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Born and raised in Panama City, Florida, Jon grew up in a hardworking family where faith, discipline, and personal responsibility were part of everyday life. One of four boys, he spent summers working alongside his father in the family irrigation business, learning early lessons about responsibility, perseverance, and leadership. From a young age, Jon set a goal of becoming the first person in his family to earn a college degree. Athletics helped create that opportunity. After excelling in football and basketball, he earned a basketball scholarship to Palm Beach Atlantic University, where he became a team captain and earned All-American honors. His time at Palm Beach Atlantic University helped shape both his personal and professional future. In addition to developing leadership skills through athletics, it was there that Jon met his wife, Kristi. After graduation, the two chose to build their careers, raise their family, and establish deep roots in northern Palm Beach County. Jon is a 20+ year resident of Palm Beach County. Over those years, he became involved in local organizations and community leadership initiatives focused on service and civic engagement. As a financial planner, Jon spent years helping individuals and families prepare for the future and navigate important financial decisions. His professional background gave him firsthand experience working with families, business owners, and residents planning for long-term stability and economic security. That experience continues to shape the practical, business-minded perspective Jon brings to public service today. As a husband and father, Jon also believes strong communities begin with strong families. He continues to support efforts that encourage personal responsibility, civic engagement, leadership development, and opportunities for the next generation to succeed. Today, Jon remains active throughout Palm Beach County, continuing conversations with residents across Florida House District 87 about the future of local communities and families.

Dave Meltzer continues to be one of the most successful and popular journalists in professional wrestling and in Mixed Martial Arts. He is best known for as the publisher and editor of The Wrestling Observer, a position he has held since 1983. Meltzer is also a regular contributor to the wrestling Observer/Figure Four Online audio podcasts. A pioneer in MMA coverage since UFC 1, Meltzer currently serves as a MMA Senior Writer for SB Nation. His tributes to professional wrestling legends, annual readers' awards, and in-depth business review are among his most popular features. Meltzer was the first reporter of the modern era to cover pro wrestling for a major national publication when working for short-lived National Sports Daily newspaper through its entire existence from 1989 to 1991, and while with Yahoo Sports, was part of the team that was the first major mainstream outlet to cover MMA on a daily basis. Frank Deford, editor of the newspaper, followed Meltzer's career since that period and wrote in 2007 the he considers Meltzer the best sports reporter in the country.

Evan Power has been serving as the Chair of the Republican Party of Florida since January 2024 and is a member of the Republican National Committee. Before this role, he chaired the Leon County Republican Party and was the Vice Chair of the Republican Party of Florida. Evan’s political journey began after he graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Finance. He worked for Florida Representative Marco Rubio and became actively involved in the Leon County Republican Party. Despite the county’s Democratic lean, he led the local party to notable victories, including Corey Simon’s historic win for a state Senate seat that had not been held by Republicans since Reconstruction. Evan is a three-time delegate to the Republican National Convention and has twice been elected to serve on the Convention’s Rules and Order Committee. Within the Republican National Committee, Evan currently serves on the Rules, Election Integrity and Presidential Nomination Process committees. In January 2024, Evan was elected Chair of the Republican Party of Florida, receiving endorsements from prominent Republican figures such as Governor Ron DeSantis, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, Congressman Matt Gaetz, and former state party chairs Blaise Ingoglia and Joe Gruters. He lives in Tallahassee with his wife, Melissa, their son Emerson, and daughter Evelyn.

Olha Stefanishyna served as the Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States: Tenure: August 2025 – August 2026 (succeeding Oksana Markarova). Previous Roles: Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration and Minister of Justice of Ukraine. Departure: She stepped down for personal reasons in August 2026, stating that the decision was her own.

Carmen Edmonds was born and raised in the Midwest and moved to Tampa in 2019 with her husband.  She worked in healthcare for 20 years as a Physical Therapist Assistant focusing on outpatient rehab and sports performance.  She has been politically active since graduating college and her first presidential election she voted in was the Bush vs. Gore “hanging chad” incident.  Seeing how important every vote truly is spurred her on to staying engaged and involved in local politics.  Mobilizing and training grassroots volunteers is something she feels is important and necessary to help local candidates win elections.  Since moving to Tampa, Carmen has been involved in the Hillsborough GOP since May of 2021.  She has volunteered for the Trump campaign, the DeSantis campaign, was the Area Leaders coordinator for the Precinct Development Committee and then became chair of the Precinct Development Committee.  During this time, she has helped with training and curriculum development to help local precinct committeemen and women become successful in reaching out to their voters. 

