Author: Georgia McKoy

As November’s ballot draws near, Governor DeSantis is stepping up his game against Florida’s Amendment 4, which champions abortion rights.  This bold move has sparked a heated debate, with critics pointing to laws that bar state officials from influencing voter decisions, suggesting DeSantis may be treading on thin legal ice. Revisiting Signatures After the Deadline Source: Aiden Frazier/Unsplash Well after the deadline, the State Department of Florida is rechecking signatures for the abortion amendment from regions including Hillsborough.  This delayed scrutiny, occurring months after the initial certification, has raised concerns about the true motives behind this unexpected action. State Health…

A group of retired generals has stepped forward to defend Vice President Kamala Harris against criticism regarding the Afghanistan withdrawal.  They assert that the previous administration under Donald Trump is to blame for the difficulties faced. These military leaders argue that Trump’s decisions complicated the situation for the Biden-Harris administration from the outset.  Top Brass Endorses Harris Source: Wikimedia Commons In an unprecedented move, ten esteemed former generals and admirals, including Admiral Steve Abbot and Gen. Lloyd W. Newton, have thrown their weight behind Harris.  A letter released to Axios reads, “Vice President Kamala Harris is the best—and only—presidential candidate…

Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind a Florida initiative that would legalize up to three ounces of marijuana for adult use.  This move sees him at odds with Governor Ron DeSantis and a key billionaire donor, both vocal opponents of the amendment. Trump’s Drug Policy Pivot Source: GOP/X In a notable departure from his previous cautions about drug risks, Trump is now championing a measure that starkly contrasts his earlier stance.  Amid a fierce national debate on drug policies, his backing signals a major shift. Trump Declares Support on Truth Social Source: GOP/X Taking to his own platform, Truth…

This past weekend, California was on edge as it experienced five earthquakes across the north and south.  The first, a strong 4.4 magnitude shake, struck near Lake County on Saturday. By Sunday evening, residents felt two additional tremors, registering magnitudes of 2.7 and 2.8. Earthquakes Shake Up North and South Source: Wikimedia Commons The tremors didn’t just hit the north—Southern California felt the ground move too, with two earthquakes on Saturday.  The most significant of these was a 3.9 magnitude quake, underscoring the state’s vulnerability to nature’s unpredictability. A Weekend Full of Tremors Source: Wikimedia Commons From north to south,…

Vice President Kamala Harris has shown support for funding gender transition surgeries for transgender inmates. In 2019, an ACLU questionnaire revealed her stance on providing such surgeries to illegal immigrants or migrants held in federal custody. Harris checked ‘yes’ in response to whether she would offer government-funded care for ‘transgender and nonbinary people’ including ‘those in prison and immigration detention.’ Detailed Support for Transgender Health Needs Source: Alexander Grey/Unsplash In her responses, Harris emphasized the necessity of proper treatment for transgender individuals under state care. She said, “It is important that transgender individuals who rely on the state for care…

The National Hurricane Center has indicated early Monday that a tropical disturbance in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico is shaping up to potentially become this season’s next named hurricane, Francine.  This development could signal the end of a brief period of calm that hurricane-prone regions have recently experienced.  Francine’s Forecasted Fury Source: RyanMaue/X By Monday, this disturbance is expected to whip up into a tropical storm and ramp up to hurricane status shortly after.  It’s on a beeline for the northwestern U.S. Gulf coast by Wednesday, threatening “an increasing risk of life-threatening storm surge and hurricane-force winds along the Louisiana…

Donald Trump stirred up a storm on social media recently when he announced his intention to go after election fraud if he secures a win in the upcoming elections.  He named “lawyers, political operatives, donors, illegal voters and corrupt election officials” as potential targets, sparking a lively debate across the nation. Reviving Controversial Claims Source: GOP/X Trump is not letting go of the past, it seems.  He’s still vocal about his claims of fraud in the 2020 election, despite a lack of support from multiple checks including court rulings and state verifications. His persistence keeps these contentious issues in the…

Remember when dollar stores were the go-to spots for deals?  Those days are seeing a downturn. Dollar Tree, a giant in this sector, just reported a drop in stock values to a startling nine-year low.  Closing Time for Family Dollar Source: Wikimedia Commons Big news from Dollar Tree—they’re planning to shut down 600 Family Dollar stores by 2024.  This dramatic step comes after years of trying, and struggling, to blend Family Dollar into its broader operations. It’s a tough break that’s been a long time coming. Dollar General Feels the Pinch Source: Wikimedia Commons Dollar General isn’t immune to the…

A salmonella outbreak has triggered a huge egg recall in nine states. Health authorities linked the outbreak to specific egg brands after identifying a Wisconsin farm as the infection hotspot. Eggs from the brands ‘Milo’s Poultry Farms’ or ‘Tony’s Fresh Market’ have been recalled. Rising Illness Counts Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration The health scare has affected at least 65 people, but the actual number might be higher as some individuals may recover without ever testing for the bacteria.  Fortunately, there have been no reported fatalities, though 24 consumers required hospitalization due to severe symptoms associated with the salmonella…

Governor Gavin Newsom of California recently vetoed Assembly Bill 1840, a piece of legislation aimed at opening up the state’s home buying assistance program to undocumented immigrants.  In his explanation, Newsom pointed to the state’s tight budget, stating, “Given the finite funding available for CalHFA programs, expanding program eligibility must be carefully considered within the broader context of the annual state budget to ensure we manage our resources effectively.” A Closer Look at Assembly Bill 1840 Source: AsmArambula/X Assemblymember Dr. Joaquin Arambula spearheaded the bill that promised no-interest loans up to $150,000 for eligible first-time homebuyers—immigration status notwithstanding.  His vision…