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The U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) announced it conducted a kinetic strike on a boat along the eastern Pacific, accused of trafficking drugs, killing two people in the process. The attack, commanded by Marine Gen. Francis Donovan, deterred a vessel that was operated by a U.S.-designated terrorist group involved in transporting illicit narcotics to the U.S., […]

President Donald Trump addressed his recent Artificial Intelligence (AI)-generated image on Truth Social in which he is depicted wearing a biblical-style robe with his hand on the forehead of a man lying in a hospital bed. A now-deleted post that has drawn commentary from hundreds due to its suggestion of the president having “saint-like powers […]

Vice President (VP) JD Vance confirmed that talks between the U.S. and Iran in Pakistan over the weekend “did make some progress” during an interview with Fox News Channel’s “Special Report.” “They moved in our direction,” VP Vance expressed during the interview, referencing the U.S.’ demand for the removal of nuclear material from the Islamic […]

DeSantis Says Everglades Reservoir Project is Five Years Ahead of Schedule Gov. Ron DeSantis announced all federally funded contracts for the Everglades Agricultural Area... READ MORE. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar: "Evangelical and Catholic Christians: this immigration crisis has already reached our churches." Rep. Gus Bilirakis: "I love hearing stories throughout our community about how the […]

Byron Donalds Dismissed Edited Immigration Video of Him, Says his GOP Opponents are 'Losing Big' (VIDEO) During a campaign stop at the Associated Builders and Contractors Florida East Coast Chapter, Republican gubernatorial candidate and Rep. Byron Donalds was asked about a recent edited video making the rounds on social media where it appears he gave […]

President Trump warned that Iranian “fast attack ships” will be destroyed if any vessels attempt to approach the U.S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which commenced following failed peace talks between the U.S. and Iran. “Warning: If any of these ships come anywhere close to our BLOCKADE, they will be immediately ELIMINATED, using […]

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel affirmed that the people of Cuba would defend themselves should the U.S. attempt to invade the communist country and depose him. During an interview with NBC News’ “Meet the Press," Diaz-Canel discussed the negative economic and regional security effects that could occur if the U.S. launches a military campaign on the […]

President Donald Trump has  announced that the U.S. Navy will “immediately” begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, barring “any and all ships trying to enter or leave the Strait of Hormuz.” The announcement comes after the U.S. and the Islamic Republic failed to reach an accord during peace talks in Pakistan. "Effective immediately, […]

Lt. Gov Jay Collins Appears on par With DeSantis' 2018 Gubernatorial Fundraising in Q1 Lt. Governor Jay Collins has raised roughly $2.2 million in his first official fundraising reporting cycle of the 2026 midterm elections... READ MORE. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart: "Nearly 50 years ago, Congress passed the Taiwan Relations Act, the bipartisan cornerstone of the […]

Blaise Ingoglia Awards $1.4M to Protect Firefighters from Cancer-Causing Chemicals Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia announced over $1.4 million in awards... READ MORE.         Rep. Byron Donalds: "I do not support amnesty, and I’ve never co-sponsored H.R. 4393, the ‘Dignity Act.' I have a 100% rating from Numbers USA, because of […]

American Airlines announced plans to resume flights to Venezuela “as soon as April 30,” amid pending government approvals and security measures. The airline’s proposal includes “daily nonstop service between Miami (MIA) and Caracas, Venezuela (CSC).” “American was the first airline to announce plans to restart service to Venezuela, and we are encouraged by the progress […]

A federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) violated a court order requiring it to restore access to the Pentagon for reporters after the agency’s stringent restrictions on journalists. U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman rebuked the department for attempting to circumvent his March 20, 2026, decision by establishing a new press policy. […]

U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) announced a new bill designating the only National Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Museum and Memorial in the U.S., located in Jacksonville, Fla., as a National Landmark. U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean (R-Fla.), the House sponsor and original proponent of the legislation, joined Sen. Moody at the former Naval Air […]

Florida Police Benevolent Association Endorses Ashley Moody for Senate The Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) announced its endorsement of Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL)... READ MORE. Byron War Room: "Hey, Jay, read the room!" Collins War Room: "True story: When Jay was being handed his green beret, Byron was being handed his orange jumpsuit." Rep. Maxwell […]

U.S. State Department Praises Milei's Argentina for Excluding Chinese State-Owned Companies From Infrastructure Bids The U.S. State Department has responded to The Floridian's request for comment to Secretary Marco Rubio... READ MORE.         Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "#SOSCuba The regime in Havana is at its weakest point. President Trump has a historic opportunity […]

As the war with Iran approaches its sixth week, Democratic congressmembers have attempted another effort to check President Donald Trump’s executive power as Commander-in-Chief. According to a report from USA Today, Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives deterred congressional Democrats from “considering a measure to halt military hostilities in the region.” Congress is currently […]

President Donald Trump affirmed that all combat troops, aircrafts, and warships will remain around Iran “until such time as the REAL AGREEMENT reached is fully complied with.” The president’s statement comes after the Islamic Republic closed the Strait of Hormuz once again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. “All U.S. Ships, Aircraft, and Military […]

U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) marked the first-ever conviction secured under the Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act (TAKE IT DOWN). “Predators using deepfakes to target women and children are being prosecuted. NO MERCY,” Congresswoman Salazar wrote in a post via X. “This law is delivering […]