Daniel Perez says Ron DeSantis wants power, headlines in immigration fight
‘DeSantis wants everything for himself.’
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Patt Maney, three others picked by Gov. DeSantis for Semiquincentennial Commission
Conservative scholars also get the nod.
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Daniel Perez says Ron DeSantis wants power, headlines in immigration fight
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Nikki Fried-endorsed Ken Martin wins DNC Chair race going away
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Marco Rubio says even Democrats are sick of Ukraine ‘stalemate’
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Dems pick new leadership. Who does Florida’s contingent like?
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New Administration
What U.S. adults think of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., his views on vaccines, fluoride, raw milk
One of Kennedy’s ideas is popular across the board: getting some chemicals out of processed foods.
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Jacob OglesSenate Judiciary Committee recommends Pam Bondi be confirmed as Attorney General
The committee recommendation also marked Ashley Moody’s first vote as a U.S. Senator.
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Google to change map names for Gulf of Mexico, Denali when U.S. updates them on Donald Trump’s order
The company said that Maps will reflect any updates to the Geographic Names Information System.
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Donald Trump signs order likely setting future ban on transgender troops in motion
Other Defense Department orders includes development of a space-based missile defense system.
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‘She’s made of ice’: Donald Trump talks Susie Wiles, flipping ‘Democrat state’ Florida
‘Do you know that there has never been a woman Chief of Staff, but there is now?’
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Staff ReportsDonald Trump announces heap of White House staff appointments
Key appointments include Steven Cheung as Communications Director and Karoline Leavitt as Press Secretary.
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Donald Trump orders tariffs, visa restrictions on Colombia over rejection of deportation flights
Donald Trump also enacted visa sanctions against any Colombians coming to the United States.
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More DEI fallout: Air Force scraps course that used videos of Tuskegee Airmen and female WWII pilots
Donald Trump phases out U.S. Air Force education on heroes among WWII Black pilots.
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Fact focus: A look at false and misleading claims made by Donald Trump during his first week back in office
President Donald Trump stepped back into the presidency this week moving quickly to set a new agenda, but from his inaugural address continuing through a flurry of executive actions, press conferences and interviews Trump relied on an array of false and misleading information to support his case. Here’s a closer look at the facts. CLAIM: Speaking to […]
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Donald Trump speaks on ‘no tax on tips’ after Florida Republicans file bill to make that happen
The GOP looks to let food and beverage servers keep more of their gratuities.
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Pete Hegseth confirmed as Defense Secretary; JD Vance casts deciding vote
Three Republicans broke ranks.
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Legislative, Influence & Policy
Daniel Perez says Ron DeSantis wants power, headlines in immigration fight
‘DeSantis wants everything for himself.’
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Patt Maney, three others picked by Gov. DeSantis for Semiquincentennial Commission
Conservative scholars also get the nod.
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Why hasn’t Donald Trump weighed in on Florida’s immigration enforcement fight?
Most agree one social media post could end a war between Ron DeSantis and the Legislature, but don’t expect one.
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Andrew PowellTom Fabricio measure would keep some complaints against law enforcement, correction officers confidential
The existence of an investigation would not affect an officer’s ability to be promoted, get a pay raise, or receive a commendation, under the bill.
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Gov. DeSantis teases budget proposals, including tax cuts and Highway Patrol pay hike
‘They’ve done a lot of missions in addition to just the normal stuff. So they deserve that.’
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Janelle Irwin TaylorGOP strategist Justin Hollis joins Weatherford Capital, will lead growth and partnerships
‘Their investments are propelling some of the nation’s greatest innovations.’
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Specials
Jimmy Patronis wins Republican nomination in CD 1 Special Election
He heads into an April 1 Special Election to replace Matt Gaetz as a heavy frontrunner.
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Primary Elections to choose likely successors to Matt Gaetz, Michael Waltz in Congress
Jimmy Patronis and Randy Fine hold financial advantages. Will low turnout produce unexpected outcomes?
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Donald Trump doubles down on Jimmy Patronis endorsement
The President’s man is on the ballot Tuesday.
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Debbie Mayfield formally submits resignation, Gov. DeSantis calls Special Election for HD 32
The election will take place concurrent with another Special Election in SD 19, in which Mayfield in running.
