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Rep. Andy Kim Takes Aim at Political Advantage in New Jersey Primaries with Lawsuit to Eliminate Organization Lines

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TRENTON, New Jersey – A federal judge in New Jersey has scheduled a hearing for March 18 to address a lawsuit filed by Representative Andy Kim (D-Moorestown) seeking to eliminate organization lines in the state’s primaries. U.S. District Court Judge Zahid Quraishi has expedited the briefing schedule, instructing opposition briefs and motions to intervene to be filed by March 6, with reply briefs due by March 12. Judge Quraishi intends to make a decision by April 5, although he remains open to issuing it earlier. The hearing will primarily focus on determining if county clerks … Read more

Democratic Rep. Jake Auchincloss Advocates for Upholding ‘Rule of Law’ at the US-Mexico Border

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DEDHAM, Massachusetts – Democratic Representative Jake Auchincloss has expressed his belief that Americans prioritize the “rule of law” in relation to border control policies. In a recent statement, Auchincloss emphasized the need for a strong legal framework to govern immigration processes. Auchincloss, who represents Massachusetts’ 4th congressional district, highlighted the importance of a comprehensive approach to addressing the border situation. He argued that while Americans are compassionate and value human rights, they also recognize the necessity of enforcing the law. The congressman’s remarks come amidst an ongoing debate over immigration policies, particularly concerning the surge … Read more

Former Michigan Rep. Larry Inman Acquitted of Attempted Extortion and Bribery Charges: A Five-Year Legal Battle Ends in Favor of Inman

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TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – Former Michigan Representative Larry Inman has been acquitted by a jury on charges of attempted extortion and soliciting a bribe. The verdict was reached five years after federal prosecutors initially accused him of attempting to sell his vote to repeal the state’s prevailing wage law in 2019. Inman, a Republican from the Traverse City area, was originally charged with soliciting a bribe, attempted extortion, and lying to federal investigators. Prosecutors alleged that Inman sought campaign donations from unions in return for voting against the measure to repeal Michigan’s prevailing wage law … Read more

Lawsuit Seeks to Disqualify Rep. Scott Perry from Ballot, Alleging 14th Amendment Violation

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DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — A lawsuit is seeking to remove Congressman Scott Perry from the ballot in central Pennsylvania. The lawsuit argues that Perry’s actions on January 6, 2021, violated the 14th amendment, which prohibits individuals from holding federal or state office if they engage in insurrection after swearing an oath to uphold the Constitution. Activist Gene Stilp filed the seven-page lawsuit, claiming that Perry participated in or endorsed an insurrection. The lawsuit asks the court to rule that Perry took part in insurrectionist behavior and is therefore ineligible to hold public office. While similar … Read more