Maryland Gov. Moore unveils $90M ‘down payment’ for climate initiatives
Democratic Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on Friday highlighted details of a $90 million “down payment” toward the Old Line state’s climate goals. “We think this is an important statement that it’s a promise that we intend to keep,” Moore said. Maryland’s goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from 2006 levels by 2031 […]
Louisiana Gov. Landry declares state of emergency over police shortage
Louisiana Republican Governor Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency, citing a shortage of police officers. Landry’s executive order Thursday removed limits on the number of new officers Louisiana sheriffs can hire and the department’s salary increases. Landry, who previously worked in law enforcement, said police departments across the state are seeing employment at an […]
Louisiana Gov Announces State Of Emergency Over Police Shortage
Republican Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency Thursday, citing a shortage of police officers. The executive order lifts limits on the number of new employees Louisiana sheriffs can hire and on salary increases for police departments. according to To the Associated Press. The state is “facing a police personnel crisis,” resulting in […]
Gov. Newsom Blasts MO Gun Deaths Although CA Has over 2X as Many
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) pointed to Missouri’s gun laws and decried the state’s annual gun deaths, even though California has more than double the number of gun deaths each year. Didn’t mention it. newsome Posted To X: Missouri has one of the highest gun death rates in the nation. It also has the following features: […]
NH Gov. Sununu delivers final State of the State address
Republican New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu delivered his final State of the Union address on Thursday. “For the past seven years, New Hampshire has stood out as a beacon of success and a safe haven of freedom and opportunity,” Sununu told lawmakers. “We’ve all worked hard. This has always been a true team effort.” Sununu, […]
ME Gov. Mills proposes $71M supplemental budget, with focus on Lewiston massacre
Democratic Maine Governor Janet Mills announced a $71 million supplemental budget on Wednesday. The proposed adjustments to the Pine Tree State’s two-year budget specifically address mental health and firearm safety issues in the wake of last year’s Lewiston mass shooting, the deadliest in Maine history. “This proposal balances timely investments to address urgent needs with […]
Lt. Gov. Robinson: Transgenders ‘Should Be Arrested’ If They Use Preferred Restroom, Citing Women’s Safety
North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson arrives at a rally announcing his candidacy for governor at Ace Speedway in Elon, North Carolina, Saturday, April 22, 2023 (Robert Willett/The News & Observer, Associated Press) OAN’s Elizabeth Bolbelding6:30pm – Tuesday, February 13, 2024 North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson, the leading Republican gubernatorial candidate, said at a […]
SD Gov. Kristi Noem fills 2 legislative seats after state Supreme Court ruling
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has filled two congressional seats that have been vacant for several months. Last fall, Noem sought the state Supreme Court’s opinion on conflicts of interest related to state contracts after the state senator resigned and agreed to repay $500,000 in federal coronavirus aid. The court issued a 4-1 opinion that […]
Trans women should be arrested over bathroom use: NC Gov candidate Mark Robinson
North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson (R), a leading Republican gubernatorial candidate, said at a campaign rally earlier this month that the government should arrest transgender people if they use the bathroom of their choice. . video of the meeting, first reported The Washington Post shows that Robinson has launched a fierce attack on the […]
VA Gov. Youngkin prioritizes mental health as police are overwhelmed by cases
John Clare, the police chief of a small town in the Appalachian Mountains of southwestern Virginia, is plagued by a growing problem. That means police are more likely to detain, transport and hold people in mental health crises in hospitals. . Officers from Clare’s Marion Police Station (21 people) crisscross the state transporting patients for […]