Senator Ashley Moody was sworn into the United States Senate on January 21, 2025, after being appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis. Ashley Moody is a fifth-generation Floridian, born and raised in Plant City, Florida. She attended the University of Florida, where she earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting, as well as her law degree. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Laws in International Law from Stetson University College of Law. Senator Moody began her career at the law firm Holland & Knight, where she practiced commercial litigation. In her spare time, she volunteered to assist domestic violence victims seeking protection in court. She later joined the United States Attorney’s Office, where she prosecuted drug, firearm, and fraud offenses. In 2006, at the age of thirty-one, Senator Moody became the youngest judge in Florida when she was elected as Circuit Court Judge of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit in Hillsborough County. From 2019 to 2025, Senator Moody served as Florida’s 38th Attorney General. During her tenure, she was recognized as a national leader and served as a Commissioner on the Presidential Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice during the first Trump administration. She also chaired Florida’s Statewide Council on Human Trafficking, led efforts against the harmful open-border policies of the Biden administration, supported and recruited law enforcement officers to protect Floridians, worked to defend children against invasive and addictive Big Tech policies, fought Big Pharma and was awarded billions of dollars for Florida through historic opioid litigation and protected Florida consumers against deceptive trade practices. As a United States Senator, Moody is focused on supporting President Trump’s agenda, securing the border, standing up for the rule of law, and continuing her work to ensure that Florida remains safe and prosperous for years to come. Senator Moody and her husband, Justin, a career law enforcement officer, have two sons, Brandon and Connor.

U.S. Representative Randy Fine was sworn in as a Member of the United States House of Representatives by the Speaker of the House on April 2, 2025. The Honorable Randy Fine was elected to serve as representative of the 6th Congressional District of Florida. Representative Randy Fine was added to the rolls of the House upon executing the oath of office.

Sydney Gruters, a working mother of three and wife of RNC chairman Joe Gruters, recently served as Vice President of Advancement and Executive Director of the New College Foundation. She previously worked for Congressman Greg Steube as District Director following his election in 2018. A native Floridian, she was appointed by President Donald Trump in 2017 as State Director for Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development. She also spent more than a decade working in Washington, D.C., and Manatee County for Congressman Vern Buchanan.

About Services Issues & Legislation Press Room Contact   facebook youtube instagram searchSubmit   Biography Byron Donalds grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and he is also the proud son of a hardworking and loving single mother. His mother dedicated her time instilling in him that greatness requires sacrifice, which drives him as a devoted family man and United States Congressman. Byron is a graduate of Florida State University and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance and marketing. Byron's career led him to Southwest Florida, where he worked in the banking, finance, and insurance industries. Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2016, Byron represented Hendry County and east Collier County in the State Capitol. During his tenure in the Florida House, Byron served as the PreK-12 Quality Subcommittee Chair during the 2018-2019 Legislative Session and served as the Insurance & Banking Subcommittee's Chairman 2019-2020 Legislative Session. While serving in the Florida House, primarily focused on elder affairs, criminal justice reform, and ensuring that each child has access to a world-class education. Byron is committed to serving and giving back to the community that gave him so much. He has served Southwest Florida in many ways, including previously serving on the Board of Trustees for Florida Southwestern State College after being appointed by then-Governor Rick Scott. Byron continues to volunteer in his church as a youth leader and a mentor. He also enjoys volunteering as a coach in youth football and basketball leagues. Congressman Byron Donalds lives in Naples, Florida, with his wife, Erika, and their three sons: Damon, Darin, and Mason. Byron has spent his entire adult life serving others, whether it be through volunteering, business, or leadership. He is committed to representing Florida's 19th Congressional District's conservative values in Washington DC to ensure a stronger Florida and a stronger nation.

https://www.georgiasoccer.org/ Georgia Soccer is the authorized state youth and adult association for Georgia within the United States Adult Soccer Association, United States Youth Soccer Association, and through them is part of the United States Soccer Federation (USSF). Also, Georgia Soccer serves as the official National State Association of USSF. In turn, the United States Soccer Federation is the recognized national soccer association within the Federation International de Football Association (FIFA), the worldwide governing body for soccer. Essentially, we serve affiliated member organizations throughout Georgia in both program and administrative support activities.

Miami is one of the world’s most international cities, where cultures from across Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, and beyond come together to create a vibrant and dynamic community. Set between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay, the city is known for its iconic beaches, diverse neighborhoods, thriving arts scene, and global sporting events. Neighborhoods such as Little Havana, Wynwood, Coconut Grove, and Brickell each contribute to Miami’s distinctive character and passion for sport. Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Stadium, during FIFA World Cup 2026™) has hosted some of the world’s biggest sporting events and will welcome fans from around the globe during the tournament. As a Host City for the FIFA World Cup 26™, Miami welcomes the world with its signature passion, diversity, and celebration of the beautiful game.

