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SACRAMENTO, CALIF - California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) called a special session of the California legislature to “Trump-proof” the state against whatever the incoming federal administration intends to do — provoking a rebuke from the President-elect.

“I just called an emergency special session to help bolster our legal resources and protect our state against any unlawful actions by the incoming Trump Administration,” Newsom posted on X (formerly Twitter).

“Whether it be our fundamental civil rights, reproductive freedom, or climate action — we refuse to turn back the clock and allow our values and laws to be attacked.”

President-elect Trump responded on his social media platform, Truth Social, accusing Newsom of “using the term ‘Trump-Proof’ as a way of stopping all of the GREAT things that can be done to ‘Make California Great Again’.”

Newsom may try to become the leader of the so-called “resistance” to Trump — a glorified and controversial term for “opposition” — but it may prove more difficult for him, given that Trump won a popular majority, and nearly 40% of the vote in California itself.

Newsom clashed frequently with the first Trump administration, often over issues such as immigration, water, high-speed rail, and wildfires, though Trump provided emergency assistance to the state when needed. Click here to read more.


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The FEMA supervisor who ordered relief workers to bypass the homes of Donald Trump’s supporters while administering hurricane aid in Florida has been fired following the Daily Wire report.

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced Saturday that supervisor Marn’i Washington had been fired after she ordered federal employees under her supervision to“avoid homes advertising Trump” as they canvassed Lake Placid, Florida to identify residents who could qualify for federal aid, according to messages shared with The Daily Wire by whistleblowers. These instructions were given both verbally and in writing, multiple government employees revealed.

“More than 22,000 FEMA employees every day adhere to FEMA’s core values and are dedicated to helping people before, during and after disasters, often sacrificing time with their own families to help disaster survivors. Recently, one FEMA employee departed from these values to advise her survivor assistance team to not go to homes with yard signs supporting President-elect Trump,” Criswell said in a statement. “This is a clear violation of FEMA’s core values and principles to help people regardless of their political affiliation. This was reprehensible.” Click here to read more.

 

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO/Gray News) - Two women now jailed in Colorado are accused of stealing ballots, altering them and then fraudulently submitting them for counting.

Fifty-nine-year-old Sally Jane Smith and a 64-year-old mail carrier, Vicki Lyn Stuart, are both charged with identity theft, attempting to influence a public servant and forgery for their involvement in an alleged scheme to “‘test’ the voting signature system for ballots utilized at elections,” according to the arrest affidavit.

Their goal, according to the affidavit, was to see if the forged signatures would be caught by the verification process.

Documents state that voters are still being tracked down and confirmed, but there may be 20 or more victims of the alleged scheme.

The two suspects were tracked down due to the fact that several of the ballots that were allegedly forged fell along the same mail delivery route; it was a route that was confirmed to be temporarily assigned to Stuart, the mail carrier.

Documents also stated that Stuart was interviewed by District Attorney Senior Investigator Rob Heil. He said Stuart was the person who allegedly delivered the ballots on that route.

Investigators also found that Stuart‘s GPS location showed her at the known victims’ houses on Oct. 12, the day when the affected ballots were supposed to be delivered.

Smith’s fingerprints were also allegedly found on a ballot by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation; it was a ballot she would not normally have access to as investigators found she was never an employee of the United States Postal Service or Mesa County Elections Department.

Arrest documents state that, eventually, law enforcement contacted Smith at her home. Click here to read more.

 

WASHINGTON D.C. - Every year on Veterans Day, communities nationwide unite to honor all who served or are still serving in the military. From parades and ceremonies to special events, the day honors veterans' contributions to our country and shows appreciation for their sacrifices. It is also a time to reflect on the challenges veterans can face when returning home or transitioning into civilian life.

While the textbook meaning of Veterans Day provides a general understanding of what it is and why we celebrate, the individual perspectives of veterans capture the day's essence. Each veteran Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) serves has unique experiences that shape what Veterans Day means to them.

Veterans Day was initially known as Armistice Day and celebrated the end of World War I. The armistice, or call for peace, by the Germans was signed on Nov. 11, 1918, at the “eleventh hour” and ended the fighting between Allied forces and Germany. President Woodrow Wilson established Armistice Day one year later to honor those who served in WWI and celebrate the peace that followed.

After World War II and the Korean War, veterans service organizations urged the U.S. Congress to amend the holiday to be more inclusive of all veterans. Thus, Veterans Day was officially born in 1954 to honor American veterans, past and present. President Dwight D. Eisenhower was responsible for formally changing the name. Click here to read more.

 

WASHINGTON D.C. - In the final days of President-elect Donald Trump's 2024 campaign, he honed in on a culture war issue that may have locked in more swing votes and with it the election, a conservative activist instrumental in the ad campaign argues.

"Kamala is for they/them, President Trump is for you," the narrator of Trump's advertisement said.

The ad, which focused on men in women's sports and Vice President Kamala Harris' track record of ushering in sex change procedures for incarcerated people in California, was in part due to the influence of American Principles Project's president, Terry Schilling, who began pushing out these ads in 2019. Click here to read more.

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House Democrats have put forward a bill aimed at amending sections of the 1976 Revised School Code, which would expand the scope of sex education to encompass a "broad range of topics" and update how pregnancy and reproductive health are taught. This proposed shift includes revising the curriculum to acknowledge and affirm different sexual orientations and gender identities, a change advocates say is necessary for inclusivity but which has faced criticism from some parent groups and conservative voices who argue it undermines traditional family values.

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As the bill moves forward, public hearings and debates are expected to engage parents, educators, and policy advocates, ensuring that a wide range of opinions are heard on how Michigan schools should approach sex education in the years to come.

