House Approves Bill Expanding So-Called School 'Book Ban' Law

House Approves Bill Expanding So-Called School 'Book Ban' Law

Liv Caputo
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April 24, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—According to a new bill approved by the Florida House, school districts can't stop a book containing "materials harmful to minors" from being banned, even if it has scientific or artistic value. The bill, which passed after nearly two hours of debate on Thursday, builds on a controversial 2022 law allowing Floridians to challenge books […]
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Cammack Fiercely Criticizes Democrats for Standing Against Trump's Deportations

Cammack Fiercely Criticizes Democrats for Standing Against Trump's Deportations

Grayson Bakich
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April 24, 2025
Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) held nothing back in fierce criticism of Democrats for their opposition to President Donald Trump's deportations in a recent appearance on Fox News's Faulkner Focus, calling it "infuriating." Host Harris Faulkner began the discussion by highlighting California's planned early release of Oscar Eduardo Ortega-Anguiano, a twice-deported illegal alien who killed two teenagers […]
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JUICE?—4.24.2025—Minimum Wage Bill Passes in FL Senate— Food Labeling Bill Passes—Trump, Bean, Wasserman Schultz—Much More...

JUICE?—4.24.2025—Minimum Wage Bill Passes in FL Senate— Food Labeling Bill Passes—Trump, Bean, Wasserman Schultz—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 24, 2025
Florida Senate Passes Bill Requiring Labels on Food Products Containing Vaccines, Ingredients in Cosmetics The Florida Senate has passed a bill that would protect consumers by requiring labels on food products containing vaccines and vaccine material and add labeling for specific ingredients in cosmetics.... READ MORE   Debbie Wasserman Schultz -Tonight we begin to observe #HolocaustRemembranceDay Yom HaShoah is […]
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The Human Impact of Losing Tuition Support

The Human Impact of Losing Tuition Support

Opinion
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April 23, 2025
By Lina Sierra In Florida, nearly 22,000 college students are at risk of losing $3,500 in annual tuition support due to a proposed State House budget that ties financial aid to institutional performance metrics. While lawmakers tout accountability, the human impact is undeniable: aspiring nurses, pilots, cybersecurity professionals, and teachers—many of them first-generation college students […]
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Mexican President to Ban DHS Advertisements Against Illegal Immigration

Mexican President to Ban DHS Advertisements Against Illegal Immigration

Mateo Guillamont
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April 23, 2025
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced plans to ban recent advertisements aired by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in Mexico.  The DHS advertisements are designed to deter illegal immigration into the US and have been airing in Mexico in recent weeks.  DHS Secretary Kristi Noem is featured in the advertisements giving stern warnings to […]
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Trump Enraged With Zelenskyy, Claims Latter Will 'Prolong' War

Trump Enraged With Zelenskyy, Claims Latter Will 'Prolong' War

Mateo Guillamont
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April 23, 2025
President Donald Trump recently publicly criticized Ukrainian President Vlodymyr Zelenskyy after the latter publicly stated Ukraine would not recognize Russia’s control over Crimea.  The clash between the two presidents comes as their relationship had been improving following a negotiation spat in the Oval Office last February.  President Zelenskyy publicly rejected a US ceasefire proposal that […]
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Trump Admin Continues Suffocating Iran as LNG Exports Are Blocked

Trump Admin Continues Suffocating Iran as LNG Exports Are Blocked

Mateo Guillamont
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April 23, 2025
President Donald Trump continues pressuring Iran amidst ongoing negotiations over the latter’s nuclear weapons development programs.  President Trump recently began negotiations with Iran to halt their development of nuclear weapons. The negotiations began as Trump directed the White House to execute a “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran. Since then, the Trump administration has leveraged American […]
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House Greenlights E-Verify Expansion Despite Senate Silence

House Greenlights E-Verify Expansion Despite Senate Silence

Liv Caputo
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April 23, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—Despite silence from the Florida Senate, the state House approved a bill on Wednesday requiring all private businesses to check their employees' immigration status using a federal database. The measure expands current law to require all businesses to use the E-Verify database. It follows a massive push from Florida lawmakers to crack down on illegal […]
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JUICE?—4.23.2025—Hemp Restrictions Bill Passes in FL House, Court Reform Bill Passes Senate— DoD Picks Favorites—Much More...

