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Treasury Sanctions Hizballah Finance Network, Gold Exchange and Shipping Firms

The U.S. Department of the Treasury moved Thursday to disrupt what officials described as two key financial pipelines sustaining Hezbollah, targeting a Lebanon-based gold exchange and an international procurement and… Read More

February 14, 2026

Daines Says Tariff on Russian Palladium Safeguards Montana Mining

Steve Daines praised the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 132.83% anti-dumping duty on Russian palladium imports, calling the move a critical step to protect Montana mining jobs and counter… Read More

February 14, 2026

Gianforte, Knudsen Open Investigation Into Helena Immigration Resolution

Greg Gianforte and Austin Knudsen announced Thursday that the state will investigate whether recent actions by the Helena City Commission violate Montana’s ban on sanctuary city policies. The announcement follows… Read More

February 14, 2026

NASA awards grant to Montana State for quantum space communications

A new $750,000 EPSCoR grant from NASA will help researchers at Montana State University work to limit the impact of atmospheric turbulence in quantum laser communications links between ground stations… Read More

February 13, 2026

Poll: Majority prefer Trump’s immigration policies over Biden’s

The Center Square) – A majority of Americans say they prefer President Donald Trump’s approach to border security and immigration than they do former President Joe Biden’s, according to new… Read More

February 11, 2026

House Oversight probes Rep. Ilhan Omar’s husband’s businesses

(The Center Square) – The House Oversight Committee is investigating the rapid rise in value of two companies owned by Rep. Ilhan Omar’s husband, amid concerns over financial transparency and… Read More

February 11, 2026

Lawsuit alleges illegal property assessments across Montana

A class-action lawsuit filed by two Montana property owners alleges the Montana Department of Revenue (DOR) used illegal appraisal methods that artificially inflated property valuations statewide, forcing many taxpayers to… Read More

February 10, 2026

President Trump Launches TrumpRx.gov

President Donald J. Trump officially launched TrumpRx.gov, a new federal platform designed to provide Americans with direct access to dramatically lower prices on dozens of high-cost, brand-name prescription drugs. The… Read More

February 9, 2026

Sheehy secures $32 million for Montana in latest federal funding package

Senator Tim Sheehy (R-Wyo.) announced that Montana will receive $32 million in the latest federal funding package, signed into law by President Trump. The funds are earmarked for critical infrastructure… Read More

February 8, 2026

Sheehy introduces bipartisan wildfire and forest management bill

Senator Sheehy (R-MT) joined Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) in introducing the Carbon Resource Innovation Act, a bipartisan bill designed to expand the 45Q carbon capture tax credit to include innovative… Read More

February 8, 2026

Knudsen urges expanded House Judiciary investigation into judicial bias

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen joined a 22-state coalition urging the U.S. House Judiciary Committee to broaden its ongoing investigation into improper influence on federal proceedings to include the Federal… Read More

February 8, 2026

Medal of Honor Monday: Army Tech. 5th Grade Eric Gibson

Army Tech. 5th Grade Eric Gibson served as a cook during World War II, but his desire for more led him to work out a deal with his superiors to… Read More

February 2, 2026

Commerce Awards $600,000 in Grants to 11 Montana Main Street Communities

Eleven Montana communities will share $600,000 in grant funding through the Montana Main Street (MMS) Program to support revitalization projects aimed at strengthening downtowns and local businesses. “The MMS Program… Read More

January 30, 2026

Gov. Gianforte Highlights Workforce Training Opportunities at Great Falls College

Governor Greg Gianforte visited Great Falls College to spotlight workforce training programs designed to prepare Montanans for in-demand careers and support the state’s growing economy as part of his 406… Read More

January 29, 2026

U.S. Targets Costa Rican Drug Trafficking Ring

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced a major action against a Costa Rica-based cocaine trafficking and money laundering network, designating five Costa Rican… Read More

January 28, 2026

Attorney General Joins Coalition Supporting Revision of Biden-Era Disability Rule

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of 23 state attorneys general in support of the Trump Administration’s effort to revise a Biden-era federal rule that they argue… Read More

