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Florida Politics: Darren Soto promises to fight any effort to redistrict Florida before the Midterms
This article was written by Jacob Ogles and published by Florida Politics on July 29, 2025
U.S. Rep. Darren Soto joined with other House Democrats in sounding alarms on a potential redraw of Florida’s congressional map.
CNN: Florida lawmakers allowed into ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ say detainees packed into cages
This article was written by Alaa Elassar and Rafael Romo and published by CNN on July 13, 2025
Orlando Sentinel: Florida lawmakers who were denied access to Alligator Alcatraz file lawsuit
This article was written by Florida News Service and Angie DiMichelle and published by the Orlando Sentinel on July 11, 2025
**Correction:** The article states that Osceola County received $850,000 in federal funding. To clarify, the county received two separate $850,000 checks—one for the Whitted neighborhood project and another for Marigold Avenue improvements.
Positively Osceola: Osceola County Secures $850,000 in Federal Funding for Key Infrastructure Projects
The Osceola News Gazette: Toho Water receives EPA loan to expand treatment facilities
This article was written by Ken Jackson and published by The Osceola News Gazette on August 13, 2024
Orlando Business Journal: Lynx scores millions in federal transportation dollars. Here's what it will be used for.
This article was written by Ryan Lynch and published by the Orlando Business Journal on July 23, 2024
Central Florida Public Media: Federal funds slated to reduce East Orlando flooding risk
This article was written by Molly Duerig and published by Central Florida Public Media on June 24, 2024
It’s a tale of two sessions. The contrasts are stark. In the 117th Congress, House Democrats led one of the most productive sessions in over 50 years. Now, the 118th Congress led by the Republican majority is the least productive in over 50 years. This contrast is rooted in dysfunction, as extreme MAGA Republicans have been unwilling to compromise for the good of the nation.
As Congress returned to Washington, D.C., after a productive August District Work Period, America’s economy continues to move forward at a steady pace. Unemployment is near record lows, inflation is down to nearly 3% — the lowest among G-7 countries — and job creation remains strong.