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Becoming a millionaire sounds like something reserved for the highest earners or people who catch a big break. But the math tells a different story. On today’s episode of The Flyover Podcast, host Ayla Brown breaks down how consistent investing, even on an average income, can quietly build serious wealth over time, and even make you a millionaire! So what do the numbers say, what could you invest in, and how realistic is it for most people? Tune in here!
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Rep. Luna Pushes for Multiple Expulsion Votes
U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-District 13) said she would file a motion to expel California Rep. Eric Swalwell from Congress, as well as others, after the Democrat was accused of sexual assault. Swalwell has since suspended his bid for California governor.
On Friday, a former staffer of Swalwell accused him of sexually assaulting her twice when she was too drunk to consent. Three other women made allegations, as well, including allegations involving inappropriate messages and nude pictures.
Luna, who lives in St. Petersburg, said in an X video that she expected her motion to trigger expulsion votes against other House members, including those who have stolen funds from FEMA. “Bring it,” she said. “It’s time. This is way overdue.“
Two U.S. House members from Florida, Democrat Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick and GOP Rep. Cory Mills, have faced ethics violations, with Cherfilus-McCormick accused of FEMA fraud. In an interview, Luna said there would be a motion to expel Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) for an alleged affair with a staffer who ended up taking her own life.
Blair to Lead 2026 Midterm Strategy
White House Deputy Chief of Staff James Blair will take a temporary leave to run President Trump’s political operation ahead of the midterm elections, allowing him to keep his White House position while directing campaign strategy.
The Florida Republican and Florida State University graduate has already been leading the party’s 2026 midterm strategy, making the shift a formal expansion of his political role.
Chief of Staff Susie Wiles called Blair “a most valuable political asset,” saying the decision reflects a “common sense” effort to position Republicans for midterm success.
Before joining the White House, Blair worked for Gov. Ron DeSantis as deputy chief of staff after working on the governor’s 2018 campaign. Blair worked on Trump’s 2024 campaign and served as the Republican National Committee’s political director.
Barron Trump to Launch Palm Beach-Based Drink
Barron Trump’s new Palm Beach-based beverage venture, SOLLOS Yerba Mate, announced its flavor combination ahead of its planned May launch. Yerba mate, a caffeinated herbal tea native to South America, has gained popularity in the U.S. as an alternative to coffee.
The energy drink company is based at an address just one mile from Mar-a-Lago. Trump, 20, is listed among five partners. The drinks are packaged in a baby-blue 12-pack box and will debut in a pineapple-and-coconut flavor.
The startup said the name is intended to capture the sun’s full cycle, reflecting the idea that the sun “begins where it ends.” SOL, the Spanish word for sun, represents sunrise and the beginning of the day. LOS, spelled backward from SOL, represents sunset.
In addition to his energy drink company, Trump has dabbled in cryptocurrency, founding World Liberty Financial alongside his father and older brothers, Don Jr. and Eric.
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➤ Palm Coast: Democrat gubernatorial candidate Kevin Cichowski was arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon against his elderly parents. Cichowski used a cane and phone to attack his parents while also having a gun. (More)
➤ Brevard County: Kirsten Rose, a math teacher at Cocoa Beach Jr/Sr High School, was arrested and charged with five counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor. (More)
➤ Okaloosa County: The Air Force Armament Museum at Eglin Air Force Base unveiled a new exhibit that includes an F-15E Strike Eagle and recognizes the contributions of Major General Robert Chedister, a former commander who died in 2022. (More)
➤ Jacksonville: Officials are working to address safety concerns about Zoo Parkway after two school buses taking students on field trips to the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens were involved in similar crashes within a week of each other. (More)
➤ Orlando: City leaders are considering a 37-story tower near Lake Eola. The 420-foot-tall building would include 252 apartments and a 221-room luxury hotel. (More)
➤ Statewide: Gov. DeSantis signed a law to bring five new specialty license plates to the state as of Oct. 1. Plates include the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the Miami Northwestern Alumni Association, and St. Petersburg College. (More)
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➤ Miami defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. was involved in a 2024 car accident that killed a passenger, according to a report published Sunday. The careless driving charges filed against him were dropped before the passenger died. (More)
➤ The Miami Heat face off against the Hornets in Charlotte tonight in the NBA play-in tournament. If they lose, their season ends today. (More)
➤ Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen allowed just one hit over six scoreless innings on Sunday to beat the Yankees 5-4. It’s the team’s first time sweeping the Yankees since 2021. (More)
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➤ The price of gas continued to trend lower through the weekend and is 18 cents per gallon lower than a week ago. The average price in Florida is currently $4.02 per gallon. (See Map)
➤ Florida Credit Union opened its new corporate headquarters in Gainesville with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by business leaders from the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce. (More)
➤ The University of Florida is one of 10 public universities on Forbes’ 2026 New Ivies list, the second time UF has earned the designation since the ranking debuted in 2024. The schools on the list are described as leaders in AI adoption. (More)
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➤ The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp minor league baseball team partnered with Aardwolf Brewing to release an orange honey lager called Big Shrimpin’. The beer will be available at Shrimp games starting Wednesday. (More)
➤ Celebrity Chef Guy Fieri is featuring Sarasota’s iconic Alpine Steakhouse and Butcher Shop this week for an upcoming episode of Triple D Nation, a spinoff of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, on the Food Network. (See Photo)
➤ The University of South Florida launched a new beach volleyball program this spring with a roster built from transfers who already played in college. The Bulls will host tournaments at Clearwater Beach as a new facility is built on campus. (See Video)
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Rep. Luna Pushes for Multiple Expulsion Votes
