Missouri Gov Parson signs border strike force plan amid GOP allies
A memorandum by 26 Republican governors including Missouri's Mike Parson creates a Border Strike Force to curb smuggling from Mexico. Critics say it is political theater, aimed at anti immigration activists, while noting fentanyl and meth seizures and urging broader solutions like drug counseling and public health investment rather than more arrests.
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Biden plan would hurt charter schools in politics clash
Washington Post columnist argues the Biden administration favors a major donor over minority students as the Education Department enacts rules to impede charter schools. The piece cites 97.9 percent AFT contributions to Democrats since 1990 and details new requirements for charter diversity, community impact analyses, and staffing diversity while noting charter growth to over 3 million students across 7,000 schools.
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Abbott and DeSantis push agendas urged by bases
Abbott and DeSantis pursue bold policies to please GOP bases with stricter abortion limits voting law changes and anti mask measures while courting 2024 presidential leverage. Abbott's border moves drew criticism from rivals and led to a partial retreat. DeSantis pushed redistricting plans possibly violating the Voting Rights Act, expanding minority gains elsewhere. Critics warn of legal challenges and harm to residents.
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