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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Governor Kemp Signs More Bills on Fiscal Year 2026, Government Regulation, and Bureaucracy

Governor Kemp Signs More Bills on Fiscal Year 2026, Government Regulation, and Bureaucracy

James Swafford
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May 9, 2025
Governor Kemp signed a new set of bills, following through on promises made. Some legislation cut spending, while others increased it in necessary areas. The bills concern government spending and bureaucratic management.  First, House Bill (HB) 113 was signed as a way to limit the power and authority of state agencies. The bill prohibits the […]
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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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Protestors Take Over Columbia Library, Chant Anti-Semitic Slogans

Protestors Take Over Columbia Library, Chant Anti-Semitic Slogans

Mateo Guillamont
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May 8, 2025
Pro-Palestine protestors recently stormed Columbia University’s Butler Library, disrupting academic activities, chanting anti-Semitic slogans, and defacing library property.  Among other chants, the protestors openly called for an “intifada,” claiming that it was the only solution to the Israel-Hamas war.  ‘Intifada’ is a term used by Hamas and Palestinian sympathizers to call for violent opposition to […]
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Health Legislation Review: What Was Signed and What Does it Mean for Georgia?

Health Legislation Review: What Was Signed and What Does it Mean for Georgia?

James Swafford
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May 7, 2025
Gov. Brian Kemp has made quite an effort to reinforce the state of health in Georgia. After signing a flurry of new bills on education, he switched focus. Some bills focus on insurance, and others on health care in general. First, House Bill (HB) 89 was passed. It requires healthcare providers and pharmacies to provide […]
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US Rescues Venezuela Opposition Held Hostage in Caracas

US Rescues Venezuela Opposition Held Hostage in Caracas

Mateo Guillamont
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May 7, 2025
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced the rescue of five members of Venezuela’s Democratic opposition coalition who had been sheltering in place due to threats from Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro’s regime.  The five opposition leaders were forced to hide in Argentina’s embassy in Caracas last March after Dictator Maduro increased persecution of his […]
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Rubio Condemns Cuba for Harboring Terrorists as Canel Visits Russia

Rubio Condemns Cuba for Harboring Terrorists as Canel Visits Russia

Mateo Guillamont
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May 6, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently condemned Cuba for harboring terrorists and criminal fugitives, some of which are wanted by the US. Secretary Rubio’s condemnation overlapped with Cuban Dictator Miguel Diaz-Canel’s visit to Russia to commemorate the Soviet Union’s military victories over Nazi Germany.  Rubio has consistently criticized the Cuban government for undermining the interests […]
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Ossoff Addresses Civil Rights Cold Cases, Carter Tackles Gain-of-Function Research

Ossoff Addresses Civil Rights Cold Cases, Carter Tackles Gain-of-Function Research

James Swafford
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May 6, 2025
Senator Jon Ossoff (D) and Rep. Buddy Carter (R) have confronted two different issues. Sen. Ossoff’s bill is a bipartisan effort to address the problem of civil rights era cold cases. Rep. Carter’s bill confronts gain-of-function medical research funded by taxpayer dollars.  First, Ossoff’s bill is known as the Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection […]
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Israel Strikes Houthis as Leadership Warns Attacks Will Increase

Israel Strikes Houthis as Leadership Warns Attacks Will Increase

Mateo Guillamont
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May 5, 2025
Israel has executed a series of airstrikes on Houthi targets following the latter’s recent attacks on Israel’s Ben Gurion airport.  The missile attacks on Ben Gurion occurred amid daily US strikes against the Houthis as part of President Donald Trump’s "maximum pressure campaign” against them.  Israel’s Air Forces (IAF) reportedly hit Houthi locations along Yemen’s […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Meet With Several Leaders to Tackle Issues on Regulation and Technology

Georgia Lawmakers Meet With Several Leaders to Tackle Issues on Regulation and Technology

