Hurricane Milton Whirls Up Political Storm as Harris and Trump Collide Over Hurricane Aid

Hurricane Milton Whirls Up Political Storm as Harris and Trump Collide Over Hurricane Aid

Mateo Guillamont
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October 8, 2024
Mere days after Hurricane Helene devastated Northwest Florida and continued its destructive path through several southern states, Hurricane Milton is predicted to arrive in Florida soon.  Milton is expected to slam into Florida’s West coast on Thursday night, carrying torrential downpours and over 100 mph winds.  Governors and government officials of states impacted by Helene […]
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Rubio and Scott Urge Biden for Milton Pre-Landfall Emergency Declaration

Rubio and Scott Urge Biden for Milton Pre-Landfall Emergency Declaration

Mateo Guillamont
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October 7, 2024
Florida Senators Marco Rubio (R) and Rick Scott (R) have sent President Joe Biden a letter requesting he declare a pre-landfall emergency declaration in anticipation of Hurricane Milton.  As Florida recovers from the wreckage of Hurricane Helene, a new hurricane of equal force is expected to slam into the state later this week.  Hurricane Milton […]
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Biden Rejects Potential Israel Strikes on Iranian Oil Facilities

Biden Rejects Potential Israel Strikes on Iranian Oil Facilities

Mateo Guillamont
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October 7, 2024
President Joe Biden has declined to support planned Israeli strikes on Iranian oil facilities.  When asked during a White House  press conference, President Biden suggested Israel consider alternate options.  “Well, look, the Israelis have not concluded how they’re — what they’re going to do in terms of a strike,” said Biden. “That’s under discussion.  I […]
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Trump and Harris Clash Over September Jobs Report Data

Trump and Harris Clash Over September Jobs Report Data

Mateo Guillamont
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October 5, 2024
President Donald Trump is criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris’ economic policies following the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) September jobs report.  President Joe Biden and Vice President Harris’ administration called the September report “great news.” “With today’s report, we’ve created 16 million jobs, unemployment remains low, and wages are growing faster than prices,” said President […]
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Biden Administration Fosters Relationship With Mexico's New Progressive Woman President

Biden Administration Fosters Relationship With Mexico's New Progressive Woman President

Mateo Guillamont
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October 4, 2024
President Joe Biden’s administration is seeking to bolster US-Mexico relations as Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico’s first ever woman president, was sworn into office.  First lady Jill Biden led the US’ delegation to President Sheinbaum’s inauguration.  Sheinbaum won the last presidential elections by a wide margin, gathering nearly 60% of the votes.  “Jill and I extend our […]
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Trump Campaign Blames FEMA Hurricane Aid Shortage on Biden-Harris Expansion of Aid to Illegal Migrants

Trump Campaign Blames FEMA Hurricane Aid Shortage on Biden-Harris Expansion of Aid to Illegal Migrants

Mateo Guillamont
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October 3, 2024
President Donald Trump’s campaign is crediting President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ administration for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) reported insufficient emergency funding to endure the hurricane season.  Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas claimed on Tuesday afternoon FEMA “does not have the funds to make it through the (hurricane) season.” FEMA’s […]
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Presidential Nominees Will Now Get Presidential-Level Protection Thanks to Scott Bill

Presidential Nominees Will Now Get Presidential-Level Protection Thanks to Scott Bill

Mateo Guillamont
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October 3, 2024
US Senator Rick Scott’s (R-FL) Enhanced Presidential Security Act was recently signed by President Joe Biden. The Enhanced Presidential Security Act, led by Representatives Mike Lawler and Ritchie Torres in the House of Representatives, unanimously passed the Senate after passing with a bipartisan and unanimous 405-0 vote in the House.  The bill would provide presidential […]
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Vance and Walz Spar in 'Presidential' Vice Presidents Debate

Vance and Walz Spar in 'Presidential' Vice Presidents Debate

Mateo Guillamont
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October 2, 2024
Vice Presidential nominees James D. Vance and Tim Waltz faced off in a Vice Presidential debate featuring policy-heavy, professional, and civilized discussions.  JD Vance demonstrated his oratory superiority as a US Senator for Ohio as he spoke directly to voters, focused on policy, and poignantly criticized Vice President Kamala Harris.  The two candidates sparred on […]
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Scott Requests Senate Reconvene to Approve Hurricane Relief as Trump Slams Harris for

Scott Requests Senate Reconvene to Approve Hurricane Relief as Trump Slams Harris for "Fake" Leadership

Mateo Guillamont
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October 2, 2024
US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has requested Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to reconvene the Senate to pass relief legislation for Hurricane Helene.  Senator Scott’s request anticipates federal agencies’ damage assessments to determine Helene’s impact and the appropriate amount of federal funds needed to help recovery efforts.  Helene slammed into Florida’s gulf coast late […]
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Trump Blames Biden-Harris Administration for Iranian Defiance as Missiles Descend on Israel

