Randy Fine Scores Next Senate Pres's Endorsement Against Two Republicans, Transgender Dem

Randy Fine Scores Next Senate Pres's Endorsement Against Two Republicans, Transgender Dem

Liv Caputo
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May 20, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—The next Florida Senate President has endorsed Republican Rep. Randy Fine in his bid for the newly vacant Senate District 19 seat, adding to Fine's star-studded list of supporters. "Randy Fine has unapologetically fought for the shared conservative values that continue to preserve freedom and opportunity for all Floridians," Senate President-Designate Ben Albritton wrote […]
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Senate Candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell Wants to Debate Rick Scott in Spanish

Senate Candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell Wants to Debate Rick Scott in Spanish

Liv Caputo
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May 17, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Democratic Senate candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, inspired by the recently announced Presidential debates, is doubling down on her call for incumbent Republican Senator Rick Scott to debate her—in Spanish. A one-term Latina Congresswoman, Mucarsel-Powell has lasered in on Hispanic voters throughout her campaign. Earlier this month, she unveiled a Spanish-language web ad accusing Scott of […]
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Laurel Lee Scores Rick Scott and Marco Rubio Endorsements

Laurel Lee Scores Rick Scott and Marco Rubio Endorsements

Jim McCool
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May 17, 2024
In a critical move to bolster her re-election efforts, US Rep. Laurel Lee (R-FL) has scored the endorsements of US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL). Senators Scott and Rubio have been staples of Florida conservatism for years, with Scott being governor for two terms before his time in the United […]
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Last Squeeze?—5.16.2024—Fraga Reverses on Israel-Palestine Ceasefire Resolution—Commissioner Joe Carollo 'Defrauded' Miami—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—5.16.2024—Fraga Reverses on Israel-Palestine Ceasefire Resolution—Commissioner Joe Carollo 'Defrauded' Miami—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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May 16, 2024
Mayor Fraga Apologizes for "Fundamentally Flawed" Ceasefire Resolution It rained today, which was fitting as Doral Mayor Christi Fraga addressed reporters and members of the community after attracting controversy over her ceasefire resolution...READ MORE   President Joe Biden: "Republicans want to slash taxes for the ultra-wealthy and big corporations and raise taxes for middle-class families. They […]
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Scott Chides Biden Halting Arms Over Rafah Plans

Scott Chides Biden Halting Arms Over Rafah Plans

Daniel Molina
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May 13, 2024
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) has responded to the threat, warning that halting arms could have disastrous consequences.
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Scott Attends Trump Trial, Calls Court Proceedings 'Criminal'

Scott Attends Trump Trial, Calls Court Proceedings 'Criminal'

Daniel Molina
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May 10, 2024
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) is the first member of the Senate to attend President Donald Trump's (R) criminal trial.
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Scott Introduces Bill Opposing Wilderness Designation of Big Cypress

Scott Introduces Bill Opposing Wilderness Designation of Big Cypress

Grayson Bakich
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May 7, 2024
Efforts by the Federal government to designate Big Cypress National Preserve as wilderness have met stiff opposition from Florida lawmakers and the Miccosukee Tribe in the region. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has introduced a bill prohibiting the designation of the Preserve, while Representative Scott Franklin (R-FL) introduced its House companion. Senator Scott, in a letter […]
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'A Heavy Lift': Democrats Weigh Former Congresswoman's Chances Against 'Ruthless' Rick Scott

'A Heavy Lift': Democrats Weigh Former Congresswoman's Chances Against 'Ruthless' Rick Scott

Liv Caputo
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May 2, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—As Florida Republicans strengthen their grasp over the state amidst a looming U.S. Senate election, a Presidential election, and an abortion amendment plaguing political conversations, the question forefront in Democrats’ minds is can they take back Florida? The verdict: unlikely, but not impossible. Brad Howard, President of Corcoran Street Group—a lobbying organization—and Chief of […]
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'Debbie is Screwed': Democrats Debate Whether Biden-Endorsed Mucarsel-Powell Can Clinch Party Nomination

'Debbie is Screwed': Democrats Debate Whether Biden-Endorsed Mucarsel-Powell Can Clinch Party Nomination

