(The Center Square) – Millions of residents in blue states have migrated to red states within the past 30 years, according to federal data. A policy group that analyzed the… Read More
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Federal data: School leaders say 40% of students are behind grade level
(The Center Square) – According to a federal survey of school leaders, 40% of students in the nation’s public schools were behind grade level in one or more subjects at… Read More
Biden’s Controversial Clemency Grants to Convicted Officials Spark Outrage
President Joe Biden faced bipartisan criticism this week after granting clemency to two disgraced officials convicted in high-profile corruption cases. The decision, part of a larger clemency package for 1,500… Read More
ABC News Settles Trump Defamation Lawsuit for $16 Million, Issues Apology
ABC News has agreed to pay $15 million to a “presidential foundation and museum” and $1 million in legal fees as part of a settlement with President-elect Donald Trump in… Read More
Federal judge blocks Albertsons-Kroger merger
(The Center Square) – A federal judge has blocked the $24.6 billion proposed merger between Albertsons and Kroger in response to a lawsuit filed against it by the Federal Trade… Read More
Montana State education department works to address statewide teacher shortage
BOZEMAN — At the end of November in Montana, there were 51 openings for special education teachers, and a report on the state’s teacher shortage last year identified special education… Read More
Montana Attorney General Leads Coalition Defending U.S. Gun Manufacturers
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is spearheading a coalition of 28 states in urging the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to protect American firearm manufacturers from liability claims… Read More
After Trump threatens Mexico, authorities make largest fentanyl bust in history
(The Center Square) – After President-elect Donald Trump vowed to impose tariffs on Mexico and spoke to Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, demanding that Mexico stop facilitating illegal entry into… Read More
Holiday shopping expected to break records again in 2024
(The Center Square) – Nearly 40% of all Americans plan to shop on Black Friday, to kick off the holiday shopping season. Holiday sales are already expected to once again break… Read More
Federal loan to struggling EV automaker under fire
(The Center Square) – All-electric automaker Rivian Automotive announced on Monday that it received a “conditional commitment” for a $6.6B loan from the U.S. Department of Energy. If finalized, the loan… Read More
Eco-Terrorism Ties Resurface as Biden Official Takes Role at Environmental Group
Tracy Stone-Manning, a senior official in President Joe Biden’s administration who spearheaded its aggressive climate agenda, has been named the next president of The Wilderness Society, a prominent environmental organization… Read More
Senator Daines Condemns Biden Administration’s Decision to Halt Montana Coal Leasing
U.S. Senator Steve Daines criticized the Biden administration’s recent decision to prohibit new coal leasing in Montana’s Powder River Basin, following the publication of the Miles City Resource Management Plan… Read More
Federal Judge Reverses Semi-Retirement Decision After Trump’s
For the second time since Republican President-elect Donald Trump’s election, a federal judge has reversed a decision to take senior status, citing the apparent lapse of time for a Democratic… Read More
Montana DEQ Expands Air Quality Monitoring with New Glasgow Station
In October, the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) installed a new permanent air quality monitor in Glasgow, providing Valley County residents with expanded access to real-time air quality data…. Read More
FEMA under investigation over Trump supporter discrimination
(The Center Square) – House Oversight Chair Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., has opened an investigation into the Federal Emergency Management Agency over reports that it discriminated against supporters of Donald… Read More
Board of Regents approves new institute at Montana State to address national security
BOZEMAN — The Montana Board of Regents today approved Montana State University’s proposal to establish a new institute to help address the nation’s security needs through applied research, technology development… Read More
Trump Shapes Second Administration
President-elect Donald Trump has begun appointing officials to top positions in his incoming administration, signaling a departure from the internal strife that marked his first term. This time, Trump is… Read More
Senators Daines and King Lead Bipartisan Push to Protect and Restore Public Lands
In a bipartisan effort to safeguard and improve America’s public lands, Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Senator Angus King (I-Maine), joined by Senators Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.),… Read More
‘Rosie the Riveter’ Lucille MacDonald dies at age 98 in Hawaii
FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii — Lucille “Cille” MacDonald, who this spring was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for “Rosie the Riveter” work during World War II, died Friday in Valley Island,… Read More
Governor Opens Applications for District Court Judge Vacancy in Montana’s Seventh Judicial District
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has begun accepting applications and nominations to fill a district court judge vacancy in the Seventh Judicial District, which serves Dawson, Prairie, McCone, Richland, and Wibaux… Read More
Pentagon still can’t pass audit despite years of trying
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Defense’s annual audit once again resulted in a disclaimer. That means the federal government’s largest agency – with a budget of more… Read More
Energy independence group hails Trump cabinet picks
(The Center Square) – A group that advocates for American energy independence is applauding President Donald Trump’s recent cabinet selections, including Saturday’s nomination of Chris Wright as secretary of the… Read More
Montana FWP Director Dustin Temple Announces Retirement
Governor Greg Gianforte announced today that Dustin Temple, director of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP), will retire at the end of the year after a distinguished 20-year career with… Read More
Netanyahu Confirms Israeli Airstrike Targeted Iran’s Nuclear Capabilities
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Monday that Israel’s airstrike on Iran last month targeted a specific element of Tehran’s nuclear program, while also damaging its defense and missile production… Read More
