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Beto O’Rourke: “We don’t see CRT being taught in [Texas] schools right now”

The Democratic nominee for governor in Texas Beto O’Rourke came out against the teaching of Critical Race Theory (CRT) in Texas in a speech over the weekend. His statements mark a transition away from the progressive policies he ran on in 2020 in his failed bid for the democratic nomination for president.… Continue Reading

Two dead, six hospitalized after car crashes into outdoor dining area

Heather Curtis WMAL.com UPDATE 3/12/22 – The two women who were killed Friday were 73-yer-old Terese Taffer and 76-year-old Jane Bloom, both of NW D.C. WASHINGTON 3/11/22 – Two women are dead and six other people are in local hospitals after an elderly man lost control of his car, slamming into the outdoor seating area…… Continue Reading

O’Connor & Company 03.11.22: Lt. Gen. Tom Spoehr, MD Comptroller Peter Franchot, DC Union’s Gregg Pemberton, Smithsonian’s Beth Crownover, Bret Baier

DC Police Union Head Voices Frustration with Mayor Bowser

Thursday, Mayor Bowser said the carjacker who murdered the doctor earlier this week “probably didn’t intend to kill anybody.” The mayor was referencing the murder of Rakesh Patel, a 33-year-old intensive care doctor at D.C. hospital. Patel was killed Tuesday night after a carjacker struck him with his own vehicle.… Continue Reading

Governor DeSantis set to Sign Bill Banning Critical Race Theory

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis scored another victory in his efforts to root out divisive teachings in Florida’s public school system Thursday, as the state legislature passed a bill limiting teachers and businesses from discussing race.… Continue Reading

Democrats Vote to Block Youngkin Parole Board Appointees

Thursday, Democrats in the Virginia State Senate voted in favor of blocking Governor Glenn Youngkin’s appointees to the state parole board. The move showcases the escalating tensions between Democrats in Richmond and the Youngkin Administration.… Continue Reading