Politics
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Florida Lawmakers Meet to Decide Fate of Disney and Legalize DeSantis’ Trafficking of Migrants
The session’s focus is on social issues including sexual orientation, gender, and immigration as the Republican governor exploits national political fissures on his path to a potential 2024 presidential run.
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Gov. DeSantis Favors ‘Friendly’ Journalists. Here’s What Happens to a Reporter Who Holds Him Accountable.
An independent journalist is among several Florida reporters raising red flags over what they call DeSantis’ ban of members of the press that express opposing views.
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Prosecutor Suspended by DeSantis Loses Bid to Get Job Back
Former elected prosecutor Andrew Warren argued that he was suspended over his personal political positions on abortion and transgender issues.
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Alex Berrios to Run for Florida Democratic Chair
The organizer said his on-the-ground experience would deliver important change to the state’s political party. He thinks Latinos in Florida are tired of seeing candidates that don’t look or sound like them.
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Puerto Rican Residents’ Donations to US Politicians on the Rise
Recent election donations surpassed those made in 2018 by almost $2 million. Congress members involved in decision-making related to issues that affect Puerto Rico received the most donations.
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Florida Man Demands Presidential Reinstatement, Suggests Overthrowing Government
Despite a busy week between his criminal referrals and the release of some of his tax information, former President Donald Trump continues to push the “Big Lie” that Biden did not win the 2020 presidential election even as his support among the GOP is wavering.
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Miami-Dade Voters Say ‘No’ to DeSantis ‘Permitless Carry’ Proposal, New Poll Shows
Over 77% say gun violence is more important than inflation, immigration, or abortion. A majority of Republicans, DeSantis voters, and gun owners also oppose the governor’s proposal.
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Biden Signs Respect for Marriage Act, Providing Federal Protections for Same-Sex and Interracial Marriages
The bill’s signing comes as Democrats and LGBTQ advocates have expressed growing fear over the possibility that the landmark 2015 Supreme Court case Obergefell v. Hodges—which legalized gay marriage nationwide—could be overturned following the Court’s decision to strike down Roe v. Wade earlier this year.
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House Republicans’ Agenda Focuses on Social Security Cuts and Sham Investigations—Not Working Families
Between Republicans’ economic agenda, spurious investigations, and threatened impeachments, the House is looking at a busy but unproductive year.
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Florida Republican Lawmaker Behind ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Indicted on Fraud Charges
Federal prosecutors said Rep. Joe Harding illegally obtained more than $150,000 from the Small Business Administration in pandemic aid loans.
