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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Mucarsel-Powell Scores Democrat Endorsements, Scott Frames them as 'Radical'

Mucarsel-Powell Scores Democrat Endorsements, Scott Frames them as 'Radical'

Mateo Guillamont
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September 22, 2023
Democrat Senate candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell’s campaign is gaining traction as she recently secured the endorsement of several members of Florida's congressional delegation. Mucarsel-Powell, who is a former U.S. congresswoman,  launched her campaign in late August to contest Florida Senator Rick Scott’s US Senate seat.  "I'm not afraid to take on anyone who doesn't put Florida […]
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Scott, Rubio Reintroduce Legislation to Stop Russian-Owned Companies from having access to U.S. capital

Scott, Rubio Reintroduce Legislation to Stop Russian-Owned Companies from having access to U.S. capital

Jackson Bakich
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September 21, 2023
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) reintroduced the Halting Enrichment of Russian Oligarchs and Industry Allies of Moscow’s Schemes to Leverage its Abject Villainy Abroad (HEROIAM SLAVA) Act, alongside Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). The senators believe that “Russia must face severe consequences” for their invasion of Ukraine and act against their state-owned enterprises […]
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Scott Rounds Up Nearly Every Republican Senator to Blast Schumer Dress Code Change

Scott Rounds Up Nearly Every Republican Senator to Blast Schumer Dress Code Change

Jackson Bakich
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September 21, 2023
After freshman Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) presided over the Senate in shorts and a short-sleeve button-down shirt, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) led 45 of his colleagues to demand that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) “restore decorum” in the upper chamber. According to NBC News, Sen. Schumer changed the rules just days ago to allow […]
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Scott Wants Congressional Delegation to Visit China and Address Human Rights  violations

Scott Wants Congressional Delegation to Visit China and Address Human Rights violations

Mateo Guillamont
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September 18, 2023
Washington, D.C.- U.S. Senator Rick Scott explained today the strategy he believes the recently announced Bipartisan Congressional Delegation to Communist China should adopt.  The delegation, led by Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer, will visit China in October in an attempt to cool tensions with the communist state.  Senator Scott called for the delegation to address […]
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Dunn Pushes for National Recognition of Florida State Legend, Coach Bobby Bowden

Dunn Pushes for National Recognition of Florida State Legend, Coach Bobby Bowden

Mateo Guillamont
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September 11, 2023
Tallahassee, Fl- Florida Representative Neal Dunn (Florida-02) has filed a bill to bestow the Congressional Gold Medal unto legendary Florida State University (FSU) Coach Robert (Bobby) Bowden.  Coach Bobby Bowden led FSU’s football team from 1976 to 2009 in what is widely considered to be FSU football's “golden era”.  Coach Bowden has been recognized at […]
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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 Tours Taylor, Citrus County Following Idalia, Advocates for his Federal Disaster Responsibility Act

Scott Tours Taylor, Citrus County Following Idalia, Advocates for his Federal Disaster Responsibility Act

Jackson Bakich
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September 1, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) toured Taylor and Citrus County, Florida to witness the aftermath and the impacts of Hurricane Idalia on the area. According to Sen. Scott’s press release, the former governor will travel the Sunshine State to visit the impacted areas as well as speak with local leaders to “ensure Florida’s families and communities […]
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Florida Legislators Support DeSantis' Major Declaration Request after Idalia

Florida Legislators Support DeSantis' Major Declaration Request after Idalia

Jackson Bakich
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August 31, 2023
After Hurricane Idalia swept across the Sunshine State and hit ferociously areas such as the Big Bend, Florida legislators from the U.S. Congress are supporting Governor Ron DeSantis' (R-FL) request for the Biden administration to approve his Major Disaster Declaration. Sent a letter with @SenRickScott and members of the Florida delegation to President Biden in […]
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Sen. Rick Scott Travels Across Gulf Coast to Asses Idalia Preparations

Sen. Rick Scott Travels Across Gulf Coast to Asses Idalia Preparations

Mateo Guillamont
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August 29, 2023
Gulf Coast, Florida- Florida Senator Rick Scott has visited Sarasota, Hernando, and other counties to monitor and support preparations for Hurricane Idalia.  Counties across Florida’s Gulf coast could potentially face torrential downpours and earth-shattering winds from Hurricane Idalia. Idalia is expected to make landfall along the Gulf Coast on Wednesday morning.  Hence, Senator Scott traveled […]
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Rubio, Scott Call on Biden to Approve Hurricane Idalia Emergency Declaration

