The STOCK Act and Congress’ Battle Against Transparency
Congressional Transparency, or Lack Thereof It’s interesting how Congressional leaders pick and choose which transparency issues they want to address. Recently, there’s been internal friction aimed at delaying or weakening a bipartisan reform of stock trading regulations. This prospective legislation, if it gets the green light, would bar key decision-makers from engaging in stock trading […]
Rep. Troy Nehls Opts Out of Reelection After Serving Three Terms in Congress
Representative Troy Nehls (R-Texas) announced on Saturday that he will not seek re-election in 2026, concluding his three terms in the U.S. House of Representatives at the end of this legislative session. Nehls confirmed his retirement from Congress through a statement, saying: “After over 30 years of serving my community in law enforcement— as a […]
How smartphones put your children at risk of predators and why action is needed from Congress
Smartphones and Child Safety in 2025 Handing a smartphone to a child in 2025 feels a lot like sending them into a junkyard and claiming it’s a playground. Sure, there are useful tools in the mix, but only for those who know how to navigate the chaos. Adults typically come with knowledge, awareness, and a […]
Significant Changes to 401(k) Plans Under Review by Congress
Proposed Changes in Retirement Savings Legislation Congress is looking into a plan that could allow employees to transfer funds from 401(k) accounts to private pensions without needing to quit their jobs. This initiative, termed “tenure rollovers,” aims to provide a new way for Americans to save for retirement. The proposal was reintroduced in the House […]
How Thanksgiving Came to Be in Congress
The Complex Origins of Thanksgiving in the U.S. Thanksgiving in the United States is more than just about pilgrims and turkey. Its roots stretch back to significant moments in the nation’s early history, particularly linked to governmental actions. After the colonies declared independence, the United States faced a tough time during the Revolutionary War, with […]
Bobby Pulido peed on Trump’s star and is now campaigning for Congress in Texas
Tejano Musician Bobby Pulido’s Controversial Past Resurfaces as He Runs for Congress Tejano artist Bobby Pulido, known for his award-winning music, is back in the spotlight for an old video featuring him vandalizing President Donald Trump’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This incident, which occurred almost ten years ago, has resurfaced as Pulido […]
Kimmel commends Marjorie Taylor Greene as she leaves Congress during Trump dispute
Liberal talk show host Jimmy Kimmel recently commended Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) for her criticisms of President Donald Trump and her announcement to leave Congress. During his opening monologue, Kimmel referenced the musical film “Wicked: For Good,” saying, “People love a story about a witch who turns a new leaf.” He compared this to […]
Swalwell claims the military can act as a ‘check’ on Trump when Congress did not.
Swalwell Claims Military Can Act as a Check on Trump California gubernatorial candidate and Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell recently asserted that military officials have indicated he could serve as a “check” on President Donald Trump. In a discussion on CNN’s Don Lemon Show, Swalwell addressed the ongoing controversy over a video featuring six Democratic lawmakers […]
Should Congress Consider Adjusting the Social Security COLA?
Impact of Social Security Changes on Retirees For many Americans relying on Social Security, even minor adjustments to the calculation method for annual benefits can lead to significant changes. Over 50 million people depend on these checks as a key element of retirement income, and there’s growing discussion in Congress about revising how these benefits […]
Ways for Congress and industry to address the jobs Trump is bringing back
Reassessing America’s Workforce Amid Trade Changes President Donald Trump has managed to do what past bipartisan efforts couldn’t achieve: firmly align trade and industrial policy with a “Made in America” philosophy. With the reimplementation of tariffs, investment has swung toward boosting domestic production. Major players in the automotive, pharmaceutical, and semiconductor industries have announced the […]