Colleges & Universities
Along with up-to-date political coverage, Dome Politics takes the opportunity to post about issues, news, legislation, about Georgia’s universities and colleges
After President Donald Trump (R) signed an executive order banning all sex change operations for minors, Rep Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) is once again calling upon the 119th Congress to pass her Protect Children's Innocence Act. Rep. Greene introduced the bill in both the 117th and 118th Congress but stalled in committees. Ironically, it was […]
Justice for Laken: Trump Signs Laken Riley Act Into Law A Georgia college nursing student, Laken Riley, was brutally murdered by an illegal immigrant in February of 2024. This sparked national controversy as former President Joe Biden (D) received criticism for his handling of the southern border and lax illegal immigration policies. However, with President […]
Lawmakers from across the political spectrum are demanding answers and seeking accountability after a US Army helicopter crashed into an oncoming American Airlines (AA) passenger jet over the Potomac river in Washington, D.C. The AA flight was carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, 19 of which have already been confirmed deceased after the plane […]
Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) shared his thoughts on the passage of the first bill President Donald Trump (R) has signed into law, the Laken Riley Act. The bill immediately deports illegal immigrants who have been arrested for shoplifting, assault against police officers, and crimes that result in death or serious bodily injury. It also grants states […]
Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez (D) has been sentenced to 11 years in prison following his bribery and corruption conviction. Menendez, who served as New Jersey’s Senator from 2006 to 2024, accepted nearly $500,000 in cash, a luxury vehicle, home furnishings, and gold bars from the Egyptian government. Former Senator Menendez was also subjected […]
President Donald Trump (R) has signed the Laken Riley Act into law. The bill immediately deports illegal immigrants who have been arrested for shoplifting, assault against police officers, and crimes that result in death or serious bodily injury. It also grants states the ability to sue the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for injunctive relief if "immigration […]
Republican lawmakers are concluding a three-day retreat hosted at President Donald Trump’s National Doral golf course and hotel in Miami, Florida. The retreat was held for Republican members of the US House of Representatives and covered issues ranging from budgets, to campaigning, to homeland security, to education, and more. President Trump addressed the retreat during […]
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently laid out his vision for America’s Department of State during his 4-year mandate at its helm. Secretary Rubio, who claimed that leading the State Department was the “highest honor” of his life, underscored his strategy would be modelled towards bolstering America’s strength, safety, and prosperity. President Donald Trump’s appointment […]
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the Department of Defense to begin constructing a “next-generation missile defense shield” similar to Israel’s Iron Dome. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth thanked Trump for leading the Iron Dome initiative, construction of which is set to begin immediately. President Trump has previously claimed he would lead […]
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has conceded to President Donald Trump after the latter imposed a series of tariffs on Colombia for refusing to accept the US’ immigrant deportation flights. President Trump had levied tariffs on Colombia after President Petro prevented two illegal immigrant repatriation flights from landing in Colombia. “Petro’s denial of these flights has […]
Russian officials have disclosed President Vladimir Putin is awaiting President Donald Trump’s invitation to meet and discuss potential avenues for ending the Russia-Ukraine war. International media reported Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov disclosed President Putin “was waiting for signals” from President Trump to meet. "Putin is ready. We are waiting for signals (from Washington). Everyone is […]
Kemp Releases 'Winning is Contagious' State of the State Montage Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) has released a montage displaying the key moments of his State of the State Address, relaying the notion that "winning is contagious" and promising a fiscally conservative governance. Winning is contagious, and it’s what we’ll continue to do for hardworking Georgians. […]
Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth recently survived a Senate procedural vote enabling him to be considered for the Defense Secretary position. Hegseth obtained 51 votes in favor and 49 against, surpassing the procedural hurdle by razor thin margins. Hegseth’s final and decisive confirmation vote is scheduled for Friday, January 24th. Senate Majority leader John […]
Representative Mike Collins' (R-GA) pivotal legislation, the Laken Riley Act, has passed in both the House and the Senate and will head to President Donald Trump's (R) desk. The bill immediately deports illegal immigrants who have been arrested for shoplifting, assault against police officers, and crimes that result in death or serious bodily injury. It also […]
A recently introduced Georgia bill prohibiting schools to enable participation of biological males in sports reserved for biological females was publicly supported by Representative Marjory Taylor Greene (R-GA). While speaking to Dome Politics' Javier Manjarres, Representative Greene (R-GA) expressed her full support for the effort, which also prohibits public schools from permitting biological males to […]
President Donald Trump’s administration has ordered for the termination of all of the US government’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) offices and employees. The move comes hours after President Trump’s team shuttered the government’s official DEI website. An executive order signed by Trump on January 20th directed “the termination of all discriminatory programs, including illegal […]
President Donald Takes Office, Destroys Biden Legacy and Failed Policies Elections have consequences. President Donald Trump’s acceptance speech stung Presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama, as the 47th President savaged Biden administrations failed foreign and domestic policies.. All President Biden could do was sit there behind President Trump and take it on the chin. President Donald […]
Trump Issues Broad Pardon of January 6 Protestors; Commutes Sentences of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers
President Donald Trump issued a sweeping pardon forgiving all Americans charged and convicted for their involvement in the January 6, 2021 capitol attacks. The pardon also commuted the sentences of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leadership convicted for a series of crimes associated with the January 6 riots. Trump has referred to many of those […]