Miami-Dade Democrat Party Chair Issues Advice to Illegal Immigrants Encountering ICE

Miami-Dade Democrat Party Chair Issues Advice to Illegal Immigrants Encountering ICE

Jackson Bakich
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January 31, 2025
Miami-Dade County Democratic Party Chair and immigration attorney Laura Kelley has released a video directed toward illegal immigrants should they encounter the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). With President Donald Trump (R) facilitating raids against illegal immigrants across the country, the Miami-Dade County Democrat Chair reminds migrants to know their rights should they encounter […]
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Luna Introduces Bill Tightening Asylum Admission Rules

Luna Introduces Bill Tightening Asylum Admission Rules

Grayson Bakich
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January 31, 2025
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) is introducing legislation aimed at tightening the rules for claiming asylum in the United States in response to large numbers of illegal aliens abusing the system under the Biden Administration. Named the Refugees Using Legal Entry Safely (RULES) Act, Rep. Luna's bill modifies asylum laws in several ways, including a […]
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'We're in the Game, Too': DeSantis Ponders Flying Criminal Migrants to Guantanamo Bay

'We're in the Game, Too': DeSantis Ponders Flying Criminal Migrants to Guantanamo Bay

Liv Caputo
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January 31, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis floated the idea of flying immigrants illegally in Florida to the Guantanamo Bay detention center, aligning with President Donald Trump's plan to house "high-priority criminal aliens" at the U.S.-controlled facility in Cuba. At a press conference in Destin on Friday, DeSantis hinted he wants Florida to assist in—and even send their own—criminal […]
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Haridopolos to Chair House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics

Haridopolos to Chair House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics

Grayson Bakich
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January 31, 2025
Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) announced his appointment as Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics, which is part of the broader House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The House Science and Technology Committee was first formed in 1958 as the Science and Astronautics Committee in response to the Soviet Union's launch of […]
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Mills Discusses Trump's Guantanamo Holding Facility for Illegal Aliens, 'Not a Bad Idea'

Mills Discusses Trump's Guantanamo Holding Facility for Illegal Aliens, 'Not a Bad Idea'

Grayson Bakich
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January 30, 2025
Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) discussed President Donald Trump's recent memorandum ordering the detainment of 30,000 criminal illegal aliens in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Varney & Co., saying it is "not a bad idea." President Trump announced the plan in a recent press conference, saying Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and […]
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Scott Introduces Bill to Fight Child Trafficking Through Proper Vetting of Sponsors

Scott Introduces Bill to Fight Child Trafficking Through Proper Vetting of Sponsors

Jackson Bakich
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January 30, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) have introduced the Stop Human Trafficking of Unaccompanied Migrant Children Act. This bill attempts to curb the human trafficking of unaccompanied migrant children through "comprehensive vetting procedures of sponsors, regular monitoring and updates on the child’s well-being." Last August, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Inspector General […]
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Lawmakers Seek Accountability After Tragic DC American Airlines Crash

Lawmakers Seek Accountability After Tragic DC American Airlines Crash

Mateo Guillamont
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January 30, 2025
Lawmakers from across the political spectrum are demanding answers and seeking accountability after a US Army helicopter crashed into an oncoming American Airlines passenger jet over the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. The American Airlines (AA) flight was carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, 19 of which have already been confirmed deceased after the […]
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DeSantis Warns 2026 GOP Gubernatorial Candidates About Backing 'Weak' Illegal Immigration Bill

DeSantis Warns 2026 GOP Gubernatorial Candidates About Backing 'Weak' Illegal Immigration Bill

Javier Manjarres
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January 30, 2025
WEST PALM BEACH— Florida Governor Ron DeSantis just gave an ominous warning to Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson and any Republican (GOP) looking to run for governor in 2016 about taking a position on illegal immigration— speak up against the Florida House’s “Weak” illegal immigration bill or “You are dead on arrival.” Gov. DeSantis remarked in […]
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Scott, Cruz Reintroduce 'Kate's Law' to Curb Violent Illegal Immigrant Crime

Scott, Cruz Reintroduce 'Kate's Law' to Curb Violent Illegal Immigrant Crime

Jackson Bakich
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January 30, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-TX) has joined Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) in introducing the Stop Illegal Reentry Act, also known as Kate’s Law. While President Donald Trump (R) is undergoing public ICE raids throughout the country, Sens. Scott, Cruz, and other GOP members are taking the legislative route to impose the legal system upon illegal immigrants. […]
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Former Democrat Senator Bob Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison

