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A New “Overstory” on Businesses’ Role in Politics
The Regulatory Review - Pennsylvania
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June 1, 2025
Tom C.W. Lin discusses the risks and opportunities presented by corporations’ increased involvement in political issues. In a conversation with The Regulatory Review, Tom C.W. Lin, an expert on corporate governance and securities law, discusses...
Turning Point backs Arizona congressman, and BYU grad, in his bid for governor
Deseret News - Utah
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June 1, 2025
PHOENIX — Turning Point Action didn’t leave a single stone unturned for Rep. Andy Biggs’ first rally in his bid for governor —sixteen months ahead of the 2026 election. At the rally, Biggs made it clear he is all in on President Donald Trump’s...
Florida Protects Restaurants from Black-Market Reservations
West Orlando News - Florida
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June 1, 2025
Florida is taking the lead to protect restaurants from black-market reservations and to stop unauthorized reservation reselling. The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) applauded Republican Governor Ron DeSantis for signing what they...
Hoover insurance agent Ken McFeeters launches bid for governor
Hoover Sun - Alabama
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June 1, 2025
Ken McFeeters, an insurance agent with offices in Hoover, Bessemer and Roebuck, has announced he is running for governor, putting him in a matchup with U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville in the May 19 Republican primary next year. McFeeters, a 65-year-old...
Florida Democrats Want Republicans to Return Hope Florida Money
West Orlando News - Florida
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June 1, 2025
Florida Democrats want Republicans to return nearly $10 million of Hope Florida money at the center of a political scandal. The Florida Democratic Party called on the Republican Party of Florida to return the nearly $10 million they received in...
Florida Loves Dogs: Governor DeSantis Signs Trooper’s Law and Dexter’s Law
West Orlando News - Florida
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June 1, 2025
Florida loves dogs, and Governor Ron DeSantis signed Trooper’s Law and Dexter’s Law. Governor DeSantis said that Florida stands by man’s best friend. Trooper’s Law, Florida Senate Bill 150, makes it a third-degree felony to restrain and abandon a...
Florida Senator Ashley Moody Introduces Drone Espionage Act
West Orlando News - Florida
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June 1, 2025
Florida Senator Ashley Moody introduced the Drone Espionage Act which would make it a federal crime to take unauthorized videos of U.S. military installations. The Republican Senator’s legislation indicates that with the advent of drone technology...
Senator Rick Scott Wants to Streamline Federal Permitting Processes
West Orlando News - Florida
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June 1, 2025
Florida Senator Rick Scott wants to streamline federal permitting processes, creating more transparency and accountability. Senator Rick Scott led a group of colleagues to introduce the Permitting Transparency and Accountability Act to require all...
Florida Senators Urged U.S. Army Corps for Full Consideration of Critical Projects
West Orlando News - Florida
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June 1, 2025
Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody urged U.S. Army Corps for full consideration of critical Florida projects. The post Florida Senators Urged U.S. Army Corps for Full Consideration of Critical Projects appeared first on West Orlando News.
Finley: Snyder to spend millions t make '26 the education election
The Detroit News - Michigan
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Mackinac Island — Former Gov. Rick Snyder is working on what he hopes will be a $20-$30 million campaign to make 2026 the education election. The goal is to raise public awareness of the dire state of Michigan’s public schools and to force every...
Florida stiffens penalties for animal cruelty, natural disasters abandonment
South Florida Times
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June 1, 2025
Photo courtesy of Facebook MIAMI – Floridians who abandon or leave their dogs outdoors during a natural disaster could face prison time and a hefty fine. According to a press release, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 150 into law...
Building A Contender: What The Ottawa Senators Can Learn From The Oilers And Panthers
Yahoo Sports
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Like the other 30 NHL general managers watching the playoffs, Sens GM Steve Staios is likely studying the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers to better understand what sets them apart from the team he runs. How did these two teams make it back to...
LGBTQ clubs, DEI in public schools would be banned under bill headed to the governor
The Dallas Morning News - Texas
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June 1, 2025
AUSTIN — School-sponsored LGBTQ clubs would be against the law under a bill that is headed to the governor’s desk. Senate Bill 12 would not only prohibit school-sanctioned clubs based on sexual orientation or gender identity, but also forbid...
Hurricane supply tax savings on hold due to Florida budget holdup
Fox 4 - Florida
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May 31, 2025
CAPE CORAL, Fla — Now that hurricane season is here, it's time to make sure you're prepared. But Florida's tax break to help you stock up on supplies still isn't in place. Fox 4’s Austin Schargorodski checked in with a local hardware store to see...
Bill to give political appointees more oversight over Texas universities is passed
KTBB - Texas
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May 31, 2025
Posted/updated on: May 31, 2025 at 6:09 pm AUSTIN – The Texas Tribune reports a bill that would grant political appointees unprecedented oversight of the state’s public universities heads to Gov. Greg Abbott after the two chambers in the Texas...
Senate revoking California emissions rules is 'pro-polluter' and 'anti-health': AG Rob Bonta
MSNBC
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IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Senate revoking California emissions rules is 'pro-polluter' and 'anti-health': AG Rob Bonta 07:37 UP NEXT 'Completely reckless budget': Rep. Ro...
Unlicensed Guatemalan Woman Suspected of Running Over Child on Scooter in Florida
InfoWars
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May 31, 2025
A Guatemalan national who may be in the U.S. illegally has been arrested for hitting a child on a scooter while driving without a license in Florida this week, according to reports. The disturbing incident unfolded at around 5:00 p.m. on Thursday...
‘Freedom for Captives!’ Trump Puts Clemency Machine Into Overdrive for Political Allies
The Marshall Project
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May 31, 2025
Filed 12:00 p.m. EDT 05.31.2025 The president has remade the pardons process with seemingly one key principle in mind: “No MAGA left behind.” Ed Martin speaks during a press conference on May 13, 2025, in Washington, D.C. President Trump appointed...
Florida congressman wants to rename DC transit for President Trump: All aboard the WMAGA?
FOX 35 Orlando - Florida
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - "This is the Trump Train, next stop: Ronald Reagan National Airport," could be the conductor’s call on Washington, D.C.’s commuter rail system if one Florida GOP congressman has his way. Rep. Greg Steube drafted "The Make...
Kevin Guthrie: Florida ready for hurricane season, residents need to prep also
Florida Politics
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May 31, 2025
Hurricane season starts Sunday, and the Director of Florida’s Department of Emergency Management urges residents to get ready. “Hurricane season is here, and preparation should be a priority for residents,” said FDEM Executive Director Kevin...