A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Monday sent a letter to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul asking that the Democrat ban “Students for Justice in Palestine,” a pro-Palestinian group whom they allege has “spewed hate and endorsed violence, from NY college campuses.” The letter, signed by more than three dozen …
Read More »Joe Manchin goes scorched-earth on Biden admin over EV actions boosting China
Democratic West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin scorched the Biden administration on Friday after it released federal guidance allowing Chinese companies to exploit taxpayer electric vehicle (EV) tax credits. Manchin, who chairs the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, said the guidance contravenes the intent of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act …
Read More »NY Dem tees up primary against 'Squad' member under fire for Israel stance, fire alarm fiasco
Westchester County, New York, Executive George Latimer officially filed federal paperwork to declare his candidacy for Congress, teeing up a Democrat primary challenge against “Squad” member Rep. Jamaal Bowman. Federal Election Commission documents reviewed online by Fox News Digital show Latimer filed a statement of candidacy for Congress on Monday. …
Read More »UN climate summit serving gourmet burgers, BBQ as it calls for Americans to stop eating meat
The ongoing United Nations COP28 climate summit in Dubai is offering a wide variety of gourmet food options from vendors who serve beef, even as it prepares a report that is expected to call for the West to reduce consumption of beef. According to the summit’s online portal, its food …
Read More »'Taste', 'decency' standards for South Dakota vanity plates unconstitutional, state admits
South Dakota officials will no longer deny applications for personalized license plates based on whether the plate’s message is deemed to be “offensive to good taste and decency,” following the state’s admission that the language is an unconstitutional violation of free speech rights. The change is part of a settlement …
Read More »Jordan says Hunter Biden made a 'huge change' by saying his father was 'not financially involved' in business
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan said Hunter Biden made a “huge change” by saying his father, President Biden, was “not financially involved” in his business dealings. Jordan’s comments came shortly after Hunter Biden defied his subpoena by not appearing for a deposition before the House Oversight Committee, and instead, …
Read More »Georgia GOP Rep. Drew Ferguson to depart Congress in 2024, opting out of reelection bid
Republican Rep. Drew Ferguson said Thursday he won’t seek reelection to his Georgia seat in 2024. “Julie and I look forward to spending more time with our children and grandchildren while continuing to work to keep Georgia the best state in America to live and do business,” Ferguson said in …
Read More »Supreme Court declines to issue expedited ruling on Trump immunity case
The Supreme Court on Friday declined to issue an expedited ruling on whether former President Donald Trump has immunity from prosecution related to the 2020 election interference case. Appellate courts are hearing the immunity case, but the Supreme Court ruled Friday that it would proceed as normal. Trump’s criminal trial …
Read More »New Mexico native will oversee the state's $49B savings portfolio amid windfall from petroleum
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A state cabinet secretary and former economist to the Legislature was selected Wednesday to oversee New Mexico’s $49 billion nest egg of savings and trust accounts at the State Investment Council. As state investment officer, Albuquerque native Jon Clark will oversee financial assets including the …
Read More »New Mexico lawmakers consider ban on oil and gas production near schools
A bill to ban oil and gas production within a mile of schools and day care centers across New Mexico is among the first published proposals as the state Legislature prepares for a 30-day session that could bring an overhaul to fundamental oil and gas regulations. Regulators in the No. …
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