Trump Administration Pressures China on Tariff Negotiations

Trump Administration Pressures China on Tariff Negotiations

Mateo Guillamont
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April 28, 2025
President Donald Trump’s cabinet members are increasing public pressure on China as trade negotiations over bilateral tariffs unfold. President Trump recently announced he was raising tariffs on imports from China to 125% “effective immediately.” Trump and many Republicans have argued China engages in deceptive trade practices to unfairly attract trade to their shores, harming the […]
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Arrest of Milwaukee Circuit Judge Over Deportation Interference Divides Georgia Lawmakers

Arrest of Milwaukee Circuit Judge Over Deportation Interference Divides Georgia Lawmakers

James Swafford
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April 28, 2025
A circuit judge based out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin was arrested recently for interfering in the deportation of an undocumented migrant. The judge, Hannah Dugan, was arrested by the FBI under charges of obstruction and concealment.  The arrest has come as a result of the Trump administration’s commitment to enforcing border law. The administration is making […]
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US Strikes Houthi Detention Center, Promises Further Action

US Strikes Houthi Detention Center, Promises Further Action

Mateo Guillamont
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April 28, 2025
The US recently struck a Houthi-controlled prison in the latest wave of airstrikes against the terrorist group in Yemen.  According to Houthi media, the strikes killed dozens of individuals living or working at the detention center in Saada, Yemen.  The Houthis claim the US attacks killed a number of civilians, including African refugees, but this […]
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Hegseth Enacts

Hegseth Enacts "No More Walking on Eggshells Policy"

Mateo Guillamont
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April 25, 2025
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently signed a memorandum enacting internal reforms across the Department of Defense (DOD) relating to how the military handles equal opportunity complaints.  The memorandum, which Secretary Hegseth nicknamed the “No More Walking On Eggshells” policy, seeks to counteract specious Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaints.   According to Hegseth, unsupported EEO complaints […]
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Mike Collins Makes The Rounds Touring Ports, Channels, and Observing Water Infrastructure

Mike Collins Makes The Rounds Touring Ports, Channels, and Observing Water Infrastructure

James Swafford
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April 25, 2025
Representative Mike Collins (R) has made water infrastructure and water projects a new priority. It has been a consistent focus of his and this is evident by how often he travels to view the issue firsthand. Collins makes it a point to personally meet with people when he travels as well. Recently, Collins traveled to […]
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US Lawmakers Commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day

US Lawmakers Commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day

Mateo Guillamont
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April 24, 2025
US lawmakers across the political spectrum are commemorating Yom HaShoah, the Hebrew phrase for ‘Day of The Holocaust’ or Holocaust Remembrance Day. Holocaust Remembrance Day occurs every year in May or April, depending on the Hebrew calendar, and kicks off a week of Holocaust Victims Remembrance.  The state of Israel commemorated Yom HaShoah with numerous […]
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Governor Brian Kemp Attends Opening of Public Safety HQ and GA Tech Atrium

Governor Brian Kemp Attends Opening of Public Safety HQ and GA Tech Atrium

James Swafford
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April 24, 2025
Governor Kemp’s activity has been remarkable as of recently with signing important bills and making the rounds in Georgia. This time he made sure to attend the opening of a new facility at Georgia Tech University. He also attended the opening of a new headquarters for the Department of Public Safety.   First, GA Tech opened […]
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Hegseth Controversy Divides Georgia Lawmakers Along Party Lines: “He Must Resign”

Hegseth Controversy Divides Georgia Lawmakers Along Party Lines: “He Must Resign”

James Swafford
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April 24, 2025
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been wrapped up in yet another controversy. This time, the scandal is almost the same. It is alleged that more classified information has been leaked under his watch. In another unclassified Signal group chat, information related to strikes against the Houthis was leaked. Apparently, Hegseth’s family members had access to […]
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Louisiana Governor Landry Falls Short of Supporting Tort Reform, Gets Outpaced by Georgia's Kemp

Louisiana Governor Landry Falls Short of Supporting Tort Reform, Gets Outpaced by Georgia's Kemp

James Swafford
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April 23, 2025
Tort reform has been a popular agenda among lawmakers and a platform for candidates to run on. It often matters significantly because it could determine the cost of insurance for many people. Simply put, tort reform is a process by which laws dealing with civil injury are revised. Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia has managed […]
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Mexican President to Ban DHS Advertisements Against Illegal Immigration

