In a recent opinion column published by El Universo, Senator Marco Rubio highlighted the urgent need for the United States to support Ecuador in its fight against narcoterrorism and update the extradition treaty between the two countries. Rubio began by drawing attention to the recent wave of violence and instability in Ecuador, referencing the attack on TC Televisión, the escape of a notorious criminal, and the murder of a prosecutor. He emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, "The Ecuadorian people are seeking refuge in their homes while Ecuadorian soldiers...
The City of Jacksonville is taking precautions as the National Weather Service forecasts dangerously cold temperatures in Northeast Florida. With wind chills making it feel like the teens and 20s, a Freeze/Hard Freeze Warning and Wind Chill Advisory are in effect. In response, the Emergency Preparedness Division has activated its Phase 3 Cold Weather Emergency Plan.To provide relief to residents without adequate heat, the City of Jacksonville Warming Center will be open overnight from 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 20, 2024, to 11 a.m. on Sunday, January 21, 2024. The center...
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and a group of bipartisan colleagues have introduced a bill aimed at closing a loophole in federal law that allows repeat child exploitation offenders to receive lighter sentences if sentenced under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). The bill, known as the Parity for Recidivist Child Exploitation Offenders Act, seeks to ensure that offenders sentenced under the UCMJ are subject to the same penalties as those sentenced under state and federal law.Rubio, a Republican from Florida, emphasized the importance of closing this loophole,...
Senator Rick Scott has joined Senator Ted Cruz in filing a Supreme Court amicus brief in support of former President Donald Trump's appeal of Colorado ballot disqualification. The case, Donald J. Trump v. Norma Anderson, et al., centers around whether Trump should remain on the ballot in the State of Colorado, despite a ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court to remove him. The senators argue that the Colorado Supreme Court's decision undermines the prerogatives of members of Congress. They believe that the court went beyond its constitutional boundaries and adopted an...
Senators Rick Scott and Jon Ossoff have initiated a bipartisan inquiry into the wait times for community care appointments at VA hospitals. In a letter addressed to Veteran Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough, the senators expressed their concern over the delays in scheduling and receiving healthcare for eligible veterans. The letter was also signed by Senators John Cornyn, Reverend Raphael Warnock, Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz, Ted Budd, and Shelley Moore Capito.The senators emphasized the importance of providing timely and quality healthcare to veterans who have earned it. They...
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio's office has announced that they will be hosting Mobile Office Hours next week to assist constituents with federal casework issues. These office hours will be available both in-person and virtually, providing a convenient way for constituents to receive federal casework assistance.On Tuesday, January 23, in-person Mobile Office Hours will be held in Manatee County and Sarasota County. In Manatee County, the office hours will take place from 10:00am to 11:30am EST at the Braden River Library, located at 4951 53rd Ave. E. in Bradenton, FL. In...
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently appeared on TV stations in Florida to discuss pressing issues such as the migration crisis at the southern border and government spending deals. Rubio expressed his concerns about the escalating number of illegal border crossings since President Joe Biden took office, emphasizing the need for stricter border control.Rubio stated, "It’s the number one issue we have. In December, we had 300,000 people just walk into the country illegally. Since Joe Biden has been president, the number is close to seven million people. We don’t know...
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has called on the United States to stand with Ecuador in its fight against narco-terrorists. In an op-ed published in The Hill, Rubio highlighted the deteriorating situation in Ecuador, with increasing violence and instability.Rubio expressed concern over the recent events in Ecuador, stating, "Things aren't looking good. As I write, four police officers have been kidnapped, two have been killed, the lawyer prosecuting TC Television's invaders has been assassinated, dozens of prisoners have escaped from their cells, and the people of...