James Swafford
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May 5, 2025
Georgia leaders from the state and the House have been busy meeting with important people. Technology and regulation were the subjects of discussion as they affect the state and the nation overall.  First, Rep. Rich McCormick (R) met with the co-founder and CEO of Nvidia, Jensen Huang. McCormick met with Huang to discuss policy on […]
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Trump to Reopen Alcatraz Prison

Trump to Reopen Alcatraz Prison

Mateo Guillamont
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May 5, 2025
President Donald Trump recently stated he had ordered the reopening of Alcatraz prison.  Alcatraz, which is currently a museum and national park, was used as a maximum security prison from 1850 to 1963.  President Trump claimed Alcatraz, being a symbol of law and order, should be reopened to assist the US in deterring crime by […]
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Congress Passes First Lady Melania Trump's 'Take it Down Act'

Congress Passes First Lady Melania Trump's 'Take it Down Act'

James Swafford
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May 2, 2025
The House of Representatives recently passed a set of bills on addressing multiple issues. Technology, public health, and transparency were the focus of these bills. One of them, known as the Take it Down Act, was important enough to be sponsored by the First Lady Melania Trump. First, the House passed House Resolution (HR) 859, […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Move to Introduce Legislation Tackling Important Issues Nationwide

Georgia Lawmakers Move to Introduce Legislation Tackling Important Issues Nationwide

James Swafford
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May 1, 2025
Georgia Lawmakers from the House have been busy introducing and promoting legislation. The bills are varied and tackle a range of issues that affect Georgia and the country as a whole. National security, and public safety have been the focus of these lawmakers.  First, Rep. Rich McCormick (R) has co-sponsored a bill known as the […]
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Trump and Hegseth Warn Iran of 'Consequences' if Houthi Attacks Continue

Trump and Hegseth Warn Iran of 'Consequences' if Houthi Attacks Continue

Mateo Guillamont
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May 1, 2025
President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have jointly sternly warned Iran against continuing to finance and support terrorist group activities.  Emphasizing Iran’s support for the Houthis, President Trump and Secretary Hegseth warned Iran the US would retaliate for any support given to terror groups. The warnings add to previous threats from the US […]
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Trump Admin Announces Economic Partnership With Ukraine

Trump Admin Announces Economic Partnership With Ukraine

Mateo Guillamont
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April 30, 2025
President Donald Trump’s administration has announced the establishment of a US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund, expanding the US and Ukraine’s economic partnerships.  The Treasury Department announced the fund's creation, laying the groundwork for future US-Ukraine economic cooperation, including potential natural resources, military, and energy transactions.  Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent thanked President Trump and claimed the fund’s […]
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US Sanctions Chinese Companies Aiding Iran's Ballistic Missile Program

US Sanctions Chinese Companies Aiding Iran's Ballistic Missile Program

Mateo Guillamont
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April 30, 2025
The US Treasury Department has announced a wave of sanctions against certain Chinese and Iranian companies and individuals to stymie Iran’s ballistic missile development programs.  According to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Iran’s ballistic missile programs contravene international law, undermine international safety, and destabilize the Middle East.  “Iran’s aggressive development of missiles and other weapons capabilities […]
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Trump Administration Pressures China on Tariff Negotiations

Trump Administration Pressures China on Tariff Negotiations

Mateo Guillamont
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April 28, 2025
President Donald Trump’s cabinet members are increasing public pressure on China as trade negotiations over bilateral tariffs unfold. President Trump recently announced he was raising tariffs on imports from China to 125% “effective immediately.” Trump and many Republicans have argued China engages in deceptive trade practices to unfairly attract trade to their shores, harming the […]
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US Strikes Houthi Detention Center, Promises Further Action

US Strikes Houthi Detention Center, Promises Further Action

Mateo Guillamont
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April 28, 2025
The US recently struck a Houthi-controlled prison in the latest wave of airstrikes against the terrorist group in Yemen.  According to Houthi media, the strikes killed dozens of individuals living or working at the detention center in Saada, Yemen.  The Houthis claim the US attacks killed a number of civilians, including African refugees, but this […]
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