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Initial Review: Robin Vos Recall Petition Lacks Necessary Signatures

TL/DR - A recall attempt against Wisconsin's longest-serving Assembly Speaker, Robin Vos, failed due to insufficient signatures gathered from residents in the district Vos was elected in, according to the state elections commission. The attempt was led by supporters of former President Donald Trump, who were unhappy with Vos's criticism of Trump…

Trump Open to Medicare and Social Security Cuts After Rival Critique

TL/DR - Former President Donald Trump suggested in a recent interview that he was open to making cuts to Social Security and Medicare, despite having previously opposed such action. Trump's campaign spokesperson later clarified he was referring to cutting waste, not entitlements. The topic is a contentious one as Social Security's combined trust…

North Star-Ashville School Merger Approved: A New Consolidation Era

TL/DR - The Asheville City Schools Board of Education has decided to merge Montford North Star Academy into Asheville Middle School. The decision was made with a 5-2 vote on Monday night. The consolidation will take effect at the commencement of the 2024-25 school year. Asheville City Schools Board Votes to Merge Montford North Star Academy…

Trump Suggests Slashing Retirement Funds, Biden Immediately Objects

TL/DR - Donald Trump has said there is potential for cost-cutting in Social Security and Medicare, a statement which has been criticised by President Joe Biden. Trump did not provide specifics on how he would implement these cuts, and while a spokesman said he was referring to cutting waste and fraud, did not provide details on how this would be…