JUICE?—4.23.2025—Hemp Restrictions Bill Passes in FL House, Court Reform Bill Passes Senate— DoD Picks Favorites—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 23, 2025
Court Reform Bill Moves to Senate Floor After House Passage A bipartisan family court reform bill designed to enhance procedures for court-appointed psychologists and strengthen fairness and accountability in family cases is heading to the Senate floor after recently passing in the Florida House of Representatives... READ MORE   Is There a Doctor in the House? More Future […]
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DeSantis to Florida House Republicans: 'Stop With This Silliness'

DeSantis to Florida House Republicans: 'Stop With This Silliness'

Liv Caputo
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April 22, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis accused the Florida House of trying to stop him from getting "any wins" in his latest attack against the rebellious lower chamber. His comments came at a Naples press conference days after House Speaker Danny Perez, a Republican, blasted the governor for supposedly lying and throwing "temper tantrums." This is only the […]
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Hegseth Ignores Criticism Over Signal Chat as Military Nets Record Recruits

Hegseth Ignores Criticism Over Signal Chat as Military Nets Record Recruits

Mateo Guillamont
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April 22, 2025
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently rejected criticism of his leadership atop the Department of Defense (DOD) after reports emerged alleging his sharing of sensitive military information in private messaging chats.  Anonymous sources claimed Secretary Hegseth would unnecessarily share military intelligence with aides and relatives through a Signal chat.  “What a big surprise that a […]
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DeSantis Inks Four Bills Into Law: First Responder Support, Digital Court Filings, Pet Insurance, Resilient Florida Trust Fund

DeSantis Inks Four Bills Into Law: First Responder Support, Digital Court Filings, Pet Insurance, Resilient Florida Trust Fund

Michael Costeines
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April 21, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed four bills into Florida law on Friday, specifically regarding peer support for first responders, mandatory electronic transmission of court documents, pet insurance regulation, and the reestablishment of the Resilient Florida Trust Fund. You can view the bills signed by Gov. DeSantis here. Peer support for first responders (HB 421) broadens the […]
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JUICE?—4.21.2025—FSU Mass Shooting: Doors Didn't Lock— Gruters Get's Big Nod From President Trump—Much More...

JUICE?—4.21.2025—FSU Mass Shooting: Doors Didn't Lock— Gruters Get's Big Nod From President Trump—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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April 21, 2025
'The Doors Don't Lock': After FSU Shooting, Petition Demands Locks on Classroom Doors TALLAHASSEE—When a gunman opened fire outside of Florida State University's (FSU) busiest building, nearby students desperately used chairs and desks to barricade themselves inside classrooms with a near-fatal flaw: the doors have no locks. READ MORE   Shevrin “Shev” Jones-He is Risen! […]
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Trump Appoints Sen. Joe Gruters to Homeland Security Advisory Council

Trump Appoints Sen. Joe Gruters to Homeland Security Advisory Council

Michael Costeines
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April 20, 2025
President Donald Trump recently announced Sen. Joe Gruters (R-Sarasota) will serve on the revamped Homeland Security Advisory Council (HSAC), which will create strategies to help secure the U.S. border, deport illegal aliens, and stem the flow of drugs coming into the United States. "Thank you, President Trump, for the opportunity to serve on the Homeland […]
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Salazar Says Tariff Negotiations Will be 'Beautiful in the End' as Negotiations Continue

Salazar Says Tariff Negotiations Will be 'Beautiful in the End' as Negotiations Continue

Grayson Bakich
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April 20, 2025
Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) said that President Donald Trump's tariff policies, which have paused as countries negotiate new trade deals, will work in the United States' favor and be "beautiful in the end" in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Evening Edit. The host noted that Japan is currently in talks with the President and […]
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Sen. Garcia Calls Randy Fine a 'Racist' After Criticizing Her Campus Carry Vote Following FSU Shooting

Sen. Garcia Calls Randy Fine a 'Racist' After Criticizing Her Campus Carry Vote Following FSU Shooting

Michael Costeines
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April 19, 2025
State Sen. Ileana Garcia (R-Miami) called Florida Congressman Randy Fine a racist on Friday after he implied her name for voting against a bill in the state Legislature to allow students to carry firearms on Florida universities. Sen. Garcia's blunt comment follows yesterday's shooting at Florida State University (FSU) that left two dead and six […]
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US Military Destroys Strategic Houthi Port

US Military Destroys Strategic Houthi Port

Mateo Guillamont
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April 19, 2025
The US military has announced the destruction of the Houthi-controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port. US Central Command (CENTCOM) recently reported the port’s destruction, caused by US air strikes.  CENTCOM alleged the strikes were surgical and intended to deprive the Houthis of revenue from illicit oil and shipping sales.  “The objective of these strikes was to […]
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AG James Referred For Criminal Prosecution Due to Alleged Fraud

AG James Referred For Criminal Prosecution Due to Alleged Fraud

Mateo Guillamont
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April 18, 2025
New York Attorney General Letitia James has been referred to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for real estate fraud following an investigation from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). The referral could empower the DOJ to prosecute Attorney General James, who formerly used her power as attorney general to prosecute President Donald Trump for issues […]
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