Hayley Thomas serves as Executive Assistant and Operations Manager for Black Flag International, overseeing the organization, logistics, and executive support that keeps our protective services sharp and mission-ready. Before Black Flag, she spent 7.5 years in the U.S. Navy as a Master-at-Arms and Narcotics Detection Military Working Dog Handler, operating in environments where precision, control, and standards weren’t optional.

Rick Scott was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2018 and is currently serving his second term representing the state of Florida. Prior to his election to the U.S. Senate, Rick Scott served two terms as the 45th Governor of Florida, working every day to turn around Florida’s economy and secure the state’s future as the best place for families and businesses to succeed. Rick Scott grew up in public housing in the Midwest as his adoptive father, a World War II veteran and truck driver, and his mother, a store clerk, struggled to financially support their family. After marrying his high school sweetheart, Anne, Rick Scott joined the Navy, where he served active duty as a radar man aboard the USS Glover. He used the G.I. Bill to attend the University of Missouri, Kansas City, and eventually opened his first business – a donut shop. Rick Scott went on to run the world’s largest healthcare company and continues to fight every day so families across the state can have the same opportunities he had to live the American dream. Rick Scott knows firsthand that a good paying job is one of the most important things for a family, and following Florida’s economic collapse in 2009, he made the decision to run for governor as a businessman with no political experience. During his term as Governor, he successfully championed more than $10 billion in tax cuts and cut thousands of burdensome regulations that led Florida businesses to create nearly 1.7 million new jobs. Under his leadership, the unemployment rate dropped from 11 percent to 3.3 percent, Florida paid down $10 billion in state debt, and record investments were made in what matters most to Floridians – education, the environment, and public safety. Rick Scott and his wife, Anne, have been married for over 50 years and have two daughters, Allison and Jordan, six grandsons, Auguste, Quinton, Sebastian, Eli, Louie and Jude, and one granddaughter, Zelda Ann.

Fearless & Fabulous was born from a place of strength and healing. Founded by Ashley Sweder—an advocate, mother, and survivor—this community is built on a foundation of empowerment and support. From overcoming personal battles to advocating for change, Ashley’s life has been a testament to the power of resilience and self-love. Today, her journey continues as she inspires others to reclaim their strength and live fabulously.

Kristen A. Ullman is the president of Eagle Forum. Kris served as Executive Director of Eagle Forum’s D.C. office from 1995-1998. She has served on the Eagle Forum Board of Directors since 2017. Kris is a graduate of Virginia Tech and earned her law degree from The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law. Upon completing her studies, she worked as a Program Instructor with The Close Up Foundation before joining Eagle Forum in 1994. After Eagle Forum, Kris served as Legislative Director for Senator John D. Ashcroft (R-MO) and as Deputy Associate Attorney General in the Office of Legal Policy in the U.S. Department of Justice. Kris left outside employment to be a fulltime homemaker and the mother of three children who are now young adults.  During this time, she served in numerous ways with her children’s schools and in Community Bible Study where she served as Associate Teaching Director for the Alexandria, VA class.  Kris has been a regular conservative debater for The Close Up Foundation for over 25 years where she participates in Domestic Issues Debates for high school students. She formerly appeared as a regular commentator on the Thom Hartmann Show on RT-TV. She and her husband, Chris, live in Alexandria, VA.

Jacqueline Siegel (née Mallery; born January 19, 1966) is an American socialite, model, actress, and beauty pageant director. She is one of the main subjects of the 2012 documentary film The Queen of Versailles, directed by Lauren Greenfield, its sequel series, Queen of Versailles Reigns Again, and the 2024 stage musical The Queen of Versailles with Kristin Chenoweth originating the role of Jackie.

The River City Wrestling Con (RCWC) is a Minority Owned and Family Operated Premiere Sports and Entertainment Celebration for all ages. Each event features live interactive experiences including Wrestling Matches, Q&A Panels, and Celebrity Meet & Greets. ​ Through the years, RCWC experienced such strong attendance growth that we will move from our previous venue in Jacksonville, Florida to the prestigious and spacious World Golf Village in historicSt. Augustine, Florida.  

U.S. Representative Randy Fine was sworn in as a Member of the United States House of Representatives by the Speaker of the House on April 2, 2025. The Honorable Randy Fine was elected to serve as representative of the 6th Congressional District of Florida. Representative Randy Fine was added to the rolls of the House upon executing the oath of office.

