Mucarsel-Powell Torches 'Rick Scott's Affordability Crisis', Promises to Help Struggling Floridians

Mucarsel-Powell Torches 'Rick Scott's Affordability Crisis', Promises to Help Struggling Floridians

Liv Caputo
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May 22, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Democratic Senate candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell hosted a Zoom press conference to discuss Florida's mounting affordability crisis, blaming incumbent Republican Senator Rick Scott for seniors struggling to afford rent and rocketing gas and food prices statewide. "Seniors should be able to retire with dignity," Mucarsel-Powell told reporters Wednesday, blaming "Rick Scott's affordability crisis" for what […]
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Mayorkas Questioned Over Cuban Officials Touring TSA Facilities

Mayorkas Questioned Over Cuban Officials Touring TSA Facilities

Daniel Molina
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May 22, 2024
The lawmakers question Secretary Mayorkas over the Biden Administration's approval of Cuban officials touring "sensitive areas."
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Pam Bondi: America Needs Real Fighters Like Rick Scott

Pam Bondi: America Needs Real Fighters Like Rick Scott

Opinion
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May 22, 2024
By Pam Bondi I had the opportunity to work closely with then-Governor, and current US Senator, Rick Scott when I was Attorney General of Florida.  Together, we tackled tough issues facing our state, from combating human trafficking to protecting consumers from fraud and abuse. His leadership was characterized by a relentless focus on delivering results […]
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State Department Mourns Death of Iranian President?

State Department Mourns Death of Iranian President?

Daniel Molina
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May 21, 2024
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi died this week alongside Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in a helicopter crash in Iran's remote northwest. The president's death has resulted in criticism of the United States' foreign policy, and a vacancy that pundits argue will result in more extremism, while Republicans argue that it creates an opportunity for the country […]
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Scott, Mucarsel-Powell Bash Each Other Over New Poll Showing Support for Abortion Amendment

Scott, Mucarsel-Powell Bash Each Other Over New Poll Showing Support for Abortion Amendment

Liv Caputo
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May 21, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—A new poll reveals that 60 percent of Floridians would vote to enshrine abortion rights in the state's constitution—the exact number needed for it to pass—while 19 percent remain unsure of how they would vote, leading Senator Rick Scott and his Democratic opponent Debbie Mucarsel-Powell to disagree on the ballot item's fate. Florida's proposed […]
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Carlos Gimenez Disregards Mucarsel-Powell as a 'Leftist Hack'

Carlos Gimenez Disregards Mucarsel-Powell as a 'Leftist Hack'

Daniel Molina
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May 21, 2024
In a social media post, Florida Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R) dismissed her candidacy as one of a "leftist hack."
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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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