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Sens. Rick Scott & Roger Wicker Lead SASC Republicans in Demanding Accountability for Department of Defense Chain of Command Crisis

By Duval Times | Jan 10, 2024

In a letter addressed to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, Senators Rick Scott and Roger Wicker, along with 10 other members of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), are demanding accountability for the breakdown in communications within the Department of Defense (DoD) during Secretary Austin's recent incapacitation. The senators expressed their concern that the actions taken by the secretary are in violation of the law and pose a threat to the continuity of government and national security.The letter, signed by Senators Deb Fischer, Tom Cotton, Mike Rounds, Joni...

Sen. Rick Scott Writes to FDA Reiterating Concerns for Baby Formula Shortage & Urging Accountability

By Duval Times | Jan 10, 2024

In a letter addressed to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Robert Califf, Senator Rick Scott expressed his concerns regarding the urgent shortage of baby formula that has been affecting mothers and families. The letter comes after the FDA and Reckitt Benckiser's Mead Johnson Nutrition announced a voluntary recall of their hypoallergenic baby formula due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport.The recall, which affects over 675,000 cans of baby formula under the Enfamil and Nutramigen brands, has raised concerns about the availability of safe and...

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White students made up 31.3% of Duval County's only school district enrollment in 2022-23 school year

By Duval Times | Jan 9, 2024

In Duval County's only school district, 31.3% of students enrolled identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

Senators Express Loss-of-Confidence in Secretary Mayorkas' Ability to Secure the Southern Border

By Duval Times | Jan 9, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Rick Scott and Roger Marshall, along with their colleagues, have voiced their lack of confidence in Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. They have requested unanimous consent on a resolution that expresses the sense of the Senate and the American people that Secretary Mayorkas is incapable of faithfully carrying out the duties of his office.The resolution highlights Secretary Mayorkas' failure to secure the U.S. southern border, which has resulted in the entry of millions of illegal aliens into the country. This includes a...

Sen. Rick Scott Urges VA to Standardize Service Animal Rules Across All Veterans Hospitals

By Duval Times | Jan 9, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator Rick Scott has called on Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough to establish consistent rules across all Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities regarding service animal access. This comes after Senator Scott's recent Senate Special Committee on Aging field hearing in Tampa, Florida, where he discussed the challenges faced by veterans. It was brought to his attention during the hearing that different VA hospitals have varying rules that impact veterans' ability to receive proper treatment.During the field hearing, representatives from the Blinded...

HUD Officials Visit Slum-like Properties After Rubio Urges Oversight

By Duval Times | Jan 8, 2024

Officials from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently conducted an inspection of Glorieta Gardens in Opa-locka, Florida, following persistent calls for oversight from U.S. Senator Marco Rubio. The Section 8 housing property has long been plagued by deplorable living conditions, including mold, pests, rodents, sewage, and flooding.Senator Rubio, who has been raising concerns about Glorieta Gardens since 2018, expressed his hopes for improved accountability and living standards for the residents. He stated, "For years, the residents at Glorieta...

Black students made up 41.3% of Duval County's only school district enrollment in 2022-23 school year

By Duval Times | Jan 8, 2024

There were 53,579 Black students enrolled in Duval County's only school district in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

Sen. Rick Scott Announces Salary Donation to Navy SEAL Foundation

By Duval Times | Jan 8, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott and his wife, Mrs. Ann Scott, have announced their intention to donate a portion of Senator Scott's Senate salary to the Navy SEAL Foundation. The Navy SEAL Foundation is an organization that provides crucial support to warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare.Senator Scott has been donating his Senate salary since taking office in 2019. In a statement, Senator Scott expressed his pride in supporting an organization whose mission holds great significance for both him and his wife, stating, "Ann and I are proud to...

U.S. Steel Sale Raises Concerns for National Security, Says Senator Marco Rubio

By Duval Times | Jan 8, 2024

In a recent opinion piece published in Newsweek, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) expressed his concerns over the sale of U.S. Steel and its potential impact on national security. Alongside Senators J. D. Vance (R-Ohio) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Rubio has called on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to block the acquisition.Rubio emphasizes that the sale of U.S. Steel is not just a symbolic representation of America's deindustrialization but also poses a real threat to the country's long-term economic and national security. He responds to...

City Offices and Facilities Closed for Severe Weather on Tuesday, January 9

By Duval Times | Jan 8, 2024

City of Jacksonville government offices, City Council meetings, and City parks and recreation facilities will be closed to the public on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, due to an impending storm system. In addition, Duval County Public Schools and facilities will also be closed, with all after-school activities canceled on the same day."There is no local state of emergency at this time. All residents are encouraged to stay weather-aware and be prepared to receive critical severe weather alerts and notifications," said an official statement from the City of Jacksonville....

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Sens. Rick Scott & Roger Wicker Lead SASC Republicans in Demanding Accountability for Department of Defense Chain of Command Crisis

Sen. Rick Scott Writes to FDA Reiterating Concerns for Baby Formula Shortage & Urging Accountability

White students made up 31.3% of Duval County's only school district enrollment in 2022-23 school year

Senators Express Loss-of-Confidence in Secretary Mayorkas' Ability to Secure the Southern Border

Sen. Rick Scott Urges VA to Standardize Service Animal Rules Across All Veterans Hospitals

HUD Officials Visit Slum-like Properties After Rubio Urges Oversight

Black students made up 41.3% of Duval County's only school district enrollment in 2022-23 school year

Sen. Rick Scott Announces Salary Donation to Navy SEAL Foundation

U.S. Steel Sale Raises Concerns for National Security, Says Senator Marco Rubio

City Offices and Facilities Closed for Severe Weather on Tuesday, January 9

On Saturday, January 6, former Miami Beach Senior High School standout Lucas Gibb’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

Sickles High School standout Bryce Workman’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Saturday, January 6

Max Hrdlicka, former Glynn Academy standout, played on Saturday, January 6 in NCAA D1 game

South Walton High School standout Carson Brown’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Saturday, January 6

Ametri Moss, former Northwest High School standout, played on Saturday, January 6 in NCAA D1 game

Jah Nze, former Hagerty High School standout, played on Saturday, January 6 in NCAA D1 game

On Saturday, January 6, Simeon Career Academy High School standout Jalen Griffith competed in NCAA D1 game

On Saturday, January 6, former Miami Country Day School standout Jasai Miles’ college team won in an NCAA D1 game

Gyasi Powell, former Bishop John J. Snyder High School standout, played on Saturday, January 6 in NCAA D1 game

On Saturday, January 6, A.c. Flora High School standout Robert McCray V competed in NCAA D1 game

Scott & Harris push two-step plan for border security & tax cuts

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