Author: Georgia McKoy

The Florida Supreme Court just handed Governor Ron DeSantis a big win, supporting his move to oust a prosecutor with connections to George Soros.  The court’s decision came down hard against State Attorney Monique Worrell, endorsing DeSantis’ claim of her “dereliction of duty.” The Roots of the Controversy Source: MoniqueHWorrell/X Governor DeSantis charged Monique Worrell with a failure to effectively prosecute crime, labeling it as “dereliction of duty.”  This led to her suspension and sparked her legal fight for reinstatement, during which she claimed her removal was an overreach of DeSantis’ powers. A Door Closed for Worrell Source: Wikimedia Commons…

Senator Jeff Merkley didn’t hold back in a recent Senate hearing when he called the progress of a $5 billion federal initiative to deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging stations “pathetic.”  Despite the 2021 launch, only seven stations have been installed so far, a shockingly low number given the Biden Administration’s ambitious goals to cut greenhouse gas emissions through increased EV use. Roadblocks at Rest Stops Source: Wikimedia Commons During discussions, Senator Merkley highlighted an unexpected snag: current federal regulations bar EV charging stations at highway rest stops.  This rule creates a significant gap in the necessary infrastructure, making it tougher…

Hillary Clinton’s recent social media tribute to D-Day stirred quite a storm. On the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings, she linked the historic fight for democracy with the act of voting today.  Her post read, “Eighty years ago today, thousands of brave Americans fought to protect democracy on the shores of Normandy. This November, all we have to do is vote.” A Clash of History and Politics Source: Wikimedia Commons Conservatives did not take kindly to Clinton’s post, finding her comparison between WWII sacrifices and modern voting deeply inappropriate.  RedState’s Bonchie expressed his dismay vividly: “Just pure evil. Comparing…

A former White House physician who now serves as a Republican lawmaker has publicly questioned President Joe Biden’s mental fitness, suggesting it poses a national security threat.  “He’s got significant issues, he shouldn’t have the job. You know, it’s a national security issue for us,” Rep. Ronny Jackson stated in an interview with Fox News Digital. Journal Report Triggers Debate on Biden’s Fitness Source: POTUS/X The debate intensified following a detailed report in The Wall Street Journal, which was based on interviews with 45 individuals conducted over several months.  The report suggests that interactions with congressional leaders and others revealed…

Texas is venturing into the financial sector with its own stock exchange, the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), based in Dallas.  This new platform aims to compete directly with the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq by offering a less regulated environment. It seeks to attract global companies that prefer lighter regulatory burdens compared to those found in New York. Texas Rolls Out the Welcome Mat for CEOs Source: Wikimedia Commons In an era where companies are often regulated by stringent compliance and diversity mandates, the Texas Stock Exchange presents itself as a breath of fresh air.  It’s carving out a…

It’s been a turbulent week for the Colorado GOP after they sent out an email claiming “God Hates Pride,” along with a video called “God Hates Flags.”  This move has sparked a wave of criticism for its negative portrayal of the LGBTQ community, relying on stereotypes that have long been denounced by civil rights advocates. Colorado GOP Doubles Down Amid Backlash Source: Wikimedia Commons Instead of dialing back, the Colorado GOP pushed their message further by announcing on X, formerly Twitter: “Burn all the #pride flags this June.”  This bold declaration has only intensified the scrutiny and condemnation from both…

Residents of Morgan Hill, California, woke up to a disturbing scene at the local veterans’ memorial. The US flag was found burned and a plaque commemorating fallen soldiers was defaced.  The incident has shaken the community that gathers here each year to honor veterans on Memorial Day and Veterans Day. The Heart of Morgan Hill’s Commemoration Source: Veterans Memorial Morgan Hill, CA/Facebook The Morgan Hill Veterans Memorial, where the vandalism occurred, serves as a focal point for the city’s Memorial Day and Veterans Day services.  The memorial is not only a place of remembrance but also a symbol of the…

The Republican National Convention made a notable mistake by displaying a photo of Ho Chi Minh City instead of Milwaukee on its website.  This error was identified by a Boston Globe reporter, who pointed out the discrepancy on the social media platform X, leading to significant attention online. Reporter Discovers the Mistake Source: Wikimedia Commons Sam Brodey, a national politics reporter for the Boston Globe, brought the issue to light with his post on X, formerly Twitter, saying, “Was on the 2024 GOP convention website and saw it used a background image that… does not look like Milwaukee. Which makes…

A diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) trainer expressed concerns about the American flag, suggesting it might be becoming a symbol of “hate” and “extremism.”  This statement has ignited considerable debate among educators and the broader community about the symbolism of national icons in contemporary society. DEI Is in Decline Alexander Grey/Unsplash Throughout the US, schools, colleges, and universities have been abandoning their DEI initiatives due to a new policy where they are no longer being funded. One such group is the University of North Carolina System Board of Governors, who voted to remove all DEI initiatives from all universities in…

As President Biden tightens immigration controls at the southern border, some Democrats are voicing strong concerns.  The new executive order aims to limit daily migrant crossings, but it’s stirring up internal discord. Critics argue it veers too far, risking party unity during a pivotal election cycle. Biden’s Bold Move Source: POTUS/X While Biden’s executive order intends to curb illegal border crossings, it’s drawing fire from within his own party. Several Democrats feel the move compromises core values and caters too much to Republican pressures, setting off a storm of debate about the right balance between control and compassion. The Republican…