'I Don't Subscribe to Your Religion': DeSantis Blasts Media, Climate Change Questions

'I Don't Subscribe to Your Religion': DeSantis Blasts Media, Climate Change Questions

Liv Caputo
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October 17, 2024
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday claimed that eliminating fossil fuels would cause the country to "collapse" as he blamed the media for propagating policy driven by "climate ideology" as part of an allegedly dishonest agenda. This is only the Governor's latest attack on climate change. He scoffs at reporters' suggestions that it can cause worse […]
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Rep. Ashley Gantt recommends 'YES' vote on Amendment 3 and Amendment 4

Rep. Ashley Gantt recommends 'YES' vote on Amendment 3 and Amendment 4

Michael Costeines
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October 16, 2024
MIAMI - Rep. Ashley Gantt, D-Miami, gave her recommendations Monday for the six amendments on Florida's general election ballot on Nov. 5, which included support for legalizing marijuana and protecting abortion rights. Gantt suggested voting "YES" on Amendments 3 and Amendment 4, two of the state's most polarizing and talked-about ballot initiatives. Specifically, Amendment 3 would […]
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Last Squeeze?—10.16.2024—DeSantis Admin Sued by Pro-Abortion, Amendment 4 Backers—Mucarsel-Powell Asks for Cash to Defeat Scott—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—10.16.2024—DeSantis Admin Sued by Pro-Abortion, Amendment 4 Backers—Mucarsel-Powell Asks for Cash to Defeat Scott—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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October 16, 2024
Another lawsuit! Pro-abortion advocates sue DeSantis Admin over ad-related threats, censorship The group behind Florida's proposed abortion rights amendment filed a lawsuit Wednesday claiming First Amendment violations against Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration after a state agency threatened...READ MORE     Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "The White House just announced an additional $425 MILLION for Ukraine. When […]
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Another lawsuit! Pro-abortion advocates sue DeSantis Admin over ad-related threats, censorship

Another lawsuit! Pro-abortion advocates sue DeSantis Admin over ad-related threats, censorship

Liv Caputo
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October 16, 2024
The group behind Florida's proposed abortion rights amendment filed a lawsuit Wednesday claiming First Amendment violations against Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration after a state agency threatened to criminally charge TV stations airing the campaign's allegedly "dangerous" pro-abortion ad. Floridians Protecting Freedom, the group who got the pro-abortion Amendment 4 on the ballot, slammed the state […]
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Corey Simon and Daryl Parks face off in key Florida Senate debate ahead of election

Corey Simon and Daryl Parks face off in key Florida Senate debate ahead of election

Liv Caputo
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October 15, 2024
Former football legend Corey Simon two years ago challenged state Senate District 3’s incumbent Democrat Loranne Ausley for her seat, debating her at Florida State University’s Tucker Center weeks before the election. In a year ripe for the taking for Sunshine State Republicans, Simon hoped for an upset.  Spoiler: after the GOP spent nearly $8 […]
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Last Squeeze?—10.14.2024—Muslim Caucus Endorses Pro-Palestine Republican After Broward GOP Endorsement—Harris Questions Trump's Mental State—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—10.14.2024—Muslim Caucus Endorses Pro-Palestine Republican After Broward GOP Endorsement—Harris Questions Trump's Mental State—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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October 14, 2024
Muslim Caucus Endorses pro-Palestine Republican After Broward GOP Endorsement A Republican candidate for state Senate who has a pro-Palestine, pro-sanctuary state, and pro-Bernie Sanders record is hoping to unseat leading Democrat Sen. Jason Pizzo with the support of both...READ MORE  Nurse Anesthetist Group FANA Announces New Board The Florida Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (FANA) has announced […]
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DeSantis announces $9.5 million for Hurricane Milton recovery efforts

DeSantis announces $9.5 million for Hurricane Milton recovery efforts

Liv Caputo
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October 14, 2024
After major hurricanes Helene and Milton barreled into the Florida Gulf Coast less than two weeks apart, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that the state will provide $9.5 million to jumpstart storm recovery. Over half of the investment, $5.5 million, will go to emergency berth repairs with $3.5 million to be used for "immediate security […]
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Which FL Agencies are Blasting Amendment 4, and will it be struck from the ballot?

Which FL Agencies are Blasting Amendment 4, and will it be struck from the ballot?