Former Democrat Senator Bob Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison

Mateo Guillamont
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January 30, 2025
Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez (D) has been sentenced to 11 years in prison following his bribery and corruption conviction. Menendez, who served as New Jersey’s Senator from 2006 to 2024, accepted nearly $500,000 in cash, a luxury vehicle, home furnishings, and gold bars from the Egyptian government. Former Senator Menendez was also subjected […]
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Salazar and Laura Loomer Fight on X About Cubans, Haitians, Venezuelans, and Nicaraguans' Legality

Salazar and Laura Loomer Fight on X About Cubans, Haitians, Venezuelans, and Nicaraguans' Legality

Grayson Bakich
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January 29, 2025
Journalist and activist Laura Loomer posted a video to X (formerly Twitter) claiming Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) said Cubans, Haitians, Venezuelans, and Nicaraguans in the United States have no criminal record, which earned a response from the Florida Congresswoman. "WATCH: Republican Congresswoman Maria Salazar @RepMariaSalazar Claims ILLEGAL Aliens from Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, and Nicaragua […]
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Bilirakis Cosponsors Bill Improving Veterans' Access to Care

Bilirakis Cosponsors Bill Improving Veterans' Access to Care

Grayson Bakich
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January 29, 2025
Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) is cosponsoring legislation that would improve healthcare access for veterans by easing various restrictions and improving the availability of mental health resources. The bill, named the "Veterans' Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Servicemembers" (ACCESS) Act, has several provisions, including establishing a baseline for community care standards. Additionally, the list of […]
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Rubio Lays Out State Department Internal Policy Plan For 'Safer, Stronger, More Prosperous' America

Rubio Lays Out State Department Internal Policy Plan For 'Safer, Stronger, More Prosperous' America

Mateo Guillamont
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January 29, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently laid out his vision for America’s Department of State during his 4-year mandate at its helm.  Secretary Rubio, who claimed that leading the State Department was the “highest honor” of his life, underscored his strategy would be modelled towards bolstering America’s strength, safety, and prosperity.  President Donald Trump’s appointment […]
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Scott, GOP Senators Introduce Permanent Small Business Tax Cut Legislation

Scott, GOP Senators Introduce Permanent Small Business Tax Cut Legislation

Jackson Bakich
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January 28, 2025
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) joined 34 Republican senators, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) to introduce the “Main Street Tax Certainty Act” a bill that intends to make the 20 percent pass-through business tax deduction permanent. The legislation would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the deduction for qualified business […]
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Senate Democratic Leader Pizzo 'Not Outraged' by ICE Deporting Criminal Illegal Immigrants

Senate Democratic Leader Pizzo 'Not Outraged' by ICE Deporting Criminal Illegal Immigrants

Michael Costeines
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January 28, 2025
TALLAHASSEE. - Senate Democratic Leader Jason Pizzo conveyed on Monday that he was "not outraged" at U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deporting criminal illegal immigrants, referencing a clip of former President Barack Obama in which the president took a hardline stance on criminal migrant deportations. "If you're a criminal, you'll be deported. If you […]
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Senate Republicans Open to Keep In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants

Senate Republicans Open to Keep In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants

Javier Manjarres
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January 28, 2025
TALLAHASSEE—Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Senator President Ben Albritton, and House Speaker Danny Perez are in the middle of an intra-party feud over the contentious issue of illegal immigration With Senate Republicans looking to maneuver around Gov. DeSantis and pass a veto-proof immigration bill (S.B 2), could Senate Democrats help the Albritton faction of the state […]
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Lawmakers Commemorate 80th International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Lawmakers Commemorate 80th International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Mateo Guillamont
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January 28, 2025
Lawmakers from across the political spectrum have commemorated the 80th International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The International Holocaust Remembrance Day is held annually on January 27th, commemorating the 1945 liberation day of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. The commemorative day is meant to remember the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and the millions of other victims […]
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Trump Announces Creation of US 'Iron Dome' in Major Shift in US Missile Policy

Trump Announces Creation of US 'Iron Dome' in Major Shift in US Missile Policy

Mateo Guillamont
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January 28, 2025
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the Department of Defense to begin constructing a “next-generation missile defense shield” similar to Israel’s Iron Dome.  Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth thanked Trump for leading the Iron Dome initiative, construction of which is set to begin immediately. President Trump has previously claimed he would lead […]
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