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Fear of democratic socialists drives November turnout plans for some Trump voters

Fear of democratic socialists drives November turnout plans for some Trump voters

By Julia Harte Sept 25 - Don Jernigan, a retiree in Virginia Beach, is disappointed by most politicians, Democrat and Republican. That includes President Donald Trump, whom he helped elect in 2024.

Congressman Mike Kennedy Advocates for Rural Healthcare in Washington

Congressman Mike Kennedy Advocates for Rural Healthcare in Washington

Congressman Mike Kennedy, a family physician and former Utah legislator, is actively working to ensure that federal healthcare policies in Washington D.C. better serve Utah's hospitals and patients, particularly those in rural areas. Kennedy emphasizes bringing Utah's collaborative and practical approach to federal policymaking. He highlights that many existing healthcare systems are outdated and contribute to higher costs and confusing regulations, making it difficult for providers to focus on patient care. His priorities include protecting rural hospitals, streamlining healthcare systems for patients, removing barriers to federal resources, combating fraud, and fostering bipartisan relationships to achieve practical results. Kennedy advocates for stronger Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement for rural facilities, acknowledging that lower patient volumes do not diminish the importance or operating costs of maintaining essential care in these communities. He also addresses the $50 billion Rural Health Trans...

Senate Report Alleges Fossil Fuel Industry Received Billions in Benefits Under Trump Administration

Senate Report Alleges Fossil Fuel Industry Received Billions in Benefits Under Trump Administration

A new report released by Senate Democrats on the Environment and Public Works Committee claims that the fossil fuel industry and its affiliates spent approximately $201 million supporting President Trump and allied Republicans through direct contributions and advertising, in addition to $19 million for the presidential inaugural fund. In exchange, the report alleges the industry received significant benefits, including hundreds of billions of dollars in tax breaks, subsidies, and regulatory rollbacks. The report, titled 'The Billion Dollar Deal: How the Fossil Fuel Industry Bought the Trump Administration, Cashed In, and Left Americans to Pay the Price,' draws on investigations into actions by federal agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. It also analyzes the finances of individual polluters to support its claims.

Senator Murkowski Raises Concerns Over Changes to U.S. Department of Education

Senator Murkowski Raises Concerns Over Changes to U.S. Department of Education

U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski has voiced concerns regarding ongoing changes within the U.S. Department of Education. The Trump administration is reportedly reducing the department's role and reassigning some education programs and administrative duties to other federal agencies. Senator Murkowski explicitly stated her opposition to the elimination of the Department of Education, citing worries expressed by Alaskans about these shifts. The changes are part of a broader effort by the administration to streamline federal operations and potentially alter the scope of federal involvement in education. This development highlights a divergence in views on the appropriate federal role in educational oversight and program management.

Utah Targets 2034 to Restore the Shrinking Great Salt Lake

Utah Targets 2034 to Restore the Shrinking Great Salt Lake

Utah is racing to restore the shrinking Great Salt Lake before Salt Lake City hosts the 2034 Winter Olympics. More than 800 square miles of exposed lakebed can produce windblown dust containing arsenic and other contaminants, raising concerns for nearby communities. Water diversions, drought and warming have driven the lake’s decline, while its shrinking ecosystem threatens millions of migrating birds. Utah is investing in conservation, irrigation upgrades and voluntary water leasing, with a goal of raising lake levels by about 7 feet.

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19 states ready for permanent daylight saving time. What about Ohio?

19 states ready for permanent daylight saving time. What about Ohio?

Some states have enacted laws to make DST permanent, but these laws cannot go into effect until Congress allows it at the federal level.

Cincinnati Enquirer

19 states ready for permanent daylight saving time. What about Ohio?

19 states ready for permanent daylight saving time. What about Ohio?

Some states have enacted laws to make daylight saving time permanent, but the laws can't take effect until Congress allows it at the federal level.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox Signs Executive Order for Recovery Utah Initiative

Utah Governor Spencer Cox Signs Executive Order for Recovery Utah Initiative

Utah Governor Spencer Cox has ceremonially signed the Recovery Utah Initiative Executive Order at the Utah State Capitol. This statewide initiative adopts a comprehensive, whole-of-government strategy to support Utah residents grappling with addiction, homelessness, and mental illness. The primary goal is to facilitate long-term recovery, stability, and self-sufficiency for these individuals. The signing event was attended by Great American Recovery Co-Chair Kathryn Burgum and Interim Executive Director Dr. Monty Burks, highlighting a collaborative effort to strengthen coordination across various government agencies and community organizations. This initiative aligns with the broader objectives of the Great American Recovery Initiative, which seeks to expand pathways to lasting recovery nationwide. The executive order signifies a concerted effort by the state of Utah to address complex societal challenges through integrated support systems.

Mail carrier indicted after allegedly tossing over 300 mail-in ballots

Mail carrier indicted after allegedly tossing over 300 mail-in ballots

Ex-Utah postal worker Damon Matai Seei, 34, faces federal charges after allegedly tossing hundreds of mail-in ballots in a church parking lot dumpster.

Bipartisan Lawmakers Urge DOI to Halt Yosemite Land Transfer to Trump Donor

Bipartisan Lawmakers Urge DOI to Halt Yosemite Land Transfer to Trump Donor

A bipartisan group of 153 lawmakers, led by U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), has formally urged the Department of the Interior (DOI) to abandon a proposed transfer of federally managed public land within Yosemite National Park. The proposal involves exchanging a quarter-mile strip of land to facilitate private access to an 83-acre parcel known as Hazel Green Ranch, adjacent to the park. This ranch is owned by Kingsbarn, a company whose CEO began making donations to President Trump's campaign and the Republican National Committee shortly after acquiring the property in late 2024. Lawmakers contend that this transfer appears to provide a private benefit at the expense of public land, lacking a clear and compelling public benefit. Previous attempts to gain private access to this property were blocked by federal courts in 2007 and 2012. The current proposal also raises concerns as the DOI considered using Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) authority for the exchange, despite congressional objections...

US Justice Department charges Utah postal worker with dumping mail ballots in trash during primary

US Justice Department charges Utah postal worker with dumping mail ballots in trash during primary

The Justice Department says a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Utah threw out more than 300 mail ballots that were being sent to voters for the state’s June primary

Thirty thousand mistakes. How red and blue states added non-citizens to the US voter rolls

Thirty thousand mistakes. How red and blue states added non-citizens to the US voter rolls

By David Morgan WASHINGTON, Sept 23 (Reuters) - US states may have added more than 30,000 self-declared non-citizens to the nation’s voter rolls since 2000 because of software glitches and clerical errors made while processing their driver's license and state ID applications, according to official