(The Center Square) – Montana recently became the sixth state this year to pass a ban on foreign spending on ballot measures. Watchdog organizations, however, say the state’s new law… Read More
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In just a few months, ICE makes 1,000+ worksite enforcement actions
(The Center Square) – In just a few months, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have arrested more than 1,000 “illegal alien workers without employment authorization.” It’s “the highest rate… Read More
Governor Gianforte Announces Board Appointments
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the following appointments: Board of Regents of Higher Education Carter Jasper, Missoula: A graduate of Saint Regis High School, Jasper is a student at the… Read More
Zinke Votes to Pass “Big Beautiful Bill”
Congressman Ryan Zinke (MT-01) announced his vote in favor of the Big Beautiful Bill Act, landmark legislation that he says delivers long-awaited reforms to federal tax policy, border security, entitlement… Read More
Senator Steve Daines Leads Push to Strengthen Veteran Health Care Access
U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) has introduced new legislation aimed at reinforcing the Department of Veterans Affairs’ commitment to accessible, high-quality health care for America’s veterans. Joined by Senators Chuck… Read More
Montana Ranks Third Nationally for Lowest Unemployment
Montana continues to outperform much of the nation in employment, ranking third among U.S. states for the lowest unemployment rate, Governor Greg Gianforte announced. The state’s jobless rate held steady… Read More
Officials Urge Caution on Roads as “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” Begin
With Memorial Day weekend kicking off the unofficial start of summer, Attorney General Austin Knudsen and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) are urging Montanans to drive safely as the state… Read More
Daines Joins Push to Reverse Biden-Era IRS Initiative Targeting Small Businesses
U.S. Senator Steve Daines is calling on the U.S. Department of the Treasury to reverse a Biden-era Internal Revenue Service (IRS) initiative that he and several Republican colleagues argue unfairly… Read More
Gianforte Launches Fifth Annual 56 County Tou
Kicking off his fifth annual 56 County Tour, Governor Greg Gianforte hit the road this week, visiting Montanans in Sheridan, Daniels, Roosevelt, McCone, and Richland counties, spotlighting legislative wins, economic… Read More
Biden receives support, questions about transparency amid cancer diagnosis
(The Center Square) – Leaders in both political parties are showing former President Joe Biden their support after Biden announced he is dealing with an aggressive form of prostate cancer…. Read More
Miles City Student Wins Statewide Law Enforcement Appreciation Poster Contest
Attorney General Austin Knudsen has announced Jordyn Muggli, a fifth-grade student at Lincoln Grade School in Miles City, as the winner of the 2025 Law Enforcement Appreciation Poster Contest, held… Read More
UM and Blackfoot Communications Launch Cybersecurity Partnership
The University of Montana and Blackfoot Communications have joined forces to launch a critical new initiative aimed at bolstering cybersecurity defense in Montana’s rural communities. Announced this week, the partnership… Read More
Governor Gianforte Signs Ban on Lab-Grown Meat
Governor Greg Gianforte has signed House Bill 401 into law, banning the manufacture, sale, and distribution of lab-grown meat in Montana. The legislation, aimed at safeguarding the state’s ranching industry,… Read More
Daines, Cornyn Introduce Bill Seeking Death Penalty for Illegal Immigrants Convicted of Killing Americans
U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) joined Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and several Republican colleagues in introducing legislation that would allow the death penalty for illegal immigrants convicted of murdering American… Read More
Montana Attorney General Leads 26-State Coalition Challenging Hawaii Gun Ban at Supreme Court
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is leading a 26-state coalition urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a Hawaii law that imposes broad restrictions on where law-abiding citizens can carry… Read More
Wyoming Air National Guard to Receive C-130J Super Hercules Upgrade
The Wyoming Air National Guard has been selected to receive the C-130J Super Hercules, a modern upgrade to replace its aging fleet of C-130H aircraft. This announcement marks a significant… Read More
Trump Nominates Kurt Alme as U.S. Attorney for Montana
President Donald Trump has nominated Kurt Alme to serve as the U.S. Attorney for Montana, a move that has garnered strong support from Montana’s U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Tim… Read More
Montana State University creates new master’s degree program dedicated to manufacturing
Montana State University has appointed Kevin Amende, associate professor of mechanical and industrial engineering, to oversee its new master’s degree program dedicated to manufacturing, which is set to admit its… Read More
SCOTUS decision on religious charter schools will carry widespread ramifications
(The Center Square) – In a case that could have major implications for the American public school system, the U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether religious charter schools, which are… Read More
Gov. Gianforte Signs MEPA Reform Package, Aims to Boost Energy Sector and Cut Red Tape
Governor Greg Gianforte on Monday signed into law a suite of five bills overhauling the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA), a move he says will protect the environment while streamlining… Read More
Montana Leads 17-State Coalition Challenging Racial Discrimination in DEI Training
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is spearheading a 17-state coalition urging the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals to reverse a lower court ruling that dismissed a lawsuit challenging mandatory workplace… Read More
Wyoming Power Plant May Be Proving Ground For Emissions-Free Coal Burning
PacifiCorp confirmed this week it’s moving ahead with a plan that could ultimately retire the iconic smokestacks of its Dave Johnston Power Plant seen to the north while driving between Glenrock and Casper, Wyoming…. Read More
In 3 months, federal oil, gas lease sales total $39 million in 5 western states
(The Center Square) – The Trump administration is continuing to reverse Biden administration energy policies, including its moratorium on new oil and natural gas lease sales on federal land and… Read More
South Dakota firm to bring ‘Ring of Fire’ LED Display System for New Nissan Stadium
