Governor Bob Ferguson aims to tackle a $12 billion deficit while enhancing state services and collaboration across party lines New Washington Governor Sets Ambitious Goals Amid Budget Crisis Seattle: Bob Ferguson, the new governor of Washington, just laid out his plans during his inaugural speech. He’s all about helping people while making the government work…
Trade groups and Washington Gas have filed a lawsuit against Maryland’s emissions reduction requirements for large buildings, claiming they are unlawful. Maryland’s Emissions Reduction Rules for Large Buildings Face Legal Challenge Maryland: So, here’s the scoop. Trade groups for builders and developers, along with Washington Gas, decided to take legal action against Maryland’s new emissions…
Ohio House Speaker Matt Huffman aims to cut $650 million from public schools, criticizing current funding as unrealistic and unsustainable. Ohio House Speaker Plans to Slash Public School Budget, Calls Funding a ‘Fantasy’ Ohio: House Speaker Matt Huffman is stirring up quite a bit of controversy. He’s pushing to cut public school funding by a…
The House Freedom Caucus suggests raising corporate taxes to ease SALT deduction caps for individuals, stirring debate among lawmakers. Freedom Caucus Proposes Corporate Tax Increase for SALT Deduction Relief Washington: So, the House Freedom Caucus is throwing around a pretty interesting idea. They’re suggesting that lawmakers from states like California, New Jersey, and New York…
U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger steps down, marking the end of his tenure in Minnesota Top Federal Prosecutor in Minnesota Resigns Before Power Shift St. Paul: So, Andrew M. Luger, the U.S. Attorney for Minnesota, just announced he’s resigning. He’s stepping down this week, and he’s had quite the run. He said it’s been an…
Jonathan Holth’s new Cabinet position focuses on supporting those in need and enhancing lives across North Dakota Grand Forks’ Jonathan Holth Aims to Save and Improve Lives in New Role Grand Forks: Jonathan Holth is stepping into a new role in Governor Kelly Armstrong’s Cabinet. He’s got a mission to help people, especially those dealing…
Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing showcased strong GOP support despite controversies Pete Hegseth Receives Warm Welcome from GOP During Confirmation Hearing Washington: So, Pete Hegseth had his confirmation hearing, and it was quite the scene. The Senate Republicans really rolled out the red carpet for him. They seemed pretty eager to back him up as he…
Minnesota House Democrats staged a walkout to prevent Republicans from electing a new speaker, escalating tensions in the divided chamber. Minnesota Democrats Walk Out to Block GOP Speaker Vote Amid Tensions Minneapolis: So, here’s the scoop. Minnesota’s Democratic state reps decided to walk out on the first day of the legislative session. They wanted to…
President Biden’s decision aims to improve U.S.-Cuba relations and secure the release of political prisoners Biden Removes Cuba from List of State Sponsors of Terrorism Washington: So, President Biden just made a big move by taking Cuba off the list of state sponsors of terrorism. This is a pretty significant step, right? It’s all part…
President-elect Trump is considering a visit to California to witness wildfire devastation and show support for affected communities Trump’s Potential Visit to California: A Shift from Winning to Leading Los Angeles: So, it looks like Kathryn Barger, a county supervisor, has invited Trump to check out the wildfire damage in California. Even Governor Newsom is…
