Ashley Moody

Sen. Lindsey Graham died after a 'brief and sudden illness,' prompting tributes from lawmakers and others. Florida legislators and national political figures expressed condolences, highlighting his decades of public service and commitment to national security.

South Florida’s Haitian community held a rally in Miami to advocate for legislative measures protecting Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients after a Supreme Court ruling allowed the Trump administration to revoke TPS for Haitians and Syrians. Rallygoers emphasized the economic impact of revoking TPS and urged support for a bipartisan Senate bill to extend protections through 2029.

Faith leaders in Tallahassee, including Rev. R.B. Holmes Jr. of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, are urging Florida politicians to support legislation protecting Haitian families under temporary protected status from deportation. They presented a five-part plan to make immigration a campaign issue, targeting U.S. Sens. Rick Scott and Ashley Moody, following a Supreme Court ruling allowing the Trump administration to end removal protections for Haitians.

U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn is part of a group of nine Republican senators launching a new Senate Anti-Fraud Task Force to examine fraud, waste, and abuse in federal programs. The task force aims to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen government accountability, according to Blackburn's office.

Florida Senator Ashley Moody introduced the Servicemember Residence Protection Act to prevent squatters from claiming rights to properties owned by U.S. military service members. The bill aims to block state and local squatters' protections for military-owned homes, addressing cases like the 2025 Polk County incident where squatters allegedly damaged an Air Force member's property.

Florida Republicans criticized the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold Mississippi's law allowing mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day and received within five days. They argued it undermines election integrity and emphasized urgency to pass the SAVE America Act, which would require voter photo ID and proof of citizenship. Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried supported the ruling, calling it a win for voting rights.

Florida Republicans at the GOP summit used the election of Democratic Socialists of America members in New York and other states to rally their base ahead of the 2026 midterms. Speakers including Kat Cammack, Ashley Moody, and Blaise Ingoglia labeled Democrats as 'Communists,' 'anarchist psychos,' and 'bat shit crazy,' warning of a perceived socialist threat to American values.

Florida Republicans gathered at the Hard Rock Casino for the annual Sunshine State Showdown, expressing confidence ahead of upcoming elections. Multiple candidates, including Byron Donalds endorsed by President Donald Trump, and high-profile figures like Attorney General James Uthmeier and U.S. Senators Ashley Moody and Rick Scott, participated. The event included debates among congressional candidates in District 25 and featured criticism between contenders.

Angie Nixon has accepted invitations to debate Alex Vindman in two summer debates for the Democratic U.S. Senate primary in Florida. Vindman's campaign has not confirmed participation, emphasizing his focus on grassroots outreach. The primary winner will face Republican incumbent Ashley Moody in November.

Senator Ashley Moody was awarded for constituent service by the Congressional Management Foundation. The award, part of the Democracy Awards, recognized her office's assistance to nearly 9,000 Floridians, including veterans, with other recipients including Adam Schiff and others.

Florida's attorneys general have not intervened in recent utility rate cases despite significant increases by Florida Power & Light and other utilities. In contrast, attorneys general in Arizona, Michigan, and North Carolina have taken action to challenge rate hikes. Florida's Public Service Commission, tasked with regulating utilities, has faced criticism for being ineffective in controlling rising energy costs.

Florida U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody called on the Tampa Sports Authority to cancel Kanye West's June concerts at Raymond James Stadium, citing his history of antisemitic comments. The TSA denied using taxpayer funds for the shows and defended the event as a free-speech issue.

Republican senators expressed support for a Homeland Security proposal to withdraw Customs and Border Protection officers from airports in jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The plan faces opposition from Democrats and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who warn it would disrupt international travel and harm the economy.

Ashley Moody, Florida’s junior U.S. senator, supported an amendment to block payments from a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund to Jan. 6 rioters who assaulted police. The amendment, sponsored by Chris Coons, received 54 votes but fell short of ending a filibuster. Moody’s vote marked a rare departure from the Trump administration’s stance on the issue.

President Donald Trump has nominated acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to lead the Department of Justice permanently. Blanche, who has represented Trump in legal cases, faces opposition from Democrats who criticize his loyalty to the president, while Republicans are expected to support his nomination. Controversy surrounds a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund established through a settlement in Trump's IRS lawsuit.

President Donald Trump will nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, his former personal lawyer, to lead the Department of Justice permanently. Blanche has led the department since former Attorney General Pam Bondi exited in early April, and the nomination faces opposition from Democrats who criticize his loyalty to Trump, while Republicans are expected to support him.

President Donald Trump has nominated acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to lead the Department of Justice permanently, citing quick confirmation. Blanche, who has represented Trump in legal cases and led the department since April, faces opposition from Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, who criticize his loyalty to Trump. A controversial $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund established by the Department of Justice has drawn bipartisan criticism, with concerns it may provide reparations to pardoned Jan. 6 defendants.

Florida has received $1.5 billion in FEMA reimbursements for hurricane recovery projects, including debris removal, power restoration, and infrastructure repairs. The funds will support over 500 projects across the state, with specific allocations to Sarasota County, Tallahassee, Dunedin, Brevard County, and Madeira Beach.

In Florida's upcoming Senate race, Democrat Alexander Vindman is challenging Trump-loyal incumbent Ashley Moody. Recent polls indicate the race is competitive.

A poll of 500 Florida Hispanic voters shows 20% of those who voted for Trump in 2024 would not do so again, with 51% disapproving of his performance. Republican candidates lead in the gubernatorial and Senate races, but concerns about congressional oversight are high. National comparisons highlight Florida's unique Republican support among Latino voters.

Florida Senator Ashley Moody has introduced multiple anti-fraud bills targeting Medicaid, healthcare, and student aid fraud, aiming to recover billions in stolen federal funds. Vice President JD Vance is leading a White House initiative to combat fraud, with Moody's legislation supporting these efforts.

A bipartisan group of senators, including Ashley Moody (R-Fla.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), introduced the 'No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026' to prevent fraudsters from using fake identities to obtain federal student aid. The bill aims to enhance identity verification and oversight to protect taxpayer funds, aligning with the U.S. Department of Education's recent real-time fraud detection system for FAFSA applications.

Senators Ashley Moody (R-Fla.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) introduced the 'No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026' to combat fraud by individuals using stolen identities to claim federal student aid. The bill aims to implement identity verification and fraud detection systems to prevent 'ghost students' from siphoning taxpayer funds, aligning with recent Trump administration efforts to crack down on student aid fraud.