California Legislature Approves SB 79, Even with Resistance in Fire Areas
The California Legislature is set to pass SB 79, which will override local zoning laws to facilitate the construction of dense housing near major transportation hubs. However, residents living in fire-prone areas express concerns that this could lead to unwanted developments in their neighborhoods. Sponsored by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco), this bill is part […]
Senate Approves Trump’s Adviser as Federal Reserve Governor
Federal Reserve Committee Welcomes New Member Stephen Milan, the chairman of the White House Economic Advisors Council, has been appointed to the Federal Reserve Committee following a narrow Senate vote of 48-47. As reported, the decision predominantly fell along party lines, with Senator Lisa Markowski from Alaska breaking ranks to vote with the Democrats against […]
Senate Approves Stephen Miran, Trump Adviser, as Federal Reserve Governor
On Monday, the Senate confirmed Stephen Milan, the chairman of the White House Economic Advisors Council, to the Federal Reserve Committee. This confirmation provides President Donald Trump with significant influence in the central bank, especially at a pivotal time for monetary policy. The vote, which ended in a narrow 48-47, primarily followed party lines. Notably, […]
California Senate Approves Bill Against Masks, Putting ICE Agents at Risk of Retaliation
California Senate Passes Controversial Bill Targeting ICE Officers The California Senate approved a bill on Thursday, spearheaded by Scott Wiener, a Democrat from San Francisco, which seeks to prohibit federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers from wearing masks. This legislation is part of a broader national endeavor that many argue facilitates targeting ICE personnel […]
California Approves Reparations in College Admissions, in Spite of Prop 209
Recently, the California Legislature approved a bill aimed at providing compensation to descendants of enslaved individuals through targeted university admissions. The bill, AB 7, mandates that the California State University, University of California, independent colleges, and private secondary schools consider giving admissions preference to those who can directly trace their lineage to people subjected to […]
Missouri Senate approves Trump-supported proposal that might assist Republicans in gaining another US House seat
Missouri Republicans Move Forward with Rezoning Plan JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — On Friday, Missouri Republicans provided President Donald Trump a political boost by granting final legislative approval to a rezoning plan that could potentially enhance GOP chances in next year’s elections. The Senate’s endorsement now heads to Republican Governor Mike Kehoe, who indicated he would […]
Missouri Senate approves map favorable to the GOP, forwarding it to the governor.
Missouri Senate Advances New Congressional Boundaries On Friday, the Republican-led Missouri Senate approved a new congressional map, aimed at creating an additional pickup opportunity for the GOP ahead of the 2026 elections. The proposal has been sent to Governor Mike Kehoe for his approval. This new map is designed to dissolve the Kansas City district […]
Missouri Senate approves congressional map supported by Trump that could change House seat outcome.
Trump Gains Ground in Missouri Congressional Redistricting President Donald Trump has secured another win in the ongoing political struggle between Republicans and Democrats in Congressional districts. This time, the Missouri Senate convened a special session on Friday, passing a rezoning bill with a vote of 21-11. This change could potentially give Republicans another seat in […]
Legislature approves defense policy bill featuring plan to revoke Iraq war authorizations
House Passes National Defense Authorization Act with AUMF Repeal On Wednesday, the House moved forward by passing a version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This included a bipartisan amendment aimed at repealing two laws that authorize military force in Iraq. The funding and military policy measures received votes ranging from 231 to 196. […]
Senate committee approves Trump’s leading economist for the Federal Reserve board
Senate Panel Advances Trump’s Economist Nomination The Senate Banking Committee held a partisan vote on Thursday, pushing forward the nomination of Stephen Milan, a key economist from President Trump’s administration, for a position within the Federal Reserve. The vote concluded with a narrow 13-11 approval, with all Republican members supporting Milan and all Democrats opposing […]