House of Representatives Denounces Antisemitism and Passes Bills on Business and Transportation

House of Representatives Denounces Antisemitism and Passes Bills on Business and Transportation

James Swafford
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June 12, 2025
The House of Representatives moved forward with two resolutions and three new bills. Both resolutions denounce antisemitism, while the bills focus on transportation and small businesses. House Resolution (HR) 488 is the first resolution. It denounces the terrorist attack that occurred in Boulder, Colorado.  HR 481 condemns the rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish […]
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Israel Battles Houthis While Trump Admin. Sidelines Conflict

Israel Battles Houthis While Trump Admin. Sidelines Conflict

Mateo Guillamont
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June 10, 2025
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) recently struck Houthi assets in the Hudaydah Port in Yemen as a response to ongoing daily Houthi attacks on Israel’s citizenry.  According to IDF reports, the Hudaya port was targeted because it “is used to transfer weapons and to exploit civilian infrastructure to advance terrorist activities.”  Civilians allegedly received warnings […]
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Cuba and Venezuela Included in Trump's Middle-East Travel Ban

Cuba and Venezuela Included in Trump's Middle-East Travel Ban

Mateo Guillamont
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June 5, 2025
President Donald Trump recently imposed a travel moratorium on several Middle Eastern countries plus Cuba and Venezuela.  President Trump justified the travel ban by arguing that the countries included fail to cooperate with the US government’s immigration proceedings. The travel ban includes blanket prohibition on all immigrants from 12 states and partial prohibitions on immigrants […]
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Elon Musk Slams Big Beautiful Bill, Calling it an Abomination; Speaker Johnson and Rep. Greene Respond

Elon Musk Slams Big Beautiful Bill, Calling it an Abomination; Speaker Johnson and Rep. Greene Respond

James Swafford
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June 4, 2025
Former special government employee Elon Musk has come out on X, slamming the big, beautiful bill as an abomination. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R) responded by defending the bill. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R) responded with criticism and reluctant support for it.  Musk stated his criticism as if he had been holding back for a […]
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Rubio Attacks Officials Complicit in Cuba's Forced Labor Scheme

Rubio Attacks Officials Complicit in Cuba's Forced Labor Scheme

Mateo Guillamont
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June 4, 2025
State Secretary Marco Rubio recently announced the State Department will be restricting the Visas of foreign government officials partaking in Cuba’s medical doctors forced labor initiatives.  For months, reports have alleged that the Communist Cuban regime is profiting off the forced labor of Cuban doctors.  More than 40,000 Cuban doctors are reportedly spread worldwide in […]
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Georgia Representatives: What Have They Worked on During Congressional Hiatus?

Georgia Representatives: What Have They Worked on During Congressional Hiatus?

James Swafford
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June 3, 2025
Georgia's congressional delegation was especially active in multiple areas this week, focusing on issues that include technology, foreign policy, domestic policy, and economics. First, Rep. Buddy Carter (R) joined up with other Georgia Republicans to endorse Josh McKoon for Chairman of the Georgia GOP. President Trump also endorsed McKoon for the role.  Every Republican representative […]
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Lawmakers Denounce New Antisemitic Attack in Colorado

Lawmakers Denounce New Antisemitic Attack in Colorado

Mateo Guillamont
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June 2, 2025
Lawmakers are condemning a recent antisemitic attack in Boulder, Colorado, against pro-Israeli demonstrators rallying in support of efforts to release the remaining hostages in Gaza.  During the rally, Mohamed Sabry Soliman approached and began setting protestors and nearby areas on fire after shouting “Free Palestine!” Soliman’s attacks left eight injured with no reported deaths.  The […]
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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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Attorney General Chris Carr Cracks Down on Gangs, Scams, and Artificial Intelligence

Attorney General Chris Carr Cracks Down on Gangs, Scams, and Artificial Intelligence

James Swafford
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May 30, 2025
Attorney General Chris Carr has expressed his intention to crack down on different crimes. Gangs, scams, and AI are Carr’s new targets after recent developments involving all three. First, a new scam text has been sent to a large number of Georgians. The text originates from a scammer who claims to be from the Georgia […]
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Carter Moves to Strengthen Senate Run; McCormick Pushes for Nuclear Power

Carter Moves to Strengthen Senate Run; McCormick Pushes for Nuclear Power

James Swafford
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May 29, 2025
Georgia representatives have been busy tackling multiple issues, including energy and the upcoming Senate race. Since his senatorial announcement, Rep Buddy Carter has made it a point to advertise his campaign on social media. Rep. Rich McCormick has professed support for nuclear power.  Rep. Carter’s campaign has so far been an effort to differentiate himself […]
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The Protect Children’s Innocence Act: Where is Greene’s Bill and What Does It Do?

The Protect Children’s Innocence Act: Where is Greene’s Bill and What Does It Do?

James Swafford
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May 29, 2025
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R) has prioritized tackling transgenderism as a part of her agenda. Greene’s main method of combating this issue has been the introduction of the Protect Children’s Innocence Act. However, the bill seems to be stuck in some limbo.  First, the bill bans practices that are considered part of gender-affirming care. It […]
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Governor Kemp’s Agreement With Georgia Power Called Into Question Over Extreme Profiting

Governor Kemp’s Agreement With Georgia Power Called Into Question Over Extreme Profiting

James Swafford
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May 28, 2025
Governor Brian Kemp recently reached an agreement with Georgia Power to freeze energy rates for three years. Kemp celebrated it as a win for Georgians and the state’s image. However, it has been sharply criticized with claims of extreme profiting. A recent press release details how profitable Georgia Power is. According to the Federal Energy […]
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Governor Brian Kemp Works With Georgia Power and Mercedes-Benz to Freeze Rates and Bring Business

Governor Brian Kemp Works With Georgia Power and Mercedes-Benz to Freeze Rates and Bring Business

James Swafford
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May 27, 2025
Gov. Brian Kemp continues to focus on Georgia’s economic development. His recent agreement with Georgia Power and his partnership with Mercedes-Benz highlight this commitment. Energy prices are set to stay the same, and more business is expected to come to Metro Atlanta.  First, Kemp has reached an agreement with Georgia Power to freeze energy rates […]
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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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House Passes ANCHOR Act and Georgia Legislation Review: What Was Passed and What Does it Mean?

House Passes ANCHOR Act and Georgia Legislation Review: What Was Passed and What Does it Mean?

James Swafford
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May 26, 2025
Besides the big, beautiful bill, the House also passed House Resolution (HR) 1223, also known as the Anchor Act. More bills were signed by Gov. Brian Kemp, focusing on different aspects of state education. First, the ANCHOR Act, HR 1223, is also known as the Accelerating Networking, Cyberinfrastructure, and Hardware for Oceanic Research Act. The […]
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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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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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