Debt Ceiling
Gov. Scott On Debt Debate: “Impact Will Be Minimal”
Governor Rick Scott has weighed in with his thoughts on the federal debt ceiling. Scott is in favor of letting the U.S. default instead of raising the debt ceiling.
West Ready To “Drive The Car” To Support Boehner
As the debt debate continues to expose cracks in the foundation of support for both parties, Republicans gathered behind closed-doors to try to create a sense of unity.
S. Florida Professor Explains Trickle Down Effect Of Debt Debate
After daily meetings with congressional members, the President turned to the American people with some tough talk about the debt debate.
Congressman West Articulates GOP Plans
The Republican Party took center stage on CBS Tuesday morning to discuss their plans for budget and other areas of American life. The town hall style meeting featured Florida Congressman Allen West, South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan, and Oklahoma Senator Tom Coburn.
Medicare Reform May Be Shelved
South Florida’s seniors may be able to breathe a slight sigh of relief Thursday after senior Republicans in Washington said a controversial plan to overhaul Medicare and Social Security is likely off the table, according to the Washington Post.
Rubio Vows No Debt Ceiling Increase
Freshman Florida U.S. Senator Marco Rubio put himself in the company of just a few other senators Wednesday when he announced he would not vote to raise the U.S. national debt limit next month.
Rubio Set To Halt Senate Business Over Debt
Freshman Florida U.S. Senator Marco Rubio rode to victory on the back of the tea party, and in a new plan Thursday; he joined with tea party senators to effectively bring the business of the Senate and the federal government to a halt.