When the Tennessee Titans open the doors to their brand-new Nissan Stadium in 2027, fans will be welcomed into a high-tech visual experience unlike any other in the NFL. Partnering… Read More
Governor Gianforte Pushes for Permanent Tax Relief During Kalispell Visit
Governor Greg Gianforte joined small business owners in Kalispell today to rally support for his push to deliver permanent property and income tax relief for Montanans. Speaking at a press… Read More
Peabody Closes ‘Substantial’ Deal For Coal From Its Flagship Wyoming Coal Mine
Hank’s Reno Junction Travel Plaza sits at the busy intersection of Wyoming Highways 387 and 59, making it a strategic stop for travelers, truckers and coal miners working at the… Read More
Montana Legislature Passes Bills to Support Future Nuclear Energy Development
Two bills aimed at laying the groundwork for a nuclear energy industry in Montana have passed the state legislature and are awaiting the governor’s signature. House Bill 623 would permit… Read More
Attorney General Joins Coalition Supporting President Trump’s Efforts to Restore Education Authority to States
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen led a coalition of 21 states in filing an amicus brief supporting President Donald Trump’s decision to reduce the workforce at the Department of Education,… Read More
Trump Administration Launches Plan to Expand Offshore Drilling
The U.S. Interior Department announced Friday that it is opening the public comment process for a new five-year offshore oil and gas leasing program, potentially paving the way for expanded… Read More
Pentagon Cancels $5.1 Billion in Contracts with Accenture, Deloitte
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday the termination of $5.1 billion worth of Pentagon IT and consulting contracts, targeting major firms such as Accenture, Deloitte, and Booz Allen Hamilton. The… Read More
Montana Senate Advances Bill to Strengthen Voter Residency Requirements
In a significant move aimed at preserving the integrity of local elections, the Montana Senate advanced House Bill 413 on Thursday, tightening voter residency requirements to ensure that only long-term… Read More
Judge Dan Wilson Announces Supreme Court Bid
Flathead County District Court Judge Dan Wilson, who narrowly lost his 2024 bid for a seat on the Montana Supreme Court, announced Wednesday that he will run again—this time for… Read More
CA fails audit of federal programs, 66% of COVID unemployment benefits in question
(The Center Square) – California did not materially comply with the requirements for seven of the 22 federal programs the state auditor examined, including “pervasive” noncompliance in its unemployment benefits… Read More
U.S. adds 228,000 jobs in March, surpassing expectations
The Center Square) – The U.S. added 228,000 jobs in March, the U.S. Department of Labor reported Friday, nearly double what was forecast. Employment gains occurred in the health care,… Read More
Governor Gianforte Defends Parental Rights, Urges U.S. Supreme Court to Overturn Ruling
In a strong stand for parental rights and the rule of law, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, urging the justices to overturn… Read More
Montana’s Bathroom Bill Halted by Democrat-Appointed Judge
A Missoula judge appointed by former Democratic Governor Steve Bullock has temporarily blocked a newly enacted law that protects women’s bathrooms and locker rooms from being accessed by biological males…. Read More
Knudsen Urges Trump Administration to Close Drug Trafficking Loophole
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of 25 state attorneys general in calling on the Trump Administration to take action against a little-known import program that they… Read More
Montana Senate Issues Lifetime Ban to Former Senate President Jason Ellsworth
Former Montana Senate President Jason Ellsworth has been banned for life from the Senate floor following a bipartisan vote to censure the Hamilton Republican over a serious ethics violation tied… Read More
Montana Ranked Best State for Startups
Montana has officially been named the best state in the nation for launching a new business, according to a new report highlighted by Governor Greg Gianforte on Friday. Topping the… Read More
State Department to assume control of USAID programs after Trump court win
(The Center Square) – The Department of State will assume many of the responsibilities and oversight of programs previously performed by the U.S. Agency of International Development, effectively shuttering the… Read More
Governor Gianforte Signs Bills Protecting Montana Women and Girls
Governor Greg Gianforte reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding the privacy, safety, and fairness of Montana women and girls by signing two key pieces of legislation aimed at protecting women’s spaces… Read More
Montana State among the top three military-friendly schools in the nation
For the fifth consecutive year, Montana State University’s efforts to support student veterans have been recognized with a designation as a top-10 military-friendly school in a nationwide survey through the… Read More
Wells Fargo Drops Net-Zero Goals Amid Attorney General Investigation
Wells Fargo has officially abandoned its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, prompting Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen to close his investigation into the bank’s Environmental, Social, and Governance… Read More
Governor Gianforte, AFP Champion Historic Tax Cuts at Capitol Rally
Governor Greg Gianforte, joined by Americans for Prosperity (AFP), rallied at the Montana State Capitol Friday to push for historic tax cuts aimed at providing significant relief to Montanans. The… Read More
DOJ Sues Federal Employee Union, Citing National Security Concerns
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against affiliates of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), seeking to end collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) that it claims… Read More
Social workers get millions to push DEI in schools
(The Center Square) – A close look at the Department of Education’s grant funding shows that millions of taxpayer dollars are being spent at universities to train social workers to… Read More
King County Superior Court judge rules natural gas initiative unconstitutional
(The Center Square) – King County Superior Court Judge Sandra Widlan on Friday ruled Initiative 2066, protecting access to natural gas for homes and businesses in Washington state, is unconstitutional…. Read More
Governor Gianforte Hails GE Aerospace Expansion in Butte
Governor Greg Gianforte is celebrating a $2 million investment from GE Aerospace to expand manufacturing capacity at its joint venture site in Butte, further boosting Montana’s role in commercial and… Read More