Newsom proposes $25M from state legislature to ‘Trump-proof’ California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom will convene the state Legislature for a special emergency session on Monday and propose a “anti-Trump” legal defense fund of up to $25 million to the state Department of Justice. Newsom said in a statement that the Golden State is “the nation's tentpole, protecting and investing in the rights and freedoms […]
Ohio Legislature Passes Bill Banning Transgender Students from ‘Preferred’ Opposite-Sex Restrooms
(Photo by Sarah D. Davis/Getty Images) OAN Staff James Myers11:30am – Thursday, November 14, 2024 The Ohio Senate on Wednesday approved a bill that would ban transgender students from using the bathroom of the opposite sex that “matches their gender identity,” sending the bill to Republican Gov. Mike DeWine. advertisement Senate Bill 104 applies to […]
Texas Salon Owner Jailed for COVID Lockdown Violation Wins Seat in Legislature
A former Dallas salon owner who was jailed for reopening his salon during the coronavirus pandemic will be the next state representative for Texas House District 62. Shelley Luther won the election with nearly 80% of the vote. Mr. Luther defeated Democratic challenger Tiffany Drake in the race for the far north Texas Congressional seat […]
Bill on school bathroom use by transgender students clears Ohio Legislature and heads to governor
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Senate on Wednesday approved a bill that would ban transgender students from using the restroom that corresponds to their gender identity, sending the bill to Republican Gov. Mike DeWine. The Republican-backed bill would apply to K-12 public schools and higher education institutions. The bill would provide “dedicated” bathrooms, locker rooms, […]
Texas woman jailed during covid elected to state legislature
A Texas woman jailed for operating a salon despite the coronavirus pandemic lockdown is moving from her mansion to the state Capitol. Sherry Luther was ordered to serve seven days in jail in 2020 after a Dallas County judge found her guilty of civil and criminal contempt of court, according to reports. fox 4 dallas. […]
Gavin Newsom calls special session of legislature to fund legal challenges against Trump’s presidency
Democratic California Governor Gavin Newsom called A special session of the state Legislature will be held to organize a campaign to resist President-elect Donald Trump's policies for a second term. “We are ready and will do whatever it takes to ensure Californians have the support and resources they need to thrive.” Newsom, who was a […]
Guam GOP Flips the Legislature for First Time in 16 Years
Guam's Republican Party has flipped Congress for the first time in nearly 16 years, according to exit polls and unofficial election results. in post KUAM News posted on Facebook the University of Guam exit poll that “received 300 votes from students.” The university's exit poll revealed that out of 300 responses, Republican Rep. James Moyang […]
Newsom vetoes slew of bills over weekend, bucks Dem legislature on progressive bills
California Gov. Gavin Newsom introduced a slew of bills over the weekend, opposing some of Democrats' more progressive initiatives on transgender care standards, gas stove regulations, additional benefits for noncitizens, and more. Ahead of Monday's legislative deadline, Newsom, who has had to review more than 1,000 bills in the past few months, vetoed AB 2442, […]
This bill would turn governors into tyrants, no legislature needed
Imagine a world where the Governor controls your every action, choice, right, and freedom. This may sound like the plot of a George Orwellian dystopian novel, but it is happening right now in the name of “public safety.” recently, Uniform Law CommissionThe ULC, a powerful organization that has put forward a number of radical proposals […]
California Legislature Passes Amsterdam-style ‘Cannabis Café’ Bill
California lawmakers have passed a bill allowing cannabis dispensaries to operate like the marijuana cafe in Amsterdam, where customers can consume products on-site, order food, and socialize with other customers. The bill is supported by the legal marijuana industry as part of an effort to help struggling licensed retailers compete with the illegal marijuana market […]