THE FUZZY PEACH—3.31.2025—Tech, Finance, Government Affairs—MTG Scolds NPR, PBS CEOs—Much More

THE FUZZY PEACH—3.31.2025—Tech, Finance, Government Affairs—MTG Scolds NPR, PBS CEOs—Much More

Jackson Bakich
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March 31, 2025
Georgia General Assembly Addresses Tech, Finance, and Governmental Affairs A number of different committees of the Georgia General Assembly discussed topics important to Georgians. These committees were from both the House and Senate and addressed taxes, grants, and intragovernmental coordination. First, the House Technology and Infrastructure Committee discussed two different bills. They began with Senate […]
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Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Teeters as Israel Responds to Attacks

Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Teeters as Israel Responds to Attacks

Mateo Guillamont
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March 28, 2025
The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah is on the verge of collapse as the two parties recently traded fire after projectiles were launched at Northern Israel from Lebanon.  President Donald Trump’s diplomatic team, in conjunction with former President Joe Biden’s outgoing staff, brokered a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah last November. The agreement […]
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Bipartisan Letter Urges FIFA to Curb Human Trafficking at '26 World Cup

Bipartisan Letter Urges FIFA to Curb Human Trafficking at '26 World Cup

Jackson Bakich
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March 28, 2025
Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Jon Ossoff (D-GA), and 13 other United States Senators have called on the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA, the international governing body of soccer) to disclose all information regarding their steps to curb human trafficking at the host cities of the 2026 World […]
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Takes Aim at NPR and PBS at Recent DOGE Committee

Marjorie Taylor Greene Takes Aim at NPR and PBS at Recent DOGE Committee

James Swafford
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March 28, 2025
In a recent exchange with a reporter, President Trump expressed his opinion on NPR and PBS receiving taxpayer funds. Trump stated that the funds were wasted on biased entities like them. On the question of defunding them, he stated, “I would love to do that. I think it's very unfair, it's been very biased — […]
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Georgia General Assembly Addresses Tech, Finance, and Governmental Affairs

Georgia General Assembly Addresses Tech, Finance, and Governmental Affairs

James Swafford
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March 28, 2025
A number of different committees of the Georgia General Assembly discussed topics important to Georgians. These committees were from both the House and Senate and addressed taxes, grants, and intragovernmental coordination. First, the House Technology and Infrastructure Committee discussed two different bills. They began with Senate Bill (SB) 111, also known as the Georgia Consumer […]
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THE FUZZY PEACH—3.28.2025—Georgia's First National Park?—Democrats Pounce on Hegseth—Much More

THE FUZZY PEACH—3.28.2025—Georgia's First National Park?—Democrats Pounce on Hegseth—Much More

Jackson Bakich
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March 28, 2025
Ossoff, Warnock, Scott Introduce Bill to Establish Georgia's First National Park Senators Jon Ossoff (D-GA), Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Representatives Austin Scott (R-GA), and Sanford Bishop (D-GA) have introduced legislation to establish Georgia's first national park and preserve. The bill, known as the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act, would federally protect the area […]
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Ossoff, Warnock, Scott Introduce Bill to Establish Georgia's First National Park

Ossoff, Warnock, Scott Introduce Bill to Establish Georgia's First National Park

Jackson Bakich
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March 28, 2025
Senators Jon Ossoff (D-GA), Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Representatives Austin Scott (R-GA), and Sanford Bishop (D-GA) have introduced legislation to establish Georgia's first national park and preserve. The bill, known as the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act, would federally protect the area in Macon, Georgia. According to Sen. Ossoff, the lands are a […]
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Senate Democrats Slam Trump Administration For Chat Leak: 'Pete Hegseth Must be Fired'

Senate Democrats Slam Trump Administration For Chat Leak: 'Pete Hegseth Must be Fired'

James Swafford
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March 27, 2025
  The Trump administration has been under fire for the alleged leak of classified material to a journalist. The Signal chat leak has been a disaster for the Trump administration with many calling for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to be fired.  Top Republicans have come to the administration's defense explaining how no classified information was […]
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THE FUZZY PEACH—3.27.2025—Industry, Regulation, Transgender Issues—School Zone Camera Debate Rages On—Much More

THE FUZZY PEACH—3.27.2025—Industry, Regulation, Transgender Issues—School Zone Camera Debate Rages On—Much More

Jackson Bakich
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March 27, 2025
Georgia General Assembly Tackles Transgender Issues and Passes Other Bills on Industry and Regulation Various committees of the Georgia General Assembly passed a number of different bills. The most notable ones addressed issues related to transgenderism. The House focused on that issue while the Senate addressed other problems.  First, the House Agriculture and Consumer Affairs […]
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Georgia General Assembly Passes Bills on Public Safety and Transportation

