House Republicans passed a budget last week that includes the largest cuts to health care and food assistance in American history — showing once more that the GOP’s priority will always be Trump’s billionaire backers, not working families.
This bill would result in a massive redistribution of wealth from the bottom to the top — leaving working families to once again foot the bill for America’s wealthiest. Nearly 14 million Americans will lose health care, and food assistance that nearly 42 million Americans rely on to put food on the table is on the chopping block.
Democrats will stand with millions of Americans across the country to hold Republicans accountable for turning their backs on working families in the midterms.
The Trump administration and its enablers are going to extremes to empower Trump and enrich themselves, while cutting jobs and services for the rest of us. Now, they’re turning Flag Day into a celebration of Trump.
Trump has already indicated that he’s aiming for at least a third term, and now he’s planning a self-aggrandizing military parade in D.C But the American people don’t put up with kings. We're mobilizing to reject this corruption and abuse of power.
They’ve defied our courts, deported American citizens, disappeared people off the streets, and slashed our services. Enough is enough. We’re standing together against the abuses of power, cruelty, and corruption. On June 14, we gather to remind Trump and his enablers: America has No King!
On the morning of June 14, we will take to the streets for the No Kings demonstration, declaring that the flag belongs to us not Trump. Then, in the afternoon we will keep the momentum going by supporting the Kick Out the Clowns protest in Sebastian.
In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. On June 14th, we’re showing up to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it. We’ve outgrown the corner. It’s time to line the streets!
After you stand with us in the morning for our No Kings demonstration, we encourage you to head over to Sebastian for the Kick Out the Clowns protest hosted by Indivisible of Indian River County at 2:00 PM.
Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Dems and Young Dems! Enjoy great drinks, lively conversation, and a keynote from the one and only Dr. Chaz T. Stevens; self-proclaimed “professional pain in the ass” and renowned activist featured on CNN, BBC, MSNBC, and more.
Dr. Stevens will break down “How to Get Sht Done”, sharing his hard-hitting wisdom on making change happen.
This will be the last Riverhouse event until the fall so don’t miss your chance to connect, strategize, and raise a glass to action. See you there!
We'd love to have you volunteer with the Democrats of Indian River at our celebration booth on June 21st. Help us register voters, gather signatures for Medicaid Expansion, and encourage locals to get involved with our party.
Our new Civic Council is working to keep the community informed and boost Democratic engagement in Indian River County. We need volunteers to attend City Council and Pelican Island Audubon Society meetings.
If you're passionate about local advocacy, contact the Civic Council Chair, Lalita Janke, at [email protected] to get involved.
Shape IRC'S & Fellsmere's Future
Indian River County is planning new community spaces, and your input is key! Share what resources, programs, and services matter most to you by clicking HERE and filling out a brief survey.
APPLY: Panel & Committee Vacancies
The Indian River County Environmental Land Acquisition Panel has a new vacancy. View additional committee vacancies and apply HERE.
In 2025, City Council elections will be held in Fellsmere, Sebastian, and Vero Beach. County and state elections follow in 2026. Running for office is a meaningful way to impact your community. Many local positions are non-partisan, so party affiliation is not required. If you're interested in running, contact us to set up an info session or one-on-one meeting. Getting on the ballot is straightforward, and support is available to help you run a successful campaign.
Get Involved contact the Indian River Candidate Committee through the office or [email protected] for support in your journey.
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Leadership Blue
NEW 2025 Leadership Blue Gala Dinner Speakers Announced: Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey and Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky!
This year’s Leadership Blue Weekend will take place from June 20th-22nd at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. While the gala is a ticketed event, the training and panels are open and free to all registered Democrats. Visit leadershipblue.com to stay up to date on the event.
Local Democratic Meetings
DEMOCRATS OF INDIAN RIVER Volunteer with Democrats of Indian River HERE
Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) Meeting Thursday, June 26th, 2025 at 6pm Vero Beach Main Library Multi-Media Room
Democratic Club Meeting in Collaboration with the Young Democrats of Indian River Thursday, June 19th, 2025 6:00 p.m.
The Riverhouse
Inside MacWilliam Park, 305 Acacia Rd, Vero Beach, FL 32963
Join our club or pay dues HERE. Members, join our Facebook group HERE.
Young Democrats Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 6:00 p.m.
Democratic Headquarters 2345 14th Ave. Suite 7
Thursday, May 29th, 2025 10:30 a.m. This will be the last meeting until September
Riverview Park 600 US Highway 1, Sebastian
Please RSVP to [email protected].
The Environmental Committee is also looking for a volunteer to pick up food on May 31st from the DWC luncheon and deliver to it to the Fellsmere Fridge. Please reach out to [email protected]if you're interested
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) is expected to advance the Central Indian River Lagoon Basin Management Action Plan (CIRL BMAP) based on comments received by FDEP through Friday, May 23rd. Links to the existing key documents are as follows:
Upon FDEP adoption, the CIRL BMAP is expected to pose State requirements for County and municipal governments to undertake significant projects to improve water quality in the Indian River Lagoon.
DWC Luncheon at Bent Pine Clubhouse Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:30 a.m.
SPEAKER: MEGAN MCFALL, CEO, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY HEALTHY START
DWC Book Group Meeting Friday, June 27th, 2025 2-4 p.m.
Brackett Library, 6155 College Lane, Vero Beach
Bjorkman Room (to your left when your enter the library)
Indian River State College, Mueller Campus
Book Title: The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Caused an Epidemic of Mental Illness
Author: Jonathan Haidt
Education Champions Monthly Meeting 2nd Thursday of each month at 1:00 p.m.
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
Education Champions is a grassroots organization whose mission is to be a positive, proactive force for addressing public education issues on the local, state and national levels.
Join the Florida Democratic Party and the Democratic Veterans Caucus of Florida for a powerful virtual town hall focused on defending the rights and dignity of Florida’s veterans and military families.
Under Donald Trump’s extreme agenda, those who served our nation are being targeted once again—facing cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs and the erasure of military diversity history from the Pentagon.
We cannot and will not stay silent. This event will feature veterans, active-duty family advocates, elected officials, and grassroots organizers speaking out and standing up for those who have answered the call to serve—then and now.
Your voice matters. Your leadership is needed. Your RSVP is the first step.
