Policy

Senator James Lankford (R-OK) has been negotiating a border deal that has earned ire from other Republicans. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL), who called for the bill to be "shut down," offered further explanation for his stance in a recent appearance on Fox News Sunday, saying Sen. Lankford is "on a suicide mission" and that President Biden could […]

Florida is one of twenty-five states that have shown support for Texas and its defense of the border, contrary to the Biden Administration. As part of this support, Florida Attorney General (AG) Ashley Moody is fighting in court against an appeal by the White House to overturn a ruling made last year in favor of […]

TALLAHASSEE, FL—Gov. DeSantis has weighed in on potential legal concerns for the social media ban for minors bill that passed the House Floor Thursday. Gov. DeSantis explained that while he agreed with the bill, it was likely to evolve to expand parental rights. "I think social media has been a net negative for our youth […]

TALLAHASSEE, FL—Florida takes a step toward further intervening in the Texas border crisis with a new bill expanding Governor DeSantis' control of the State Guard. The State Guard is under the Governor's final and ultimate authority, and HB 1551 would allow him to deploy his guard nationwide. “We've got FHP Fish and Wildlife, we've had […]

TALLAHASSEE, FL—Florida's State Board of Education announced last week their imposition of "strict regulations" on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives on college campuses, leading the James Madison Institute, a libertarian non-profit think tank, to laud the state's efforts. The board's ruling will prohibit taxpayer funds going toward DEI programs and replaces the "Principles of Sociology" […]

Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) appeared on Real America’s Voice to discuss President Joe Biden (D) and his administration’s priorities pertaining to the United States’ southern border in comparison to other borders around the world. Alluding to his travels as he has stumped for former President Donald Trump (R), Rep. Donalds has seen frustration from American […]

The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that the Biden Administration could remove the razor wire installed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) to stem the flow of migrants over the border. Gov. Abbott has remained defiant and said he would continue placing wire. Florida Republicans, including Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL), have taken to X (formerly […]

Illegal immigration continues to be a pressing concern for lawmakers, and Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R) is now touting a victory for her bipartisan Dignity Act.

Senator Scott is calling on President Biden to be more transparent with the border bill.

TALLAHASSEE, FL—The Florida House passed a measure banning social media for minors Wednesday afternoon, citing positively correlated levels of child suicide and usage of these platforms. Meanwhile, Democrats voiced concerns over restricted parental rights and the positives that social media can provide. "Studies have shown that social media is having a devastating impact on our […]

TALLAHASSEE, FL — A new Florida bill would strengthen the penalties for driving without a valid license, making third-time offenders liable for a stint in jail. Though the bill passed the committee unanimously, concerns were raised over the impact on immigrant drivers. SB 1324, sponsored by Republican Sen. Blaise Ingoglia, creates a three-level process for […]

The Biden Administration's handling of the border crisis has earned the wrath of House Republicans, yet they may be at the "depression" stage as bargaining seems to go nowhere. Representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) said only a new President can halt the border crisis now in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Mornings with Maria because "President Biden can stop […]

Is the House Republican demand for border security from the Biden Administration ultimately futile? Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) seemed to imply as such in a recent appearance on Fox News's Ingraham Angle, as any law passed by the House and Senate would likely be vetoed or ignored by the President, and there seems to be an effort in […]

TALLAHASSEE, FL—A new education bill would prohibit teachers' prep classes from including a curriculum on the existence of systemic racism, sexism, or oppression in Florida institutions. The bill would also prevent "identity politics" and any "distortion of historical events". "I am looking for the best environment for our students so they can be as successful […]

TALLAHASSEE, FL—As Lawmakers enter the third week of the Legislative Session, with it comes a slew of hard-hitting bills, sure to ignite debate in both chambers. This week's agenda covers sex reassignment insurance coverage, the banning of identity politics in teacher preparation courses, drunk driving, and much more. Licenses and Drunk Driving Monday will see […]

In a hearing titled "Voices for the Victims," Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) held nothing back in a fiery condemnation of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and his handling of the ongoing border crisis. She said Mayorkas "deliberately subverted the duly enacted laws of the United States of America," and "has defied inquiries from the United […]

Republicans like Florida Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R) continue to warn about “massive illegal immigration,” blasting the Southern Border for being in “chaos.”

Florida Democratic Congressman Maxwell Frost has called for the removal of the Statue of Liberty in a speech addressing illegal immigration and asylum outside of the nation's capital. According to Rep. Frost, taking down the New York landmark is justified to protest HR 2, a comprehensive border security bill. Frost calls the bill “bigoted legislation.” […]