Haridopolos Talks Tariffs, Says 'We Do Not Have Fair Trade'

Haridopolos Talks Tariffs, Says 'We Do Not Have Fair Trade'

Grayson Bakich
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April 11, 2025
Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) discussed President Donald Trump's tariffs with The Floridian, telling us he is "tired of people on TV saying that we have fair trade right now. It is not fair trade." Rep. Haridopolos pointed out that the United States is "taxed at a higher rate than every other country we would trade with, […]
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Emilio T. González Promises Day-One City Audit, Pledges to Cut Property Taxes, and Cites 'Out of Control' Miami Budget in Campaign Kickoff

Emilio T. González Promises Day-One City Audit, Pledges to Cut Property Taxes, and Cites 'Out of Control' Miami Budget in Campaign Kickoff

Javier Manjarres
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April 11, 2025
MIAMI, FL — April 10, 2025 — Declaring that “politics-as-usual is failing this city,” retired U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Emilio T. González made his candidacy for Mayor of Miami official Wednesday, entering a crowded field with a clear message: Government must work for the people again. González launched his campaign with sharp criticism of the […]
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James Uthmeier Charges Would-be Trump Assassin Ryan Routh with Attempted Murder, Terrorism

James Uthmeier Charges Would-be Trump Assassin Ryan Routh with Attempted Murder, Terrorism

Michael Costeines
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April 10, 2025
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced state-level charges on Thursday against Ryan Wesley Routh, the attempted assassin of then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump last year. “On September 15th, 2024, Ryan Routh attempted to assassinate then presidential candidate Donald J. Trump at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach,” Uthmeirer said. “Shortly after the […]
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After House Approval, Florida Senate Advances Fetal Wrongful Death Bill

After House Approval, Florida Senate Advances Fetal Wrongful Death Bill

Liv Caputo
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April 10, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—A Florida Senate panel approved a bill on Thursday allowing parents to be compensated for the wrongful death of their fetus at any stage of development, sparking debate over IVF and how claims would be litigated. The measure, SB 1284, was presented by Republican Sen. Colleen Burton in Thursday’s Senate Appropriations Committee on Criminal and […]
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Alleged Backroom Move in Miami Could Let Elected Officials Stay Longer—Without a Voter Say

Alleged Backroom Move in Miami Could Let Elected Officials Stay Longer—Without a Voter Say

Javier Manjarres
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April 10, 2025
MIAMI—Miami City Commissioner Damian Pardo has introduced a resolution proposing lifetime term limits for elected officials, aiming to cap service at two terms as mayor and two terms as commissioner. This initiative seeks to prevent individuals from returning to office after serving the maximum terms, promoting fresh leadership. The commission is set to deliberate on […]
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DeSantis Blasts Florida House for Their 'Sabotage' Amid Hope Florida Allegations

DeSantis Blasts Florida House for Their 'Sabotage' Amid Hope Florida Allegations

Liv Caputo
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April 10, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday continued his tirade against the rebellious Florida House, accusing them of using a "political agenda" to attack his wife's embattled charity organization. His comments came at a Miami press conference located in the district of Republican House Speaker Danny Perez, who has clashed with DeSantis on illegal immigration, tax cuts, […]
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Panama Distances Itself From China as Hegseth Makes Historic Visit

Panama Distances Itself From China as Hegseth Makes Historic Visit

Mateo Guillamont
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April 10, 2025
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently concluded a historic visit to Panama centered on deepening the US and Panama’s relationship and commitment to preserving US interests in the Panama canal.  The visit featured commitments from the Panamanian government to reduce Chinese influence over Panama, expand military cooperation with the US, and cease charging US military […]
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Diaz-Balart in Contact with Trump Administration to Address Legit Asylum Claims

Diaz-Balart in Contact with Trump Administration to Address Legit Asylum Claims

Jackson Bakich
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April 10, 2025
WASHINGTON–Representative Mario Diaz-Balart spoke to The Floridian concerning the latest news surrounding the Trump administration's attempt to prioritize the deportation of illegal aliens who have committed additional crimes. However, the Florida congressman is worried some individuals are being deported despite having legitimate asylum claims from dysfunctional countries. He also shared he has been in contact with […]
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Diaz-Balart Commends President Trump for His Tariff Policy

