📰 GOP congressman vows ‘all options are on the table’ to stop US-wide redistricting war
Rep. Kevin Kiley, a California Republican, is concerned about the instability caused by frequent redistricting of congressional maps, leading to representatives losing and gaining constituents. He introduced a bill to block states from changing district boundaries before the 2030 census. The redistricting issue has sparked a battle between Texas Republicans and California Democrats, with both sides trying to gain an advantage in the House of Representatives. Kiley criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom’s attempt to override the state’s independent redistricting commission. He is determined to pass his bill to prevent chaotic redistricting efforts nationwide, even considering using legislative tools to push it through. Kiley believes that both Republican and Democratic lawmakers disapprove of sudden mid-decade redistricting, emphasizing the importance of maintaining stable district lines for constituents.
📰 Detroit mayoral race is set: councilmember vs. pastor
In the recent Detroit mayoral primary, City Council President Mary Sheffield received over 50% of the vote, while Pastor Solomon Kinloch came in second with over 17%. They will compete in the November general election to succeed Mayor Mike Duggan. Sheffield, if elected, would be the first woman to hold the role of Detroit mayor, while Kinloch has been a pastor at Triumph Church for nearly 27 years. Both candidates emphasized the need to address issues like poverty, crime, and the equitable distribution of prosperity in Detroit. The next mayor will inherit a city that has made significant progress in areas like financial stability, population growth, and urban development, with ongoing efforts to maintain and build upon these achievements.
📰 Tennessee Sen. Marsha Blackburn launches campaign for governor
Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee has announced her candidacy for governor after serving over six years in the Senate. She aims to continue the conservative agenda of President Trump by bringing power back to the states. The Republican primary in Tennessee is scheduled for August 6, 2026, as mentioned in Blackburn’s campaign press release. The current Governor, Bill Lee, is unable to seek re-election due to term limits. This news is developing, so stay tuned for further updates.
📰 George Soros, Beto O’Rourke behind funding for Dems fleeing Texas over GOP congressional map
Infamous Democratic donor George Soros and former Texas Rep. Beto O’Rourke are major funders behind the Texas Democrats who fled the state to prevent the GOP from voting on a new congressional map. Powered by People (PBP), founded by O’Rourke, has supported the Democrats by covering expenses like airfare and lodging, as well as helping with the $500-per-day fines they face for skipping legislative sessions. The Soros-backed Texas Majority PAC has also been working with national fundraising groups to secure additional funds for the delaying tactic. Both PBP and Texas Majority PAC are actively seeking donations to support the Democratic effort against Trump’s power grab. Texas Republicans have raised concerns that Democrats may be breaking the law by using political funds to pay fines, but Democrats claim they are following the law and distributing fundraising expenses legally. Gov. Greg Abbott has initiated legal action to remove State Rep. Gene Wu, the “ringleader” of the absent Democrats, from office, accusing him of violating the state’s constitution. The Texas Supreme Court has ordered Wu to respond to the lawsuit, but he has not yet filed a response. President Trump has suggested involving federal law enforcement to compel the return of the lawmakers, emphasizing the importance of participating in the democratic process.
📰 Space-based missile-killing Golden Dome tech aims for crucial test before Trump leaves office: Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is developing a space-based missile interceptor to be tested for potential integration into President Trump’s “Golden Dome” defense shield within the next three years. The company aims to test a satellite interceptor capable of destroying hypersonic missiles by 2028, marking the first deployment of interceptors in space by the United States. Lockheed is considering various technologies, including lasers and kinetic satellites, to target high-speed threats. The project aligns with Trump’s initiative for a global satellite constellation armed with sensors and interceptors to detect and eliminate advanced missile threats before they reach the U.S. The Golden Dome program faces challenges such as cost estimates ranging from $161 billion to over $830 billion and potential delays due to supply chain limitations and slow procurement processes.
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