The questions swirling around Washington these days about executive authority and Senate confirmation just got a whole lot more complicated, and the American people deserve to know what is happening inside their government. A federal judge made a decision Saturday that strikes at the heart of how presidential appointments work in this country. U.S. District Court Judge Royce … [Read more...] about Court Rules Trump’s Media Agency Pick Lacked Authority to Fire VOA Staff
Former DHS Secretary Noem Takes On New Role Following Turbulent Tenure
Courage comes in many forms, and sometimes it means accepting a new assignment when the first one does not work out as planned. Kristi Noem stood before attendees at the Shield of the Americas summit in Doral, Florida, on Saturday and demonstrated exactly that kind of grace under pressure. The outgoing Department of Homeland Security Secretary thanked President Donald Trump … [Read more...] about Former DHS Secretary Noem Takes On New Role Following Turbulent Tenure
California Governor Attacks Noem Over Stalled Wildfire Relief Funds
The battle lines are drawn in what has become an increasingly bitter dispute over disaster relief funding, with California's governor launching a scathing attack on the outgoing Homeland Security Secretary while hundreds of millions in wildfire recovery dollars remain in bureaucratic limbo. Governor Gavin Newsom has demanded the immediate release of more than $500 million in … [Read more...] about California Governor Attacks Noem Over Stalled Wildfire Relief Funds
Texas Congressman Ends Reelection Bid After Admitting Affair With Deceased Former Staffer
The political career of Texas Representative Tony Gonzales came to an abrupt halt Thursday, a stark reminder that in Washington, personal failings can still carry consequences even in these turbulent times. Gonzales announced he would not seek reelection to represent Texas's 23rd Congressional District, ending what had become an increasingly untenable position for both the … [Read more...] about Texas Congressman Ends Reelection Bid After Admitting Affair With Deceased Former Staffer
Seventh Circuit Overturns Restrictions on Border Enforcement Operations in Major Legal Win
The wheels of justice turned in favor of law enforcement this week, and the implications stretch far beyond the Windy City. A federal appeals court delivered a significant victory to the Trump administration on Thursday, lifting restrictions that had hampered immigration enforcement operations in Chicago. The ruling from the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals represents more … [Read more...] about Seventh Circuit Overturns Restrictions on Border Enforcement Operations in Major Legal Win
