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Rubio: We Must Not Let China Succeed In Its Information War Against United States
Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R), who serves as Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, joined Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary, to warn U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to present a briefing on the DOJ’s strategy in countering Beijing’s propaganda efforts and the status of DOJ’s investigation of these efforts, if any.
Hurricanes and Climate Hysteria: Op-Ed
The first hurricane of 2024, Hurricane Beyrl, is now in the books. Beryl reminded us that hurricanes are a powerful force of nature – a force that causes much fear and anxiety. The stronger and more destructive the hurricane, the deeper it becomes ingrained in our collective consciousness. Katrina, Andrew, Sandy, Harvey – hurricane names that will forever be associated with destruction and death.
Abortions In Florida On The Decline
Last year, abortions in the state saw a 15-year high. But things are now moving in the opposite direction as abortions in the state have dropped, according to the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. In 2023, over 84,000 abortions took place in the state. As of July 1st of...
Florida Gas Prices Jumped 18 Cents Last Week
Florida gas prices increased by an average of 18 cents last week as many residents traveled to celebrate Independence Day. According to a report by the AAA Auto Club Group,. Florida drivers wound up paying an average price of $3.53 per gallon on July 4th. That was 27 cents per gallon more than what drivers paid on Independence Day last year, yet still much less than the average price in 2022 ($4.54/g).
Gov. DeSantis On Opposite Sides with Some State GOP
This year, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed 14 bills proposed or co-sponsored by state GOP lawmakers. Issues from the state budget to local property rights. DeSantis vetoed SB-280, a bill that would have created more government regulations on homeowners who choose to rent their properties to travelers. According to the...
Florida Realtors Endorse Primrose in Florida State House District 18
This week, the Florida Realtors endorsed Florida State House District 18 Republican candidate Nick Primrose. Chair of Florida Realtors® PAC Trustees Jarrod Lowe said, “Florida Realtors® PAC endorses Nick Primrose for State House District 18 as a leader we can count on to advocate for a strong, stable real estate industry. As more and more people move to the state, smoothing the pathway to homeownership remains a high priority and we are confident that Nick will work hard to help us achieve this goal.”
FDLE: Florida Leads Nation in Fentanyl Seized
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement today announced the third consecutive report with a drop in statewide drug-related deaths. Along with the announcement, Attorney General Moody and FDLE released the Florida Medical Examiners Drugs Identified in Deceased Persons 2023 Interim Report. The report shows that total drug-related deaths, opioid-caused deaths and deaths caused by fentanyl all declined in the first six months of 2023. The news comes on the heels of a nationwide report showing that Florida leads the nation in fentanyl seizures.
Report: Illegal Aliens Receiving Free Services Funded by Democrats and Republicans
The House Judiciary Committee and its Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement just released a report on the amount of free services being used for illegal immigrants in the U.S. Programs listed below were created through the US Department of Homeland Security and other agencies for illegals to obtain...
Tampa and Jacksonville Rank Among Nation’s Top 10 Cities for Realtors
A recent list of the top U.S. cities for realtors ranked Tampa and Jacksonville fourth and seventh, respectively, as the best cities for realtors. Clever Real Estate analyzed and evaluated at a variety of metrics that affect a Realtor’s career, including housing affordability, annual salary, number of agents per 100,000 residents and annual home sales per full-time agent.
Could The Florida Marijuana Amendment Raise Tax Revenue for Local Communities?
Closer to November, expect supporters of the amendment to showcase the possibilities of tax revenue that could benefit the state and local municipalities. The claim is that millions, or even billions, of dollars could be allocated to schools and the police. Proponents of legalizing recreational marijuana point to a recent...
Poll Shows Americans Have No Confidence in Government Institutions
Confidence in American institutions remains at or near historic lows, according to a new poll by Fox News. The poll found that 66% of voters surveyed don’t trust the federal government in general, and 64% have no confidence in U.S. Congress. That number is about the same as it was in 2023.
SeaWorld Orlando Opens New Rollercoaster: Penguin Trek
Earlier today, SeaWorld Orlando launched its newest attraction: Penguin Trek. Described as a “family launch coaster like no other,” Penguin Trek is located within the all-new Antarctica Realm. Below is an official statement from SeaWorld regarding the new roller coaster. “This immersive area promises an adventure of a...
Hundreds of Job Cuts Announced by Florida-Based Westgate Resorts
One of the world’s largest timeshare resorts is cutting hundreds of jobs in Florida. Earlier today, Orlando Business Journal reported that Westgate Resorts is cutting 357 job positions at its office located at 8680 Commodity Circle in Orlando. The news comes less than four months after David Siegel, the...
Florida CFO Patronis Appoints Tom Gallagher to Florida Insurance Guaranty Association Board of DirectorsFlorida CFO Patronis
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced the appointment of Tom Gallagher to the Florida Insurance Guaranty Association (FIGA) Board of Directors. FIGA is a nonprofit corporation created by the Florida Legislature in 1970 and services pending claims by Florida policyholders of member insurance companies that become insolvent and are ordered liquidated.
19 Suspected Fentanyl Traffickers Arrested in Northwest Florida
Earlier this week, a group of 19 suspected fentanyl traffickers were arrested in the northwestern region of Florida. ““The Fentanyl epidemic, an urgent and indiscriminate threat, is dangerously pervasive,” FLHSMV Executive Director Dave Kerner said. “FHP is proud to be part of the effort to clear the streets of this poison, and, along with our law enforcement partners, we will continue to work together to protect our citizens by bringing to justice the criminals who sell it.”
Most Expensive July 4th Meal Ever? Cost of Family BBQ Hits Record High
The cost of a July 4th cookout this year is 30% higher than 2019. According to new data from the American Farm Bureau‘s market basket survey, the average cost of summer cookout essentials for a gathering of 10 people, including items like cheeseburgers, chicken breasts, pork chops, potato chips, pork and beans, fresh strawberries, homemade potato salad, fresh-squeezed lemonade, chocolate chip cookies, and ice cream, is estimated to be $71.22.
Go Figure. Biden’s Family Who Have Financially Benefited From Him Being President Want Him To Stay On
This is rich. The convicted felon that is First Son Hunter Biden, and Scamming-Enabler First Lady Jill Biden, and the rest of the lecherous Biden family met this past weekend, and they are demanding that Uncle Joe stays in the race for reelection despite his pathetic debate performance, his perpetual out-to-lunch mouth gape, and his deer-in-the-headlights stare.
Rubio, Scott Tell VA to Fix New Policies Negatively Impacting Veteran Care
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) joined fellow Florida Senator Marco Rubio (R, Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and 17 of their colleagues in urging Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough to quickly correct policy initiatives that are making it harder for veterans to receive care. In 2018, Congress passed...
Ashley Moody Welcomes New Florida Law Enforcement Officers Who Left New York, Illinois and Other States
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody welcomed new Florida officers from Georgia, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, New Mexico and New York with a Sunshine Salute. According to Moody’s office, since July 2022, nearly 5,000 recruits joined Florida’s law enforcement ranks, including more than 1,200 moving from out-of-state. Four hundred of these officers alone moved from California, Illinois and New York combined.
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