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    Stepmother of Hamas Hostage to Attend The State of the Union as Honored Guest

    Ms. Gillian Kaye, the stepmother of Sagui Dekel-Chen, a dual American and Israeli citizen kidnapped by Hamas, will be in attendance at the 2024 State of the Union as a distinguished guest of U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla). Rep. Steube expressed his gratitude for Ms. Kaye's acceptance of the invitation, highlighting the importance of her presence in keeping national and international attention on bringing every single hostage home.In response, Ms. Kaye expressed her appreciation for Rep. Steube's efforts in keeping the issue of hostages and their captivity in Gaza...

  • Local Government

    U.S. Rep. Steube Highlights Veteran History Project Interview Featuring U.S. Army National Guard Veteran

    U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has announced a new interview in the Veterans History Project Series, showcasing the military career of United States Army National Guard veteran Dan O’Leary. Representative Steube praised O'Leary's dedication, stating, “In the words of Dan O’Leary, ‘freedom isn’t free.’ His steadfast dedication to serving all Americans exemplifies true patriotism. We salute you, Dan, for your sacrifice and duty. Thank you for sharing your testimony of service.”Reflecting on his service, Dan O’Leary emphasized the importance of recognizing the cost...

  • Local Government

    MediaRep. Greg Steube Demands Information from DHS on Illegal Immigrant Arrested for...

    U.S. Representative Greg Steube of Florida has taken a strong stance in demanding accountability from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding the recent arrest of Santo Felix Cruz-Ramos, a 25-year-old illegal immigrant from Honduras. Following Cruz-Ramos' arrest on charges of sexual battery in Englewood, Florida, Rep. Steube sent a letter to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, seeking detailed information on the case.In his letter, Rep. Steube expressed concern over the Biden administration's immigration policies, stating, "Thanks to Joe Biden and Alejandro...

  • Local Government

    Media Rep. Greg Steube Seeks 2024 Nominations for Florida MVP Program

    SARASOTA — U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has announced that he is seeking nominations for Florida's MVP Program in 2024. The purpose of this award is to recognize the unsung heroes across the district who display extraordinary dedication to making a difference in the community.“Our friends and neighbors give so much back to our community and often, these heroes are never properly recognized. I look forward to accepting 2024 nominations for Florida’s MVP program to recognize the individuals who exemplify values-driven leadership, service towards others, and...

  • Local Government

    MediaSteube and Tuberville Introduce Legislation to Prohibit Men from Competing in USA...

    U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) and Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) have introduced legislation to prohibit men from competing in athletic events intended for females. The legislation, called The Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act, aims to combat USA Boxing's 2024 transgender policy that allows men to compete against women.In a statement, Representative Steube expressed his concern over the illogical USA Boxing transgender policy and the erasure of women's sports. He stated, "Congress should not have to take legislative action to prevent...

  • Local Government

    U.S. House Passes Legislation for Disaster Tax Relief

    The U.S. House of Representatives has passed The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, a bipartisan package that includes legislation sponsored by Rep. Greg Steube (R-Fla.), called The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act. This legislation aims to provide tax relief for Americans who have been affected by recent hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and other disasters.In particular, Rep. Steube's legislation focuses on providing much-needed disaster tax relief for victims of recent hurricanes, including those financially impacted by Hurricane Ian. Rep. Steube stated,...

  • Local Government

    MediaSteube, Titus Lead 21 Colleagues in Bipartisan Letter to NIH Demanding Accountability for Animal Testing

    U.S. Representatives Greg Steube (R-Fla.) and Dina Titus (D-Nev.) are spearheading a bipartisan effort to demand accountability from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) regarding taxpayer-funded experimentation on dogs and cats. In a letter addressed to NIH Director Monica Bertagnolli, Steube and Titus, along with 21 of their colleagues, are seeking information and urging the NIH to support alternatives to harmful animal testing.The issue of animal testing has garnered bipartisan support, with both Republicans and Democrats expressing their concerns. "On both sides of...

  • Local Government

    MediaSteube, Rubio and Colleagues Introduce the Safeguarding Charity Act

    WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has introduced the Safeguarding Charity Act, a legislation aimed at protecting the independence of tax-exempt organizations in the United States. The act clarifies that tax-exempt organizations should not be considered recipients of federal financial assistance, thus shielding them from burdensome federal regulations.The introduction of this act comes in response to recent radical judicial decisions that have targeted religious schools, causing concern about the potential implications for other tax-exempt...

  • Health

    Pensacola doctor: 'If you treat your sinuses with antibiotics for every sinus infection, you can develop antibiotic resistance’

    Antibiotics are frequently prescribed to address sinusitis, but excessive usage may pose significant risks to a patient's well-being. Dr. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free said that excessive usage of antibiotics can cause patients to develop antibiotic resistance.

  • Local Government

    U.S. Rep. Greg Steube Announces Veteran History Project Interview Featuring U.S. Army Veteran Phillip Stotz

    U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has announced a new interview in the Veterans History Project series, featuring United States Army veteran Phillip Stotz of Venice, Florida. The project aims to highlight the accomplishments and military careers of veterans from Florida's 17th District.In a statement, Rep. Steube expressed his gratitude to Stotz for sharing his story of being drafted into the Vietnam War. He emphasized the importance of recognizing the contributions and experiences of veterans, stating, "So many of our country's veterans didn't ever plan on...

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