary of the US Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade in Dobbs v Jackson. US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) led the resolution, which celebrates SCOTUS’ Dobbs ruling. “I will always support the sanctity of life,” said Rubio. “This anniversary serves as a […]
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President Biden Approves Florida Disaster Declaration One Month After Tornadoes Rock Tallahassee

President Biden Approves Florida Disaster Declaration One Month After Tornadoes Rock Tallahassee

Mateo Guillamont
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June 19, 2024
President Joe Biden has finally approved Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ request for a Major Disaster Declaration (MDD) following a series of severe weather events in early May.  Northern Florida was rocked by strong storms, winds, and tornadoes on May 10th, 2024.  Local media reported three different tornadoes smashed into Florida’s capital, causing dramatic destruction and […]
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US-Jordan Military Ties Could be Strengthened Thanks to Bipartisan Rubio Bill

US-Jordan Military Ties Could be Strengthened Thanks to Bipartisan Rubio Bill

Mateo Guillamont
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June 19, 2024
The United States and Jordan could soon see their present military cooperation expand if a new bipartisan Senate bill is enacted. U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV) introduced the United States-Jordan Defense Cooperation Act to solidify both nations’ military interdependence. If passed, the bill would streamline American arms sales to Jordan and […]
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Salazar and Rubio Renew Calls to Designate Largest Venezuelan Gang as a Transnational Crime Group

Salazar and Rubio Renew Calls to Designate Largest Venezuelan Gang as a Transnational Crime Group

Mateo Guillamont
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June 19, 2024
US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) are reigniting a push to demand the ‘Tren de Aragua’ gang be designated as a transnational crime group. Senator Rubio and Representative Salazar had previously requested such designation last March via letter to President Joe Biden. Tren de Aragua is Venezuela’s largest gang with […]
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Scott, Rubio Demand Hearing on Terrorists at Border

Scott, Rubio Demand Hearing on Terrorists at Border

Grayson Bakich
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June 18, 2024
Hundreds of individuals on the terror watchlist have been encountered at the southern border since President Biden took office, leading to widespread fears of a large-scale terror attack occurring soon. Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently wrote a joint letter to Senate Homeland Security Committee Chair Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) calling for […]
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Florida Legislators Rush to Counteract ‘Dangerous’ Army Corps of Engineers Directive

Florida Legislators Rush to Counteract ‘Dangerous’ Army Corps of Engineers Directive

Mateo Guillamont
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June 18, 2024
Florida’s political class has united in a bipartisan attempt to rescind the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) hurricane risk reduction projects policy. USACE works to design, plan, construct, and maintain the US’ water resources, army installations, and other public projects. In the past, USACE has cooperated with and overseen sponsors of Florida hurricane risk […]
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Trump Says His VP was 'Probably' Inside Closed-Door Meetings Between House and Senate

Trump Says His VP was 'Probably' Inside Closed-Door Meetings Between House and Senate

Jackson Bakich
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June 15, 2024
Former President Donald Trump (R) spoke to Fox News following his closed-door meetings with House and Senate Republicans on Thursday. During that conversation, Aishah Hasnie questioned the former president on who would potentially appear as the VP on the Trump ticket. Since the Iowa Caucuses, Trump has stated that he already knew who would receive […]
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Rubio Urges UK Against Expanding Ties With China’s SHEIN After Failed US Effort

Rubio Urges UK Against Expanding Ties With China’s SHEIN After Failed US Effort

Mateo Guillamont
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June 12, 2024
Chinese ‘fast-fashion’ brand SHEIN is again at loggerheads with US lawmakers following reports the former intends to list on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). SHEIN had previously attempted to enter the US stock market through an initial public offering (IPO). However, SHEIN halted the operation after the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asked the company […]
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Bipartisan Group Introduces Secure Airports From Enemies Act

Bipartisan Group Introduces Secure Airports From Enemies Act

Daniel Molina
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June 8, 2024
In an effort to avoid the issue, the lawmakers have introduced the bipartisan Secure Airports From Enemies (SAFE) Act. 
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Rubio Calls for Reauthorization of Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act

Rubio Calls for Reauthorization of Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act

Grayson Bakich
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June 6, 2024
The gross human rights violations the Chinese government continues to inflict upon the Uyghur people and other ethnic and religious minorities have continued to garner condemnation from the United States. In the latest effort to hold the CCP accountable, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) called for the reauthorization of the bipartisan […]
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Miami Airport Cuban Delegation Crisis Prompts Federal Legislation Introduction

Miami Airport Cuban Delegation Crisis Prompts Federal Legislation Introduction

Mateo Guillamont
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June 6, 2024
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and U.S. Representative Carlos Giménez (R-FL), have filed legislation in response to reports of Cuban government officials touring Miami International Airport’s (MIA) Transportation Security Administration (TSA) facilities. The visit by Cuban officials to MIA, who were led through secure areas unauthorized for the general public, caused uproar amongst the South […]
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Rubio Praises Passage of Mast's Bill Sanctioning International Criminal Court

Rubio Praises Passage of Mast's Bill Sanctioning International Criminal Court

Grayson Bakich
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June 6, 2024
The House of Representatives recently passed Representative Brian Mast's (R-FL) bill sanctioning members of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for targeting Israel as the Jewish State destroys Hamas by a vote of 247 in favor to 155 opposed. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), together with Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and others, praised the bill's passage in […]
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Rubio, Senate Republicans Block 'Fake' Contraception Bill

Rubio, Senate Republicans Block 'Fake' Contraception Bill

Mateo Guillamont
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June 6, 2024
US Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and 20 other Senators have jointly criticized a renewed push in the US Senate by Democrats to revive the ‘Right to Contraception’ Act, and now have blocked when the voted it down during a procedural vote by final count of 51 to 39. The Right to Contraception […]
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US Lawmakers Skeptical of Mexico's Maduro-Supported Woman President

US Lawmakers Skeptical of Mexico's Maduro-Supported Woman President

Mateo Guillamont
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June 4, 2024
US lawmakers are responding to news of Claudia Sheinbaum having been elected as the first woman president of Mexico. Mexican elections occurred last Sunday, with Sheinbaum capturing nearly 60% of the vote. Xochitl Galvez, the nearest runner-up, obtained only 28%. Sheinbaum, who is the former mayor of Mexico City, is a member of the progressive […]
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Lee Says Biden's Border Action is 'Too Little, Too Late'

Lee Says Biden's Border Action is 'Too Little, Too Late'

Jackson Bakich
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June 4, 2024
Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) appeared on Fox Business’s “Mornings with Maria” on Monday to discuss President Joe Biden’s (D) possible moves to address the border crisis as millions of illegal immigrants have crossed the border during his time in office. Her message is that no matter what the President does, it’s “too little, too late.” […]
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