Diaz-Balart Commends President Trump for His Tariff Policy

Jackson Bakich
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April 10, 2025
WASHINGTON–Representative Mario Diaz-Balart spoke to The Floridian about President Donald Trump's (R) tariff policies. The Florida congressman raved about the tariffs that the President has instituted, including both those on Canada and China, an ally and an adversary, respectively. Rep. Diaz-Balart began by accepting that the stock market did take an early hit, but it was […]
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Trump Isolates China, Raises Tariffs to 125%

Trump Isolates China, Raises Tariffs to 125%

Mateo Guillamont
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April 9, 2025
President Donald Trump recently announced he was raising tariffs on imports from China to 125% “effective immediately.” The announcement comes as a diplomatic and economic row between the world’s two largest economies deepens.  Trump and many Republicans have argued China engages in deceptive trade practices to unfairly attract trade to their shores, harming the US […]
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Florida Senate Unanimously Approves Hemp Crackdown Months After DeSantis's Veto

Florida Senate Unanimously Approves Hemp Crackdown Months After DeSantis's Veto

Liv Caputo
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April 9, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—The Florida Senate on Wednesday overwhelmingly approved a bill cracking down on hemp, months after Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed last year’s version and days after a Florida woman blamed delta-8 gummies for her son's death. The bill, which bans delta-8 in hemp products and imposes new restrictions on THC-infused drinks, passed the Senate Floor unanimously. […]
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Biden-era IRS Chief Resigns Over Disagreements With ICE

Biden-era IRS Chief Resigns Over Disagreements With ICE

Mateo Guillamont
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April 9, 2025
Melanie Krause, the acting commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is reportedly preparing to resign her job following disagreements with a new interagency deal with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE).  ICE and the IRS recently struck a deal where the latter will share illegal immigrant tax information to aid in the former’s prosecution of […]
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Trump Harnesses Executive Authority to Boost Coal Industry

Trump Harnesses Executive Authority to Boost Coal Industry

Mateo Guillamont
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April 9, 2025
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order designed to bolster the coal industry. Conservatives had long claimed burdensome permit requirements, regulations, and undue fiscal pressure were unjustly hindering the coal industry.  Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin commended the executive order, claiming it will “unleash American energy.” “Under President Trump, we will unleash energy […]
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Florida Senate Advances Ballot Amendment Overhaul—Despite House Differences

Florida Senate Advances Ballot Amendment Overhaul—Despite House Differences

Liv Caputo
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April 9, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—The Florida Senate this week advanced a sweeping change in how petitions to put constitutional amendments on the ballot are handled, prompted by a vicious battle between the state and pro-abortion advocates during the 2024 election. The 50-page measure, which differs from the version approved on the House Floor last week, hopes to revamp how […]
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Cruz to Foreign Countries: 'Cut a deal' With U.S. on Tariffs Immediately

Cruz to Foreign Countries: 'Cut a deal' With U.S. on Tariffs Immediately

Jackson Bakich
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April 8, 2025
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) spoke on his "Verdict" podcast about the latest tariffs that have been implemented against countries worldwide. The Texas senator shared that he has heard from foreign governments concerning President Donald Trump's (R) tariffs and that his advice to them is to deal with the U.S. immediately, as he believes America sits […]
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Gov. Ron DeSantis Celebrates After Florida Gators Win NCAA Men's Basketball Championship

Gov. Ron DeSantis Celebrates After Florida Gators Win NCAA Men's Basketball Championship

Michael Costeines
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April 8, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis celebrated the University of Florida's championship success after the Gators men's basketball team defeated the Houston Cougars, 65-63, to win their third national title in program history. "After tonight’s championship win, the list of universities that have won three national championships in both football and basketball: 1. The University of Florida. End […]
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US-China Trade Negotiatons on Verge of Collapse as Trump Threatens More Tariffs

US-China Trade Negotiatons on Verge of Collapse as Trump Threatens More Tariffs

Mateo Guillamont
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April 8, 2025
Trade negotiations between the US and China are teetering as President Donald Trump recently threatened China with expanding tariffs lest the latter rescind its plans to increase their own tariffs on US goods. President Trump levied a baseline 10% tariff on all imports entering the US with additional tariffs for countries that the White House […]
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Nearly 60 House Members Condemn Trump's Election Executive Order

Nearly 60 House Members Condemn Trump's Election Executive Order

Jackson Bakich
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April 8, 2025
The Congressional Voting Rights Caucus Co-Chairs recently led nearly 60 House members in sending a letter to President Donald Trump (R) for his "unconstitutional" executive order relating to American elections. The lawmakers in the House contend that Trump's Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections executive order includes "illegal overreach" and denies equal access to people […]
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