Bank to delay land auction at West Virginia Gov. Justice’s resort
Carter Bank & Trust of Martinsville, Virginia, announced plans to postpone a land auction for a resort owned by Republican West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice. The currently postponed auction is a bid to recover more than $300 million in defaulted business loans from the Justice family. Righteous Justice is currently seeking the U.S. Senate seat […]
WI Gov. Tony Evers signs new legislative maps into law
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers signed the new congressional district maps on Monday. Democrats celebrated the signing as a significant victory in a state where Republicans have controlled the Legislature for more than a decade. Democrats are likely to gain seats in the state House and Senate under new maps that take effect heading into […]
Police âstaffing crisisâ prompts Louisiana Gov. Landry to declare state of emergency amid ‘increased crime’
Louisiana Republican Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency Thursday, citing a shortage of police officers. Associated Press report. Landry is a former police officer and sheriff’s deputy. presidential order The governor declared a state of emergency citing a shortage of police officers across Louisiana, which the governor claimed was leading to an increase […]
‘Dog whistle’: Kansas City mayor complains that Gov. Parson called suspected Super Bowl parade shooters ‘thugs’
The Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade on Wednesday ended in panic and bloodshed. A beloved mother of two children was killed and dozens of others, including at least nine children, were seriously injured. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson (R) suggested that “thugs and criminals” were to blame for the brazen shooting. Kansas City’s Democratic […]
As North Carolina Gov. Cooper’s lawsuit continues, environmental board can end its own suit, judges say
The North Carolina Environmental Commission, whose recent membership changes by the General Assembly are being challenged by Gov. Roy Cooper, has no control over pollution regulations while the governor’s wide-ranging litigation involving multiple state commissions continues. Judges ruled Friday that they can dismiss their own lawsuit over the matter. In a setback for Cooper, the […]
Trump’s $355M fine won’t hurt NY businesses that follow the law, Gov. Hochul says
Gov. Cathy Hochul said Sunday that the massive $355 million fraud fine imposed on Donald Trump will not scare or harm New York businesses because most local merchants are complying with the law. He insisted that it was not something he would give away. “got it [that the Trump ruling might make New York business […]
Texas Gov. Abbott Announces Border Military Base to Combat Flow of Migrants
Texas will establish a military base in the border city of Eagle Pass to curb the influx of illegal immigrants allowed into the country by the Biden administration, Gov. Greg Abbott (R) announced at a press conference on Friday. The Texas Department of Military Affairs plans to build a forward operating base on 80 acres […]
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 […]