Republican Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu applauded the budget for “investing in our core priorities,” citing the $3.5 billion tax cut, which lowers rates for all taxpayers and reduces the tax brackets from four to three. “This is moving Wisconsin toward a flat tax,” said Devin LeMahieu. Democrats claimed Devin LeMahieu’s Republicans squandered an … Read more
On Wednesday, the Republican Study Committee, Congress’s largest ideological caucus, released its annual budget blueprint, proposing to cut spending by $16.3 trillion over ten years while criticizing Democratic initiatives. The RSC’s Budget Aims To Reduce Government Spending The RSC’s budget includes over 200 conservative priorities aimed at reducing government spending, lowering taxes, funding Republican projects … Read more
Metro Council in Nashville plans to reappoint Democrat Justin Jones to the state House, a move that would challenge Republican leaders who expelled him following a racially charged debate. Reappointment of Justin Jones At least 29 of the 40 council members have said they will reappoint Jones, giving him more than the simple majority he … Read more
Pennsylvania Democratic Senator Bob Casey announced his plans to run for reelection in 2024, providing a glimmer of hope for Democrats in the key swing state. Sen. Bob Casey is Seeking His 4th Term The veteran Senator, who is seeking his fourth term, had previously been non-committal about his plans, but now claims he’s “not … Read more