Rep. Curbelo says pro-DACA group damaging #Dreamer cause

Rep. Curbelo says pro-DACA group damaging #Dreamer cause

Javier Manjarres
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February 9, 2018
But according to Rep. Curbelo,  pro-DACA organizations like United We Dream are doing "so much damage to the #Dreamer cause" with their "destructive conduct."
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In Florida, it's all about healthcare, healthcare, and more healthcare

In Florida, it's all about healthcare, healthcare, and more healthcare

Javier Manjarres
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February 8, 2018
... are other forward-thinking bills that would lift the veil on a previously shrouded process that costs Floridians more money to pick up their medications.
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Rubio urges federal gov't to crack down on drug rehabilitation abuse

Rubio urges federal gov't to crack down on drug rehabilitation abuse

Javier Manjarres
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February 7, 2018
While Aronberg has created a task force to deal with the problem on the local level, the "sober homes" problem has yet to draw federal scrutiny, but that may be changing very soon.
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Senators back

Senators back "assignment of benefits" measure

Javier Manjarres
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February 6, 2018
But senators Tuesday repeatedly criticized the industry for not giving detailed assurances that insurance rates would go down if changes are made
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Lawson, Schiff hope Trump will release Democratic intelligence memo

Lawson, Schiff hope Trump will release Democratic intelligence memo

Javier Manjarres
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February 6, 2018
Congressional Democrats are hoping that President Trump will allow for the release of the Democratic counter to the recently release Republican intelligence memo that cast a dark cloud over the FBI and Department of Justice. The GOP memo brought into question the two government agencies surveillance practices when they considered a former Trump for President […]
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Sen. Brandes' criminal justice bill could end the bail bonds business

Sen. Brandes' criminal justice bill could end the bail bonds business

Javier Manjarres
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February 6, 2018
Brandes’ CS/SB 1218, is seen as nothing more than another taxpayer-funded government program that would severely cripple the bail bonds trade, if not all-but eliminate it.
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Trump's

Trump's "serious" DACA proposal is a "big deal," says Rep. Diaz-Balart

Javier Manjarres
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February 6, 2018
With congressional Democrats continuing to threaten another government shutdown over the controversial DACA issue, some more ‘moderate’ members of the Republican House caucus are questioning why their counterparts are opposing President Trump’s “serious offer” to deal with immigration reform. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (R), arguably one of the House’s most compassionate Republican when it comes to […]
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Florida’s diversity is key to successful constitution revision process

Florida’s diversity is key to successful constitution revision process

Javier Manjarres
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February 5, 2018
In light of this tremendous growth, it is crucial to educate Floridians — both old and new — about the revision process, the role of the Florida Constitution, and the vital need to safeguard it.
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Sessions to discuss opioid epidemic in Tampa

Sessions to discuss opioid epidemic in Tampa

Javier Manjarres
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February 5, 2018
The visit comes as Florida lawmakers and Gov. Rick Scott also consider steps to try to reduce opioid addiction and overdoses
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Hastings takes issues with Trump's

Hastings takes issues with Trump's "Little Adam Schiff " Tweet

Javier Manjarres
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February 5, 2018
Democrats are looking to counter the memo that paints the FBI and the Justice Department as rogue entities that misused their
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Florida Senators urge more law enforcement aide for crime-ridden Puerto Rico

Florida Senators urge more law enforcement aide for crime-ridden Puerto Rico

Javier Manjarres
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February 4, 2018
In just the first two weeks or so of 2018, over 30 people have been killed on the island, calling for federally elected officials to urge the Department of Justice to "send additional resources" to the island to help protect Americans.
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Democrats urge President Trump to release their version of FISA memo

Democrats urge President Trump to release their version of FISA memo

Javier Manjarres
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February 4, 2018
Democrats have questioned the motive for the release of the memo, saying that this was a blatant Republican attempt of undermining the ongoing Robert Mueller special counsel
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Democrat plans run for Negron seat

Democrat plans run for Negron seat

Javier Manjarres
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February 4, 2018
Negron’s term as president will end in November, but he can stay in the Senate until 2020,
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Justices reject 10 more death penalty appeals

Justices reject 10 more death penalty appeals

Javier Manjarres
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February 4, 2018
The inmates’ appeals stemmed from a 2016 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a case known as Hurst v. Florida and a subsequent Florida Supreme Court decision.
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Ward outraised GOP congressional field, top Democrat in race to replace DeSantis

Ward outraised GOP congressional field, top Democrat in race to replace DeSantis

Javier Manjarres
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February 2, 2018
Again, money talks when it comes to political races.
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Hurricane tax holiday bill excludes life-saving impact-resistant windows

Hurricane tax holiday bill excludes life-saving impact-resistant windows

Javier Manjarres
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February 2, 2018
These impact-resistant items are very expensive, but worth their weight in gold when it comes to energy efficiency and the preservation of property and life.
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Lawmakers could revamp black farmer marijuana issue

Lawmakers could revamp black farmer marijuana issue

Javier Manjarres
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January 31, 2018
The House and Senate are advancing measures to address the issues and are expected to reach consensus before the legislative session is scheduled to end March 9.
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Florida House targets medical marijuana office

Florida House targets medical marijuana office

Javier Manjarres
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January 31, 2018
There was no debate when Rep. Jason Brodeur, R-Sanford, tagged the amendment onto the House’s proposed health care spending plan for the 2018-19 fiscal year Wednesday morning.
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