Formula One (F1) is the highest class of worldwide racing for open-wheel, single-seater formula racing cars run by Formula One Group and sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA). The FIA Formula One World Championship has been one of the world's premier forms of motorsport since its inaugural running in 1950 and is often considered to be the pinnacle of motorsport. The word formula in the name refers to the set of rules all participant cars must follow. A Formula One season consists of a series of races, known as Grands Prix. Grands Prix take place in multiple countries and continents on either purpose-built circuits or closed roads. A points scoring system is used at Grands Prix to determine two annual World Championships: one for the drivers, and one for the constructors—now synonymous with teams. Each driver must hold a valid Super Licence, the highest class of racing licence the FIA issues, and the races must be held on Grade One tracks, the highest grade rating the FIA issues for circuits. F1 is owned by Liberty Media Corporation, acquired in 2017 for an estimated $8 billion, previously owned by British business magnate Bernie Ecclestone. The new ownership added five Grands Prix to the calendar: Miami, Las Vegas, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Dutch. Formula One cars are the world's fastest regulated road-course racing cars, owing to high cornering speeds achieved by generating large amounts of aerodynamic downforce, most of which is generated by front and rear wings, as well as underbody tunnels. The cars depend on electronics, aerodynamics, suspension, and tyres. Traction control, launch control, automatic shifting, and other electronic driving aids were first banned in 1994. They were briefly reintroduced in 2001 but were banned once more in 2004 and later 2008. With the average annual cost of running a team—e.g., designing, building, and maintaining cars; staff payroll; transport—at approximately £193 million as of 2018 (though the cost cap stands at US$215 million), Formula One's financial and political battles are widely reported. The United Kingdom is the hub of Formula One racing, with six out of the eleven teams based there.

Meet your Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia   Blaise Ingoglia built his reputation by holding government accountable, long before he held public office. Originally from New York, Blaise moved to Spring Hill, Florida, in 1996 with just $1,600 to his name. He soon found success as a mortgage broker and later founded Hartland Homes, a homebuilding company dedicated to helping working families achieve the dream of homeownership. Ingoglia’s interest in public service was sparked in 2007 when he noticed local governments “going wild” spending property tax dollars. That frustration led him to launch Government Gone Wild, a viral video series and public seminar campaign aimed at exposing government waste and out-of-control spending. His YouTube channel has garnered nearly 8 million views, helping to spark a broader national conversation about fiscal responsibility. Over time, Blaise became a respected voice for transparency and common-sense governance, serving in the Florida Senate, representing the 11th district, from 2022 to 2025, and the Florida House of Representatives from 2014 to 2022 in the 35th district, as well as chairman of the Republican Party of Florida from 2015 to 2019. But long before that, he was just a homebuilder with a camcorder, a YouTube channel, and a determination to make sure taxpayer dollars were treated with respect. And yes, fittingly for someone named Blaise, he now serves as Florida’s State Fire Marshal and works every day to support firefighters in their life-saving missions. CFO Blaise Ingoglia’s top priority is making Florida more affordable, with a focus on lowering property taxes and reducing insurance costs for hardworking families.    Chief Financial Officer of the State of Florida Blaise Ingoglia serves as Florida’s Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal, overseeing billions of dollars in taxpayer assets and leading the Florida Department of Financial Services. His role includes managing the state’s finances, rooting out fraud, increasing financial transparency, and supporting first responders across the state. As CFO, Blaise continues his mission to protect taxpayers by shining a light on government inefficiency and promoting smart budgeting practices. He also oversees Florida’s Division of Unclaimed Property, helping reunite residents with lost funds, and leads the Criminal Investigations Division, which fights insurance fraud, arson, and public assistance abuse. Whether working to improve financial literacy, strengthen emergency response systems, or increase efficiency in state spending, CFO Ingoglia brings the same passion, energy, and no-nonsense attitude that first put him on the map. Blaise lives in Spring Hill with his wife, Julie, and their dogs. He is a proud husband, father, entrepreneur, and public servant who believes that good government starts with accountability and a lot of common sense. State Fire Marshal The state's CFO also serves as Florida's State Fire Marshal. The Division of State Fire Marshal provides various fire-related training, education and services throughout the state, from assisting local fire departments by conducting consumer education to training citizens at one of the finest fire-training colleges in the state. Florida Cabinet Member Florida's CFO serves as one of three constitutionally elected state executives of the Florida Cabinet, which comprises the Chief Financial Officer, the Attorney General, and the Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet serve as a board of directors, or agency heads, governing such matters as the purchase of state lands; clemency matters; state bond, trust and fund management; veterans' affairs; state law enforcement administration; tax collection; power plant and transmission line sitings; and financial and insurance regulation for the state of Florida.

