US Returns to Embassy in Syria After 13-Year Hiatus

US Returns to Embassy in Syria After 13-Year Hiatus

Mateo Guillamont
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May 30, 2025
The US is restarting diplomatic operations in its embassy in Damascus, Syria, as relations between Syria’s interim government and the US improve.  The embassy had been closed since February 2012 due to internal conflict and violence caused by former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s government. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported how “Ambassador Thomas Barrack raised […]
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Israel Fends Off Continued Missile Attacks

Israel Fends Off Continued Missile Attacks

Mateo Guillamont
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May 27, 2025
Israel's Defense Forces (IDF) recently reported missile fire from Yemen targeting Israeli civilians across Jerusalem. The missile attacks mark the latest act of aggression from Houthi terrorists against Israel. The Houthis, an Iran-backed Yemeni terror group, have been targeting US, Israeli, and allies’ ships since Hamas’ October 7th, 2023 attacks. Houthi forces have orchestrated drone […]
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Trump Admin Sanctions Mexican 'Terrorist' Gangs

Trump Admin Sanctions Mexican 'Terrorist' Gangs

Mateo Guillamont
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May 23, 2025
The US Treasury Department recently announced sanctions against members of terrorist criminal gang organizations in Mexico. The sanctions target members of cartels President Donald Trump designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTO). Designating the cartels as FTOs was one of President Trump’s campaign promises, and it was something conservatives had long urged former President Joe Biden […]
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House Passage of Big, Beautiful Bill Draws Criticism From Georgia Democrats and Rep. Andrew Clyde

House Passage of Big, Beautiful Bill Draws Criticism From Georgia Democrats and Rep. Andrew Clyde

James Swafford
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May 22, 2025
The House of Representatives passed the big, beautiful bill by a vote of 215-214. All but three Republicans voted for it, while every single Democrat voted against it. Every Republican from Georgia voted for it, while every Democrat voted against it.  Georgia Democrats criticized the bill as cruel and life-threatening. Rep. Andrew Clyde (R) stands […]
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Uproar After Anti-Semitic Shooting in Washington DC

Uproar After Anti-Semitic Shooting in Washington DC

Mateo Guillamont
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May 22, 2025
A shooting perpetrated by a pro-Palestine activist recently killed a young couple working for the Israeli embassy. Israel embassy staff Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn were murdered in front of the Capital Jewish Museum by Elias Rodriguez, who shouted “Free Palestine” during the assassination. The murder has festered tensions over the increasingly intensifying Israel-Hamas war. […]
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Lawmakers React as Trump Unveils Plans for 'Golden Dome'

Lawmakers React as Trump Unveils Plans for 'Golden Dome'

Mateo Guillamont
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May 21, 2025
President Donald Trump recently announced his administration was taking initial steps in designing and building a missile defense system or 'dome' for the continental US. Last January, President Trump signed an executive order mandating that the Department of Defense (DOD) create a system to intercept aerial projectiles launched at the US. Citing similar failed initiatives […]
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DOJ Charges Democrat Lawmaker For Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers

DOJ Charges Democrat Lawmaker For Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers

Mateo Guillamont
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May 20, 2025
Department of Justice (DOJ) US Attorney Alina Habba recently announced that she was filing charges against Democrat Representative LaMonica McIver (NJ) after the latter had an altercation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Attorney Habba filed charges against Representative McIver for the latter’s alleged “assaulting, impeding and interfering with law enforcement.” Habba claims the […]
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Former FBI Director Comey Could Face Jail Time After Alleged Threat to Trump

Former FBI Director Comey Could Face Jail Time After Alleged Threat to Trump

Mateo Guillamont
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May 16, 2025
Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey could face jail time after investigations were launched into social media messages he recently posted, seemingly calling for the murder of President Donald Trump.  Director Comey, a consistent critic of the Trump administration, posted a picture of seashells arranged to read ‘86 47’ on his Instagram.  […]
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House of Representatives Passes Bills on Law Enforcement, National Parks, and Antisemitism

House of Representatives Passes Bills on Law Enforcement, National Parks, and Antisemitism

James Swafford
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May 15, 2025
The House of Representatives has convened this week to pass several bills, bills that vary on issue— Law enforcement, national parks, and antisemitism were the focuses of these bills.  First, the House passed House Resolution (HR) 2215. The bill is also known as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act. The […]
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Trump On Verge of Striking Nuclear Deal With Iran

