Trump’s State of the Union Speech Will Address Economic Criticism

Trump’s State of the Union Speech Will Address Economic Criticism

Joseph Quesada
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February 24, 2026
President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver the 2026 State of the Union address on Feb. 24 at 9 PM ET. According to the Associated Press, President Trump will use the platform to promote the Trump administration’s immigration operations, his efforts to preserve his sweeping tariffs despite being struck down by the Supreme Court, his […]
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Burt Jones Announces the TPUSA Act as New 2026 Priority

Burt Jones Announces the TPUSA Act as New 2026 Priority

James Swafford
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February 24, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) recently announced a new priority for the 2026 Legislative Session, the True Patriotism and Universal Student Access (TPUSA) Act. The legislation is sponsored by Senator Ben Watson (R – Savannah) and is set to be introduced today.  While promoting the bill on X, Lt. Gov. Jones stated that this will […]
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Judge Bars Public Release of Jack Smith's Investigation Report

Judge Bars Public Release of Jack Smith's Investigation Report

Joseph Quesada
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February 23, 2026
A federal judge permanently barred the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) from unveiling special counsel Jack Smith’s final report into President Donald Trump’s alleged handling of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate after leaving his first term. Trump-appointed U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon authorized the president's request to conceal the report on the investigation, which […]
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Jason Dickerson Introduces Bill to Combat Chronic Absenteeism in Public Schools

Jason Dickerson Introduces Bill to Combat Chronic Absenteeism in Public Schools

James Swafford
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February 23, 2026
State Senator Jason T. Dickerson (R–Canton) recently introduced Senate Bill (SB) 513 to address chronic student absenteeism in Georgia public schools.  The State Senator issued a lengthy statement coinciding with the announcement, in which he discussed the importance of consistent school attendance. He pointed out how it’s one of the strongest predictors of future success […]
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NRSC Targets Senator Jon Ossoff with New AD on Immigration

NRSC Targets Senator Jon Ossoff with New AD on Immigration

James Swafford
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February 23, 2026
On the heels of President Donald Trump's visit to Georgia, the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) released a new digital ad on Senator Jon Ossoff’s (D-GA) congressional voting record.  Republicans accuse Sen. Ossoff of voting in lockstep with the Biden-Harris administration's "open border" policies, which let millions of illegals into the country, including Laken Riley's […]
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State Department Announces Foreign Relations of the United States Publication Digitization

State Department Announces Foreign Relations of the United States Publication Digitization

Joseph Quesada
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February 20, 2026
The Department of State (DoS) announced this week the release of Foreign Relations of the United States, 1958–1960, Volume V, Microfiche Supplement, American Republics, in a new digitized format. “This publication supplemented the print volume of Foreign Relations of the United States, 1958–1960, Volume V, American Republics,” according to the media note from the State Department’s […]
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Secretary Rubio Announces Visa Restrictions Against Chilean Officials

Secretary Rubio Announces Visa Restrictions Against Chilean Officials

Joseph Quesada
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February 20, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the U.S. Department of State (DoS) announced this week a response to Chilean officials who have sought to undermine regional security in the Western Hemisphere by imposing visa restrictions on several Chilean government officials. “Today, the Department of State is announcing it has taken steps to impose visa restrictions […]
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Secretary Marco Rubio Addresses Board of Peace in Washington, D.C.

Secretary Marco Rubio Addresses Board of Peace in Washington, D.C.

Joseph Quesada
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February 20, 2026
In a speech given at the Board of Peace Event in the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the crisis in Gaza, praising President Donald Trump for his efforts to achieve a resolution. "We want to talk a little bit about the strategic vision of this organization […]
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Jason Ridley Introduces Bill to Bar Public Officials with Financial Ties

Jason Ridley Introduces Bill to Bar Public Officials with Financial Ties

James Swafford
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February 20, 2026
State Representative Jason Ridley (R-Chatsworth) has introduced House Bill (HB) 1362, which would make anyone with a financial interest in the State of Georgia ineligible to hold public office. “For too long, wealthy insiders have used profits from massive state contracts to bankroll their political ambitions,” said Rep. Ridley. “This bill ensures that no one can […]
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Jon Ossoff Cosponsors the Buying American Cotton Act of 2025

