Recent Elections & Politics Posts
Elon Musk’s Government Influence and Political Dynamics
This is the second of two briefs examining Elon Musk’s extensive role in government and politics, including his actions under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and his close ties to the Trump administration. Recent reports indicate that Musk had used his personal wealth to finance President Donald Trump’s campaigns while also threatening to fund challengers against those who fail to support Trump’s platform. Critics question whether this practice makes politicians indebted to Musk, an arrangement some regard as an extreme extension of the Citizens United ruling on campaign contributions.
Elon Musk: Innovation, Influence, and Ideological Evolution
Elon Musk, born on June 28, 1971, in Pretoria, South Africa, has become a central figure in technology, business, and politics. As the founder and CEO of companies such as Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI, Musk has significantly influenced sectors ranging from electric vehicles to space exploration and artificial intelligence.
Civil Rights; Will The Supreme Court Have The Last Word On Trump Executive Orders and Policies?
40% of the U.S. population line our coasts. That equates to approximately 130 million people residing in coastal counties. In addition to those who retire seaside, entire economies are integrated into the coastal industries of fishing, tourism, energy, shipbuilding, and recreation. Even a cursory glance using google maps shows how tightly clustered the built space is, all on only 10% of the total U.S. land mass. Shoreline communities have five times the population density as compared to the U.S. average.
The End of DEI in the Federal Government: Who’s Really Affected?
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies in the United States trace their roots back to the civil rights movements of the 1960s, particularly through the enactment of Affirmative Action programs.
No shortage of Canaries in our Coastlines Signaling Catastrophe
40% of the U.S. population line our coasts. That equates to approximately 130 million people residing in coastal counties. In addition to those who retire seaside, entire economies are integrated into the coastal industries of fishing, tourism, energy, shipbuilding, and recreation. Even a cursory glance using google maps shows how tightly clustered the built space is, all on only 10% of the total U.S. land mass. Shoreline communities have five times the population density as compared to the U.S. average.
Elon Musk, Destroyer of U.S. Government Agencies and Bureaucratic Careers, Has Serious Unchecked Conflicts of Interest
Unelected tech multibillionaire Elon Musk is heavily involved in government actions that impact his personal finances. As head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Musk has been dismantling U.S. government institutions and slashing staff at nearly a dozen federal agencies that have more than 30 ongoing investigations into Musk’s six companies.
Federal judiciary changes over the past 8 years
Over the past 8 years, the federal judiciary system has changed drastically. Landmark rulings, overturning past precedents, and a dramatic shift in the makeup of justices in the Supreme Court have significantly changed the judiciary system as a whole. This Brief explores how this change in composition has affected the judiciary system and policy action and will for years to come.
The Con Man’s Coffers: Trump’s Unfettered Leveraging of Government Power to Reap Personal Profits Soars Yet Again
Inked deals for new Trump-branded properties overseas, increased stock sales to foreign investors in the Trump Organization’s media and cryptocurrency sectors, business partnerships with companies funded by foreign governments – all of these actions by a sitting U.S. president signify an unprecedented leveraging of presidential power for personal profit, and they’re all in a day’s work for President Donald Trump.
Who’s On Trump’s Cabinet- Part 3: Health and Education
Who’s On Trump’s Cabinet- Part 3: Health and Education Elections & Politics #138 | By: Arvind Salem | Submitted December 25, 2024 __________________________________ Policy Summary: Health and Education were not what swung this election, but issues of education and...