‘The Five’: Dem governor sends in National Guard to deal with subway crime
‘The Five’ co-hosts discuss New York Gov. Kathy Hochul sending the National Guard to patrol the subway amid rising crime. source
Japanese Yen remains heavily offered after BoJ Governor Ueda's remarks, holds above YTD low – FXStreet
After the Bank of Japan announced its policy decision, the Japanese yen depreciated across the board. The Bank of Japan raised interest rates for the first time since 2007 and also abolished the YCC policy. Hawkish expectations from the Fed push the USD to a two-week high, supporting USD/JPY. The Japanese Yen (JPY) saw typical […]
Minnesota governor says ‘old white men’ need to listen to women on abortion
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) said Thursday that “older white men” need to listen to women on the abortion issue. “I think older white men need to learn how to talk about this a little bit more. And I think the most important thing is to listen to women and listen to what they have […]
Key Rhode Island bridge to be demolished over structural concerns, governor says
Gov. Dan McKee said Thursday that Rhode Island’s critical bridge, which was partially closed in December due to safety concerns, will need to be destroyed and replaced. McKee said at an afternoon press conference that an independent study of the Washington Bridge, which carries Interstate 195 over the Seekonk River from Providence to East Providence […]
Pennsylvania governor announces new renewable energy standard, endorses statewide carbon-capping market
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) on Wednesday supported a statewide carbon trading market, but appeared skeptical of the regional markets embraced by his predecessor. Speaking in Scranton, Shapiro supported the bill pending in the state Legislature. The bill would create a state-wide carbon-capped regulated market, the proceeds of which would be paid in rebates to […]
Colorado governor sets special election for Buck’s seat on June 25
The special election to fill the House seat vacated by outgoing Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.) will be held on June 25, the same day as the primary election for Gov. Jared Polis (D). Ru. Announced on Tuesday. After previously declaring he would not seek re-election, Buck unexpectedly announced on Tuesday that he would resign from […]
Ohio governor endorses Dolan in Senate race, putting him at odds with Trump
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) on Monday endorsed state Sen. Matt Dolan in the Republican Senate primary, pitting him against former President Trump, who is supporting another candidate. The Buckeye State’s Republican primary is a three-way battle between Dolan, Secretary of State Frank LaRose and Trump-backed businessman Bernie Moreno. Mr. Dolan aligns himself with more […]
Maryland governor: Black support ‘will consolidate’ around Biden
Maryland Governor Wes Moore (Democratic) predicted that black voters would solidify their support for President Biden, who is likely to face former President Trump in a rematch. Because President Biden has always supported it. Moore, a member of the Biden-Harris 2024 National Advisory Council, joins MSNBC’s Al Sharpton from Atlanta, Georgia, where Biden will hold […]
Wyoming bill to allow concealed carry in schools, government meetings heads to governor
A bill that would allow concealed carry in schools and government meetings passed the state House by a wide margin Thursday and will be sent to Wyoming’s governor. What happens next is somewhat unclear, as Wyoming’s governor traditionally does not say whether he intends to sign or veto the bill. Gov. Mark Gordon has not […]
Louisiana governor issues a disaster declaration for the crawfish industry
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (R) issued a disaster declaration for the crawfish industry on Wednesday, according to a press release. “Louisiana’s extreme drought is impacting our farmers, our economy, and our way of life,” Landry said. stated in a statement In the release. “All 365,000 acres of crawfish in Louisiana are affected by these conditions. […]