Mexican President to Ban DHS Advertisements Against Illegal Immigration

Mateo Guillamont
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April 23, 2025
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced plans to ban recent advertisements aired by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in Mexico.  The DHS advertisements are designed to deter illegal immigration into the US and have been airing in Mexico in recent weeks.  DHS Secretary Kristi Noem is featured in the advertisements giving stern warnings to […]
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Trump Admin Continues Suffocating Iran as LNG Exports Are Blocked

Trump Admin Continues Suffocating Iran as LNG Exports Are Blocked

Mateo Guillamont
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April 22, 2025
President Donald Trump continues pressuring Iran amidst ongoing negotiations over the latter’s nuclear weapons development programs.  President Trump recently began negotiations with Iran to halt their development of nuclear weapons. The negotiations began as Trump directed the White House to execute a “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran. Since then, the Trump administration has leveraged American […]
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Governor Brian Kemp Takes Action on Tort Reform Signing Two New Bills Into Law

Governor Brian Kemp Takes Action on Tort Reform Signing Two New Bills Into Law

James Swafford
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April 22, 2025
Governor Brian Kemp signed two new bills into law that directly address tort reform. The first is Senate bill (SB) 68 and the second is SB 69.  First, SB 68 provides substantive and comprehensive revision of codes regarding civil practice, damages, and liability in tort actions. It amends official Georgia Code relating to civil practice, […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Work to Address Small Businesses, Energy, and Civil Rights History

Georgia Lawmakers Work to Address Small Businesses, Energy, and Civil Rights History

James Swafford
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April 22, 2025
Georgia lawmakers have been working to make progress to address multiple issues. The issues are varied and include small business regulation, energy dominance, and a new civil rights historic site. First, representative Brian Jack (R) met with the Small Business Administrator, Kelly Loeffler. He welcomed her to his district in Troup county. They set up […]
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Governor Brian Kemp Comments on Recent Officer-Involved Shootings and Tragic Accident

Governor Brian Kemp Comments on Recent Officer-Involved Shootings and Tragic Accident

James Swafford
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April 21, 2025
Over the past few days, the law enforcement community has endured a great deal of hardship. First, a Lieutenant of South Fulton Police Department named Helio Garcia passed away after a car crash. Second, two officer-involved shootings have left two officers critically injured. Governor Brian Kemp has made sure to comment on all of these […]
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THE FUZZY PEACH—4.21.2025—Public Safety, Welfare, Environmentalism—Kemp Signs Tax Bills—Much More

THE FUZZY PEACH—4.21.2025—Public Safety, Welfare, Environmentalism—Kemp Signs Tax Bills—Much More

Jackson Bakich
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April 21, 2025
Public Safety, Welfare, and Environmentalism Made New Priorities by Georgia Lawmakers Georgia lawmakers in Congress have been busy working on multiple fronts. They have worked to advance different initiatives related to public safety, the environment, and government assistance. To start, Representative Brian Jack (R) recently met with air traffic controllers of Atlanta. He toured around […]
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US Military Destroys Strategic Houthi Port

US Military Destroys Strategic Houthi Port

Mateo Guillamont
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April 18, 2025
The US military has announced the destruction of the Houthi-controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port. US Central Command (CENTCOM) recently reported the port’s destruction, caused by US air strikes.  CENTCOM alleged the strikes were surgical and intended to deprive the Houthis of revenue from illicit oil and shipping sales.  “The objective of these strikes was to […]
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New Tax Bills Signed by Governor Brian Kemp Grant Tax Credits and Lower Taxes

New Tax Bills Signed by Governor Brian Kemp Grant Tax Credits and Lower Taxes

James Swafford
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April 18, 2025
Governor Brian Kemp has recently signed two new bills concerning taxation in Georgia. The bills are focused on reducing the rate of taxes and providing tax credits. These new bills come after the close of the legislative session.  The first bill is House bill (HB) 111. This bill relates to the imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, […]
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Public Safety, Welfare, and Environmentalism Made New Priorities by Georgia Lawmakers

Public Safety, Welfare, and Environmentalism Made New Priorities by Georgia Lawmakers

James Swafford
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April 18, 2025
Georgia lawmakers in Congress have been busy working on multiple fronts. They have worked to advance different initiatives related to public safety, the environment, and government assistance. To start, Representative Brian Jack (R) recently met with air traffic controllers of Atlanta. He toured around a control facility and held conversations with three different labor unions.  […]
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