Joe Mullins sits down with William Sanchez, founder of the Cultural Awareness Fund, to talk about the growth of the International Festival in Daytona Beach. What started as a small community event in Ormond Beach has now transformed into a massive, two-day cultural experience featuring over 30 nations represented through food, music, dance, and art. 🎨

Dennis Lemma was sworn in as Seminole County’s 10th Sheriff in 2017 and was subsequently re-elected in 2020 and 2024. As the county’s chief law enforcement officer, Sheriff Lemma leads a workforce of more than 1,400 employees and manages an annual budget of nearly $200 million. Sheriff Lemma began his career with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office in 1992 as a correctional officer. He later became a deputy sheriff and, over the course of more than three decades, has served in virtually every position within the agency. During his career, he served as the agency’s primary spokesperson and rose through the ranks of sergeant, lieutenant, captain, major, and chief deputy before being elected Sheriff. Sheriff Lemma has been a leading voice in Florida’s response to the opioid epidemic. In 2019, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody appointed him to serve as Chair Delegate for her Statewide Opioid Working Group, where he worked alongside state leaders, health professionals, and law enforcement partners to identify best practices for reducing opioid misuse, expanding treatment opportunities, and strengthening prevention and enforcement efforts. Sheriff Lemma later continued in this leadership role as Chair Delegate under Attorney General James Uthmeier, helping guide statewide strategies to address the evolving challenges of substance abuse and overdose prevention. In July 2019, Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis selected Sheriff Lemma to chair a statewide drug abuse prevention panel focused on identifying innovative solutions and best practices to combat substance abuse throughout Florida, particularly among youth. Sheriff Lemma has also played a prominent leadership role in national law enforcement organizations. He served on the Board of Directors for the Major County Sheriffs of America and was elected President of the organization, serving from 2022 to 2024. The Major County Sheriffs of America represents the largest sheriff’s offices in the United States and works to advance collaboration, innovation, and professional standards in modern policing. Sheriff Lemma currently serves as President of the Florida Sheriffs Association, the statewide organization representing Florida’s 67 elected sheriffs. In this role, he works closely with sheriffs across the state, legislative leaders, and public safety partners to help shape public safety policy, advance legislative priorities, and strengthen resources for Florida’s law enforcement agencies. His leadership focuses on ensuring that sheriffs have the tools necessary to protect communities, support crime prevention efforts, and address emerging public safety challenges facing the state. In February 2020, Sheriff Lemma was selected to serve on the President’s Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice, representing sheriffs nationwide on the Business and Community Development Committee. That same year, he was appointed to represent Florida sheriffs as a member of the All Sheriffs’ Authority, a national initiative addressing the impacts of mental health and substance abuse on communities and law enforcement agencies. In February 2021, Sheriff Lemma joined the board of directors for the Victoria’s Voice Foundation, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and preventing substance abuse, particularly among teenagers. In March 2021, the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office opened the Hope & Healing Center in partnership with AdventHealth. This innovative collaboration between health care providers and law enforcement offers clinical support and treatment resources for individuals struggling with substance abuse. Sheriff Lemma is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and a graduate of the FBI National Academy. He holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a master’s degree in administrative leadership. Sheriff Lemma and his wife, Diana, have two sons, Dylan and Dayne.

John Koufos leads Cottage Four, LLC, and is a sought-after strategist, consultant, and crisis manager, due to his laser focus on implementation and execution. He is a nationally recognized criminal justice advocate with 20 years of experience building and leading organizations, coalitions, and campaigns. John is a former trial lawyer with deep experience helping organizations optimize secondchance hiring, develop healthcare/health IT and AI verticals, execute business capture strategies, and mitigate risk. He also helps cities, states, and the federal government optimize reentry systems. Worked with multiple Presidential Administrations and Governors. Regular speaker and commentator on criminal justice, healthcare, and workforce issues. Produced Retaining Talent, a second chance hiring documentary. Former Director of Criminal Justice Advocacy at Arnold Ventures. Former National Director of Reentry Initiatives at Right On Crime. Former Executive Director of the New Jersey Reentry Corporation. Named one of New Jersey’s “Top 40 Under 40” by NJBIZ.