Rubio, Scott Call on Biden to Approve Hurricane Idalia Emergency Declaration

Jackson Bakich
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August 28, 2023
With the looming threat of Tropical Storm Idalia – which is expected to become a Category 3 hurricane – Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Rick Scott (R-FL) have sent a letter to President Joe Biden (D) in hopes that they approve Governor Ron DeSantis’ (R-FL) request for a pre-landfall emergency declaration. The storm will make […]
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Frustration Grows as National Disaster Relief Legislation Remains Stagnant

Frustration Grows as National Disaster Relief Legislation Remains Stagnant

Mateo Guillamont
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August 24, 2023
Florida Senator Rick Scott continues targeting President Joe Biden’s administration as he warns hurricane preparedness will be insufficient if action is not taken.  President Biden’s latest communiqué on extreme weather phenomena referenced climate change as a cause for the increase in frequency and severity of natural disasters. Biden also stated his administration had dispatched FEMA […]
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Scott Says Democrat Mucarsel-Powell is not a Moderate

Scott Says Democrat Mucarsel-Powell is not a Moderate

Jackson Bakich
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August 23, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) met with The Floridian Publisher Javier Manjarres at the RNC debate in Wisconsin to discuss his upcoming reelection campaign as well as his new challenger, former Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D-FL). "I'm not afraid to take on anyone who doesn't put Florida first. That means you, Rick Scott, that's why I'm running […]
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Florida Legislators Disdainful of Nicaraguan Regime's Church Ransacking

Florida Legislators Disdainful of Nicaraguan Regime's Church Ransacking

Mateo Guillamont
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August 18, 2023
Washington, D.C.- A bevy of Florida legislators have released a flurry of criticism towards Nicaraguan Regime Leader Daniel Ortega for confiscating a Catholic church, forcing the extraction of sacred imagery.  The Ortega regime has been in office for four consecutive terms, rising to power via elections considered illegitimate by the United States and allies. The […]
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Scott Demands that Blinken Rejects U.S.-China Technology Agreement

Scott Demands that Blinken Rejects U.S.-China Technology Agreement

Jackson Bakich
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August 18, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken demanding that the State Department get out of the U.S.-China Science and Technology Agreement (STA). With the accord being more than 40 years old, Sen. Scott believes the dynamic between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has changed […]
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Scott Wants NOAA to Leverage Rubio Coral Reef Restoration Bill

Scott Wants NOAA to Leverage Rubio Coral Reef Restoration Bill

Mateo Guillamont
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August 17, 2023
Washington, D.C.- Senator Rick Scott is publicly calling for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to release emergency funds towards restoring south Florida’s coral reefs. Scott claims NOAA has the authority to use such funds under his and Senator Marco Rubio’s Restoring Resilient Reefs Act emergency funding stipulation.  According to Scott, federal support is […]
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Hurricane Watch: Sens. Rick Scott & Marco Rubio Pressure FEMA to Prevent Disaster Funding Shortfall

Hurricane Watch: Sens. Rick Scott & Marco Rubio Pressure FEMA to Prevent Disaster Funding Shortfall

Mateo Guillamont
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August 16, 2023
Washington, D.C.- Florida Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott sent a joint letter to the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The two senators are requesting action and answers regarding FEMA’s disaster relief fund (DRF).  FEMA’s DRF is nearing total exhaustion, which could leave states ravaged by natural disasters without federal financial assistance […]
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Scott Chastises Biden for Blocking Funds of Hunter Education Courses for Students

Scott Chastises Biden for Blocking Funds of Hunter Education Courses for Students

Jackson Bakich
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August 15, 2023
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has joined Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) alongside 17 other Republican colleagues to confront President Joe Biden (D) surrounding his decision to block funding for hunting and archery programs. According to Sen. Scott’s press release, the Biden administration has “purposely misinterpreted” last year’s gun control legislation to block funding for outdoor recreation […]
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