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Calls for State Probe into State Rep. Rita Harris’s Finances: Allegations of Negative Net Worth, $78,000 IRS Liability, and Suspicious $13,000 Campaign Loan

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ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — The 2024 rematch election for Florida House District 44 is heating up as the Daisy Morales Campaign demands a state investigation into the background and financial dealings of incumbent State Representative Jennifer Rita Harris, according to a recent press release issued by the Daisy Morales Campaign.

The Florida Election Commission and the Office of State Attorney Andrew Bain are called upon to scrutinize potential election law violations, which could significantly impact the race, the press release stated.

The Daisy Morales campaign issued a press release regarding a formal complaint filed in early July concerning State Representative Jennifer Rita Harris’ questionable financial background. The complaint highlights Harris’ reported net worth of -$3,511.91 in her current State Finance Disclosure Report, questioning how she managed to loan nearly $13,000 to her 2022 campaign. Additionally, the Morales Campaign pointed out Harris’ history of unemployment, her unpaid role as CEO in her husband’s businesses for six years, and her claims of being solely a housewife on IRS tax returns.

Campaign Highlights Concealed Background

The Morales Campaign has uncovered troubling aspects of Harris’ background, positioning these findings as a liability for her high-profile endorsers, including US Senate candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, US Congressman Maxwell Frost, and Florida State Senate candidates Shevrin Jones and Carmen Torres. Other notable endorsers include Florida State House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell, Florida State House Democratic Leader Designate Christine Hunschofsky, Florida State Representative candidate Johanna Lopez, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, AFL-CIO, Florida Education Association PAC, Florida Professional Firefighters PAC, Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association PAC, United For Progress PAC, and former Florida State Representative candidate Samuel Vilchez Santiago who’s also the current Chairman of the Orange County Democratic Party, and among others.

Call for Investigation

The Morales Campaign has formally requested an investigation into Harris’ potential campaign finance and election law violations. The latest financial disclosure report filed with the Florida Commission on Ethics reveals Harris’ net worth is negative $3,511.91, despite loaning her 2022 campaign approximately $13,000.

Questionable Background
The Morales Campaign highlights Harris’ questionable unemployment history, her unpaid role as CEO in her husband’s businesses for approximately six years, and her claims of being solely a housewife on IRS tax returns.

Employment and Business History

  • Kronos Unlimited, LLC
    2012 – 2015: Company Administratively Dissolved by the State
    Jennifer R. Harris, Managing Member
    John C. Harris, Managing Member
  • Salesforce.com Overflow Services, LLC
    2013-2018: Company Administratively Dissolved by the State
    John Harris, Managing Member
  • Harris Cloud Consultants
    2016-2017: 2022 Company Reinstated by the State (Current)
    Rita Harris, CEO, Sales Executive (LinkedIn profile)
    John C. Harris, Owner (2021 Financial Disclosure)
  • Orlando County Democratic Party
    2018-2022: Rita Harris, Events Chair (Volunteer) LinkedIn profile
  • Valeo Cloud Consulting, LLC
    2021 (Current): John C. Harris, Owner

Raising Serious Questions About Harris’ Background

“Who was the real Jennifer Rita Harris before she moved to Florida and her allies’ disinformation campaign misled voters into electing her to the Florida House?” the Morales campaign asks. It alleges that endorsements from elected officials, community leaders, and PACs were given without proper vetting, leaving voters uninformed.

 

Harris’ Social Media Posts / Vulgar Comments

Source: The Daisy Morales Campaign

Harris’ Medium platform posts (2017-2022) display a pattern of using offensive language and engaging in race-baiting. Her posts show anger towards U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, elderly individuals, white men, and progressive supporters.

Key Issues Highlighted:

  • Stereotyping: Based on age, race, and gender.
  • Ageism: Prejudice against elderly men.
  • Racism: Negative attitudes towards white individuals.
  • Gender Bias: Hostility towards men.
  • Offensive Language: Including 27 instances of the F-word and other offensive remarks.

**VIDEO WARNING: The language in this post is very graphic **
It’s not safe for work or around children.: https://www.facebook.com/DaisyForFlorida/videos/893343599501765

Source: The Daisy Morales Campaign

“Harris has demonstrated abusive, racist, and hateful behavior that has no place in our communities, county, or election process. In her postings, she made it clear that she’s also a part-time ‘asshole,’” the campaign asserts.