Trump Blames Biden-Harris Administration for Iranian Defiance as Missiles Descend on Israel

Mateo Guillamont
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October 1, 2024
Former President Donald Trump is blaming President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for permitting Iran’s latest missile attacks on Israel.  As reported by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), Iranian missiles have been intercepted across Israel, including in Jerusalem.  RAW FOOTAGE: Watch as Iranian missiles rain over the Old City in Jerusalem, a holy […]
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Trump Launches 'Make America Healthy Again' Initiative With RFK JR

Trump Launches 'Make America Healthy Again' Initiative With RFK JR

Mateo Guillamont
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October 1, 2024
Former President Donald Trump is launching a campaign initiative focused on improving Americans’ health.  President Trump is coalescing with Robert F. Kennedy Jr, who antecedently endorsed the former’s presidential campaign.  RFK, an environmental lawyer, has focused on combatting America’s myriad health problems, which he claims derive from poor nutrition, toxic chemicals, and inadequate healthcare.  Following […]
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Trump Vows to End Russia-Ukraine War in Meeting With Zelensky

Trump Vows to End Russia-Ukraine War in Meeting With Zelensky

Mateo Guillamont
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September 28, 2024
Former President Donald Trump has promised to end Russia’s war against Ukraine in an unprecedented meeting with Ukrainian President Voldymyr Zelensky.  During a meeting to discuss potential avenues to end the war, President Trump emphatically expressed his desire to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine.  Trump blamed President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris […]
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Breaking Reports Suggest Iran Actively Seeking to Assassinate Trump

Breaking Reports Suggest Iran Actively Seeking to Assassinate Trump

Mateo Guillamont
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September 26, 2024
Former President Donald Trump was reportedly briefed by US intelligence officials on Iranian plots to assassinate him.  The reports come days after the US intelligence community exposed election-meddling activities by Iran against President Trump.  Trump defiantly commented on the news via X, warning of future retribution for any assassination attempts.  “An attack on a former […]
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Scott Secret Service Bill Passes Congress, Could Expand Trump's Protection if Signed by Biden

Scott Secret Service Bill Passes Congress, Could Expand Trump's Protection if Signed by Biden

Mateo Guillamont
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September 26, 2024
US Senator Rick Scott’s (R-FL) Enhanced Presidential Security Act, led by Representatives Mike Lawler and Ritchie Torres in the House of Representatives, unanimously passed the Senate after passing with a bipartisan and unanimous 405-0 vote in the House.  The bill would provide presidential and vice presidential nominees the same level of Secret Service protections as […]
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Florida Lawmakers Denounce Migrant Smuggling in Florida Keys

Florida Lawmakers Denounce Migrant Smuggling in Florida Keys

Mateo Guillamont
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September 24, 2024
A recently exposed criminal network of migrant smuggling in the Florida Keys has caught Florida lawmakers’ attention. Earlier this August, US Border Patrol officials detained individuals caught smuggling Chinese and Ecuadorian nationals. Following the arrest,  President Joe Biden’s administration declined to prosecute the individuals involved. The smugglers were ultimately prosecuted by Florida State Monroe County […]
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Mills Excoriates Continued Calling of Trump a 'Threat to Democracy,' Claims Left is Projecting

Mills Excoriates Continued Calling of Trump a 'Threat to Democracy,' Claims Left is Projecting

Grayson Bakich
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September 23, 2024
Two attempts on former President Donald Trump's life have led to calls for toning down political rhetoric that potentially led to both instances of violence. Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) discussed these calls in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Bottom Line, saying Democrats and the left continue to use inflammatory rhetoric and accusing them of projecting […]
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Trump Lauded by Jewish-American Conservatives for Support Towards Jewish Community and Israel

Trump Lauded by Jewish-American Conservatives for Support Towards Jewish Community and Israel

Mateo Guillamont
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September 22, 2024
Former President Donald Trump is being commended by conservative Jewish-Americans for his comments during speeches on Thursday relating to antisemitism, Israel-US relations, and Israel’s war against Hamas. President Trump claimed, if elected, he would demonstrate ironclad support for Israel, deport foreign Hamas sympathizers, and criticized Vice President Kamala Harris’ continued ceasefire push. The Republican Jewish […]
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Biden Urged to Follow Law and Impose Sanctions on Iranian Leaders by Rubio and Colleagues

Biden Urged to Follow Law and Impose Sanctions on Iranian Leaders by Rubio and Colleagues

Mateo Guillamont
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September 20, 2024
President Joe Biden is facing pressure to impose sanctions on Iran pursuant to legislation signed by his administration earlier this year. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), alongside Senator Jim Risch (R-ID) and U.S. Representatives Jim Banks (R-IN) and Mike Lawler (R-NY), wrote a letter to President Biden demanding he enforce laws potentially increasing sanctions on Iran. […]
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