Montana Law Enforcement Academy Graduates 62 New Officers
The Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA), part of the Montana Department of Justice, celebrated the graduation of 62 new officers today. These graduates will serve in 40 agencies across the… Read More
Trump Picks Brendan Carr as Chairman of the FCC
President-elect Donald Trump has announced his selection of Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), a move that is expected to reshape the agency’s direction on telecom… Read More
Prosecutors seek more time in Trump’s election interference case
(The Center Square) – Federal prosecutors filed a motion Friday seeking more time to determine how to proceed in President-elect Donald Trump’s election interference case. Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team… Read More
New York City to end controversial migrant debit card program
(The Center Square) — New York City is ending its controversial program that gave newly arriving migrants debit cards pre-loaded with money to pay for food, baby supplies and other… Read More
California’s carbon credit update could raise fuel costs by $162B through 2046
(The Center Square) – California lawmakers are demanding a cost analysis and vote delay by an appointed state commission on carbon credit changes that could significantly increase the costs of… Read More
Greg Gianforte Declared Winner of Montana Governor’s Race
Decision Desk HQ has officially called Montana’s Governor race for incumbent Republican Greg Gianforte, as early results show him leading Democratic challenger Ryan Busse by a wide margin. With 6.2%… Read More
Tim Sheehy Defeats Jon Tester
Republican Tim Sheehy has won Montana’s high-stakes U.S. Senate race, defeating three-term Democratic incumbent Jon Tester in a contest that saw record-breaking spending and national attention. Sheehy’s victory bolsters the… Read More
Donald Trump Elected 47th President of the United States
Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States, completing an extraordinary political comeback. With his victory in Wisconsin, Trump secured the 270 electoral votes needed to… Read More
Venezuelan gang members accused in Dallas-area murder
(The Center Square) – More illegal border crossers who are confirmed Venezuelan Tren De Aragua prison gang members continue to be arrested for allegedly committing violent crimes in Texas. Three… Read More
Treasury to expand oversight of foreign entities’ property purchases near military bases
The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued a final rule Friday that expands the government’s ability to review foreign real estate transactions near more than 60 military bases and installations across 30… Read More
Montana State University Receives $6.4 Million Grant for Railway Workforce Development
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $6.4 million grant to the Western Transportation Institute (WTI) at Montana State University to support workforce development in the railway sector throughout… Read More
Knudsen launches investigation into pediatric group for misleading puberty blocker guidelines
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today the launch of an investigation involving a coalition of 12 state attorneys general into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). The inquiry centers… Read More
Montana Republican Party Chairman Calls Out Tester Over Law Enforcement Funding Claims
Montana Republican Party Chairman Don “K” Kaltschmidt issued a statement today criticizing Senator Jon Tester for what he claims are false assertions regarding funding for law enforcement in a recent… Read More
16 AGs call on DHS to verify citizenship information of registered voters
(The Center Square) – Sixteen attorneys general, led by Ohio AG Dave Yost, called on Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to provide voter registration information to states, particularly… Read More
Department of Education loan rule could cost up to $600 billion
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Education’s proposed rules for student loan forgiveness could cost taxpayers up to $600 billion, far more than the department estimated, according to budget… Read More
Montana Attorney General Sues TikTok Over Harmful Content to Minors
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has filed a lawsuit against TikTok, alleging the social media platform knowingly shares addictive and harmful content with children and teens, while engaging in deceptive… Read More
GOP Chairman Criticizes Suspension Recommendation for Attorney General Knudsen
Montana Republican Party Chairman Don Kaltschmidt has condemned the Commission on Practices (COP) following their recommendation to suspend Attorney General Austin Knudsen for 90 days. Kaltschmidt described the recommendation as… Read More
Montana State to honor Tryg Koch with Outstanding Agricultural Leader award
Next month Tryg Koch, a familiar face to many in Montana’s agricultural community, will be recognized by the Montana State University College of Agriculture during the annual Celebrate Ag event…. Read More
Feds end 2024 with $1.8 trillion deficit; national debt nears $36 trillion
(The Center Square) – The federal government spent $1.8 trillion more than it collected in tax revenue in fiscal year 2024, according to figures released Friday by U.S. Treasury Department…. Read More
‘Disaster Equity:’ FEMA shifted focus to migrants, climate and DEI
(The Center Square) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency is taking fire for its increased focus on migrants, and diversity, equity and inclusion policies while its response to recent hurricanes… Read More
Supreme Court to hear oral arguments on transgender ban
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Dec. 4 in a case challenging a bill that prohibits gender-affirming surgeries and treatments for minors. Senate Bill 1… Read More
Montana University System Launches Search for New President of Montana State University
The Montana University System (MUS) is initiating a comprehensive national search to find a successor for Waded Cruzado, who has announced her retirement as President of Montana State University (MSU)… Read More
Montana Recognized for Fiscal Responsibility and Tax Relief by Cato Institute
Governor Greg Gianforte announced today that Montana has been ranked among the top states for fiscal responsibility and tax relief in a recent report by the Cato Institute, a nationally… Read More
Montana State University Hosts Free Mathematics Contests for High School Students
High school students are invited to register for free mathematics contests taking place on Wednesday, November 6, and Tuesday, November 12, at Montana State University (MSU) in Bozeman. The exams… Read More