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States pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas at the border so far this year
More than a dozen Republican governors gathered in Eagle Pass in February, heeding a call from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to confront what he labeled “President Joe Biden’s border crisis.” The governors, along with other GOP state leaders, vowed to send another round of National Guard troops from their states to the Texas-Mexico border. With […] The post States pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas at the border so far this year appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Victims and shooter identified in assassination attempt on Trump at Butler rally
The FBI said early Sunday it had identified the man who shot former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler on Saturday as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park. Crooks was killed at the scene. Trump was pronounced safe shortly after the incident. Corey Comperatore, 50, of Sarver, who was at the […] The post Victims and shooter identified in assassination attempt on Trump at Butler rally appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Trump ‘safe’ after shooting at campaign rally in Butler; one spectator and suspected gunman killed
BUTLER — Former President Donald Trump is recovering Saturday after a shooting at a campaign rally in Butler that left a rally-goer and the gunman dead, authorities said. Two people were critically injured in the incident, according to the U.S. Secret Service. Shortly after Trump took the stage at about 6 p.m., several loud pops […] The post Trump ‘safe’ after shooting at campaign rally in Butler; one spectator and suspected gunman killed appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Trump taken off stage at Butler rally after possible gunshots heard
BUTLER — Shortly after former President Donald Trump took the stage at a rally in Butler at 6 p.m., several loud pops could be heard, and Trump was whisked off the stage. Multiple reports suggested the noises were gunshots, and video from the incident appeared to show Trump reacting to something hitting his ear. The event […] The post Trump taken off stage at Butler rally after possible gunshots heard appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
After 235 years, America still isn’t ready for President Kamala Harris
The question burning at the center of American public opinion since the first presidential debate: If President Joe Biden steps down, who will replace him as the Democratic nominee for president of the United States? The most obvious answer appears to be the nation’s second-in-command, Vice President Kamala Harris. But her candidacy would face nearly […] The post After 235 years, America still isn’t ready for President Kamala Harris appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Abortion amendment continues ballot push, two other measures shift focus to 2026
It’s been a busy week for direct democracy in Arkansas since the period for submitting signatures for proposed ballot initiatives ended last Friday. The biggest news came Wednesday when Secretary of State John Thurston rejected a proposed constitutional amendment to expand abortion access in the state because of missing paperwork. Arkansans for Limited Government, which […] The post Abortion amendment continues ballot push, two other measures shift focus to 2026 appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Project 2025 to rural America: Let them eat cake (without a nutrition label)
Project 2025 has been so much in the news lately that former President Donald Trump had to respond to the right-wing policy proposals, which the Heritage Foundation put together in hopes of implementation under another Trump presidency. “I know nothing about Project 2025. I have no idea who is behind it,” Trump said. “I disagree […] The post Project 2025 to rural America: Let them eat cake (without a nutrition label) appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
As public health becomes political, state surgeons general play delicate role
When Louisiana Republican state Rep. Brach Myers stood on the House floor this past April to advocate for his bill to create a state surgeon general position, the questions were sparse, and the debate lasted only a few minutes. Democratic Rep. Matthew Willard asked whether the new role “could create chaos or maybe even division” […] The post As public health becomes political, state surgeons general play delicate role appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Arkansas abortion amendment supporters challenge Secretary of State’s rejection
Supporters of a proposed Arkansas amendment to create a limited right to abortion sent a letter to Secretary of State John Thurston on Thursday, claiming he unlawfully rejected the signatures to put the measure on the November ballot on Wednesday. Arkansans for Limited Government submitted 101,525 signatures from registered voters Friday in support of the […] The post Arkansas abortion amendment supporters challenge Secretary of State’s rejection appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Proposed Arkansas voter registration rule blocks access, opponents say
Opponents to a rule requiring “wet signatures” on Arkansas voter registration forms crowded into a public hearing room Thursday to voice concerns about barriers to voting they say would result from the rule’s adoption. “Make no mistake about it, this rule makes it harder for Arkansans to vote,” said Toney Orr, chairman of the board […] The post Proposed Arkansas voter registration rule blocks access, opponents say appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
The GOP wants to kill the U.S. Dept. of Ed. and privatize education
