Governor

Federal Judge Rules Trump Illegally Deployed National Guard in California, Restoring Governor Newsom’s Authority

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SAN FRANCISCO — In a significant ruling, a federal judge has mandated that President Donald Trump relinquish control of the National Guard troops he dispatched to Los Angeles for immigration enforcement and managing civil unrest. U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer issued a temporary restraining order on Thursday, stating that the deployment was unlawful and exceeded the President’s authority under the Tenth Amendment. The order is set to take effect Friday at noon. The federal government wasted no time, immediately filing an appeal with the Ninth Circuit court. The ruling raises questions about how it will … Read more

Former Alabama Veterans Affairs Commissioner Sues Governor Ivey Over Alleged Unlawful Dismissal and Ethics Complaint Retaliation

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Former Alabama Veterans Affairs Commissioner Kent Davis has filed a 75-page lawsuit against Governor Kay Ivey following his dismissal from the position in 2024. The suit includes eight allegations, including wrongful termination, defamation, and invasion of privacy. At a press conference with his attorney, Kenneth Mendelsohn, Davis outlined his case, arguing that his termination by Governor Ivey was unlawful. He claimed that the Alabama Veterans Affairs Board was the only entity with the authority to remove him and that they did not choose to do so. The controversy surrounding his removal is … Read more

Illinois Governor Pritzker Advocates for Comprehensive Immigration Reform During Congressional Testimony on Sanctuary Laws

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Washington, D.C. – Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois appeared before Congress on Thursday, addressing the state’s sanctuary laws that limit local police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Pritzker’s appearance was part of a larger hearing that included New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. In an opening statement shared with the House Oversight Committee, Pritzker emphasized the urgent need for comprehensive immigration reform. He underscored the prolonged challenges states face due to the current broken immigration system, detailing how these crises demand empathetic, effective responses that prioritize public safety and uphold human … Read more

Arkansas Corrections Board Faces Audit Fallout Over $200,000 Attorney Payment Dispute with Governor Sanders

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — An audit released by the Arkansas Legislative Joint Auditing Committee has revealed that the state Board of Corrections owes attorney Abtin Mehdizadegan over $230,000 related to a lawsuit against Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The report, unveiled during Friday’s committee meeting, stated that the board lacks the means to fulfill the payment obligations under the contracted agreement. According to the audit, as of February 11, the total amount owed to Mehdizadegan stands at $230,108. The auditors suggested that future contracts should be vetted through the State Procurement office and approved during public … Read more