Joseph Ryan Gruters is an American politician and accountant who has served as the 67th chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC) since 2025.[1] He has been a member of the Florida Senate since 2018 and formerly the treasurer of the RNC. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served in the Florida House of Representatives from 2016 to 2018 and was the chair of the Florida Republican Party from 2019 to 2023. He became chair of the national party during the summer meeting of the party on August 22, 2025.

Meet your Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia   Blaise Ingoglia built his reputation by holding government accountable, long before he held public office. Originally from New York, Blaise moved to Spring Hill, Florida, in 1996 with just $1,600 to his name. He soon found success as a mortgage broker and later founded Hartland Homes, a homebuilding company dedicated to helping working families achieve the dream of homeownership. Ingoglia’s interest in public service was sparked in 2007 when he noticed local governments “going wild” spending property tax dollars. That frustration led him to launch Government Gone Wild, a viral video series and public seminar campaign aimed at exposing government waste and out-of-control spending. His YouTube channel has garnered nearly 8 million views, helping to spark a broader national conversation about fiscal responsibility. Over time, Blaise became a respected voice for transparency and common-sense governance, serving in the Florida Senate, representing the 11th district, from 2022 to 2025, and the Florida House of Representatives from 2014 to 2022 in the 35th district, as well as chairman of the Republican Party of Florida from 2015 to 2019. But long before that, he was just a homebuilder with a camcorder, a YouTube channel, and a determination to make sure taxpayer dollars were treated with respect. And yes, fittingly for someone named Blaise, he now serves as Florida’s State Fire Marshal and works every day to support firefighters in their life-saving missions. CFO Blaise Ingoglia’s top priority is making Florida more affordable, with a focus on lowering property taxes and reducing insurance costs for hardworking families. 

Earl L. “Buddy” Carter is an experienced businessman, health care professional and faithful public servant. For over 32 years Buddy owned Carter’s Pharmacy, Inc. where South Georgians trusted him with their most valuable assets: their health, lives and families. While running his business, he learned how to balance a budget and create jobs. He also saw firsthand the devastating impacts of government overregulation which drives his commitment to ensuring that the federal government creates policies to empower business instead of increasing burdens on America’s job creators. A committed public servant, Buddy previously served as the Mayor of Pooler, Georgia and in the Georgia General Assembly where he used his business experience to make government more efficient and responsive to the people. Buddy is serving his sixth term in the United States House of Representatives and is a member of the House Energy and Commerce (E&C) Committee and the House Budget Committee. As a pharmacist serving in Congress, Buddy is dedicated to working towards a health care system that provides more choices, less costs and better services. A lifelong resident of the First District, Buddy was born and raised in Port Wentworth, Georgia and is a proud graduate of Young Harris College and the University of Georgia where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. Buddy married his college sweetheart, Amy. Buddy and Amy have three sons, three daughters-in-law and eight grandchildren.

Wilton Simpson, Florida’s 13th Commissioner of Agriculture, is a fifth-generation Floridian, proud to be born and raised in the Sunshine State. A lifelong Florida farmer and entrepreneur, Commissioner Simpson has deep personal and professional roots grounded in agriculture. For over four decades, he owned and managed a large-scale egg-laying operation that supplied families across the state. The Commissioner of Agriculture oversees the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. With his background in agriculture, Commissioner Simpson clearly understands the challenges faced by Florida’s farmers. During his first legislative session as Commissioner of Agriculture, Simpson made great strides to support Florida’s farmers, consumers, and those who work each day to protect them. Securing the future of Florida agriculture, prioritizing Florida-grown food, defending second amendment rights, and – most importantly – defining agriculture as a national security issue in Florida were among his top priorities upon taking office. His legislative service and history of community involvement also positions him to guide the department’s other equally important functions, such as protecting the environment, ensuring the availability, affordability, and safety of our food supply, and advocating for Florida consumers. From 2012 to 2022, Commissioner Simpson served as a member of the Florida Senate and was elected Senate President for the 2020-2022 term. Serving as Senate President through a world-wide pandemic came with many unique challenges, but Commissioner Simpson fought to keep Florida open and free and to ensure that Florida was a beacon of hope, opportunity, and freedom for generations to come. Throughout his tenure in the Senate, Commissioner Simpson was a staunch advocate for Florida agriculture and our proud farmers and ranchers. Commissioner Simpson was instrumental in securing historic funding for the industry and crucial protections, like the Right to Farm Act and Florida Wildlife Corridor Act. Commissioner Simpson lives in Pasco County with his wife Kathy. Their son Wilton Jr. and his wife Caroline are practically neighbors, as are Commissioner Simpson’s daughter Lauran, her husband Kenten, and their daughters. Among his many accomplishments, Commissioner Simpson’s most esteemed title is “Papa” to his two beautiful granddaughters, Addy and Emy.

