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Governors may make good presidents − unless they become 'imperial governors' like DeSantis

Many people believe governors make good presidents. In fact, a 2016 Gallup Poll found that almost 74% of people say that governing a state provides excellent or good preparation for someone to be an effective president. As a result, many political commentators have tried to explain why Florida Gov. Ron…

The Conversation · Aug 30, 2023

Trump’s Arrest Photo Captures A Shocking Chapter In American History

Trump's mug shot was commercialized, appearing in almost every aspect of the internet, whether worn with mockery or proudly.

Zenger · Aug 30, 2023

Trump co-defendant finally posts bond after almost a week in notorious Georgia jail

Harrison Floyd was the sole Trump defendant to spend time behind bars following his arrest in the Trump election subversion case

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023

These young Republicans want the GOP to do more to recruit young voters

Younger voters favor Democrats by a wide margin, but the Republican Party is trying to change that with the RNC's new youth advisory council and other efforts to reach young voters where they are.

WEKU · Aug 30, 2023

Trump improves lead over Republican primary rivals after mugshot release

Former president has also seen polling and fundraising boosts with each indictment this year

The Guardian - US · Aug 30, 2023

As Trump and Republicans target Georgia's Fani Willis for retribution, the state's governor opts out

Republicans in Washington and Georgia are looking for ways to punish Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis for indicting Donald Trump

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023

Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio to be sentenced for seditious conspiracy in Jan. 6 attack

Former Proud Boys national leader Enrique Tarrio is scheduled to be sentenced on Wednesday for orchestrating the far-right extremist group’s attack on the U.S. Capitol

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023

Who is Enrique Tarrio? Ex-Proud Boys leader faces longest prison sentence yet for January 6

The former leader of the neo-fascist gang could face decades in prison

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023

Election legislation roundup: New York State Assembly

As of Aug. 27, Ballotpedia has tracked 189 election-related bills in the New York State Assembly since the beginning of the year. Of the 189, Ballotpedia tracked five from Aug. 21-27.

Ballotpedia · Aug 30, 2023

Right wing social media accounts ignore Biden plans to mark 9/11 and spin into outrage over supposed snub

President will travel to India for G20 summit

The Independent UK · Aug 29, 2023