Trump On Verge of Striking Nuclear Deal With Iran

Mateo Guillamont
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May 15, 2025
President Donald Trump recently announced the US and Iran are close to signing an agreement over the latter’s nuclear development programs.  Referencing reports announcing Iran’s preliminary agreement to the US’s proposed terms for a nuclear agreement, President Trump said. "You probably read today the story about Iran having sort of agreed to the terms. They're not […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Confront Multiple Issues With Collaboration and Investigation

Georgia Lawmakers Confront Multiple Issues With Collaboration and Investigation

James Swafford
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May 14, 2025
Georgia lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have been working on a multitude of projects. Republicans have collaborated with their colleagues to secure new initiatives. Democrats have launched investigations and secured necessary resources.  First, Rep. Rich McCormick (R) has joined up with other congressmen on the issue of visa renewals. In a letter to […]
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Democratic Party Messaging: What Will the Strategy be For Upcoming Races?

Democratic Party Messaging: What Will the Strategy be For Upcoming Races?

James Swafford
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May 13, 2025
The 2026 midterm elections will feature important races at both the federal and state levels. The U.S. Senate race and the governor’s race will be the two most important for Georgia voters. Will Democratic Party messaging differ for these races, or will it stay the same? Democrats will have to present themselves as having something […]
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Congressional Lawmakers Divided on China Trade Deal: ‘Another Promise Made and Another Promise Kept’

Congressional Lawmakers Divided on China Trade Deal: ‘Another Promise Made and Another Promise Kept’

James Swafford
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May 12, 2025
Representatives from the U.S. and China have agreed to a new trade deal that rolls back most tariffs. The U.S. agreed to lower its tariffs on Chinese goods. China agreed to lower its tariffs on American goods. Congressional lawmakers, however, are deeply divided over the deal. The divide is mostly along party lines, as usual. […]
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Trump Signs Bills Sponsored by Georgia Congressmen on Biden-Era Regulation

Trump Signs Bills Sponsored by Georgia Congressmen on Biden-Era Regulation

James Swafford
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May 12, 2025
President Trump recently signed two bills sponsored by Georgia congressmen. Both bills sought to repeal Biden-era regulation. The first was sponsored by Rep. Brian Jack, and the second was sponsored by Rep. Andrew Clyde.  First, Jack’s bill was H.J. Resolution 20. This bill acted as a formal disapproval of a rule submitted by the Department […]
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Trump Announces Pharmaceutical Drug Price Controls

Trump Announces Pharmaceutical Drug Price Controls

Mateo Guillamont
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May 12, 2025
President Donald Trump recently announced plans to sign an executive order that will peg the price of medical drugs to that of the country with the lowest price in the world.  In a Truth Social post, President Trump explained that his initiative would cut medical drug prices by 30% to 80%. The US has a […]
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House Passes Gulf of America Act and Other Bills on Crime and Higher Education

House Passes Gulf of America Act and Other Bills on Crime and Higher Education

James Swafford
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May 9, 2025
The House of Representatives passed three new bills, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Gulf of America Act. The other bills addressed crime and higher education. Specifically, the bills addressed organ harvesting and higher education’s relationship with Chinese entities.  First, the House passed House Resolution (HR) 1503, also known as the Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act. […]
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SCOTUS Temporarily Allows Military Transgender Ban

SCOTUS Temporarily Allows Military Transgender Ban

Mateo Guillamont
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May 9, 2025
The US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) has temporarily permitted the continuation of the US military’s recent policy of banning transgender individuals from joining the military.  A recent SCOTUS ruling enables the Department of Defense (DOD) to continue prohibiting the entry of transgender individuals into the military despite a district court decision invalidating the policy.  The district […]
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Leads the Charge in New DOGE Initiative: “This is Sick!”

Marjorie Taylor Greene Leads the Charge in New DOGE Initiative: “This is Sick!”

James Swafford
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May 8, 2025
The DOGE subcommittee held a hearing recently to investigate USA Fencing. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene led the charge in this hearing by lambasting the organization and its representatives. The growing issue of transgender participation in female sports continues. This comes after a female fencer was disqualified from competition after taking a knee. She did this […]
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