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Special Election called to replace Joel Rudman in HD 3
Rudman already vacated the seat on Jan. 1.
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Special Election scheduled to replace Randy Fine in SD 19
A winner may not be decided until June.
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Federal
Fresh Take FloridaAfter Donald Trump pardon, here are Florida defendants with Jan. 6 ties still facing legal woes
‘All of us who got our pardons are celebrating, and we’re joyous, but his situation is still a very hot topic going on.’
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Anna Paulina Luna seeks significant restrictions on immigrants claiming asylum
The St. Petersburg Republican said too many people are gaming the system.
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Scott Franklin to head House Environment Subcommittee
‘He has been a steadfast advocate against burdensome government regulations that stifle innovation and fail to address states’ needs.’
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Drew DixonMike Haridopolos named Chair of House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics
Mike Haridopolos has credited entrepreneur and Donald Trump supporter Elon Musk for reviving the space program.
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Ron DeSantis ready to help Donald Trump deportations to Gitmo
DeSantis floated Florida as a logical launching pad for the removal of people in the country illegally earlier this week.
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Jesse SchecknerProsecutors drop sex-with-a-minor charges against former Alex Otaola Treasurer
The teen in question said he was coerced into filing the initial complaint.
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Palm Beach Gardens Council candidate’s arrest history includes domestic battery, 2 DUIs
He said he’s since addressed his issues.
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Torey Alston named new President of Broward College by Governor-packed Board of Trustees
While Alston received praise from across the political spectrum, not everyone was thrilled.
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Palm Beach Gardens Council candidate faced stalking accusations, and there are texts
Some of the texts were sexually demeaning. Others suggested he kept tabs of the woman’s online activity and referenced a domestic battery case from her past.
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Joe Peduzzi launches Palm Beach County Commission bid with fleet of WPB endorsements
He’s the first to announce his candidacy in the 2026 race.
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Cold-stunned green sea turtles are recovering at a Florida marine life center
Most of the 17 turtles are expected to be released back into the ocean in a few weeks.
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Culture Wars
Gov. DeSantis ready to ‘get in the game’ of migrant transfers to GITMO
President Trump has ordered the Cuba-based detention center to be prepped for full capacity as part of his deportation push.
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Ron DeSantis distant third in 2028 GOP presidential preference poll
Is the magic gone? Or are the polls wrong?
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Free speech organizations denounce Education Department’s calling book bans a ‘hoax’
‘Book bans are real.’
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Grady Judd opposes Donald Trump on pardoned ‘J6 hostages’
‘We have a different attitude here.”
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Foreign Affairs
Marco Rubio says even Democrats are sick of Ukraine ‘stalemate’
America’s top diplomat says it’s negotiation time.
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Marco Rubio says that if we don’t control Greenland, China will
‘It is just a matter of time.’
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Monroe Doctrine 2.0: Why Marco Rubio’s headed to Latin America
The first foreign trip has specific aims.
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White House says Colombia agrees to take deported migrants after Donald Trump tariff showdown
The U.S. and Colombia clashed Sunday over deportation of migrants and imposed tariffs on each other’s goods.
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Emails & Opinions
Apolitical
Florida’s new unemployment claims decrease for second week in a row
There 5,530 new jobless claims in Florida for the week ending Jan. 25.
American Airlines jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter at Reagan Airport
Aa Bombardier twin-engine plane carrying 64 people crashed with a Blackhawk helicopter.
Tech
Tech stocks tumble as a Chinese competitor threatens to upend the AI industry; Nvidia down 17%
More big swings may be ahead as Apple, Meta Platforms, Microsoft and Tesla will soon report how much profit they made at the end of 2024.
Florida demand for VPNs surges by 1,150% after Pornhub bans access
But will users of the surfing services face more exposure than they expect?
Education
UCF President gets a contract extension and a 20% pay raise
He’s on track to exceed $1M in total compensation.
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UF installing new supercomputer at Gainesville campus to advance AI research
‘UF’s commitment to comprehensive AI education prepares our students with the skills and AI knowledge needed to succeed in our rapidly transforming workforce.’
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Peter SchorschAEI report highlights connection between education freedom and assessment choice
The new report from AEI underscores how standardized testing alternatives empower students to achieve academic goals.
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