Liv Caputo
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April 29, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—When Debbie Mucarsel-Powell announced she was running for U.S. Senate last year, the former Miami Congresswoman had no Democratic challengers to worry about, making the party nomination appear all but guaranteed. Now, it’s more complicated. Nine other Democrats have thrown their hats in the ring now that qualifying for the race ended Friday, including […]
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Scott, Donalds Want Reformed National Flood Insurance Program

Scott, Donalds Want Reformed National Flood Insurance Program

Daniel Molina
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April 25, 2024
Flood insurance premiums continue to rise in Florida, and Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) wants to address it.
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'Sends a Terrible Message': U.S. Senate Candidate Accuses Democratic Party of Racial Insensitivity

'Sends a Terrible Message': U.S. Senate Candidate Accuses Democratic Party of Racial Insensitivity

Liv Caputo
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April 23, 2024
ORLANDO, FL—U.S. Senate candidate Stanley Campbell is accusing the Florida Democratic Party of racial insensitivity and favoritism, prompted by the Biden campaign not inviting Campbell to an event and then endorsing his opponent on stage. President Joe Biden held a campaign event in Tampa on Tuesday, extending an invitation to former Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, […]
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Last Squeeze?—4.23.2024—DeSantis Announces More Cash for Land Conservation—OP-ED: Patronis Defends Trump—More...

Last Squeeze?—4.23.2024—DeSantis Announces More Cash for Land Conservation—OP-ED: Patronis Defends Trump—More...

Liv Caputo
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April 23, 2024
Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights Funding for Land Conservation and Red Tide Mitigation NAPLES, Fla.— Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted $100 million in funding for the Florida Wildlife Corridor as appropriated in Senate Bill (SB) 1638, which the Governor signed earlier this month. Additionally, the Governor signed House Bill 1565, the Florida Red Tide Mitigation and Technology Development Initiative, […]
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Moskowitz Warns of Spread of Antisemitism From Recent Protests

Moskowitz Warns of Spread of Antisemitism From Recent Protests

Daniel Molina
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April 23, 2024
Florida Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D) is now warning that going virtual will not slow the spread of antisemitism.
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Tim Scott Calls for Columbia University's President to Resign

Tim Scott Calls for Columbia University's President to Resign

Daniel Molina
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April 22, 2024
Senator Tim Scott (R) is now endorsing defunding Columbia and calling on its president to resign.
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Scott Supports Israel Aid, Calls Gaza Aid 'Stupidest Idea Ever'

Scott Supports Israel Aid, Calls Gaza Aid 'Stupidest Idea Ever'

Grayson Bakich
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April 22, 2024
The House of Representatives passed four foreign aid bills for Israel and Ukraine Friday that will be voted on as a single bill in the Senate. Notably, $9 billion of the combined package will go toward humanitarian aid for Gaza, which many Republicans have railed against, saying it will go to Hamas. Senator Rick Scott […]
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Scott, Rubio, and Bean Introduce Bill Expanding State States' Rights Over Natural Resources

Scott, Rubio, and Bean Introduce Bill Expanding State States' Rights Over Natural Resources

Grayson Bakich
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April 20, 2024
The United States boasts varied landscapes rich in natural resources, with each state having something to offer. However, the federal government has sought to standardize management for all states. To this end, Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) have introduced a bill expanding state rights over natural resource management, emphasizing the codification of […]
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Scott Wants to Hold Universities Accountable for Antisemitism

Scott Wants to Hold Universities Accountable for Antisemitism

Daniel Molina
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April 20, 2024
Responding to the antisemitism, Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) has introduced a bill to hold the universities accountable.
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Scott Hits Mayorkas With Both Barrels, Asks Why Democrats Prevented Impeachment Trial

Scott Hits Mayorkas With Both Barrels, Asks Why Democrats Prevented Impeachment Trial

Grayson Bakich
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April 18, 2024
House Republicans successfully demanded an impeachment trial for Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas for his handling of the border crisis. However, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) dismissed the trial and called it illegitimate and politicized. However, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) laid it thick on Sec. Mayorkas in a recent hearing for the 2025 Homeland Security budget, detailed […]
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