In a controversial move, Rep. Biggs voted against a bill to prevent sex offenders from holding security jobs. Critics argue this could endanger public safety.
Zach Lahn, a former H-1B beneficiary, now seeks to ban its hiring. His shift in stance raises questions about the program’s future and its impact on tech talent.
A legislative audit criticized Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo’s oversight of care plans for opioid-affected infants, revealing lapses in service documentation and monitoring, risking both infant welfare and federal funding. The audit, released in April, highlights the administration’s failure to address these issues, amid Nevada’s minimal progress in reducing overdose deaths.
John Sununu, ex-Senator and current candidate, served on Time Warner’s board post-2009, advocating against net neutrality and supporting bills threatening user privacy.
Michael Whatley, a Republican and U.S. Senate candidate, benefits financially from the Iran war with $2.1M investments in defense and energy, despite public opposition.
John Sununu’s Senate campaign faces scrutiny due to his ties with health insurers while at Akin Gump, raising concerns over his legislative history and industry influence.
Bobby Charles’ GOP gubernatorial run is marred by past ties with scandal-hit Dennis Hastert and Mark Foley. His sister’s op-ed endorsing rival Hannah Pingree intensifies the scrutiny, questioning his past defenses of Hastert, who was convicted of child abuse. Charles’ campaign denies knowledge of misconduct, but the controversy could impact his electoral chances, as polls show him trailing Pingree by 11 points.
Republican Rep. Bill Huizenga’s office has seen over a dozen staffers transition to lobbyists, representing finance, insurance, and pharmaceutical sectors, raising conflict-of-interest concerns.
Victor Marx, a GOP candidate for Colorado governor and pastor since 2003, labels abortion as “evil” and “occultic,” advocating for a total ban. His rhetoric challenges Colorado’s pro-choice stance, as 62% of voters recently enshrined reproductive rights into the state constitution. His views, critiqued by Planned Parenthood, highlight a deep political and cultural divide.
In 2005, Andy Biggs was one of four Arizona legislators to oppose SB 1338, a law imposing strict penalties on child sex traffickers. This vote, along with other similar stances, has become a focal point in his gubernatorial race against incumbent Katie Hobbs, as critics highlight his contentious record on protecting victims of sexual assault.
Brinker Harding, an Omaha councilor running for Congress, faces scrutiny for his $125K Big Pharma investment while advocating for lower drug costs, highlighting potential conflicts in health policy reform debates.
Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony criticized welfare recipients for relying on government aid while he himself received a $210,115 pension and billed taxpayers $3,300 for car expenses in his first six months in office.
Ohio’s Lt. Gov. Jon Husted received $630K from data center interests, raising ethical concerns about potential influence over tech industry policies.
Under Trump, tailgating expenses have surged due to tariffs affecting food and drink prices. Fans now face higher costs for game day traditions, impacting budgets nationwide.
Michigan Rep. Tom Barrett’s campaign ad claims he distances himself from health insurers, yet FEC filings show he still accepted donations. This inconsistency, alongside his voting record favoring Big Pharma, raises doubts about his healthcare stance as he faces a tough reelection against Democrat Will Lawrence.
Max Miller’s ad falsely paints Democratic rival Poindexter as a supporter of higher taxes and government-run health care, misleading Ohio voters.
Michael Whatley claims health care premiums rose 183% under Roy Cooper, but evidence shows premiums fell 12% during Cooper’s term. The Senate race stakes are high, as health care costs top voters’ concerns.
Adriana Guzmán Fralick, inspired by her role in lawsuits against Obamacare as Gov. Gibbons’ counsel, launched her political career to influence Nevada’s health policies.
Senator Dan Sullivan, ranking 14th in absenteeism, missed half of crucial fisheries hearings between 2021-2026, impacting Alaska’s $5.3B seafood industry.
Rick Jackson, running for Georgia governor, claims outsider status but records show his firm hired lobbyists, complicating his image and impacting his campaign.
A new ad from the Congressional Leadership Fund misleadingly portrays JoAnna Mendoza’s stance on taxes, affecting her competitive race against Rep. Juan Ciscomani.
John Sununu, despite advocating for deficit reduction, backed bills like the 2017 TCJA and OBBB, adding $1.5 trillion and $4 trillion to national debt. His financial ties to industries benefiting from these laws raise questions about his commitment to fiscal responsibility.
A lone juror blocked Lindsay Clancy’s acquittal, insisting on guilt despite admitting reasonable doubt, causing a mistrial.
A federal judge in Missouri blocked the use of old congressional districts for the November election due to redistricting issues.
In June 2023, Sen. Susan Collins voted against the Paycheck Fairness Act in the Senate HELP Committee, hindering wage equity and paid sick leave for women.
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice André Mendonca removed the federal police and intelligence chiefs, deepening a crisis.
Nicaragua accused Germany at the UN’s top court of breaching the Genocide Convention by supplying arms to Israel.
The EU court ruled that a Belgian far-right party misused IKEA trademarks, harming its reputation in an anti-immigration campaign.
A network of young scammers duped a stranger out of $240 million in bitcoin, leading to lavish spending and arrests.
Attorneys ask the Supreme Court to halt the execution of a Florida inmate, Daniel Conahan Jr., scheduled for Thursday.
Germany argues Nicaragua’s genocide case over arms sales to Israel is invalid and improperly filed, urging dismissal.
Growing a community of Americans empowered to lead with truth, reject extremism and misinformation, and defend democracy.
