Judge Bars Public Release of Jack Smith's Mar-a-Lago Report

Judge Bars Public Release of Jack Smith's Mar-a-Lago Report

Joseph Quesada
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February 23, 2026
A federal judge permanently barred the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) from unveiling special counsel Jack Smith’s final report into President Donald Trump’s alleged handling of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate after leaving his first term. Trump-appointed U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon authorized the president's request to conceal the report on the investigation, which […]
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Florida GOP Blasts 'Traitorous' Alexander Vindman for Trump Impeachment Role

Florida GOP Blasts 'Traitorous' Alexander Vindman for Trump Impeachment Role

Michael Costeines
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February 23, 2026
The Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) released a digital advertisement this week slamming U.S. Senate candidate Alexander Vindman (D) for his "traitorous" role in impeachment efforts against President Donald Trump. Vindman, a former national security aide, testified against President Trump following a 2019 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in which Trump was accused […]
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Ron DeSantis Says Unfolding Iran Events Were 'A Long Time Coming'

Ron DeSantis Says Unfolding Iran Events Were 'A Long Time Coming'

Grayson Bakich
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February 23, 2026
in a recent appearance on Fox News's Life, Liberty, Levin, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) discussed the unfolding events in Iran, saying they were "a long time coming" because of their own policies. Gov. DeSantis suggested that, prior to 1979, "the U.S. had a very reliable ally in Iran with the Shah, and Jimmy Carter was President […]
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ICYMI: Florida House Passes $113.6 Billion Budget Proposal for FY 26-27

ICYMI: Florida House Passes $113.6 Billion Budget Proposal for FY 26-27

Michael Costeines
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February 23, 2026
The Florida House of Representatives passed a $113.6 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2026-27 in the lower chamber last week. The vote was 101-4. The legislation, HB 5001, is roughly $4 billion less than Gov. Ron DeSantis's proposed budget put out in December. It is also $1.3 billion less than the current fiscal year. […]
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Greg Steube's CHARGE Act Bans Chinese Energy Storage Systems

Greg Steube's CHARGE Act Bans Chinese Energy Storage Systems

Adrian Morgade
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February 23, 2026
Florida Congressman Greg Steube (R) has introduced the Countering Harmful Adversarial Rechargeable and Generative Energy Act (CHARGE Act), which prohibits the importation of energy storage systems containing remote monitoring capabilities from Chinese entities.  “China has made its intentions known with its rapidly growing surveillance state and blatant disregard for the security of the United States,” […]
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Florida Welcomes 143.3 Million Visitors in 2025, Breaking Previous Record

Florida Welcomes 143.3 Million Visitors in 2025, Breaking Previous Record

Michael Costeines
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February 20, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced preliminary estimates from VISIT Florida indicating the state welcomed a record $143.3 million in visitors in 2025, topping its previous record of $142.9 million set in 2024. “Florida continues to set the standard as the top travel destination in the nation, welcoming millions of visitors while delivering real economic benefits for […]
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Florida Democrats Respond to Supreme Court Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs

Florida Democrats Respond to Supreme Court Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs

Adrian Morgade
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February 20, 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that President Donald Trump’s “emergency tariffs” violated federal law and are deemed illegal.  Chief Justice John Roberts and the court agreed in a 6-3 vote that the tariffs exceeded the law. The court, however, did not say what should happen to the more than $130 billion in tariffs that […]
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Florida Senate Votes to Rename Palm Beach International Airport After Trump + More

Florida Senate Votes to Rename Palm Beach International Airport After Trump + More

Michael Costeines
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February 20, 2026
The Florida Senate passed legislation to rename Palm Beach International Airport (PBIA) to “President Donald J. Trump International Airport" in the upper chamber this week. The bill passed 25-11 along party lines. Rep. Debbie Mayfield (R-Melbourne) sponsored the Senate version while Rep. Meg Weinberger (R-Palm Beach Gardens) championed the House bill, which passed 81-30. The […]
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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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House Greenlights Plan to Phase Out Non-School Property Taxes, Path in Senate Unclear

House Greenlights Plan to Phase Out Non-School Property Taxes, Path in Senate Unclear

Michael Costeines
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February 19, 2026
The Florida House of Representatives passed a joint resolution placing a constitutional amendment on the November 2026 ballot to erase all non-school property taxes on homesteaded homes in the lower chamber this week. The joint resolution (HJR 203) passed 80-30 along party lines, with all Republicans supporting the motion and Democrats opposing it. Rep. Monique […]
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Byron Donalds Praises Florida as 'Best State in America' for Conservative Leadership, Principles

Byron Donalds Praises Florida as 'Best State in America' for Conservative Leadership, Principles

Michael Costeines
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February 19, 2026
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) lauded Florida as the "best state in America" for several Conservative cornerstones and values during a recent speaking appearance for his gubernatorial campaign. Rep. Donalds, who entered the race in February 2025, outlined Florida's blueprint in protecting life, liberty, property, and the pursuit of happiness for its […]
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Sheriff Mike Chitwood Rescinds his Endorsement of Randy Fine

Sheriff Mike Chitwood Rescinds his Endorsement of Randy Fine

Daniel Molina
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February 19, 2026
Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) recently made headlines by sharing inflammatory remarks on social media, and the criticism from both sides of the aisle is mounting. In a Facebook post, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood, who endorsed Rep. Fine for Congress last month, has announced that he is rescinding his endorsement. Sheriff Chitwood's endorsement first came […]
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Trump Says He Will Soon Decide if U.S. Will Strike Iran

Trump Says He Will Soon Decide if U.S. Will Strike Iran

Joseph Quesada
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February 19, 2026
President Donald Trump warned this week that he’ll decide whether the U.S. commences military action with Iran within the next 10 days, saying that “bad things will happen” if a “meaningful deal” is not achieved. During the Board of Peace event in Washington, President Trump shared that negotiations with Iranian representatives are ongoing, describing them […]
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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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At Least a Dozen Democratic Lawmakers Will Skip Trump’s Address

At Least a Dozen Democratic Lawmakers Will Skip Trump’s Address

Joseph Quesada
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February 18, 2026
At least a dozen Democrats in both the Senate and House of Representatives have announced their intention to skip President Donald Trump’s State of the Union speech scheduled for Feb. 24, instead choosing to participate in a rally protesting his policies in the National Mall. Liberal groups MoveOn and MeidasTouch announced on Feb. 18 their […]
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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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DeSantis Touts Florida's No. 1 Workforce Education Ranking Five Years Ahead of Schedule

DeSantis Touts Florida's No. 1 Workforce Education Ranking Five Years Ahead of Schedule

Michael Costeines
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February 17, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Florida has been ranked No. 1 in workforce education five years ahead of schedule while speaking at a news conference in Titusville this week. The governor also rattled off several accolades by the state in achieving the goal, including the following: No. 1 in talent attraction: three years in a […]
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