Liv Caputo
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October 14, 2024
Just days before the November election, Gov. Ron DeSantis through three state agencies is ratcheting up the pressure on a proposed amendment overturning his six-week ban and cementing abortion access in the state constitution. The state departments include the Secretary of State, the Department of Health, and the Agency of Health Care Administration—three powerful Florida […]
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Last Squeeze?—10.11.2024—Hurricane Milton Recovery Underway—DeSantis Would Send Nat. Guard to Sea Ports if Strike Resumes—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—10.11.2024—Hurricane Milton Recovery Underway—DeSantis Would Send Nat. Guard to Sea Ports if Strike Resumes—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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October 11, 2024
DeSantis' Latest Hurricane Milton Updates Gov. Ron DeSantis and Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management, Kevin Guthrie, are working with President Joe Biden and FEMA to open up temporary sheltering assistance (TSA) for Floridians displaced by Milton. This would allow those without a home to stay in a FEMA-approved hotel or shelter for […]
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DeSantis vows to send National Guard to sea ports if dockworkers resume strike in January

DeSantis vows to send National Guard to sea ports if dockworkers resume strike in January

Liv Caputo
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October 11, 2024
Following massive damage left behind by Hurricanes Milton and Helene, Gov. Ron DeSantis swore Friday morning that if dockworkers' resume their strike in January as promised, he will send in the National Guard to keep supplies flowing to disaster-struck areas. This is the first time he's brought up what Florida will do when the East […]
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Last Squeeze?—10.10.2024—DeSantis Blasts Claim That Milton May Cost More Than $50 Billion—Biden-DeSantis Truce Continues—Moskowitz v. MTG—Much More...

Last Squeeze?—10.10.2024—DeSantis Blasts Claim That Milton May Cost More Than $50 Billion—Biden-DeSantis Truce Continues—Moskowitz v. MTG—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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October 10, 2024
'Give me a break': DeSantis snaps back at report claiming Milton may be the most expensive storm in state history Gov. Ron DeSantis blasted a new report alleging that Hurricane Milton may be the most expensive storm in Florida history, pointing out that Hurricane Ian     CFO Jimmy Patronis: "Urban Search & Rescue Taskforce Team 1 […]
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DeSantis-Biden truce continues after Florida Gov's spat with Harris

DeSantis-Biden truce continues after Florida Gov's spat with Harris

Liv Caputo
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October 10, 2024
In the latest twist of the Gov. Ron DeSantis, President Joe Biden, and Vice President Kamala Harris hurricane-response saga, the Florida Governor on Thursday expressed his appreciation for the Democrat President's willingness to be helpful in the Hurricane Milton aftermath. The same cannot be said of Gov. DeSantis' and Vice President Harris' relationship, which has […]
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DeSantis, DOH try to pull Amendment 4 ad for alleged 'dangerous' and 'false' claims

DeSantis, DOH try to pull Amendment 4 ad for alleged 'dangerous' and 'false' claims

Liv Caputo
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October 10, 2024
Gov. Ron DeSantis and the state Department of Health are trying to strike down an ad promoting a proposed constitutional for abortion rights, claiming it's "dangerous" because it allegedly lies about Florida's current abortion laws. In a slew of cease-and-desist letters sent to local news stations airing the pro-Amendment 4 ad—which would also overturn Gov. […]
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Donalds Accuses Harris of Politicizing Hurricane Milton

Donalds Accuses Harris of Politicizing Hurricane Milton

Daniel Molina
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October 10, 2024
As lawmakers join forces to provide additional support, Florida Rep. Byron Donalds (R) is calling out Vice President Kamala Harris (D), accusing her of having "politicized" Hurricane Milton.
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'Give me a break': DeSantis snaps back at report claiming Milton may be the most expensive storm in state history

'Give me a break': DeSantis snaps back at report claiming Milton may be the most expensive storm in state history

Liv Caputo
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October 10, 2024
TALLAHASSEE—Gov. Ron DeSantis blasted a new report alleging that Hurricane Milton may be the most expensive storm in Florida history, pointing out that Hurricane Ian was likely worse and begging them to "give me a break." According to Wall Street analysts, Milton's incurred damages could exceed $50 billion and leave behind devastation approaching $175 billion, […]
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JUICE?—10.10.2024—Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall—Much More...

JUICE?—10.10.2024—Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall—Much More...

Liv Caputo
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October 10, 2024
Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall On Wednesday, the Category 3 storm hit just south of Siesta Key around 8:30 PM. Milton is now a Category 2 heading out to the Atlantic Ocean.   Trump Doral hosts 275 FPL linemen ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall Former President Donald Trump's son, Eric Trump, shared a post Wednesday reportedly showing 275 […]
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'Stay inside and stay off the roads': Hurricane Milton approaching landfall in Sarasota County

'Stay inside and stay off the roads': Hurricane Milton approaching landfall in Sarasota County

Liv Caputo
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October 9, 2024
Hurricane Milton is in the process of making landfall as a Category 3 storm in Sarasota County, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday evening in Tallahassee. Milton's rapidly approaching landfall, coming in at maximum sustained winds of 120 mph, may be hours ahead of forecasts that had landfall between 11 p.m and early Thursday morning. "Stay […]
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Trump Doral hosts 275 FPL linemen ahead of Hurricane Milton landfall

Trump Doral hosts 275 FPL linemen ahead of Hurricane Milton landfall

Michael Costeines
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October 9, 2024
MIAMI - Former President Donald Trump's son, Eric Trump, shared a post Wednesday reportedly showing 275 linemen from Florida Power & Light arriving as guests at Trump National Doral in Miami with widespread power outages expected from Hurricane Milton. "You are amazing and the Trump Family, and entire state of Florida, appreciates you! Enjoy the […]
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