Georgia Election Interference Case: Judge Drops Charges Against Trump; Nevada Debates 'No-Tax-On-Tips' Policy

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Key Takeaways

  • Judge dropped three charges against Trump in Georgia election interference case due to jurisdictional concerns.
  • Nevada Republicans and Democrats debate 'no-tax-on-tips' policy ahead of midterms.
  • Sen. Graham to sue DOJ for $500,000 over acquisition of his phone records.
  • Agriculture Secretary Rollins: All SNAP beneficiaries must reapply due to alleged fraud.
  • Trump appointed Paul Ingrassia to GSA as deputy general counsel.

Top Stories

Judge drops charges in Georgia election interference case against Trump.

Judge Scott McAfee dropped three charges in Georgia's election interference case against President Trump and others, due to jurisdictional concerns and Fani Willis's disqualification. Steve Sadow remains confident in the dismissal of the case against Trump.

Nevada: Republicans and Democrats debate 'no-tax-on-tips' policy.

In Nevada, Republicans and Democrats are debating the 'no-tax-on-tips' policy, a key affordability issue ahead of the midterms. Republicans, led by President Trump's initiative, are promoting the tax deduction, while Democrats criticize its temporary nature.

Sen. Graham to sue DOJ over phone records.

Sen. Lindsey Graham announced his intention to sue the Department of Justice (DOJ) for $500,000 over the acquisition of his phone records during the investigation into President Trump's alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election. This action is enabled by a Senate provision.

Agriculture Secretary announces SNAP beneficiaries must reapply.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that all SNAP beneficiaries will be required to reapply for the program due to alleged fraud. Rollins stated that data from 29 red states showed 186,000 deceased individuals were receiving benefits.

Trump appoints Paul Ingrassia to GSA.

President Donald Trump appointed Paul Ingrassia, whose previous nomination to run the Office of Special Counsel fell apart due to controversies, as deputy general counsel of the General Services Administration.

Capitol Hill Buzz

Rep. Cohen suggests tearing down Trump's White House ballroom.

Rep. Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.) suggested the White House ballroom, a $300 million project funded by private donors, should be torn down if Democrats win the presidency in 2028. The project has faced ethical concerns from Democrats, while Trump defends it as a necessary addition.

Epstein survivors speak about Representative Adelita Grijalva.

Epstein survivors Liz Stein and Jess Michaels spoke with NBC News, sharing their reactions to the swearing-in of Representative Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz.) and expressing what her support means to them.

Rep. Green introduces bill to eliminate H-1B visa program.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced a bill in Congress to eliminate the H-1B visa program, claiming it is corrupt and replaces American workers. Donald Trump previously increased the H-1B visa fee to $100,000.

Election Updates

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs tied with Republican rivals.

An Emerson College Polling survey revealed that Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is statistically tied with potential Republican rivals. The poll also indicated Andy Biggs as the early favorite for the GOP nomination, with the economy and immigration as key voter concerns.

Nevada Supreme Court sends 'fake electors' case back to Clark County.

The Nevada Supreme Court sent the 'fake electors' case against six Nevada Republicans back to Clark County, reversing a lower court's ruling on venue. The defendants are accused of submitting a false certificate declaring Donald Trump the winner of Nevada's 2020 electoral votes.

Georgia Ethics Commission investigates Stacey Abrams' 2018 campaign.

The Georgia Ethics Commission confirmed its ongoing investigation into whether Stacey Abrams' 2018 gubernatorial campaign illegally coordinated with the New Georgia Project. The New Georgia Project previously paid a record $300,000 fine for illegal activity related to the 2018 election.

Seattle Mayor concedes mayoral race.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell concedes the mayoral race amid a progressive shift, with Katie Wilson poised to win by prioritizing affordability. This local trend mirrors national elections showing a combative left's rise.

Policy Insights

Florida approves new social studies standards.

Florida education officials approved new social studies teaching standards for public schools that interpret McCarthyism and the Cold War through the rhetoric of that era. These standards, prompted by a 2024 law, have sparked controversy.

Homeland Security announces bonuses for TSA officers.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced $10,000 bonuses for exemplary TSA officers who worked during the 43-day government shutdown. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated these bonuses recognize officers who took extra shifts.

Victor Davis Hanson contrasts immigration policies.

Victor Davis Hanson published commentary contrasting the historical, legal immigration process at Ellis Island with the current U.S. immigration policies under the Biden administration. Hanson criticizes the administration for allegedly destroying federal immigration law.

Political Analysis

Joe Scarborough: Trump's coalition will end with his administration.

Joe Scarborough stated that President Trump's coalition would end with his administration, similar to those of Presidents Reagan and Obama. He cited Republican losses in elections when Trump was not on the ballot and praised Democratic victories in recent elections.

JD Vance dismisses rivalry speculation.

Vice President JD Vance dismissed speculation of a rivalry with Secretary of State Marco Rubio over the 2028 presidential election. Vance emphasized focus on winning midterms and implementing the agenda before discussing succession with President Donald Trump.

Article: Democrats' tactics are a 'long war' against Trump.

An article in RealClearPolitics characterizes the Democrats' recent government shutdown and other political tactics as part of a "long war" against Donald Trump and democratic norms. The piece argues that Democrats employ underhanded strategies and exhibits partisan bias.

Scandals & Allegations

NYT reports high schooler's allegations against powerful men.

The New York Times reported that a 17-year-old high schooler alleges she had sex for money with powerful men, including then-Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-FL).

White House Watch

Trump requests investigation into Epstein's ties to Democrats.

President Donald Trump requested investigations into Jeffrey Epstein's connections with JPMorgan and prominent Democrats, including Bill Clinton, Larry Summers, and Reid Hoffman. Trump framed the issue as a Democratic problem, while excluding himself from the probe, following the release of congressional documents and amid mixed Republican approval.

Trump nominated 388 individuals for key administration roles.

President Donald Trump has nominated 388 individuals for key administration roles, with 264 confirmed by the Senate. The Washington Post and the Partnership for Public Service are tracking the status of these positions, including those within the Department of State.

Mohammed bin Salman has requests for Trump.

Bloomberg reported that Mohammed bin Salman has a list of requests for Donald Trump, with a defense deal to bolster Saudi security as a top priority. This highlights the existing rapport between Trump and Salman.

FBI refutes Tucker Carlson's claim about Trump's attempted assassin.

The FBI refuted Tucker Carlson's claim that the agency had lied about the online footprint of Thomas Crooks, the attempted assassin of Donald Trump. The FBI stated they never claimed Crooks had no online presence.

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