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Florida Congresswoman María Elvira-Salazar (R) sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, condemning the Guatemalan U.S. Embassy after allegations surfaced that they had tampered with local judicial elections. In addition to the letter, Salazar shared a statement on X arguing that the U.S. should only defend democracy and “not distort it." “I just sent […]
President Donald Trump has endorsed Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) for reelection in 2026. In a post to Truth Social, Trump described Rep. Bilirakis as "a Tremendous Champion for Florida's 12th Congressional District." "As a Senior Member of the POWERFUL House Energy and Commerce Committee, Gus is working tirelessly to Advance American Energy DOMINANCE, Create GREAT […]
United Nations Ambassador Mike Waltz invited singer and rapper Nicki Minaj to discuss the ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria after Minaj amplified President Donald Trump's call for action. On Halloween, Trump posted to Truth Social about the ongoing slaughter of Christians in the West African country by Islamists, writing, "Christianity is facing an existential […]
Florida Republicans and Democrats are clashing, blaming each other over the halting of SNAP funding benefits as a result of the government shutdown. Florida Congressman Gus Biliriakis (R) has called on Democrats to “stop holding families hostage” and to reopen the government to allow for SNAP benefits to receive funding. “Seniors, children, and working families […]
The Florida House Republican Campaign Committee (FHRCC) announced its endorsement of Republican candidate Jon Maples in his special election bid for House District 87. Maples, a longtime financial planner, declared his candidacy for the seat back in May. “I am pleased to announce the endorsement of Jon Maples in the Special Election for House District […]
Are President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio going to openly support the African nation of Liberia's recent signing off on a controversial rail program with Ivanhoe Atlantic, a newly-formed American company whose parent Canadian company, Ivanhoe Mines, Ltd., is directly tied to the Chinese Communist (CCP) Party through its shareholders? According to […]
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) released a scathing statement accusing the Biden administration and the Department of Justice of attempting to “dismantle” the Republican Party while he faced involvement in the ‘Arctic Frost’ investigation. “I was just informed by Senator Ron Johnson that I was targeted in the Arctic Frost witch hunt by Biden’s DOJ," […]
Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) is accusing House Speaker Mike Johnson (R) of continuing the government shutdown to protect President Donald Trump, claiming that the President is “Jeffery Epstein’s best friend in the White House.” “Speaker Mike Johnson has shut the house down, because he is doing the bidding of Jeffrey Epstein's best friend […]
The Republican Party of Florida shared a pair of polls conducted by the University of North Florida showing Senator Ashley Moody (R) with an 11-point advantage (49%-38%) over Democratic candidate Jennifer Jenkins for a full term in the Senate, and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier (R) with a 9-point edge (45%-36%) over Democratic candidate Jose […]
Republican Florida Senator Rick Scott appeared on a 60 Minutes segment, discussing the pressure the U.S. has been placing on disputed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his refusal to step down from power. “If I were Maduro, I'd head to Russia or China right now," Scott commented. "His days are numbered. Something's going to happen. […]
Rep. Meg Weinberger (R-Palm Beach Gardens) is taking a bit of a victory lap after a billboard was recently spotted showing the lawmaker holding a "45-47 Pres. Donald J. Trump Blvd" sign off the highway. "Promises made, promises kept," the billboard reads. Known in Florida political circles as "MAGA Meg," Rep. Weinbeger co-sponsored a bill, […]
President Donald Trump’s (R) favorability among Hispanic adults has dropped significantly since the beginning of 2025, spelling potential trouble for Republicans ahead of the upcoming 2026 midterm election. According to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, just 25% of Hispanic adults now view President Trump favorably, which is down […]
President Donald Trump has endorsed Representative Mike Haridopolos's (R-FL) 2026 reelection campaign. In a post to Truth Social, Trump praised Rep. Haridopolos as "an America First Patriot who is doing a fantastic job representing Florida's 8th Congressional District!" "A former Teacher, successful Businessman, and now, as U.S. Congressman, Mike has strongly served his Community with […]
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) appeared in a Fox News segment this week where he discussed his push to move generic drug production back to the U.S., as over 90% of U.S. pharmaceuticals originate from countries such as India and China. “Eighty percent of our generic drugs are manufactured in China. Now, number one, China […]
President Donald Trump has reportedly ended trade talks with Canada this week after the Ontario government launched a $75 million ad criticizing the administration over its tariff policies. The ad, airing on multiple major U.S. television networks, features authentic clips of former President Ronald Reagan criticizing tariffs during a 1987 radio address. However, the Ronald […]
In recent appearance on Fox Business's Bottom Line, Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) discussed how President Donald Trump could end the Russia-Ukraine War, expressing optimism in his ability to do so. The White House recently issued new sanctions on Russia, targeting its two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, evidently out of frustration with the Kremlin's […]
President Donald Trump has endorsed Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson for reelection to the post in 2026. Simpson, a Republican, was first elected Agricultural Commissioner with nearly 60% of the vote in 2022. In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Commissioner Simpson for being "strong and highly popular" in Florida and for being an "America […]
Florida Senator Ashley Moody (R) issued a statement commending President Donald Trump’s actions against Colombian President Gustavo Petro, resulting in the U.S. cutting aid funding to Colombia. “We can no longer ask taxpayers to fund foreign nations that undercut the interests and safety of America. Good to see President Trump leading with common sense,” Moody […]