 

The Real Jennifer Rita Harris’ Background: A Disaster

Recent disclosures reveal:

  • Negative Net Worth: Harris’ 2024 Finance Disclosure Report shows a net worth of negative $3,511.91.
  • Lack of Paid Employment History: No paid employment history for over 25 years.
  • Significant Federal Debt: $78,000 in federal debt owed to the IRS (2022 report).
  • Struggling Businesses: Multiple struggling and revoked businesses listed under her name.
  • Unpaid CEO: Admitted to being the CEO of her husband’s business without pay for six years.
  • Educational Debt: Approximately $30,000 in educational debt owed without any completed certification or degree.

Deceptive Campaign Tactics

“Harris, her allies, and endorsers’ campaign to whitewash her background from District 44 voters and the public is coming to an end,” a Morales campaign declares. “Voters deserve transparency and honesty from their elected officials and candidates.”

Key Points:

  • Endorsements Without Due Diligence: Endorsements in 2022 and 2024 without proper vetting.
  • Financial Irregularities: Significant debt and business issues.
  • Educational Discrepancies: Educational debt claims without corresponding credentials.
  • Campaign Misrepresentation: Misleading voters about her qualifications.

 

Ruth’s List Florida Endorses “Ineffective” Orange County Lawmaker in HD 44 Race

Democrats: Florida State Representative Daisy Morales (2020-2022) and Florida State Representative Jennifer “Rita” Harris (2022-2024) Source: Florida House

Former Florida State Representative Daisy Morales has a proven track record as a bipartisan lawmaker who effectively passed sponsored and cosponsored legislation into law. She successfully cosponsored over $15 million in appropriation projects. Her campaign focuses on accountability, and tirelessly serving the constituents in the Florida House.

In Contrast

Jennifer Rita Harris’ legislative record is marked by numerous sponsored dead bills and unsuccessful record of over $20 million in appropriation projects in the Florida House. Sponsored bills and appropriation projects all dead in her first term.

This press release seeks to aggressively highlight the concerns and issues surrounding Jennifer Rita Harris’ background, overlooked by local media for years, while reinforcing Daisy Morales’ commitment to effective leadership, the press release stated.

Democrats, Independents and Republicans voters in Florida House District 44 will decide on August 20 whether to give incumbent Jennifer Rita Harris or former State Representative Daisy Morales a second term to represent them in the Florida House.

 

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Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Protects Civil Rights and Merit-Based Opportunity by Ending Illegal DEI

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THE WHITE HOUSE – Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an historic Executive Order that protects the civil rights of all Americans and expands individual opportunity by terminating radical DEI preferencing in federal contracting and directing federal agencies to relentlessly combat private sector discrimination. It enforces long-standing federal statutes and faithfully advances the Constitution’s promise of colorblind equality before the law. This comprehensive order is the most important federal civil rights measure in decades:

  • It terminates “diversity, equity, and inclusion” (DEI) discrimination in the federal workforce, and in federal contracting and spending.
    • Federal hiring, promotions, and performance reviews will reward individual initiative, skills, performance, and hard work and not, under any circumstances, DEI-related factors, goals, policies, mandates, or requirements.
  • The order requires OMB to streamline the federal contracting process to enhance speed and efficiency, reduce costs, and require Federal contractors and subcontractors to comply with our civil rights laws.
    • It revokes Executive Order 11246 contracting criteria mandating affirmative action
    • It bars the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs from pushing contractors to balance their workforce based on race, sex, gender identity, sexual preference, or religion.
    • It requires simple and unmistakable affirmation that contractors will not engage in illegal discrimination, including illegal DEI.
  • It directs all departments and agencies to take strong action to end private sector DEI discrimination, including civil compliance investigations.
  • It mandates the Attorney General and the Secretary of Education issue joint guidance regarding the measures and practices required to comply with the Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard.

RESTORING THE VALUES OF INDIVIDUAL DIGNITY, HARD WORK, AND EXCELLENCE: Individual dignity, hard work, and excellence are fundamental to American greatness. This Executive Order reaffirms these values by ending the Biden-Harris Administration’s anti-constitutional and deeply demeaning “equity” mandates, terminating DEI, and protecting civil rights:

  • Reversing the progress made in the decades since the Civil Rights Act of 1964 toward a colorblind and competence-based workplace, radical DEI has dangerously tainted many of our critical businesses and influential institutions, including the federal government.
  • In the private sector, many corporations and universities use DEI as an excuse for biased and unlawful employment practices and illegal admissions preferences, ignoring the fact that DEI’s foundational rhetoric and ideas foster intergroup hostility and authoritarianism.
    • Billions of dollars are spent annually on DEI, but rather than reducing bias and promoting inclusion, DEI creates and then amplifies prejudicial hostility and exacerbates interpersonal conflict.