Evan Power has been serving as the Chair of the Republican Party of Florida since January 2024 and is a member of the Republican National Committee. Before this role, he chaired the Leon County Republican Party and was the Vice Chair of the Republican Party of Florida. Evan’s political journey began after he graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Finance. He worked for Florida Representative Marco Rubio and became actively involved in the Leon County Republican Party. Despite the county’s Democratic lean, he led the local party to notable victories, including Corey Simon’s historic win for a state Senate seat that had not been held by Republicans since Reconstruction. Evan is a three-time delegate to the Republican National Convention and has twice been elected to serve on the Convention’s Rules and Order Committee. Within the Republican National Committee, Evan currently serves on the Rules, Election Integrity and Presidential Nomination Process committees. In January 2024, Evan was elected Chair of the Republican Party of Florida, receiving endorsements from prominent Republican figures such as Governor Ron DeSantis, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, Congressman Matt Gaetz, and former state party chairs Blaise Ingoglia and Joe Gruters. He lives in Tallahassee with his wife, Melissa, their son Emerson, and daughter Evelyn.

Randy Fine was elected to represent Florida’s 6th Congressional District in April of 2025 and serves on the House Foreign Affairs and the Education and Workforce Committee.  A third-generation Floridian, Randy built a career as a successful entrepreneur, founding and running businesses in retail, technology, and hospitality. At 40, he retired from the private sector to focus on raising his two sons, Jacob and David, with his wife, Wendy. He has been an active Boy Scout volunteer, serving as both Cubmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster.  Randy’s retirement didn’t last long. In 2016, he was elected to the Florida House, where he served the maximum eight years before moving on to the Florida Senate and then Congress. During his time in Tallahassee, he chaired five committees, passed more than forty bills, and became known as a strong advocate for school choice, tough immigration enforcement, and protecting children from harmful ideologies.  As the only Jewish Republican in the Florida Legislature, Randy led the fight to make Florida the safest state in America for Jewish families and people of faith. His colleagues and national Jewish organizations honored him with the nickname “The Hebrew Hammer” for his work opposing terrorism and combatting antisemitism.  The son of two public school teachers, Randy graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College with a degree in government and later earned his MBA from Harvard Business School, where he graduated with high distinction as one of the youngest Baker Scholars in decades. 

Duval County Republican Party Meeting Time and Date: Every 3rd Monday at 6PM Meeting Location: Salem Center, 7235 Bentley Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256. Duval County Office Republican Party of Duval County address change: 2051 Art Museum Drive, Suite 130 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Party Officers Chair:Charles BarrChairman@duval.gop904-626-9124 Committeeman:Dean Blackbinvestm@bellsouth.net904-813-3016 Committeewoman:Ginger Soudgingersoud@comcast.net

KIM YEATER Kim Yeater is the host of the Take Your Power Back Show and Peak Performance Master Coach who has devoted the past twenty-four years to supporting high achievers in achieving their dreams. As CEO of the National Take Our Elections Back Initiative, her mission is to restore the integrity of America's voting system and allow the people's vote to be heard. MIKE LINDELL www.mypillow.com 1-800-544-8939 1-800-308-1299  

Rick Scott was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2018 and is currently serving his second term representing the state of Florida. Prior to his election to the U.S. Senate, Rick Scott served two terms as the 45th Governor of Florida, working every day to turn around Florida’s economy and secure the state’s future as the best place for families and businesses to succeed. Rick Scott grew up in public housing in the Midwest as his adoptive father, a World War II veteran and truck driver, and his mother, a store clerk, struggled to financially support their family. After marrying his high school sweetheart, Ann, Rick Scott joined the Navy, where he served active duty as a radar man aboard the USS Glover. He used the G.I. Bill to attend the University of Missouri, Kansas City, and eventually opened his first business – a donut shop. Rick Scott went on to run the world’s largest healthcare company and continues to fight every day so families across the state can have the same opportunities he had to live the American dream. Rick Scott knows firsthand that a good paying job is one of the most important things for a family, and following Florida’s economic collapse in 2009, he made the decision to run for governor as a businessman with no political experience. During his term as Governor, he successfully championed more than $10 billion in tax cuts and cut thousands of burdensome regulations that led Florida businesses to create nearly 1.7 million new jobs. Under his leadership, the unemployment rate dropped from 11 percent to 3.3 percent, Florida paid down $10 billion in state debt, and record investments were made in what matters most to Floridians – education, the environment, and public safety. Rick Scott and his wife, Ann, have been married for 52 years and have two daughters, Allison and Jordan, six grandsons, Auguste, Quinton, Sebastian, Eli, Louie and Jude, and one granddaughter, Zelda Ann.

