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Rubio Discusses Israel's War Against Hamas, Terrorist Sympathizers, and Challenges to U.S. Global Leadership

By Duval Times | Oct 23, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently appeared on The Sean Hannity Show to discuss a range of pressing issues. One of the topics he addressed was the pro-Hamas protests that have been taking place on American college campuses. Rubio expressed concern over the influence of misinformation and indoctrination, particularly on platforms like TikTok. He remarked, "It’s reflected in the polling, where Americans under a certain age are amazingly…pro-Hamas in their views of what’s happening in the region."Rubio also highlighted the hypocrisy of some protesters who claim to...

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Rubio, Kaine on Venezuela's Opposition Primary Elections

By Duval Times | Oct 23, 2023

Venezuelans both at home and in exile took part in the opposition primary elections yesterday, as they voted to elect their presidential primary nominee ahead of the 2024 election. The significance of these elections was not lost on U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Tim Kaine, who both released a statement in response to the outcome.In their joint statement, Senators Rubio and Kaine acknowledged the efforts of the Venezuelan people in organizing and participating in the primary elections. They specifically congratulated María Corina Machado on her victory and commended the...

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Rubio and Kaine on Opposition Primaries in Venezuela

By Duval Times | Oct 23, 2023

Yesterday, Venezuelans, both in their home country and in exile, voted to choose their presidential candidate in the primaries ahead of the 2024 elections.In response to this important event, Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Tim Kaine (D-VA), the Ranking Member and Chairman, respectively, of the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Transnational Crime, Civilian Security, Democracy, Human Rights, and Global Women's Issues, issued the following statement:"Yesterday, Venezuelans from around the world made their voices heard during the opposition primaries. We congratulate...

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Which former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23?

By Duval Times | Oct 21, 2023

These former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23.

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Duval Times area weekly mass times

By Duval Times | Oct 21, 2023

The following parishes in the Duval Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Duval County cities: 9 companies received FDA inspections in Q3 2023

By Duval Times | Oct 21, 2023

There were nine companies in a city associated with Duval County that received 10 FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Rutherford Releases Statement on Status of Speaker Race

By Duval Times | Oct 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) has expressed his disappointment and concerns regarding the ongoing Speaker race in the House of Representatives. In a statement released today, Rutherford highlighted the need for unity and a leader who can bring the Republican Conference together.Rutherford began by acknowledging the actions taken two weeks ago, when eight Republicans joined House Democrats to vacate the Speaker of the House position. He expressed his disappointment with the process to replace Speaker McCarthy, stating, "I am very disappointed by...

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Rubio: Las Concesiones De Biden Ayudan a Que Maduro Mantenga Su Poder Autoritario Sobre Venezuela

By Duval Times | Oct 20, 2023

La Administración Biden ha otorgado recientemente cuatro Licencias Generales que permiten transacciones en las industrias del petróleo y el oro en Venezuela, así como el aval para negociar deuda. Estas decisiones han sido duramente criticadas por el senador estadounidense Marco Rubio (R-FL), quien considera que estas concesiones solo fortalecen el poder autoritario de Nicolás Maduro sobre el país.En un comunicado, Rubio expresó su descontento con estas medidas y señaló que la Administración Biden está otorgando legitimidad a un "narco-régimen ilegítimo" que ha cometido...

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Next Week: Rubio Staff Hosts Mobile Office Hours

By Duval Times | Oct 20, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio's office will be holding Mobile Office Hours next week to assist constituents with federal casework issues. These office hours are designed to provide a more convenient way for constituents who do not live near one of Senator Rubio's regional offices to receive assistance.The Mobile Office Hours will be held in-person and virtually. In-person sessions will take place in various counties in Florida, while virtual sessions will be available for residents of Flagler County.The schedule for the in-person Mobile Office Hours is as follows:- On...

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Rubio, Colleagues Urge Removal of Hamas and Terrorist Supporters

By Duval Times | Oct 20, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and his colleagues have written a letter to U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas urging him to review and remove individuals who participated in or encouraged the spread of pro-Hamas and pro-terrorist activity in the United States.The letter, signed by Senators Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Rick Scott (R-FL), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), and Deb Fischer (R-NE), emphasizes the importance of using the tools provided by Congress to protect the safety of the United States during this critical time. The senators called for collaboration...

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Rubio: Biden’s Concessions Help Maduro Maintain Authoritarian Grip on Venezuela

By Duval Times | Oct 20, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has criticized the Biden Administration for its recent announcement of four General Licenses that allow Venezuelan transactions in the petroleum and gold industries, as well as trading in the Maduro regime's sovereign debt. Rubio argues that these concessions only serve to help Maduro maintain his authoritarian grip on Venezuela.Rubio's statement comes in response to the administration's decisions to ease sanctions and open communication channels with Maduro's regime. According to Rubio, these actions grant legitimacy to a criminal...

