New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Lawsuit Against Trump Derided by Scott

New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Lawsuit Against Trump Derided by Scott

Mateo Guillamont
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October 3, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the trial into former President Donald Trump’s alleged fraudulent business practices begins, Senator Rick Scott criticized New York Attorney General Letitia James for filing the lawsuit.  Senator Scott critiqued Attorney General James for plotting to prosecute President Trump even before she became Attorney General.  “Letitia James campaigned on a rabid desire […]
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Florida Congressional Delegation Remembers Dianne Feinstein

Florida Congressional Delegation Remembers Dianne Feinstein

Grayson Bakich
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September 29, 2023
Long-serving Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) has passed away at the age of 90. Florida lawmakers have issued statements and taken to X (formerly Twitter) to pay their respects. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) spoke on X that he and his wife were "heartbroken" to hear the news, saying they were praying "for her family, staff and […]
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Scott Reintroduces Bill to Cut Down on Govt. Agency Regulations

Scott Reintroduces Bill to Cut Down on Govt. Agency Regulations

Grayson Bakich
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September 28, 2023
Cutting down the size of government has long been a talking point for Republicans, and various initiatives and policies seek to do just that. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) joined with several other Senators, including Ted Cruz (R-TX), to reintroduce the Unnecessary Agency Regulations Reduction Act to trim down outdated or redundant government agency regulations. Should […]
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With the Farm Bill Looming, Scott Addresses Florida's Agriculture Problems

With the Farm Bill Looming, Scott Addresses Florida's Agriculture Problems

Jackson Bakich
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September 26, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) hosted a roundtable concerning Florida’s agriculture industry and the issues that it faces today. With the Farm Bill on the horizon, Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee Senator John Boozman (R-AR), and Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson (R-FL) joined Sen. Scott to discuss the problems and issues […]
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Scott Says China is a 'Bully You Do Not Appease'

Scott Says China is a 'Bully You Do Not Appease'

Grayson Bakich
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September 20, 2023
Tensions between the United States and China continue to boil, and solutions seem out of reach. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) said in an appearance on CNBC's Squawk Box that the difficulty of having dialogue with the Chinese is because "you do not have a real conversation with them," and "when someone is a bully, you do not appease them." […]
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Scott Wants New Fed Governors to Cut Spending

Scott Wants New Fed Governors to Cut Spending

Grayson Bakich
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September 19, 2023
The Federal Reserve has confirmed three new members to its Board of Governors: Lisa Cook, Ariana Kugler, and Philip Jefferson, appointed in January by President Biden. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has written letters to each of the new Board members congratulating them on the posts. More importantly, inquiring if they are willing to act transparently and accountably. "I am […]
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Rick Scott Praises Senator Mike Lee on Bald is Beautiful Day

Rick Scott Praises Senator Mike Lee on Bald is Beautiful Day

Jim McCool
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September 15, 2023
As September 13th marks, "Bald is Beautiful" day, many men struggle to accept that they have lost their hair or are bald.  However, US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has been gladly celebrating the occasion for years and is now welcoming Republican senate colleague US Senator Mike Lee (R-UT). On the X platform, Senator Scott uploaded […]
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Scott Demands Answers on CIA Bribing Agents Over COVID Origin

Scott Demands Answers on CIA Bribing Agents Over COVID Origin

Grayson Bakich
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September 14, 2023
Were the origins of COVID-19 covered up by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)? Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) joined with Senators Rand Paul (R-KY), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Ron Johnson (R-WI) in a letter to the CIA Director demanding the truth. Science reported an anonymous whistleblower stated in a Congressional hearing that six analysts were bribed […]
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Mucarsel-Powell Says Florida ‘is not a Red State’

Mucarsel-Powell Says Florida ‘is not a Red State’

Daniel Molina
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September 12, 2023
According to Mucarsel-Powell, she can win her race because Florida “is not a red state.”
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Florida Lawmakers Remember September 11th

Florida Lawmakers Remember September 11th

Grayson Bakich
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September 11, 2023
Twenty-two years ago today, two airplanes struck the World Trade Center in New York City. A third crashed into the Pentagon. A fourth was prevented from striking an unknown target by the heroic efforts of its passengers in taking back the plane. Florida lawmakers, Democrat and Republican alike, have commemorated this fateful day in American […]
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Scott Demands Immediate Passage of Federal Disaster Responsibility Act

Scott Demands Immediate Passage of Federal Disaster Responsibility Act

Jackson Bakich
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September 6, 2023
After the devastation caused by the wildfires in Maui and Hurricane Idalia that hit Florida’s Big Bend, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and his Floridian colleagues are once again calling for the immediate passage of the Federal Disaster Responsibility Act, saying it should be quickly moved through the Legislative Branch “TODAY.” On Labor Day weekend, Sen. […]
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Scott Calls for Fed Chair Powell's Resignation

Scott Calls for Fed Chair Powell's Resignation

Grayson Bakich
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August 25, 2023
Many Americans continue to struggle under President Biden's economy. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has blamed Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome "Jay" Powell, arguing that "His gross mismanagement of the Federal Reserve has stolen the American Dream from millions of families and caused massive damage to our economy." The demand came shortly after Powell spoke at an […]
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Florida Delegates React to Trump's 4th Indictment

Florida Delegates React to Trump's 4th Indictment

Grayson Bakich
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August 15, 2023
Former President Donald Trump has been indicted for a fourth time in Georgia. Florida's Congressional delegation took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express their thoughts and opinions. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) blasted the timing of the new indictment, which came several days after House investigations into Joe and Hunter Biden suggested they made $20 million […]
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Sheriff Wayne Ivey Endorses Rick Scott

Sheriff Wayne Ivey Endorses Rick Scott

Daniel Molina
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August 2, 2023
Brevard Sheriff Wayne Ivey has endorsed Florida Senator Rick Scott (R).
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Scott Introduces SOCIAL MEDIA Act

Scott Introduces SOCIAL MEDIA Act

Daniel Molina
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July 28, 2023
With those endorsements comes support for Senator Scott introducing the SOCIAL MEDIA Act to combat online sales of drugs.
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Lee Discusses Bipartisan OPIOIDS Act

Lee Discusses Bipartisan OPIOIDS Act

Grayson Bakich
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July 25, 2023
With fentanyl continuing to claim American lives, Congress continues to find ways to fight back. In an interview with The Floridian, Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) spoke with us about her OPIOIDS Act, designed to improve law enforcement's ability to track overdoses and protect officers from accidental exposure. "This bill would allocate additional resources to help law enforcement track […]
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Florida Democrats Eye Rick Scott's Senate Seat as Possible Candidates Emerge

Florida Democrats Eye Rick Scott's Senate Seat as Possible Candidates Emerge

Jim McCool
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July 25, 2023
The 2024 general election is swiftly approaching and Florida Democrats have a rare opportunity to make gains in Florida.  However, Democrats still seem at a loss for who to nominate against incumbent US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL). This month the new Florida Democrat Party Chair Nikki Fried (D) vowed to revitalize the Florida Democrat Party.  Her […]
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Rick Scott Praises Trump Admin Foreign Policy But Won't Endorse Anyone Yet

Rick Scott Praises Trump Admin Foreign Policy But Won't Endorse Anyone Yet

Grayson Bakich
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July 24, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) held the Biden Administration's foreign policy under a microscope in an interview with The Floridian, saying we need a President "that is going to stand up to these thugs around the world," yet he came short of fully endorsing any Republicans running in the primary. Sen. Scott described how President Biden seemingly appeases America's […]
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