NEW : Top Republican senator opposes a mosque near ground zero . Obama 's remarks Friday drew praise from New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg , who announced his support for the Islamic center last week . NEW : Obama Republicans runs a statewide ad on the issue . Keep talking about Florida 's stance on the issue , Republicans told . Republicans lament the matter is drowning out campaign themes .
NEW : Top Republican senator opposes a mosque near ground zero . NEW : Obama Republicans runs a statewide ad on the issue . Keep talking about Florida 's stance on the issue , Republicans told . Republicans lament the matter is drowning out campaign themes .