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Federal Appeals Court Upholds Texas Mail-In Ballot ID Law

A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of a Texas law requiring voters to include identification numbers on mail-in ballots, overturning a lower court’s decision that had blocked the measure. In a unanimous decision, a three-judge panel of the US Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit upheld the 2021 law, determining it did… Continue reading Federal Appeals Court Upholds Texas Mail-In Ballot ID Law
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DOJ Rescinds 44-Year-Old Race-Based Hiring Court Decree for Federal Jobs

On August 1, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) dismissed a Carter-era order that made hiring practices based on diversity, equity, and inclusion within the federal government’s workforce.  The DOJ argues that the federal government has been hindered from hiring superior job candidates due to this order, which is derived from a 1979 court case… Continue reading DOJ Rescinds 44-Year-Old Race-Based Hiring Court Decree for Federal Jobs
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Jaguar CEO Steps Down Amid Backlash Over ‘Woke’ Rebrand

The CEO of Jaguar is stepping down following a rebrand of the company that drew backlash for being too “woke.” Adrian Mardell is retiring from his position after more than 30 years with the company, including three years as its chief executive, according to a report by Reuters. While Jaguar did not provide an official… Continue reading Jaguar CEO Steps Down Amid Backlash Over ‘Woke’ Rebrand
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Texas Lawmakers Flee State During Legislative Session, Face Possible Removal From Governor

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is threatening to remove over 50 Texas Democratic lawmakers from office who fled a state legislative quorum in order to abstain from a vote on redistricting. This action put a halt to the quorum, which requires a two-thirds majority. The legislators will be removed unless they return to the state by… Continue reading Texas Lawmakers Flee State During Legislative Session, Face Possible Removal From Governor
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Wyoming Governor Signs Agreement Allowing State Troopers to Aid ICE

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has become the second governor in the country to formally partner with federal immigration authorities, signing an agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that allows state troopers to assist with immigration enforcement. The agreement, signed last week, authorizes members of the Wyoming Highway Patrol to work alongside ICE agents in… Continue reading Wyoming Governor Signs Agreement Allowing State Troopers to Aid ICE
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US Adds Fewer Jobs Than Expected in July as President Trump Presses Fed to Cut Rates

The US economy added fewer jobs than forecast in July, according to a report released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The report showed that 73,000 jobs were added during the month, falling short of the 100,000 projected by Dow Jones. Health care and social assistance saw the largest gains. Federal government employment, unsurprisingly,… Continue reading US Adds Fewer Jobs Than Expected in July as President Trump Presses Fed to Cut Rates
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Border Apprehensions Reach Record Low in July

The Trump administration announced that July marked a historic low in nationwide border encounters, continuing a trend of sharp declines due to President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. According to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, US Customs and Border Protection recorded 24,630 encounters in July, marking the lowest monthly figure reported. That number represents a… Continue reading Border Apprehensions Reach Record Low in July
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New York City Mayor Vetoes Bill Decriminalizing Illegal Street Vending 

New York City Mayor Eric Adams vetoed a City Council bill that would decrease criminal misdemeanor penalties imposed on vendors who sell illegal or unlicensed substances. The bill, titled Introduction 47-B, was passed with a considerable majority. However, the mayor said he vetoed it on behalf of public safety and quality of life in New… Continue reading New York City Mayor Vetoes Bill Decriminalizing Illegal Street Vending 
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President Trump Slams Migrant Housing in ‘Luxury Hotels’

President Donald Trump criticized immigration polices both in the US and abroad that involve housing migrants in “luxury hotels.” Speaking aboard Air Force One after returning from a four-day trip to Scotland, Trump responded to a reporter’s question about the British government housing asylum seekers in hotels while their claims are processed. The reporter referenced… Continue reading President Trump Slams Migrant Housing in ‘Luxury Hotels’
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DOJ Announces Guidance Prohibiting DEI-Based Discrimination

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) released guidance Wednesday “to ensure that recipients of federal funding do not engage in unlawful discrimination.” The guidance aims to show that federal antidiscrimination laws equally apply to programs containing ideology related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).  “One of our Nation’s bedrock principles is that all Americans must… Continue reading DOJ Announces Guidance Prohibiting DEI-Based Discrimination
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Conservative Group Urges Crackdown on Government-Driven ‘Debanking’ Practices

The America First Policy Institute’s Center for American Prosperity is calling for major reforms to combat government-driven “debanking.” On Wednesday, the conservative think tank released a new report titled “Debanked: When Political Bias Trumps Financial Judgment.” The report outlines a series of policy proposals aimed at limiting the federal government’s influence over banks and protecting… Continue reading Conservative Group Urges Crackdown on Government-Driven ‘Debanking’ Practices
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Northwestern University Lays Off Over 400 Faculty Due to Federal Funding Freeze 

Northwestern University laid off 425 of its 4,300 faculty Tuesday amid a funding freeze of $790 million posed by the federal government. This mass-layoff comes after Columbia University recently settled with the White House a $220 million deal, while Harvard University is in talks for a similar, though costlier, settlement. The staffing budget will also… Continue reading Northwestern University Lays Off Over 400 Faculty Due to Federal Funding Freeze 
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