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Rubio Introduces Bill to Ensure Justice for Victims of Contaminated ...
Sep 27, 2024 · Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) and others have introduced the bipartisan Ensuring Justice for Camp Lejeune Victims Act. This bill updates the original Camp Lejeune Justice Act, which was implemented to provide a compensation process for veterans and victims of contaminated drinking water at the site.. The new legislation would clarify the right to jury trials, attorney fee ...
Trump Just Saved DeSantis' Political Career by Tapping Rubio …
Nov 12, 2024 · With President-elect Donald Trump picking Senator Marco Rubio as the next Secretary of State, Governor Ron DeSantis will be uniquely positioned to preserve his political career.. With President Trump having won reelection and Vice President-elect JD Vance looking like the heir apparent to the MAGA movement, Gov. DeSantis may …
Puerto Rico Voted for Statehood, What Happens Next?
Nov 7, 2024 · Voter turnout for the plebiscite was 57%, and Laws Garcia affirms that "this is a clear mandate for Congress to pass legislation to offer voters on the island a definitive and binding choice to resolve the scourge of territorial colonialism in Puerto Rico."
$500 Million Fraud Judgement Against Trump Called "Troubling" …
Oct 11, 2024 · Judge Peter Moulton reportedly questioned if James’ lawsuit morphed into “something it was not meant to do.”. Specifically, Moulton remarked the nearly $500 million requested of Trump is an “immense penalty” that “is troubling.”. Trump lawyers have consistently held the charges and subsequent conviction are unjustifiable and often criticized by AG James and trial judge Arthur ...
Corey Simon Holds Onto Senate Seat, Defeats Daryl Parks
Nov 5, 2024 · Republican Sen. Corey Simon has held onto his seat in 2024's only competitive Florida Senate race, fending off Democrat lawyer Daryl Parks and continuing the historic feat of becoming the first conservative in over 100 years to represent the North Florida district.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava mourns loss of …
Nov 22, 2024 · MIAMI - Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava offered her condolences on Thursday after two Palm Beach County Sheriff's deputies were killed and another was left fighting for his life during a recent traffic incident. "We are heartbroken to hear of the tragic loss of two Palm Beach Sheriff's deputies. On behalf of Miami-Dade, we send our deepest condolences to their families, loved ones ...
FL Surgeon General Ladapo Issues Warning Over Fluoride in Public …
Nov 22, 2024 · Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo has officially issued guidance recommending against fluoride statewide, citing the “neuropsychiatric risk associated with fluoride exposure.” The Florida surgeon general made headlines in the past questioning the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine and ...
After Brushes With DeSantis, Trump-Allied State Senator Wants to …
Nov 21, 2024 · A strong Trump ally battle-worn from brushes with Gov. Ron DeSantis, Florida Senator Randy Fine plans to leave "no stone unturned" in holding all state government accountable—including the Governor's office—in his new role as a committee chair.. Fine, a former state Representative who won a landslide victory in Brevard's Senate District 19, will use his newly announced position as the ...
After Court Win, DeSantis Worries Amendment 4 Means 'Taxpayer …
Oct 2, 2024 · Fresh off of a court victory, Gov. Ron DeSantis has resumed his campaign against a Florida abortion amendment after a brief political pause due to Hurricane Helene. This time, he's raising alarms about "taxpayer-funded" abortions. Gov. DeSantis took to social media Tuesday evening to warn Floridians that the ballot initiative, called Amendment 4, will lead to statewide "taxpayer-funded ...