January 25, 2026

Poll Shows Zinke Leading Potential Democratic Challengers

A new poll indicates incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke enters the 2026 election cycle with a substantial advantage over the top two potential Democratic challengers, according to survey results… Read More

January 24, 2026

$1,776 ‘Warrior Dividend’ Tax-Free, IRS Confirms

The Internal Revenue Service today confirmed that the $1,776 “Warrior Dividend” more than 1.5 million service members received last year, at the direction of President Donald J. Trump, would be… Read More

January 23, 2026

US Supreme Court Sides With Knudsen 9-0

The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled this week that Anaconda police officers did not violate the Fourth Amendment when they entered a man’s home without a warrant during a suspected… Read More

January 16, 2026

Gianforte Honors Winners of 2025 Youth Hunting Story Contest at Capitol

Gov. Greg Gianforte recognized ten Montana youth during a ceremony at the State Capitol, celebrating the winners of his fourth annual Youth Hunting Story Contest and highlighting the state’s long-standing… Read More

January 16, 2026

Trump Administration Announces Leadership Team for Gaza Peace and Reconstruction Plan

President Donald J. Trump announced key appointments to implement Phase Two of his Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict, marking a major step toward stabilization, reconstruction, and long-term governance… Read More

January 16, 2026

Sheehy Secures $12.2 Million for Montana Projects in Senate Funding Bill

Sen. Tim Sheehy announced that Montana projects will receive $12.2 million under a federal funding bill passed by the U.S. Senate and sent to President Donald Trump for signature. The… Read More

January 16, 2026

Montana Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.3% in November, Remains Among Nation’s Lowest

Montana’s unemployment rate increased to 3.3 percent in November, continuing a streak of more than four consecutive years with unemployment at or below 3.4 percent, state officials announced. The state’s… Read More

January 15, 2026

Justice McKinnon Pleads Not Guilty to Misdemeanor Reckless Endangerment Charge

Montana Supreme Court Justice Laurie McKinnon is facing a misdemeanor charge of reckless endangerment of emergency personnel stemming from a November traffic stop in Broadwater County, a case that has… Read More

January 13, 2026

Democratic Field Grows in Challenge to Zinke

A growing field of Democrats is lining up to challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke in Montana’s western U.S. House district, as the party looks to mount a competitive bid… Read More

January 11, 2026

Knudsen, Gianforte Urge Montanans to Learn Signs of Human Trafficking During Prevention Month

Attorney General Austin Knudsen and Gov. Greg Gianforte on Tuesday recognized Human Trafficking Prevention Month by encouraging Montanans to learn the warning signs of human trafficking and report suspicious activity… Read More

January 10, 2026

Governor Gianforte Highlights Workforce Training, Apprenticeships in Bozeman

Governor Greg Gianforte joined Johnson Metal Works in Bozeman to celebrate the expansion of apprenticeship opportunities that prepare Montana students for high-demand, well-paying careers. “Apprenticeships open doors for Montanans to… Read More

January 10, 2026

OpenAI and SoftBank Invest $1 Billion in SB Energy to Power AI Data Centers

OpenAI and SoftBank Group Corp. are jointly investing $1 billion in SB Energy, the infrastructure company helping build out the United States’ next generation of artificial intelligence data centers. Under… Read More

January 9, 2026

DEQ Seeks Public Comment on North Plains Connector Project

he Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is inviting public input on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed North Plains Connector Project. The comment period is open… Read More

January 9, 2026

President Directs U.S. Withdrawal from Dozens of International Organizations and Treaties

The White House announced Friday that the United States will begin withdrawing from a broad range of international organizations, conventions, and treaties deemed “contrary to the interests of the United… Read More

January 8, 2026

Department of Livestock reports brucellosis-affected herd in Gallatin County

he Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) has confirmed that an animal from a Gallatin County livestock herd within Montana’s Designated Surveillance Area (DSA) tested positive for brucellosis, marking the second… Read More

January 3, 2026

Commissioner Brown secures more than $160,000 in restitution for Montana investors

Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown announced that thousands of Montana investors will receive more than $160,000 in restitution following enforcement actions against several national… Read More

January 3, 2026

GOP leaders cite border, tax, and energy bills as Congress wraps first year

As the first year of the 119th Congress draws to a close, House Republicans are pointing to an aggressive legislative record they say advances President Donald Trump’s America First agenda,… Read More

January 1, 2026

2025 in review: Historic border security actions taken by Trump

(The Center Square) – On the first day of his second term in office, President Donald Trump issued multiple executive orders, followed by multiple policy changes, that in one year… Read More

December 31, 2025

Liberal States Lead U.S. in Inflation Rates

A new analysis of year-over-year inflation across U.S. states finds that local economic conditions and policy choices play a significant role in driving price increases, with liberal-leaning states and cities… Read More

December 28, 2025

Supreme Court could redefine 14th Amendment application

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Supreme Court will decide a case in 2026 challenging President Donald Trump’s authority to end birthright citizenship. Trump v. Barbara challenges Trump’s executive order… Read More

December 27, 2025

Montana Lottery announces Montana Millionaire winning numbers

The Montana Lottery on Friday announced the winning numbers for this year’s Montana Millionaire game, which awarded five $1 million prizes. The winning ticket numbers are: #1: 200837 #2: 315500… Read More

December 27, 2025

Congressional Conflicts: Curb on lawmakers’ stock trades draws fire for being weak

(The Center Square) – A limited ban on stock trading by Congress might get a vote next year after a 2012 law did not do enough to stem the practice… Read More

December 26, 2025

Montana Revokes License of Doctor Accused of Unnecessary Cancer Treatments

The state of Montana has revoked the medical license of Dr. Thomas Weiner, the former director of St. Peter’s Health Cancer Treatment Center, following findings that he harmed patients through… Read More

December 25, 2025

Gianforte Donates Portion of Salary to Mountain Shadow Association in Lodge Grass

Gov. Greg Gianforte on donated a quarter of his annual salary to the Mountain Shadow Association in Lodge Grass, marking the twelfth and final day of his fifth annual 12… Read More

December 22, 2025

Knudsen Leads 26-State Coalition Seeking DOJ Probe of China-Linked Climate Groups

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is leading a 26-state coalition of attorneys general in requesting a U.S. Department of Justice investigation into two climate activist organizations with alleged ties to… Read More

December 20, 2025

‘Long overdue’: Praise for HHS’ action to bar taxpayer-funded sex-change procedures

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ action to bar “sex-rejecting” transgender procedures for minors has met with approval from groups that aim to protect… Read More

December 20, 2025

Sen. Jason Ellsworth Charged with official misconduct

Prosecutors in the Montana Attorney General’s Office  filed official misconduct charges against state Sen. Jason Ellsworth, alleging he acted outside the scope of his lawful authority as a public servant… Read More

December 19, 2025

Trump Tariffs Shrink Trade Deficit to Five-Year Low

The U.S. trade deficit has narrowed to its smallest level since mid-2020, falling more than 35% compared with last year, underscoring the impact of President Donald J. Trump’s America First… Read More

December 18, 2025

GAO Report Reveals Widespread Fraud in Obamacare Marketplace

A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) investigation has uncovered massive fraud and systemic weaknesses in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, including fake identities receiving subsidies, misuse of Social Security… Read More

December 18, 2025

Montana AG Knudsen Sues Uber Over Uber One Subscription Practices

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen on Monday filed a lawsuit against Uber, alleging the ridesharing and delivery company engaged in unfair and deceptive practices tied to its Uber One subscription… Read More

December 17, 2025

Knudsen Tapped to Lead GOP Attorneys General

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen will lead the Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) into what the group calls the most consequential election year in its history. Knudsen was unanimously elected… Read More

December 16, 2025

Sheehy Leads Bipartisan Push for Free Park Passes to Law Enforcement, Firefighters

U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy is leading a bipartisan effort in the Senate to expand free access to national parks and federal recreation lands for law enforcement officers and firefighters, including… Read More

December 15, 2025

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