Byron Donalds grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and he is also the proud son of a hardworking and loving single mother. His mother dedicated her time instilling in him that greatness requires sacrifice, which drives him as a devoted family man and United States Congressman. Byron is a graduate of Florida State University and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance and marketing. Byron's career led him to Southwest Florida, where he worked in the banking, finance, and insurance industries. Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2016, Byron represented Hendry County and east Collier County in the State Capitol. During his tenure in the Florida House, Byron served as the PreK-12 Quality Subcommittee Chair during the 2018-2019 Legislative Session and served as the Insurance & Banking Subcommittee's Chairman 2019-2020 Legislative Session. While serving in the Florida House, primarily focused on elder affairs, criminal justice reform, and ensuring that each child has access to a world-class education. Byron is committed to serving and giving back to the community that gave him so much. He has served Southwest Florida in many ways, including previously serving on the Board of Trustees for Florida Southwestern State College after being appointed by then-Governor Rick Scott. Byron continues to volunteer in his church as a youth leader and a mentor. He also enjoys volunteering as a coach in youth football and basketball leagues. Congressman Byron Donalds lives in Naples, Florida, with his wife, Erika, and their three sons: Damon, Darin, and Mason. Byron has spent his entire adult life serving others, whether it be through volunteering, business, or leadership. He is committed to representing Florida's 19th Congressional District's conservative values in Washington DC to ensure a stronger Florida and a stronger nation.

      Dr. Richie Striano brings a unique approach and skill set to non-surgical treatment of a wide variety of joint disorders. Certified in diagnostic musculoskeletal imaging with 15 years of experience in the application of high-definition diagnostic imaging to accurately diagnose joint structures at the time of the visit. Coupled with review of all historical imaging a complete picture of each contributing component to the loss of mobility, function, stability, activity, quality of life and pain starts the approach. He was among the first doctors to qualify, sit for and pass the credentialing examination in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging and earned a pioneer certificate from the American Registry in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

In this week’s episode of The Joe Mullins Show - Live, Work, Shop, Play, Joe Mullins dives deep into Florida’s unique stance on freedom, governance, and public health. Joined by Jennifer Galardi from the Heritage Foundation and Pastor Jay, they unpack the lasting effects of COVID-19, the growing influence of pharmaceuticals in policy, and the tension between government authority and personal liberty. From media narratives to parental rights, this conversation challenges conventional thinking and explores how Florida’s approach to freedom could shape the future of health policy in America.

Jennifer Galardi is a Senior Policy Analyst for Restoring American Wellness in The Heritage Foundation’s DeVos Center. She has decades of experience in the fitness and nutrition industries, working for some of the most prominent brands to represent health and wellness initiatives including Nike, Microsoft, Coca-Cola, and Comcast as well as being featured in numerous magazines. Her writing has been featured in The Federalist, Epoch Times, Washington Examiner, and The Blaze. She often appears in media to explain the cultural and policy shifts happening as a result of the MAHA movement. She has both an undergraduate and master’s degree in public policy from Washington and Lee University and Pepperdine University, respectively.

Dallas Page (born Page Joseph Falkinburg Jr., April 5, 1956), is an American fitness instructor, actor, and retired professional wrestler. He is currently signed to WWE under a Legends contract, under the ring name Diamond Dallas Page (often shortened to DDP). In the course of his wrestling career Page has wrestled for mainstream wrestling promotions World Championship Wrestling (WCW), the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE), Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), and All Elite Wrestling (AEW).

Tonight's guest is former Pro Wrestler, Diamond Dallas Page.

Interview guest tonight is Pro Wrestling Star, Diamond Dallas Page!

Tonight's guests are Corrine Atkins and Freddie Hamilton.

Tonight's guests, Jay Collins and Kim Yater.

Tonight's guest is Rob Goldstein.

On this episode of Live, Work, Shop and Play, NFL football was a topic of discussion.

Charles Barr and Jay Kollups were the guests.

Today's topic is Health Insurance.

Today's guest on the show, Paul Renner.

This episode's interview guest is Florida Gubernatorial candidate, Paul Renner.  

Tune into this episode of Live, Work, Play as the guest will be Florida Lt. Governor, Collins.

In this episode of Live, Work, Shop and Play, the interview guest was Congressmen, Randy Fine.