A second Florida Democratic state representative - Hillary Cassel - just switched her party to REPUBLICAN. Post

-2024 election, FL Republicans have gained 2 seats in the House. And they already had a supermajority before.

Attempted home invasion in Bradenton FL. — homeowner starts shooting, killing one of the intruders. Both of the suspects are Chilean nationals. Sheriff Rick Wells: “This is the state of Florida. If you want to break into someone's home, you should expect to be shot.”

Elon Musk is the largest individual taxpayer in history.

Beyoncé delivered an unforgettable halftime performance at the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game on Christmas Day 2024, turning the event into a showcase for her 'Cowboy Carter' album. The spectacle included Beyoncé riding in on a white horse, as noted by CBS News, and featured live renditions of her new tracks.

Pope Francis inaugurated the Jubilee Year 2025 by opening the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica on Christmas Eve, marking the start of a significant period for Catholics worldwide. This 'Jubilee of Hope' is intended as a time for reflection, penance, and spiritual renewal, with an anticipated 32 million pilgrims visiting Rome. During the ceremony, Pope Francis, despite appearing somewhat somber, conveyed messages of hope, calling for debt relief, support for the poor, and environmental stewardship. The event was under heightened security due to recent global tensions. The opening of the Holy Door symbolizes a passage into new life through …

BREAKING: American Airlines has grounded all flights due to a technical issue. The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop at the start of Christmas Eve

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U.S. Government Averts Shutdown with Trimmed Funding Bill

Congress has successfully passed a stopgap funding bill to avert a U.S. government shutdown, extending federal funding until March 14. This bill, significantly reduced from its original 1,500+ page version, includes disaster relief funding but omits member pay raises and additional debt ceiling adjustments. The legislation received strong bipartisan support, passing with a vote of 366-34 in the House, where Democrats played a crucial role in its passage.