foreign affairs

During the hearing with Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, where he told Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) that U.S. soldiers could be shot at while building the Gaza pier, Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) took his time to point out the various foreign policy failures of the Biden Administration, saying, "we are not safer now under this administration than […]

Three bills countering Iran, Hamas, and China, including the Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum (SHIP) Act, were recently signed into law by President Biden, originally introduced by Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), while Representative Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) introduced the SHIP Act in the House and cosponsored the latter acts. Both issued statements celebrating the passage of these bills into law. […]

The controversial $95 billion foreign aid package passed by the House last week continues to be plagued with criticism from Republicans for its lack of border security provisions. During a speech on the Senate floor, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) held nothing back in his critique of the bill, calling it "moral extortion" and "blackmail" to force support of aid to Israel at a time when […]

Friday saw the passage of an extensive foreign aid package for America's allies that rankled Republican hardliners for its lack of provisions for the southern border. Representative Cory Mills (R-FL), who voted against the package, explained his stance in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Cavuto Coast to Coast, focusing on Ukraine and the lack of participation by […]

With Israel now facing a potential two-front war in the Middle East after Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles, the Biden Administration announced they would not aid in helping the Jewish State retaliate. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL) appeared on Fox Business's Mornings with Maria to blast President Biden's decision and describe how Congress can help Israel in its time of […]

During President Biden's State of the Union address, he announced the construction of a port through which American vessels would deliver aid to Gaza as Hamas continues its war with Israel. In a recent appearance on CBS's Face the Nation, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) said he understood the impetus for wanting to ensure the safety of civilians, yet […]

The Senate recently passed a bill authorizing $95 billion in foreign aid with no domestic attachments. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has signaled it would not be voted upon in the House. Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) appeared on Fox Business's Bottom Line to discuss, saying he was "happy" Speaker Johnson would not bring the bill to the floor. […]

TALLAHASSEE, FL—Top Republican Lawmaker Sen. Jay Collins has proposed a slew of hard-hitting bills this session, covering issues ranging from foster homes to communism to veterans. In an exclusive interview with the Floridian, he outlined his wide-ranging agenda for 2024's legislative season. "I am unequivocally pro-life," Collins, who is adopted, said of his child permanency […]

Although the Biden Administration has redesignated the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO), it only came after the group escalated their attacks on the Red Sea. Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) ripped the reversal as a "slap on the wrist" in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Evening Edit, further calling the Biden Administration "weak on terrorism." As others have […]

Two of the most common angles of criticism of the Biden Administration by Republicans have been the border crisis and foreign policy. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) unloaded both of those barrels in an interview with The Floridian, first accusing the White House of allowing the border crisis to happen and then saying nothing they have […]

With concerns about China and Russia's influence reaching Central and South America, the United States can take relief knowing they have an ally in Javier Milei's Argentina. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) praised Milei's decision to keep the South American country out of BRICS, the trade alliance between Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa in a recent op-ed for […]

For several months, Houthi rebels from Yemen have been attacking international shipping in the Red Sea. A coalition of the United States, the United Kingdom, and other countries recently warned the group to cease their attacks or be punished. Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) did not express confidence in the warning in a recent appearance on Fox and Friends First, especially […]

The US launched several retaliatory strikes against Iran-backed militants in Iraq over Christmas after they attacked American troops earlier that day, injuring three. Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) appeared on Fox and Friends First to discuss, saying these retaliatory strikes mean little in the broader geopolitical perspective, and condemned the US's military interventionism without any real goals and ignoring domestic problems such […]

One of the most crucial abilities for countries to have in foreign policy is changing with the times. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) briefly spoke with The Floridian on the need to adapt as circumstances change, chiefly at a time when Venezuela, Russia, China, and Iran have worked together to dodge US economic sanctions. Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick […]

Near the end of August, Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) demanded answers on the sudden dismissal of Special Envoy for Iran Robert Malley. More recently, Airane Tabatabai, a high-ranking member of the Department of Defense (DOD) and former aide of Malley, allegedly has ties to the Iranian government. Specifically, Tabatabai is accused of being part of […]

Violence and civil unrest in the Caribbean nation of Haiti have reached a fever pitch since the 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moise. In fact, the United Nations, through Kenya, has recently vowed to lead a multinational security force to help destroy the gangs terrorizing Haiti. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) spoke with MSNBC's Jose Diaz-Balart to discuss. Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick […]

China has recently announced its intention to not partake in the G20 Summit held in India this year despite attending BRICS. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL) said this is part of Xi Jinping's plan to surpass the United States by promoting their own alliances and fostering relationships with the "global south" in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Varney […]

While Americans struggle with many issues at home, the US position of dominance abroad is imperiled by China. In an op-ed for National Interest, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) wrote on the importance of the United States standing behind its Indo-Pacific allies, such as the Philippines, against Chinese aggression. The emphasis on the Philippines as opposed to Taiwan, which […]