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Jolly’s “Gun Grab” Declared A War On Second Amendment In Florida Governor’s Race
The Free Press - Tampa - Florida
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June 17, 2025
The Florida gubernatorial race is intensifying, with former Republican Congressman David Jolly’s announced bid as a Democrat drawing heavy fire, particularly over his stance on gun control. Critics are labeling his proposals a direct assault on...
Florida AG Announces 44 Arrests in Retail Crime Blitz
Sourcing Journal - New York
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June 17, 2025
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced late last week that officials throughout the state arrested 44 people on retail crime charges and recovered $207,000 worth of merchandise. The state participated in a nationwide blitz on retail...
On Second Day of Trade Mission, Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Aerospace and Transportation Legislation to Strengthen Florida’s Industry
Governor of Florida
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PARIS, France—Today, at the Florida Activation Event in Paris, Governor Ron DeSantis signed two key pieces of legislation that will further solidify Florida’s position as a global leader in aerospace, transportation, and advanced mobility...
Florida environment agency denies permit to drill for oil near Apalachicola River
Tampa Bay Times - Florida
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TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Environmental Protection on Monday denied a permit to drill for oil near the Apalachicola River, upholding recommendations of an administrative law judge and giving a victory to environmentalists and...
Last Call for 6.17.25 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida
Florida Politics
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June 17, 2025
Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot Florida Politics’ 12th annual list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians continued Tuesday, No. 20 through No. 16 MPPs. Check them out here and stay tuned this...
Momentum Grows For Kids Online Safety Act As Florida Sen. Moody Joins Supporters
The Free Press - Tampa - Florida
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June 17, 2025
Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) announced her support Tuesday for the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), joining a growing coalition of senators pushing for stronger protections for children online. Moody’s announcement aligns her with U.S....
Border Boost: Florida And Arizona Senators Team Up To Fortify Checkpoints
The Free Press - Tampa - Florida
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June 17, 2025
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) announced Tuesday the introduction of their bipartisan “Continuing High-Quality Evaluations of Concerning and Known Persons of Interest through National Training Updates” (CHECKPOINT) Act. This...
No. 16 on the list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians: Jay Collins
Florida Politics
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June 17, 2025
Jay Collins, a first-term Republican state Senator, landed a mention in 2023 on the list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians, a feat made possible by knocking off a well-funded, battle-tested incumbent in former Sen. Janet Cruz, in his first...
Honorable mention on the list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians: Gina Driscoll
Florida Politics
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June 17, 2025
St. Petersburg City Council member Gina Driscoll is serving her final two years in her current role as term limits approach, and her work from the dais is finally paying off with an honorable mention on this year’s list of Tampa Bay’s Most...
Fighting on all fronts: Black immigration lawyers navigate a politicized legal landscape
Miami Times - Florida
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In 2025, Black lawyers across the U.S. are navigating a complex legal environment shaped by a surge in politically charged cases. From immigration and civil rights to diversity, equity and inclusion and family law, the demands are intense and, at...
No property tax cuts this year as Florida lawmakers wrap extended session
WPTV 5 - Florida
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June 17, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Despite high hopes and a major push from Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL), Floridians won’t see a property tax cut this year. State lawmakers adjourned late Monday night without approving any tax relief, ending a prolonged...
Anna Paulina Luna addresses military stance and election interference claims
South Pinellas Times - Florida
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June 17, 2025
Anna Paulina Luna, a U.S. Congress member representing Florida's 13th district since 2023, shared her perspectives on various national issues through a series of tweets on June 17, 2025.In her first tweet, Luna addressed statements from the White...
My Safe Florida Home to get $280 million funding in new state budget
Pensacola News Journal - Florida
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The state budget includes almost $300 million for the My Safe Florida Home program. The program provides free home wind mitigation inspections and matching grants up to $10,000 for improvements. The budget awaits the governor's signature and...
As Congress weighs increasing security, lawmakers take heat for inflaming tensions
WJAR - Rhode Island
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WASHINGTON (TNND) — The murder of a Democratic state lawmaker and shooting of another has rattled lawmakers on Capitol Hill as the nation grapples with a spike in high-profile acts of political violence in a turbulent time in American politics....
How the Senate's proposed Medicaid cuts could deepen the rural hospital crisis
NBC News
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June 17, 2025
Rural hospitals across the U.S. — many already hanging by a thread — could take a serious hit if a proposed Medicaid cut in the Senate’s domestic spending bill is signed into law. The provision, outlined in the 549-page bill released by the Senate...
Sunrise resumes domestic flights, charging sky-high fares despite $11M backing from Haitian government
Haitian Times
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June 17, 2025
Overview: As planned, Sunrise Airways resumed its domestic flights on June 12, providing residents with a much-needed air travel solution to and from Port-au-Prince, the Haitian capital. However, despite the country’s transitional government...
Christina Bohannan announces her third run for Congress
Little Village Magazine - Iowa
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June 17, 2025
Christina Bohannan meets with voters at the opening of her Iowa City campaign office on April 12, 2024. — Sid Peterson/Little Village Christina Bohannan announced on Tuesday that she is running for Congress in Iowa’s 1st District. This will be the...
U.S. Jews fleeing Israel-Iran hostilities to fly home in Florida-backed airlift
Orlando Sentinel - Florida
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June 17, 2025
Nearly 1,500 Jewish-Americans — including Broward County residents visiting Israel — were evacuated Tuesday aboard a cruise ship to Cyprus, and were scheduled to board flights home that were arranged by the state of Florida. Birthright Israel, a...
Cap reax: Florida TaxWatch flags $416M worth of ‘Budget Turkeys’ in 2025 state spending plan
Florida Politics
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June 17, 2025
In its latest annual “Budget Turkey Watchdog Report,” Florida TaxWatch has identified 242 questionable spending items totaling $416.1 million in the state’s $115.1 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26. As it has in years past, the nonprofit...
No property tax cut this year as Florida lawmakers wrap extended session
WFTS Tampa Bay - Florida
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June 17, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Despite high hopes and a significant push from Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL), Floridians won’t see a property tax cut this year. State lawmakers adjourned late Monday night without approving any tax relief, ending a prolonged...