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Two pivotal states, Michigan and Pennsylvania, are currently making headlines for developments that could alter the political and electoral landscape of the United States. Michigan is on the cusp of potentially joining the National Popular Vote (NPV) interstate compact, a move that could redefine how presidential elections are decided. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania is preparing for another term marked by divided government, reflecting the complexity of bipartisan governance in a politically polarized environment.

Understanding the Electoral College and the Popular Vote

To appreciate the significance of Michigan’s potential entry into the NPV compact, it’s important to understand the difference between the popular vote and the Electoral College. The popular vote represents the total number of votes cast for a candidate across the entire country. In contrast, the Electoral College is a system established by the U.S. Constitution in which electors from each state cast votes for the president based on the outcome of the popular vote in their respective states.

Each state is allocated a number of electoral votes equal to its representation in Congress (the sum of its Senators and House members). A candidate must secure at least 270 of the 538 total electoral votes to win the presidency. This structure has allowed scenarios where a candidate wins the presidency without winning the national popular vote, most notably in 2000 and 2016, sparking debate over the system’s fairness and effectiveness.

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The National Popular Vote interstate compact seeks to address these issues by ensuring that the candidate who wins the most votes nationwide becomes president. States joining the compact agree to award their electoral votes to the national popular vote winner, regardless of the state-level outcome. This agreement would only take effect when states representing at least 270 electoral votes have joined.

Michigan's Potential Shift in Presidential Elections

Michigan, traditionally a crucial battleground state in presidential elections, could see its influence shift if two bills scheduled for votes in the state House pass. If approved, Michigan would become the 18th state to join the National Popular Vote interstate compact, changing how the state awards its 15 electoral votes.

Proponents of the compact argue that it ensures every vote carries the same weight, compelling presidential candidates to campaign across all states rather than focusing on a handful of swing states. For many, this represents a step toward a more democratic system. “The national popular vote makes every American’s voice count equally in presidential elections,” said an advocate for the compact.

However, opponents warn that this approach could undermine the influence of smaller and mid-sized states like Michigan. David Guenthner, vice president for government affairs at the Mackinac Center, emphasized the potential pitfalls. “This shifts the power in presidential elections to large states like California and New York that are capable of producing the largest vote totals, while muffling the voices of smaller states like Michigan,” Guenthner said.

Critics are also concerned that the NPV compact does not require uniform standards for election security or ballot counting across states, potentially leading to discrepancies. Guenthner highlighted Michigan’s current advantage as a swing state, which brings significant attention and economic activity during campaign seasons. Presidential candidates and their running mates made over 40 visits to Michigan during the last election cycle, contributing to local economies through campaign spending and advertising.

“If the National Popular Vote plan had been in place, Michigan’s electoral votes could have been awarded contrary to the choice of its voters,” Guenthner added. This raises questions about how Michigan’s role in national elections would evolve under the new compact and what implications that might have for voter confidence.

Pennsylvania’s Election Results and Divided Government

While Michigan debates the future of its electoral power, Pennsylvania is facing a different but equally significant challenge: managing governance in a divided state legislature. The recent election left the balance of power unchanged, with Democrats holding a slim 102-101 majority in the State House and Republicans maintaining their 28-22 advantage in the Senate.

House Majority Leader Matthew Bradford (D-Montgomery) described the Democratic retention as a testament to the party’s moderate and pragmatic approach. “In this current political environment, not a lot of folks thought House Democrats would survive this red wave,” said Bradford. The party’s narrow victory was cemented by Rep. Frank Burns winning re-election in Cambria County. Bradford noted that this “humble majority” would require compromise and strategic collaboration to pass legislation effectively.

On the other side, Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-Indiana) emphasized the voters’ support for Republican priorities, particularly on economic and law enforcement issues. “We believe [voters] have sent a message to us that is, ‘Let’s be thoughtful about how we move this Commonwealth forward,’” said Pittman. He highlighted the GOP’s commitment to a pro-growth agenda that would focus on job creation, public safety, and economic resilience.

This balance of power sets the stage for a challenging legislative period where bipartisan cooperation will be essential. Bradford acknowledged that effective governance in this environment requires perseverance. “It’s about grinding it out. It’s not always going to be pretty, but that’s the difficult work of legislating and governing,” he said.

A National Perspective on State-Level Decisions

The developments in Michigan and Pennsylvania are not just local stories but indicative of broader trends affecting U.S. democracy. Michigan’s potential entry into the National Popular Vote compact could trigger a domino effect, prompting other states to reconsider their approach to presidential elections. If enough states join, this could effectively override the current Electoral College system without a constitutional amendment.

Pennsylvania’s ongoing battle with divided government exemplifies the complexities of bipartisan legislation in an era marked by political polarization. The state’s legislative leaders from both parties have already outlined their priorities, with Democrats pushing for measures like an increased minimum wage and Republicans focusing on energy and economic initiatives.

The Broader Implications

Both states represent key aspects of the national conversation on electoral integrity, representation, and effective governance. The decision Michigan lawmakers make about the National Popular Vote compact could redefine how presidential campaigns are run, shifting the focus from swing states to a truly nationwide effort. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania’s ability to navigate divided government will test the effectiveness of bipartisan cooperation in one of the country’s most politically active states.

The moves made in Lansing and Harrisburg in the coming months could resonate far beyond their borders, influencing not only how Americans vote but how they are governed. These states are setting the stage for a future where the foundational principles of U.S. elections and governance are being reassessed, with the potential to reshape the political map and legislative playbooks for years to come.

 

 

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