Private-sector jobs continue growing under Ron DeSantis

Private-sector jobs continue growing under Ron DeSantis

Javier Manjarres
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July 19, 2019
It appears as if Gov. Ron DeSantis continues to do everything right, keeping supporters happy, and detractors sitting on the fence, especially when it comes to economic development in Florida.
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DeSantis hauls in $300K in  14 days

DeSantis hauls in $300K in 14 days

News Service of Florida
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July 18, 2019
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ political committee reeled in $300,000 during the first half of July, nearly half of which came from a wealthy investor, according to the latest numbers reported on the committee’s website.
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No sanctuary city violations reported in FL

No sanctuary city violations reported in FL

News Service of Florida
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July 17, 2019
Following President Donald Trump's promise last week that his administration would make immigration arrests across the nation, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody's office said Tuesday it had not received any formal complaints about violations of the state’s new law banning so-called sanctuary cities.
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Judge weighs Democrat's challenge to ballot positions

Judge weighs Democrat's challenge to ballot positions

News Service of Florida
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July 16, 2019
In a state where razor-thin election margins have become the norm in major races, Democrats are seeking to make inroads by trying to do away with a decades-old Florida law that requires candidates who are of the same party as the governor to appear first on the ballot.
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Florida GOP outraises Democratic Party by $1 million

Florida GOP outraises Democratic Party by $1 million

News Service of Florida
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July 11, 2019
The Republican Party of Florida raised nearly $1.88 million between April 1 and June 30, more than double the amount raised by its Democratic counterpart, according to newly filed finance reports.
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DeSantis seeks to replace Confederate statue in U.S. Capitol

DeSantis seeks to replace Confederate statue in U.S. Capitol

News Service of Florida
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July 10, 2019
TALLAHASSEE --- Gov. Ron DeSantis formally asked Wednesday that the statue of civil-rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune replace the likeness of a Confederate general as a representative of Florida in the U.S. Capitol.
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THE FLORIDIAN - Florida's Daily Political Read - 7.10.19- DeSantis Keeps Winning - Trump Releases New Ad - Rubio's Holocaust Bill

THE FLORIDIAN - Florida's Daily Political Read - 7.10.19- DeSantis Keeps Winning - Trump Releases New Ad - Rubio's Holocaust Bill

Javier Manjarres
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July 10, 2019
Rep. Eric Swalwell was the first casualty of the 2020 Democratic presidential primary race, but who will be the next? There are no less than (8) current candidates polling under 5%, including "Beto" O'Rourke and Julian Castro, two guys that were expected to be doing much better than this.
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DeSantis keeps winning, announces new air service to Israel

DeSantis keeps winning, announces new air service to Israel

Javier Manjarres
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July 9, 2019
Trump ally Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis continues his “winning” ways, as the newly-elected governor has just announced that EL Al airlines will start new nonstop service between Tel Aviv and Orlando.
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THE FLORIDIAN - Florida's Daily Political Read - 7.8.19- Trump Praises His Enviro Accomplishments - Rep. Mast Called a

THE FLORIDIAN - Florida's Daily Political Read - 7.8.19- Trump Praises His Enviro Accomplishments - Rep. Mast Called a "Traitor" - Democrats Bet On Healthcare in 2020

Javier Manjarres
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July 9, 2019
The fat lady has sung, and just like that, Rep. Eric Swalwell (D) has bowed out of the 2020 Democratic presidential primary race. Money, as it always is, was the problem for the bay area congressman.
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Trump highlights environment accomplishments in Florida

Trump highlights environment accomplishments in Florida

Javier Manjarres
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July 9, 2019
During a White House address about the ongoing “environmental leadership” in the East Room this past Monday, President Trump outlined his administrations participation in helping clean up the water and air around the country.
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THE FLORIDIAN - Florida's Daily Political Read - 7.5.2019- Trump's 4th of July Praise of Military - Allen West Runs For Office - Rubio Backs More Sanctions Against Cuba

THE FLORIDIAN - Florida's Daily Political Read - 7.5.2019- Trump's 4th of July Praise of Military - Allen West Runs For Office - Rubio Backs More Sanctions Against Cuba

Javier Manjarres
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July 5, 2019
President Donald Trump’s long-anticipated 4th of July military-themed celebration and speech in front of the Lincoln Memorial went off without a hiccup or hitch. Congressional Democrats railed against the president’s use of military hardware and personnel, citing that the expenditure of government funds to pay for the event was unnecessary and “outrageous.
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DeSantis approves replacing Miami Expressway Authority

DeSantis approves replacing Miami Expressway Authority

News Service of Florida
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July 5, 2019
With a legal battle already brewing about the issue, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a bill that eliminates the Miami-Dade County Expressway Authority and replaces it with the newly created Greater Miami Expressway Agency.
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Lawsuits filed against FL's felon's rights law

Lawsuits filed against FL's felon's rights law

News Service of Florida
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July 1, 2019
Shortly after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an omnibus elections bill Friday, a coalition of voting-rights and civil-rights groups announced they had filed a federal lawsuit challenging the state's plan for carrying out a constitutional amendment designed to restore felons' voting rights.
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Florida takes care of its farmworkers, other states don't

Florida takes care of its farmworkers, other states don't

Javier Manjarres
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June 27, 2019
If you’ve ever taken a sip of orange juice or a bite of grapefruit at breakfast time, then you’ve enjoyed Florida-grown produce. The Sunshine State produces over half of all oranges and grapefruits in the U.S., and significant amounts of other products like cucumbers, tomatoes, and bell peppers, according to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
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DeSantis signs human trafficking, needs exchange bills

DeSantis signs human trafficking, needs exchange bills

News Service of Florida
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June 27, 2019
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed 15 bills, including a measure that allows needle-exchange programs across the state and a plan to help curb human trafficking.
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FL Awarded SERV Grant for Bay District Schools

FL Awarded SERV Grant for Bay District Schools

Daniel Molina
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June 26, 2019
"Many in Bay County are still working to recover emotionally.”
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Lyft Provides RideSharing Services for Medicaid Patients Attending Medical Appointments

Lyft Provides RideSharing Services for Medicaid Patients Attending Medical Appointments

Daniel Molina
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June 26, 2019
“Bold ideas are the key to providing affordable solutions to our health care challenges."
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DeSantis signs Hemp, hazing bills

DeSantis signs Hemp, hazing bills

News Service of Florida
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June 26, 2019
TALLAHASSEE --- Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed 15 bills, including health-care priorities of House Speaker Jose Oliva, a plan to kick-start a hemp industry in Florida and an effort to prevent college hazing deaths.
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