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New revelations surrounding the City of Miami’s actions against the historic Little Havana venue Ball & Chain, first reported by The Miami Herald, are raising renewed questions about the role of senior city officials and the potential financial consequences for Miami taxpayers. According to the reporting, the legal battle tied to the city’s enforcement actions against Ball & […]

DeSantis Unveils Statue of Alexander Hamilton as part of 'America 250' Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a statue of Alexander Hamilton in White Springs near the Suwannee River... READ MORE.   Rep. Jared Moskowitz: “South Florida's communities are strengthened every day by women who work tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of others.” Republican […]

Sydney Gruters, Wife of RNC Chairman Joe Gruters, to Run for Congress TALLAHASSEE— The Republican congressional primary race to replace retiring Rep. Vern Buchanan (R) appears to be over before it even begun... READ MORE.         State Rep. Juan Porras: "Last year Miami-Dade County faced a $400 million deficit. To close the […]

President Donald Trump is heading to Hebron, Kentucky, in an effort to address economic concerns regarding the current U.S. conflict with Iran and to promote Rep. Thomas Massie’s (R-Ky.) current opponent for the 2026 Kentucky Republican Primary amid the midterm elections. President Trump visited Cincinnati, Ohio, to tour the pharmaceutical and biotechnology company Thermo Fisher […]

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on Mar. 11 the reopening of the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Global Entry travel program, following its temporary pause in February amid the federal agency’s shutdown over funding. "We are working hard to alleviate the disruptions to travelers caused by the Democrats' shutdown," a DHS spokesperson stated, confirming […]

Ahead of a visit to Hebron, Kentucky this week, President Donald Trump is predicting that Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) will lose his Congressional re-election bid. President Donald Trump issued a statement over Truth Social criticizing Rep. Massie, but a recent Republican Liberty Caucus index indicates clashing perspectives on “America First.” “I predict that ‘Representative’ Thomas […]

Three commercial vessels were struck by “unknown projectiles” near the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) center. The attacks come after both Israel and Iran launched another set of airstrikes overnight, with Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) deeming its recent launch as its “most intense operation” since […]

The U.S. Department of State’s Office of the Spokesperson released a joint statement this week on the U.S.-France Deterrence, Strategic Stability, and Non-proliferation Dialogue, which took place on Mar. 9, 2026, in Paris, France. The media note published on the State Department’s website confirmed that “Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security […]

Florida Senate Clears 'Medical Freedom Act,' Over-the Counter Sale of Ivermectin The Florida Senate passed a bill creating a "conscience exemption" for vaccine requirements... READ MORE.   Rep. Byron Donalds: “Democratic Socialists have seized control of the Democrat Party and are pushing a radical Communist agenda.” Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner: "Florida can never be a […]

'MAGA Meg' Weinberger 'Socks' it to Florida Legislators in Tallahassee TALLAHASSEE— With the Florida Legislative session winding down (not really), members of the Republican-led House of Representatives are being showered with new (clean) knit socks... READ MORE.         Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner: "I'm calling for a complete MORATORIUM NOW on AI data […]

The Washington, D.C., Bar has begun formal disciplinary proceedings against the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) pardon attorney Ed Martin for alleged threats against the First Amendment rights of Georgetown University’s law school and for attempting to divert a probe into his conduct while serving as D.C.’s Attorney General last year. Washington, D.C., Disciplinary Counsel Hamilton […]

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright deleted a social media post on Tuesday, in which he announced that the U.S. Navy successfully escorted an oil tanker along the Strait of Hormuz, drawing fresh skepticism about whether naval operations have commenced in the region amid efforts by the U.S. to restore energy flows currently halted by the […]

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the Department of State announced on Mar. 9, 2026, the designation of the Central Asian country of Afghanistan as a “State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention.” “The Taliban continues to use terrorist tactics, kidnapping individuals for ransom or to seek policy concessions,” Secretary Rubio said in a press release published […]

The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) searched a secluded ranch formerly owned by financier and convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following allegations that the property may have been used as a hub for sex trafficking and sexual abuse against young women before Epstein died in 2019. The office of state Attorney General Raul […]

Newly retired South Florida news anchor Elliot Rodriguez announced the launch of his campaign for Congress in Florida’s 27th district today. The district includes portions of Miami Beach, Coral Gables, and Pinecrest. “I didn’t plan to run for Congress,” Rodriguez shared during his announcement. “But I cannot stay silent.” Rodriguez’s campaign launch emphasized affordability and democracy, […]

Jared Moskowitz Said he Would Support DHS Funding Before Voting Against it Representative Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) is making Punchbowl journalist Jake Sherman and his Democratic primary challenger, Oliver Larkin, eat their words... READ MORE.   Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost: “Former President Clinton’s deposition raised even more questions about Trump’s relationship with Epstein. What’s clear is […]

Byron Donalds Reaffirms Commitment to Repeal Homestead Property Taxes Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) reaffirmed his support for repealing property taxes... READ MORE.         Democratic Party of Florida Chair Nikki Fried: "Per @MiamiDadeGOP chat regarding Maria Salazar, 'I want her O U T.' We agree!!!!" Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: […]

Ediberto Roman, Professor of Law & Director of Immigration and Citizenship Initiatives at Florida International University When Florida Democrats suffered through Gov. Ron DeSantis’ 20-point wipeout of Charlie Crist and the loss of four House seats in 2022, Dems figured there was nowhere to go but up. When Donald Trump won Florida by 13 points in 2024 and Senator Rick […]