Alabama Public Television funded by taxpayers faces criticism for opposing Trump’s rescission package.

Concerns Raised Over Alabama Public Television’s Lobbying for Trump’s Withdrawal Package Alabama’s Public Television (APT), funded by both state and federal taxes, is under scrutiny for sending emails that appear to lobby for President Donald Trump’s withdrawal package. This proposal employs a fast-tracked budget process requiring approximately $9.4 billion in previously sanctioned spending. This includes […]
Nigeria Faces a Health Crisis Due to Lack of Effective SSB Tax – CAPPA Cautions

Increase in SSB Tax for Health Reasons The proposed sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) tax could rise from ₦10 to at least ₦130 per liter. Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, known as Kappa, has highlighted concerns that Nigeria faces a looming health crisis if an effective tax on sugary drinks isn’t implemented. Akinbode Oluwafemi, Kappa’s Executive […]
Joe Scarborough Criticizes Gavin Newsom for Traveling the Country While His State Faces ‘Quality of Life Issues’

Scarborough Critiques Newsom’s Political Tour Amid California Struggles On Wednesday, MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough expressed skepticism about Democratic California Governor Gavin Newsom, who has embarked on an out-of-state political tour despite serious issues back home. Newsom is currently in rural South Carolina for a two-day tour, hinting at his ambition to run in the 2028 presidential […]
California Faces Gas Crisis as Democrats Persist with Heavy Regulations

California gas prices saw an increase on Tuesday, attributed to the state’s Democratic policies and new regulations. These green energy initiatives have led to the closure of refineries, further driving up gas prices that could rise significantly in the near future. The state is facing what some describe as a potential gas crisis, largely resulting […]
Trump faces setback as judge dismisses executive order asserting ‘invasion’ at the border

Customs and Border Protection Agents are questioning a family seeking asylum at Paso del Norte Bridge on May 11, 2023. WASHINGTON – A federal judge issued a ruling on Wednesday that blocks President Donald Trump’s efforts to limit asylum claims, citing the need for national protection amid ongoing concerns at the southern borders. This marked […]
Congresswoman from Orange County faces protests over Trump legislation and healthcare reductions

Protests Erupt Over Trump’s Federal Funding Cuts On Tuesday, protesters set up a base outside the offices of Orange County Councillors, expressing their opposition to President Trump’s proposal to slash federal spending by over $1 trillion. This plan aims to cover medical expenses for those in need while extending tax cuts to millions of Americans. […]
Proposed legislation would prevent federal immigration agents from covering their faces.

In response to a rise in arrests by federal immigration agents using unmarked vehicles and concealing their identities, some California Democrats are backing a new bill in Congress aimed at preventing officials from wearing face coverings during raids. The legislation, known as “There are no masks for ICE acts,” was introduced by Representative Nydia Velázquez […]
7 Things: The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ faces challenges; Alabama responds to Supreme Court decisions; MTG boldly visits HSV; and more …

7. Key business organizations in Alabama have endorsed U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) for governor, highlighting the support from the Alabama Business Council (BCA), the Alabama Forestry Association (AFA), and the Alabama Concrete Industry Association (ACIA) to promote strong economic leadership. 6. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey, along with 16 other Republican governors, has voiced opposition […]
Ex-Arizona county treasurer faces lawsuit for supposedly stealing more than $39 million: ‘Unfair and tragic’

Tucson, Arizona – On Friday, officials in Arizona County revealed they are suing a former treasurer over allegations of embezzlement exceeding $39 million. Elizabeth Guffer is accused in a lawsuit filed by Santa Cruz County of misappropriating $39,412,000. The county aims to recover as much of that money as possible, as mentioned in a press […]
California law faces re-write as high court allows parents to ‘opt out’ of LGBTQ school stories

California officials must quickly confront a rewrite of state policy in the wake of a Supreme Court decision on Friday to support LGBTQ+ characters and families who select children from lessons on Pro-LGBTQ+ themes. The case included a new “LGBTQ Inclusive” storybook for pre-kindergarten to fifth grade in Montgomery County, a suburb of Washington. The […]