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Rubio Criticizes Ambassador Nominee and Condemns Anti-Israel Rhetoric

By Duval Times | Oct 19, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently appeared on America's Newsroom to discuss his criticism of ambassador to Israel nominee Jack Lew and to address the progressive left's anti-Israel rhetoric. During the interview, Rubio highlighted his concerns about Lew's actions and statements, as well as the potential consequences of false allegations against Israel.Rubio began by expressing his dissatisfaction with Lew's previous testimony before Congress regarding Iran. He accused Lew of secretly enabling Iran's access to American banks, despite his public denial of such...

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Video: Biden Debe Dejarle Claro a Irán Que No Debe Atacar a EE.UU.

By Duval Times | Oct 19, 2023

El senador estadounidense Marco Rubio (R-FL) ha publicado un video en español destacando el mensaje que el presidente Joe Biden debería transmitir a Irán antes de su discurso a la nación esta noche.En el video, Rubio hace referencia a los recientes ataques de grupos controlados por Irán contra tropas estadounidenses en Iraq. Expresa su preocupación de que estos ataques puedan intensificarse y afectar a otros países de la región. Rubio enfatiza la importancia de que el presidente Biden deje en claro que Estados Unidos no busca una guerra con Irán. Sin embargo, advierte que...

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Rubio, Hagerty, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Resupply Israel’s Iron Dome

By Duval Times | Oct 19, 2023

U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Bill Hagerty have introduced the Emergency Resupply of Iron Dome Act of 2023, a legislation aimed at redirecting funds from the Biden Administration's plan to send assistance to Hamas-controlled Gaza to instead resupply Israel's missile defense interceptors. The senators argue that Israel, as a key ally in the Middle East, must be fully armed to defend itself against the Iranian-backed terrorist group Hamas.Senator Rubio emphasized the importance of supporting Israel's defense capabilities, stating, "Now more than ever, the U.S. must stand in...

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Rubio, Colleagues Oppose Biden Admin’s “Don’t Say Dad” Rule

By Duval Times | Oct 19, 2023

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently proposed a rule that would eliminate "gender-specific" words like "paternity," "mother," and "father" from federal regulations guiding the Child Support Enforcement (CSE) program. This move has sparked opposition from U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and several of his colleagues, who sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to rescind the "Don't Say Dad" rule and to stop attempting to erase biological sex from federal law.Rubio and his colleagues expressed their concerns in the letter, stating, "Your...

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Senator Marco Rubio Discusses Progressive Left's Anti-Israel Rhetoric and More

By Duval Times | Oct 19, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently appeared on Varney & Co. to address several important issues, including the progressive left's anti-Israel rhetoric and his resolution calling for the cancellation of Hamas supporters' visas. During the interview, Rubio expressed his concerns and provided insights on various topics.Rubio started by acknowledging that the majority of Democrats do not support Representative Rashida Tlaib's anti-Israel stance. However, he pointed out that some Democrats are reckoning with the fact that they need support from elements within their base...

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Senate Intelligence Committee Leaders Host Public-private Roundtable on Critical Minerals

By Duval Times | Oct 19, 2023

Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and Vice Chairman Marco Rubio (R-FL) convened an unclassified roundtable discussion on critical minerals financing, emphasizing the need for the United States to secure reliable sources of components essential to critical national security technologies.In a joint statement, Warner and Rubio highlighted the importance of identifying secure sources of critical minerals, which are crucial components for technologies critical to national security. This includes military equipment and defense systems,...

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U.S. Senator Marco Rubio Urges President Biden to Send a Strong Message to Iran

By Duval Times | Oct 19, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has released a video urging President Joe Biden to make it clear to Iran that the United States will not tolerate any attacks on its troops or personnel in the Middle East. In the video, Senator Rubio emphasizes the need for a strong and credible response if Iranian-backed militia groups in the region target American forces.Rubio highlights the recent uptick in attacks by these groups and warns that if left unchecked, it could escalate into a full-scale campaign. He stresses the importance of President Biden laying out clear and credible...

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Rubio, Colleagues Call on Biden to Enforce Existing Law, Revoke Visas of Hamas Sympathizers

By Duval Times | Oct 18, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and a group of Republican colleagues are urging President Joe Biden to take action against foreign nationals who endorse or support Hamas or other Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTO). They are calling for the enforcement of existing law that prohibits supporters of terrorism or terrorist groups from entering the United States.In a statement, Senator Rubio emphasized the importance of upholding the law and ensuring that those who promote Hamas do not enjoy the privileges of living in America. He said, "It is a blessing to live in America and any...

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Rutherford Calls on Consensus Candidate for Speaker

By Duval Times | Oct 18, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman John Rutherford of Florida has called for the selection of a consensus candidate for Speaker of the House. Rutherford made this call after two rounds of floor votes, which saw increasing opposition to Representative Jim Jordan.In a statement released yesterday, Congressman Rutherford highlighted the need for a new approach in selecting the Speaker. He stated, "The hardball tactics haven't worked. If we move to a third round, we already know the opposition is on track to grow. It's time for Rep. Jordan to understand this race is over."...