PRESIDENT TRUMP PROMISED AND DELIVERED: President Trump promised to terminate DEI in the federal government, protect equal opportunity, and force schools to end discriminatory admissions policies, and he delivered.

  • Every man and woman should have the opportunity to go as far as their hard work, individual initiative, and competence can take them. In America, excellence, grit, and determination is our strength.

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Monique Worrell’s Triumphant Return as State Attorney Celebrated at Orlando MLK Parade

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State Attorney Monique Worrell Receives Overwhelming Support at 2025 Orlando MLK Parade, Saturday, January 18, 2025. Photo by Florida National News / J Willie David, III

ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) – The streets of Downtown Orlando were alive with celebration as the 41st annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade unfolded along Orange Avenue. Among the procession of floats, marching bands, and community groups, Orange-Osceola County State Attorney Monique Worrell stood out as a beloved figure, earning cheers and adoration from attendees.

State Attorney Monique Worrell visibly moved by community support at the 41st Orlando MLK Parade, Saturday, January 18, 2025. Photo by Florida National News / J Willie David, III

Worrell’s appearance at the parade felt like a victory walk as she received enthusiastic applause, countless handshakes, and heartfelt hugs from parade-goers. Many described her as “the people’s State Attorney,” a sentiment visibly etched on Worrell’s face as she smiled and engaged with the community.

MLK Parade attendees gathered in Downtown Orlando on Saturday, January 18, 2025, to support Monique Worrell’s return as State Attorney. Photo by Florida National News / J. Willie David, III.

The outpouring of support came on the heels of Worrell’s remarkable political comeback. In the 2024 election, Worrell defeated Andrew Bain, who was appointed as State Attorney by Governor Ron DeSantis after her controversial suspension in 2023. Worrell’s re-election was a powerful statement from voters who stood by her leadership. She was officially sworn in on January 7, 2025, reclaiming her role with renewed determination.

State Attorney Monique Worrell’s Chief of Staff, Keisha Mulfort, smiles during the 2025 MLK Parade as the duo returns to the State Attorney’s Office to ensure the safety of Orange and Osceola County citizens on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Photo by Florida National News / J. Willie David, III.

Worrell’s presence at the MLK Parade carried a symbolic resonance. The event, held in honor of Dr. King’s legacy of justice and equality, paralleled Worrell’s fight to return to office and her commitment to justice for all. Her supporters praised her resilience and unwavering dedication to the community.

“Monique Worrell represents what leadership should look like,” said one attendee. “She stands up for the people and fights for what’s right, no matter the obstacles.”

The MLK Parade served not only as a celebration of Dr. King’s impact but also as a moment of triumph and unity for Worrell and her constituents.

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J Willie David, III
Florida National News and FNN News Network
news@FloridaNationalNews.com

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Senator Barbara Sharief Files Legislation to Improve Medicaid Access for Floridians

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (FNN) – State Senator Barbara Sharief (D-Broward) has introduced SB 306, titled “Managed Care Plan Network Access,” to address significant barriers faced by Medicaid enrollees using managed care plans. The bill seeks to ensure Medicaid recipients can receive medical care in a timely and accessible manner, even from providers not under contract with their managed care plan.

Currently, Medicaid enrollees are restricted to specific providers within their managed care network, regardless of long wait times or geographic challenges. This often leaves patients, particularly in rural areas, struggling to access vital medical services or forced to delay treatments due to transportation barriers.

Key Provisions of SB 306

If passed, the bill would:

  • Allow Medicaid enrollees to seek care from non-contracted Medicaid providers when a participating provider is geographically inaccessible or cannot provide care in a timely manner.
  • Benefit rural communities where geographic barriers to healthcare are most significant.
  • Improve access to care for patients with chronic symptoms who require faster relief or urgent treatments.

Impact on Floridians

This legislation could have a transformative impact on the healthcare system in Florida:

  • Rural Areas: Residents in rural regions with few participating Medicaid providers would have access to care closer to home, reducing transportation issues.
  • Timely Treatments: Patients with time-sensitive medical needs, such as chronic illnesses or urgent care situations, would experience shorter wait times for necessary treatments.
  • Healthcare Equity: By removing network limitations, Medicaid enrollees in underserved areas gain access to higher-quality care and improved health outcomes.

If approved, SB 306 would significantly improve healthcare access for vulnerable populations across Florida, reducing disparities in care and improving patient outcomes.

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J Willie David, III
Florida National News and FNN News Network
news@FloridaNationalNews.com

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