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
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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
Wyoming Business Council Launches Job Board
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is proud to announce the launch of a new Job Board through Wyoming Venture Capital (WYVC), aimed at enhancing support for its portfolio companies and… Read More
Gianforte Files Amicus Brief with U.S. Supreme Court Supporting Tennessee Law on Children’s Medical Protections
Governor Greg Gianforte has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of Tennessee’s laws aimed at protecting children from permanent and experimental medical and surgical procedures…. Read More
Colleges forfeit volleyball games against team with trans player
(The Center Square) – The University of Wyoming, Southern Utah University, Boise State University, and Utah State University have all forfeited their women’s volleyball games against San José State University,… Read More
Database: More than 13,000 gender reassignment procedures on minors between 2019-23
40% were performed in just four states: California, New York, Washington and Ohio (The Center Square) – Sex reassignment procedures and surgeries on children have gained national prominence in… Read More
Afghan released into US by Biden administration arrested for plotting terror attack
(The Center Square) – An Afghan citizen released into the U.S. less than 10 days after the Biden-Harris deadly withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan was arrested for plotting an… Read More
Poll: Voters divided on Biden admin’s Title IX changes ahead of election
(The Center Square) – In a new national poll released this week, voters signaled they are divided over the Biden administration’s Title IX changes to expand gender identity protections ahead… Read More
Riley Gaines Advocates for Women’s Sports at Billings event
All-American swimmer Riley Gaines addressed the importance of preserving women’s sports during the Montana Family Foundation Banquet held at the Northern Hotel on Friday. Her remarks came in light of… Read More
Governor Greg Gianforte Maintains Strong Lead in Poll Ahead of Election
A new poll shows Governor Greg Gianforte solidifying his position in the race for reelection, leading Democratic challenger Ryan Busse by a significant margin of 55% to 36%. This latest… Read More
Attorney General Austin Knudsen Defends Actions Amid Professional Conduct Hearing
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen stood firm in his defense during a formal hearing Wednesday and Thursday regarding a professional conduct complaint against him by a California lawyer, which arises… Read More
Trump blasts Harris for FEMA help to migrants as hurricane budget runs low
(The Center Square) – The Biden-Harris administration took a tidal wave of criticism this week after U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told reporters that the Federal Emergency… Read More
Lack of EV chargers dogging Washington agency’s electrification efforts
(The Center Square) – If you’re a Washington resident reluctant to buy or drive an electric vehicle due to the lack of charging infrastructure around the state or in cold weather… Read More
Longshoremen end port strike after reaching potential deal
(The Center Square) – Nearly 50,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association will return to work after the port workers’ union reached a tentative contract agreement with the United States Maritime… Read More
Governor Highlights HER Campaign’s Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking in Montana
Governor Greg Gianforte visited the HER Campaign last week to showcase the organization’s vital work supporting survivors of human trafficking through their residential programs. “Human trafficking is a despicable, heartbreaking… Read More
South Dakota Attorney General Joins Call for AM Radio Preservation in Vehicles
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has teamed up with 11 other state Attorneys General to urge Congress to pass the AM Radio For Every Vehicle Act of 2024, emphasizing… Read More
Gov. Doug Burgum Declares Statewide Fire Emergency in North Dakota
In response to escalating wildfire risks, Governor Doug Burgum has signed an executive order declaring a statewide fire emergency. This action activates the State Emergency Operations Plan to strategically position… Read More
Montana Attorney General Announces $3.5 Million Funding Boost for Children’s Advocacy Centers
* Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today that the Montana Department of Justice will provide an additional $3.5 million to enhance the state’s Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). This funding aims… Read More
Twenty state AGs challenge gender dysphoria guidance and methodology
(The Center Square) — Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill joined a 20-state coalition to question the American Academy of Pediatrics practices with child gender dysphoria. In a letter, originally written… Read More
Poll: Nevada a virtual tossup in presidential race
(The Center Square) – Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are virtually tied in Nevada, according to a new poll. According to the American Greatness/TIPP poll of… Read More
Small businesses tell Congress to stop tax hike
(The Center Square) – A coalition of small businesses are calling on Congress to make the 20% small business tax deduction permanent. Small business leaders visited Washington, D.C. this week… Read More
First Lady Gianforte Secures Partnership for Imagination Library with United Way
In a significant boost for early childhood literacy, First Lady Susan Gianforte announced today that the United Way of Yellowstone County will serve as the local program partner for Dolly… Read More
San Francisco man with $2.4 million house got subsidized rent
(The Center Square) – Gregory Finkelson received a one-year prison sentence for theft of government property because of his fraudulent receipt of hundreds of thousands of dollars in low-income housing… Read More
Trump vows to save flavored vapes if elected
(The Center Square) – Former President Donald Trump has made a long list of election promises so far, but on Friday, he said he’d also save flavored vaping options for… Read More
U.S. Secret Service report finds multiple failures before Trump assassination attempt
(The Center Square) – A report from the U.S. Secret Service said multiple communication and operational failures happened on the day a lone gunman shot at former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania… Read More
ICE Arrests Salvadoran illegal charged with Child Sex Crimes
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston arrested an “unlawfully present” Salvadoran national charged with 11 counts of sex crimes against a child in Nantucket…. Read More
Daines Calls for Major Reforms to Budget Process
Montana’s U.S. Senator Steve Daines took to the Senate floor to urge significant reforms to Congress’ budget process, criticizing the body for its consistent failure to adhere to established budget… Read More