Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene voted for the “One Big Beautiful Bill” without reading a provision that would prevent states from regulating AI for a decade. Upon discovering this, she publicly reversed her stance, citing opposition to the provision as a violation of state rights. This admission drew sharp criticism from other representatives, highlighting the importance of thoroughly reviewing legislation before voting. The bill, which also faced criticism from Elon Musk, has passed the House and is currently in the Senate.
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Democratic governors in blue states are actively preparing to shield their states and residents from federal actions under the new Trump administration. They are enacting a variety of legal and political moves, including convening special legislative sessions, bolstering legal resources, and codifying state laws to protect rights related to reproductive healthcare, climate action, and immigrant families. These efforts reflect a continuation of the resistance to Trump from liberal states during his first term and foreshadow a similar pattern of confrontation this time around. Governors like Newsom, Pritzker, and Hochul have already outlined their strategies, emphasizing their commitment to safeguarding the rights and values of their constituents.
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John Q. Hosedrinker