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Rubio’s Myths vs. Facts Behind the MarcoPhone

In lieu of Senator Marco Rubio’s response to the “MarcoPhone” Shark Tank story I cross-posted here on Breitbart, I have laid out what Rubio said in regards to the who will receive the phones, and what is actually written in

'MarcoPhones' for Border Security, Not Illegals, Aides Say

'MarcoPhones' for Border Security, Not Illegals, Aides Say

Tuesday morning, Breitbart News’ Matt Boyle reported that the 844-page immigration bill contained a provision providing federal grants to purchase satellite phones for people living near or around the border. Javier Manjarres, a conservative reporter in Florida, dubbed them “MarcoPhones.”

Immigration Bill Contains 'MarcoPhones'

Immigration Bill Contains 'MarcoPhones'

The 844-page immigration reform bill the bipartisan “Gang of Eight” dropped in the dead of night contains a lucrative handout that would give taxpayer-funded free cell phones to some people who live or work near the U.S. border with Mexico.

McCain: Boston Tragedy Could Delay Immigration Bill

McCain: Boston Tragedy Could Delay Immigration Bill

By ERICA WERNERAssociated PressWASHINGTONA key senator says the unveiling of a sweeping immigration bill set for Tuesday could be delayed because of the tragedy at the Boston marathon. Republican Sen. John McCain of Arizona says the roll-out could happen Wednesday

The Tea Party Comeback

The Tea Party Comeback

Thousands of Tea Party activists will gather Monday at rallies across the nation to mark Tax Day, April 15–and to re-ignite a movement that had been written off as dormant by the media and the political classes. After propelling the

RUBIO: Jay-Z's Cuba Trip 'Hypocritical'

RUBIO: Jay-Z's Cuba Trip 'Hypocritical'

(CNN) – Jay-Z and wife Beyoncé were bolstering an oppressive dictator when they traveled to Cuba for their anniversary, Sen. Marco Rubio said Sunday. The trip – which the Treasury Department said was officially sanctioned as cultural travel – only

Rubio: Secured Border Must Be In Immigration Bill

Rubio: Secured Border Must Be In Immigration Bill

Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, to Candy Crowley on CNN’s “State of the Union”… CANDY CROWLEY, CNN HOST: Let me ask you a broad question first. As you know, the 1986 Immigration Reform has been criticized in hindsight as something that

Establishment Showers Praise on Rubio on Sunday Shows

Establishment Showers Praise on Rubio on Sunday Shows

Sen. Marco Rubio, elected to Congress in 2010 on a wave of Tea Party support, earned praise Sunday from prominent members of the Republican establishment for leading the party toward support for immigration reform. David Brooks, the New York Times‘ resident

'The Full Rubio': GOP Senator to Appear on Record 7 Sunday Shows

'The Full Rubio': GOP Senator to Appear on Record 7 Sunday Shows

In 1998, Monica Lewinsky’s attorney, William Ginsburg, created what became known as the “Full Ginsburg” with five Sunday morning news show appearances. Last month, Jeb Bush beat that record wih six appearances. According to TVNewser, Senator Marco Rubio (FL-R) is

Rubio Joins 11 Republicans for 'Constructive' Dinner with Obama

Rubio Joins 11 Republicans for 'Constructive' Dinner with Obama

Twelve Republican senators–including Johnny Isakson (GA) and Marco Rubio (FL)–joined President Barack Obama for a “productive” steak dinner at the White House on Wednesday and discussed a wide range of issues that included the debt, immigration reform, and gun control.

Rubio Warned on Immigration Reform Gamble

Rubio Warned on Immigration Reform Gamble

Sen. Marco Rubio is widely considered a serious contender for the GOP nomination in 2016. A son of Cuban immigrants, he is a strong conservative voice from a swing state. In the past few months, he has chosen immigration reform

Hip-Hopping Marco Rubio Not Happy With Jay-Z

Uh-oh. The hip-hopping Senator from Florida, MC Marco “Jazzy-Pants” Rubio is upset over his ‘boy’ Jay-Z’s trip to Cuba.  Rubio put out a press release questioning Obama’s sanctioning of the trip, asking how many other trips the President has sanctioned.