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Paramount says California AG contradicted bond arguments in TV interviews

Paramount says California AG contradicted bond arguments in TV interviews

By Jody Godoy Sept 8 (Reuters) - Paramount Skydance said on Tuesday that California Attorney General Rob Bonta made statements in television interviews that undermine his legal arguments against the company's request for a $1.88 billion bond in the Warner Bros. Discovery merger case.

Paramount Repeats Demand That States and WGA Post $1.88 Billion Bond Over Warner Bros. Merger Delay, After AGs Argue Company Is Trying to ‘Offload ...

Paramount Repeats Demand That States and WGA Post $1.88 Billion Bond Over Warner Bros. Merger Delay, After AGs Argue Company Is Trying to ‘Offload ...

Paramount Skydance on Tuesday reiterated its demand in a court filing that 12 states and the WGA — whose antitrust lawsuits seek to block its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery — post $1.88 billion in bond as security for the losses Paramount would incur if the deal doesn’t close until after the trial concludes next […]

California Attorney General Bonta Opposes ATF Proposal to Loosen Safeguards on Federal Contract Weapons

California Attorney General Bonta Opposes ATF Proposal to Loosen Safeguards on Federal Contract Weapons

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside a coalition of 17 attorneys general, is urging the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to withdraw a proposed rule. This proposal could potentially allow machine guns, silencers, and other destructive devices manufactured for federal government contracts to be sold to civilians and law enforcement agencies, even if they were not utilized under the original contract. Currently, manufacturers are generally required to destroy or export excess weapons from federal contracts, unless the ATF makes an individualized determination for late registration. The proposed rule would create an automatic pathway for commercial sale without this case-by-case review, a change that the coalition argues would weaken oversight and undermine firearm tracing. Attorney General Bonta emphasized that weapons made for government contracts should not automatically enter civilian markets, warning of increased risks of loss, theft, or trafficking of dangerous ...

These are the happiest states in America. See where your state ranks

These are the happiest states in America. See where your state ranks

A new report from WalletHub has ranked all 50 states for happiness. Here's who came out on top.

U.S. Representative Hinson's 'Save Our Bacon Act' Divides Iowa Farmers

U.S. Representative Hinson's 'Save Our Bacon Act' Divides Iowa Farmers

U.S. Representative Ashley Hinson has introduced the 'Save Our Bacon Act,' a bill designed to prevent individual states from imposing their farming regulations on livestock products sold across state lines. This legislation directly addresses concerns from producers regarding state laws like California's Proposition 12, which mandates specific growing conditions for certain livestock, including hogs, requiring at least 24 square feet of usable floor space for pork products sold in the state. While Hinson's spokesperson states that Iowa farmers overwhelmingly oppose Proposition 12 and that the act aims to protect them from 'anti-ag activists,' the bill has created a division within the agricultural community. Proponents argue it shields producers from a 'patchwork' of state laws, ensuring they are not dictated how to raise their animals. However, opponents contend that the act primarily benefits industrialized agriculture and could harm smaller, innovative farmers who have adapted their operations to meet d...

Hunter Biden and Ted Cruz Signal Early Interest in 2028 Presidential Race

Hunter Biden and Ted Cruz Signal Early Interest in 2028 Presidential Race

The 2028 U.S. presidential election is seeing an unexpectedly early activation, with figures from both major parties signaling potential candidacies. Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, stated in a September 6 radio interview that he might consider running for president in 2028 if he receives sufficient support. He acknowledged a strong pool of potential Democratic candidates, including Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, and California Governor Gavin Newsom. Concurrently, Republican Senator Ted Cruz of Texas is reportedly exploring a presidential campaign, conducting polls and visiting battleground states. Cruz has openly expressed his ambition to become president, building on his experience from the 2016 Iowa caucus victory. This early maneuvering is occurring even before the 2026 midterm elections, indicating a heightened pace in the lead-up to the next presidential cycle.

