Politics
Mandela Barnes Exits Wisconsin Governor Race
Mandela Barnes announced his withdrawal from the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, less than two weeks before the August 11 election. The former lieutenant governor shared this update through a video on his Facebook page.
Florida Launches Investigation into Dr. Fauci’s COVID-19 Role
Florida’s Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins supports the state’s Attorney General James Uthmeier’s new investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci, a former White House COVID-19 adviser. Collins believes this matter should be resolved in court. ‘Let’s get
Federal Judge Upholds Medicaid Work Requirement Amid Legal Challenge
A federal judge has decided to uphold a rule introduced under the Trump administration that requires “medically frail” patients on Medicaid to demonstrate their inability to work in order to retain their health insurance. This
Potential Rise in Medicare Prescription Drug Costs by 2027
The expiration of a subsidy program may raise monthly premiums for older adults on Medicare prescription drug plans by 2027. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the end of a program designed
Senate Committee Advances Schwartz’s Nomination for CDC Director Amid Concerns
A Senate committee has moved forward with Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), despite worries about her potential resistance to political influence. If approved by the full
Dr. Fauci’s Senate Hearing and Vic Fangio’s Reaction
During a Senate hearing on the origins of COVID-19, Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment over 100 times. This prompted Sen. Rand Paul to threaten contempt of Congress charges. Fauci’s diary from January 2020
Florida Republican Proposes PLEDGE Act to Promote Patriotism in D.C. Schools
Florida Republican Senator Ashley Moody introduced a bill aimed at emphasizing patriotism within the Washington, D.C. public school system, according to Fox News Digital. The legislation, known as the PLEDGE Act, mandates the display of
Senate Committee Advances Nominee for CDC Director Amid Concerns of Political Influence
The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee moved forward with Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This decision resolved initial doubts about her ability to resist
Trump’s Tactics Against GOP Holdouts Over AG Nominee
President Donald Trump is confronting Republican senators who are blocking the confirmation of Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. After Blanche’s confirmation was delayed, Trump criticized Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North
Trump Administration’s Overhaul of Federal Hiring Policies
Shift towards Merit-Based Hiring The Trump administration continues to emphasize reforming the federal hiring process, focusing on merit-based criteria over Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. Scott Kupor, the Director of the Office of Personnel