Georgia General Assembly Passes Bills on Public Safety and Transportation

James Swafford
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March 27, 2025
A number of different committees within the Georgia General Assembly convened to discuss and pass new bills. The House and Senate focused on issues relating to public safety and transportation.  The House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee began with Senate Bill (SB) 29. This bill allows for the collection of DNA samples of individuals […]
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Georgia General Assembly Tackles Transgender Issues and Passes Other Bills on Industry and Regulation

Georgia General Assembly Tackles Transgender Issues and Passes Other Bills on Industry and Regulation

James Swafford
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March 26, 2025
  Various committees of the Georgia General Assembly passed a number of different bills. The most notable ones addressed issues related to transgenderism. The House focused on that issue while the Senate addressed other problems.  First, the House Agriculture and Consumer Affairs Committee passed a new resolution. House Resolution (HR)  368 creates a joint study […]
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Republicans Circle Wagons Around Trump Admin After Chat Leak

Republicans Circle Wagons Around Trump Admin After Chat Leak

Mateo Guillamont
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March 26, 2025
Republican lawmakers are defending President Donald Trump’s administration as they face criticism for enabling a leak of military information after granting a journalist access to a private channel used by top defense and intelligence officials.  The Atlantic’s Editor in Chief Jeffrey Goldberg recently claimed he was added to a Signal chat with top Trump administration […]
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Crockett Addresses 'Governor Hot Wheels' Comment about Abbott

Crockett Addresses 'Governor Hot Wheels' Comment about Abbott

Jackson Bakich
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March 26, 2025
Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) has responded to criticism concerning her comments about Governor Greg Abbott (R-TX). At a Human Rights Campaign event, Rep. Crockett referred to Gov. Abbot as "Governor Hot Wheels" and a "hot ass mess." Gov. Abbott has used a wheelchair since 1984 after he was hit by a falling tree while jogging. […]
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THE FUZZY PEACH—3.26.2025—Education, Retirement, Economic Development—School Zone Camera Debate Rages On—Much More

THE FUZZY PEACH—3.26.2025—Education, Retirement, Economic Development—School Zone Camera Debate Rages On—Much More

Jackson Bakich
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March 26, 2025
Georgia General Assembly Passes Bills on Education, Retirement, and Economic Development Various committees of the Georgia General Assembly came together to discuss a number of different bills. Committees of both the House and Senate convened to address issues important to Georgians.  First, the Senate Economic Development and Tourism Committee convened to discuss the entertainment industry. […]
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Georgia General Assembly Passes Bills on Education, Retirement, and Economic Development

Georgia General Assembly Passes Bills on Education, Retirement, and Economic Development

James Swafford
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March 25, 2025
Various committees of the Georgia General Assembly came together to discuss a number of different bills. Committees of both the House and Senate convened to address issues important to Georgians.  First, the Senate Economic Development and Tourism Committee convened to discuss the entertainment industry. House bill (HB) 14 was the only bill on their agenda […]
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School Camera Debate Heats Up

School Camera Debate Heats Up

Javier Manjarres
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March 25, 2025
The heated debate over school zone speed cameras has reached a boiling point at the Gold Dome, highlighted by an unusual 6 a.m. hearing last week before the Senate Public Safety subcommittee of First Responders and intensifying into fervent behind-the-scenes discussions. While gutting the program entirely seems unlikely, It appears as if at the heart […]
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THE FUZZY PEACH—3.25.2025—Public Safety, Motor Vehicles, Tech—Food Stamp Skirmish—Much More

THE FUZZY PEACH—3.25.2025—Public Safety, Motor Vehicles, Tech—Food Stamp Skirmish—Much More

Jackson Bakich
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March 25, 2025
Georgia General Assembly Passes Bills on Public Safety, Motor Vehicles, and Technology  A number of different bills within the Georgia General Assembly have been passed on to the Rules Committee. Committees from both the House and Senate of the Assembly participated in this process. The Senate Public Safety Committee had a strong start with four […]
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Georgia General Assembly Passes Bills on Public Safety, Motor Vehicles, and Technology

Georgia General Assembly Passes Bills on Public Safety, Motor Vehicles, and Technology

James Swafford
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March 24, 2025
A number of different bills within the Georgia General Assembly have been passed on to the Rules Committee. Committees from both the House and Senate of the Assembly participated in this process. The Senate Public Safety Committee had a strong start with four different bills. They began with House Bill (HB) 238. This bill authorizes […]
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