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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, southwest Florida Republican, Vern Buchanan announced his retirement after 20 years in Congress, stating he will not seek reelection in this year’s midterms. The Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement in …
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Over the past few weeks, Americans have watched in horror as federal immigration agents have used deadly force against U.S. citizens. Keith Porter, Jr., a dad of two and paraprofessional working with special needs children, was …
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today the Black Democratic Members of the Florida Legislature held a press conference to condemn an opinion released by the Attorney General on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day that claimed that all …
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The Florida Democratic Party Chair, Nikki Fried released the following statement after the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) announced moves to loosen rules that bar marijuana users from being able to lawfully purchase …
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Tonight, Chris Dzadovsky was elected to the Fort Pierce City Commission in District 2, Seat 2, defeating Jaimebeth Galinis and flipping the commission to Democratic control. In response, the Florida Democratic Party has issued the following …
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Today marks the start of Florida’s 2026 Legislative Session. Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement: “This session begins with a clear choice: continue down a path of political distractions and special-interest giveaways, or …
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TALLAHASSEE, FL – After months of speculation Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he will call a special session to redraw Florida’s maps in a partisan and unnecessary move that will cost Florida taxpayers millions of dollars. “This …
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Tallahassee, FL — Following reports of U.S. military action in Venezuela and the detention of Nicolás Maduro, Chair Fried released the following statement: “My hope is that this moment opens a real path to democracy for …
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On December 14, two shooters attacked a peaceful gathering of the Jewish community as they celebrated the first evening of Hanukkah in Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia. The attack left 15 dead, dozens wounded, and the entire …
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Today, the U.S. Senate voted against the extension to the ACA Tax Credits for three years to ensure healthcare would remain accessible and affordable for 24 million Americans. Among those who voted against the measure were …