Jon Ossoff Cosponsors the Buying American Cotton Act of 2025

James Swafford
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February 19, 2026
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) has cosponsored the bipartisan Buying American Cotton Act of 2025 to incentivize retailers to sell products made with U.S. cotton to boost demand for cotton grown in the U.S. He is the first Senate Democrat to support the bill.   In a recent comment, Sen. Ossoff clarified that cosponsoring this bill is […]
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Trump Says He Will Soon Decide Next Steps Regarding Iran

Trump Says He Will Soon Decide Next Steps Regarding Iran

Joseph Quesada
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February 19, 2026
President Donald Trump warned this week that he’ll decide whether the U.S. commences military action with Iran within the next 10 days, saying that “bad things will happen” if a “meaningful deal” is not achieved. During the Board of Peace event in Washington, President Trump shared that negotiations with Iranian representatives are ongoing, describing them […]
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Christopher Landau Will Co-Host Pacific Agenda Summit

Christopher Landau Will Co-Host Pacific Agenda Summit

Joseph Quesada
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February 19, 2026
The U.S. Department of State (DoS) announced this week that Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau and Commander of the U.S Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Adm. Samuel J. Paparo’s itinerary to Hawaii, Tonga, Fiji, and Samoa will co-host The Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security, and Shared Prosperity Summit at the East-West Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. “Deputy Secretary of State […]
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State Department Announces AI Package for Indo-Pacific Region

State Department Announces AI Package for Indo-Pacific Region

Joseph Quesada
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February 19, 2026
The U.S. Department of State (DoS) announced this week the start of a “competitive process” to grant up to $200 million in foreign aid funding that aims to back programs “to accelerate the deployment of secure, high-quality, and affordable handheld smartphone devices across the Indo-Pacific region.” “Through the Edge AI Package, the Department seeks innovative […]
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Buddy Carter Introduces Bill to Alleviate Nationwide Drug Shortages

Buddy Carter Introduces Bill to Alleviate Nationwide Drug Shortages

James Swafford
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February 19, 2026
Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA01) recently introduced the Growing America’s Pharmaceutical Supply Act, a bill that would alleviate drug shortages by giving outsourcing facilities the regulatory certainty needed to invest in producing these medications.  In a recent comment, Rep. Carter elaborated on the necessity of the bill, explaining how this regulatory uncertainty impacts more than just […]
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Democrats Plan to Skip Trump's State of the Union Address

Democrats Plan to Skip Trump's State of the Union Address

Joseph Quesada
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February 18, 2026
At least a dozen Democrats in both the Senate and House of Representatives have announced their intention to skip President Donald Trump’s State of the Union speech scheduled for Feb. 24, instead choosing to participate in a rally protesting his policies in the National Mall. Liberal groups MoveOn and MeidasTouch announced on Feb. 18 their […]
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Chris Carr Investigates Roblox For Reports of Child Exploitation

Chris Carr Investigates Roblox For Reports of Child Exploitation

James Swafford
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February 18, 2026
Attorney General Chris Carr recently launched an investigation into Roblox, an online gaming and chat platform used by millions of children and teens, to determine whether the company is violating state consumer protection laws and putting children at risk. In a statement, AG Carr remarked on the changing nature of predatory activity. As a father […]
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State Department Sanctions Nicaraguan Prison Official

State Department Sanctions Nicaraguan Prison Official

Joseph Quesada
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February 18, 2026
The U.S Department of State (DoS) announced this week that it will hold the Nicaraguan Murillo-Ortega Regime accountable for its Human Rights violations within the Maximum-Security prison La Modelo. The DoS will designate La Modelo’s Director, Roberto Clemente Guevara Gomez, for his connection to the abuse of political prisoners. “Today, the Department is taking action […]
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Burt Jones Calls on Schools to Apply for STEM Scholarship Program

Burt Jones Calls on Schools to Apply for STEM Scholarship Program

James Swafford
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February 18, 2026
The National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA) has opened the application period for the fifth annual Lt. Governors’ STEM Scholarship Program, awarding up to $1,000 for 12 schools in an effort to support STEM-related activities for youth.  Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) has publicly invited all Georgia schools to apply for this program and expressed pride […]
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