Originally published by The 19th In the fall, the U.S. Department of Education will mark 45 years since its inception, but that anniversary could be its last if Donald Trump gets his way. The federal agency is one of several he’s vowed to slash if reelected president. “We’re going to end education coming out […] The post The GOP wants to kill the U.S. Dept. of Ed. and privatize education appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Missouri leads seven states challenging health care protections for transgender Americans
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey is leading a coalition of seven states challenging a rule by the Biden administration that would preempt state restrictions on gender-affirming care. Filed in United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri on Wednesday, the states are seeking to block the regulation and prevent the federal government from […] The post Missouri leads seven states challenging health care protections for transgender Americans appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Arkansas medical college receives $31 million grant to continue health research
A $31.7 million grant will allow clinical trials to develop treatments for diseases like Parkinson’s and Huntington’s and a program to address health disparities among rural and minority communities to continue at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. UAMS Chancellor Cam Patterson announced the funding from the National Institutes of Health in a hospital […] The post Arkansas medical college receives $31 million grant to continue health research appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
UPDATED: Arkansas Secretary of State rejects proposed abortion amendment
This story was updated July 10, 2024, at 6:15 p.m. with details about past rejected ballot measures and comments from anti-abortion groups. This story was updated again July 10, 2024, at 9:03 p.m. with comments from Arkansans for Limited Government. Supporters of a proposed Arkansas ballot measure to create a limited right to abortion said […] The post UPDATED: Arkansas Secretary of State rejects proposed abortion amendment appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Pulaski County officials reject resolution to support ceasefire in the Middle East
The Pulaski County Quorum Court in Central Arkansas on Tuesday rejected a resolution to “support permanent ceasefire and prevent further loss of human life in the Middle East.” The Justices of the Peace also voted to table the matter indefinitely upon a motion from Justice Phil Stowers. The resolution stated a desire to save lives […] The post Pulaski County officials reject resolution to support ceasefire in the Middle East appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Proposed Garland County ballot measure would nix property tax that funds local library
Garland County residents are circulating a petition for a countywide ballot measure that would eliminate the property tax funding the local library. If successful, it would be Arkansas’ second county in two years to reduce its library system’s tax revenue with a public vote. The 1.6-mill tax has been in place since county voters approved […] The post Proposed Garland County ballot measure would nix property tax that funds local library appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Biden commends NATO strength, pledges more aid for Ukraine against Russia
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said NATO “is more powerful than ever” in remarks Tuesday to honor the 75th anniversary of the alliance and reaffirm allied support for Ukraine one day after Russian missile strikes on a children’s hospital killed dozens in Kyiv. Biden spoke at the annual North American Treaty Organization’s summit happening this […] The post Biden commends NATO strength, pledges more aid for Ukraine against Russia appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
United by their objections to Trump, congressional Dems largely close ranks behind Biden
WASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats appeared to quell some inner tumult over supporting President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign, after highly anticipated internal meetings Tuesday showed the president retained considerable support from the Congressional Black Caucus and other lawmakers in public statements. Speaking to reporters on Capitol Hill, Democrats from both chambers largely declined to detail their […] The post United by their objections to Trump, congressional Dems largely close ranks behind Biden appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
‘Compounded’ weight-loss drugs are a growing problem for state regulators
Anna Wysock’s “aha” moment arrived in an Ohio amusement park, as she got ready to ride a roller coaster with her 7-year-old son: The safety bar across her lap would only click into place once. The attendant told her it had to click twice, or she couldn’t ride. She was mortified. “I had to do […] The post ‘Compounded’ weight-loss drugs are a growing problem for state regulators appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Congressional Dems urge a more robust Biden on the campaign trail, but few openly revolt
WASHINGTON — Democrats in Congress called on President Joe Biden to prove to voters that he is up for another four years in the Oval Office, though many in interviews pledged to stick with him as the presumptive nominee as they returned to the Capitol on Monday following the Fourth of July recess. Questions over […] The post Congressional Dems urge a more robust Biden on the campaign trail, but few openly revolt appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
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