Farm State Republicans Face Political Bind Over Trump's Policies Ahead of Midterm Elections

Farm State Republicans Face Political Bind Over Trump's Policies Ahead of Midterm Elections

Republicans in U.S. farm states are confronting a challenging political landscape as the 2026 midterm elections approach. These lawmakers find themselves in a difficult position, needing to defend President Trump's policies while simultaneously addressing the negative economic impacts these policies have on their agricultural constituents. Key issues include tariffs, increased beef imports, and high fuel and fertilizer prices, all of which are significantly affecting farming communities. For instance, diesel prices recently hit a record high of $5.90, and gasoline reached approximately $4.15 a gallon over Labor Day weekend, largely due to the ongoing war with Iran. The escalating trade dispute with Canada is also threatening agricultural exports and increasing the cost of machinery. Furthermore, a recent Trump administration decision to temporarily expand tariff-free imports of lean beef has drawn criticism from cattle ranchers. Representative Zach Nunn of Iowa, who represents a swing district, has voiced ...

California and States Warn Supreme Court of 'Chaos' Over USPS Mail Ballot Rules

California and States Warn Supreme Court of 'Chaos' Over USPS Mail Ballot Rules

California and 23 other states, along with the District of Columbia, have warned the U.S. Supreme Court that new U.S. Postal Service (USPS) rules for mail ballots, implemented under President Trump's executive order, would cause widespread disruption and could disenfranchise millions of voters in the upcoming November election. The Democrat-led coalition argued that compliance with these rules would be impossible for some states before the midterms, preventing many from voting by mail or at all. They also cited objections from officials in conservative states like Utah, Florida, Ohio, Texas, and Wisconsin, who anticipate an "unmitigated disaster" if the rules proceed. The new regulations require states to submit complete voter lists to the Postal Service and adopt new ballot envelopes with individualized voter bar codes. The Postal Service would then reject any mail ballots not matching these lists. Additionally, President Trump's order directed the Department of Homeland Security to develop its own list o...

DOE Finalizes $1.9 Billion Loan to Restart Duane Arnold Nuclear Plant in Iowa

DOE Finalizes $1.9 Billion Loan to Restart Duane Arnold Nuclear Plant in Iowa

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has finalized a loan of up to $1.9 billion to NextEra Energy to facilitate the restart of the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa. This nuclear power plant, a 615-megawatt facility in Palo, Linn County, ceased operations in August 2020 after 45 years, following damage from a derecho wind event. The decision to restart the plant is partly driven by the increasing demand for energy, particularly from data centers. NextEra has secured a 25-year power purchase agreement with Alphabet's Google to supply electricity from the plant. The facility is projected to resume commercial operation in the first quarter of 2029, pending approval from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. This initiative is part of a broader strategy by the DOE to bring closed nuclear power plants back online, including the Palisades station in Michigan and Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania.

Amazon Data Center in Gilroy Faces Local Opposition Over Transparency and Environmental Concerns

Amazon Data Center in Gilroy Faces Local Opposition Over Transparency and Environmental Concerns

Amazon Data Center in Gilroy Faces Local Opposition Over Transparency and Environmental Concerns

Congressman John B. Larson Joins Bipartisan Brief Urging Supreme Court to Block President Trump's Mail-In Voting Order

Congressman John B. Larson Joins Bipartisan Brief Urging Supreme Court to Block President Trump's Mail-In Voting Order

Congressman John B. Larson (CT-01), alongside a bipartisan coalition of 261 lawmakers, has filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Court of the United States. The brief, submitted in the case of United States Postal Service v. State of California, urges the court to reject President Trump’s executive order concerning mail-in voting. According to Larson and the coalition, this order is an unconstitutional attempt to control the mail-in voting process and follows previous threats by President Trump to 'nationalize our elections.' The lawmakers argue that the order violates the separation of powers and Article I of the U.S. Constitution, which grants states and Congress exclusive authority over election administration. They contend that the President's order seeks to empower Trump officials to determine voter eligibility by giving the Postal Service control over who can vote by mail. Larson stated that President Trump is determined to interfere with a free and fair election, referencing the 'SAVE America Act' ...

National high school football rankings: Upsets reshape USA TODAY Sports Super 50

National high school football rankings: Upsets reshape USA TODAY Sports Super 50

Check the current 2026 season records for top high school football programs across every state in the country.