Author: Jillian Weidner

New York lieutenant governor resigns after bribery indictment, Hochul promises ‘better vetting’

New York state Governor Kathy Hochul said on Tuesday she had accepted Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin’s resignation, hours after Benjamin was arrested on federal bribery charges. Benjamin surrendered to federal authorities after being faced with bribery conspiracy charges tied to an alleged campaign finance scheme from his prior senate campaign.[Read More…]

Gov. DeSantis says there will be a ‘cold war’ coming between Florida, Georgia if Stacey Abrams is elected

Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) warned of a potential “Cold War” between Florida and Georgia if Democratic candidate Stacey Abrams is elected governor of Georgia. DeSantis made these remarks on Friday during a press conference in Gulf County, Florida. According to the Hill, DeSantis urged voters to prevent Abrams from winning.[Read More…]