U.S. consumers pay the highest Credit Card Swipe Fees in the industrialized world. And as Americans face rampant inflation and higher costs for everyday goods & services, the last thing consumers need is higher credit card fees. But new legislation that could be voted on by the U.S. Senate this week aims to significantly reduce the skyrocketing fees.
"I spoke with Rep. Tony Gonzales — he confirmed it's a serious issue. They are being overwhelmed by unprecedented numbers — just hit an all-time high and still growing!" wrote Musk on his social media platform X, formerly Twitter. As Customs & Border Protection reported the highest monthly number in history, 304,162, "Am going to visit Eagle Pass (Texas) later this week to see what's going on for myself," said Musk.
"While he’s in Arizona, I’m calling on him to visit the border to actually understand how our communities shoulder the burden of his failure to address this crisis," said Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, adding, "It’s well past time for President Biden to see the border crisis firsthand, and for the Administration to do its job – secure the border and keep Arizona safe.”
“This should not be a partisan issue. My message is clear – end Catch & Release, stop using asylum as a hall pass, and put our Border Patrol Agents back on the frontlines,” said Cong. Tony Gonzales as he led a Congressional Delegation on a tour of the border destruction surrounding the south Texas city of Eagle Pass, population 29,000, earlier today.
Sen. Ted Cruz today welcomed Intuit’s decision to no longer forbid lawful gun sellers and manufacturers from using certain QuickBooks services. Intuit’s recent policy reversal came after Cruz’s Committee Staff spent months probing how the financial services provider, along with JP Morgan and Bank of America, had restricted gun sellers & manufacturers from using Intuit’s payment and payroll processing services.
"One of the freedoms we believe in, is the freedom of parents to choose what is right for their child – we want to make sure every parent in Texas has the power to choose the education that's best for their child," said Gov. Greg Abbott, championing education freedom for all Texas students while also performing the pre-game coin toss.
Established in 1994, the Heroes for Children Award celebrates citizens who go above and beyond to positively impact Texas public school students' lives through volunteer service. Each year, the 15-member Board recognizes one Hero from each district for their outstanding dedication and service to Texas public schools and communities.
It may be coincidental, or not, that the announcement of Robert Murdoch's stepping down as Fox News Corp's chairman coincides with the release this week of the book "The Fall: The End of the Murdoch Empire," which predicts the end of the network. Fox's critics may wish so, but I'm doubtful. They've been predicting and hoping for Fox's demise since it was launched in 1996.
As the Border Crisis worsens in Texas – and its deadly effects spread across our nation – Joe Biden posed for photos at the White House. In the midst of a historic border crisis and a looming government shutdown, Biden & Congressional Democrats are adamant about sending billions to Ukraine. It's past time to rein in spending and tell Americans where their money is going.
"Texas continues to ensure that Texans in all corners of our state have greater access to quality healthcare services, and the Rural Hospital Emergency Stabilization Grants will provide qualifying hospitals up to $1.1 million each to improve healthcare access in rural communities," said Gov. Greg Abbott earlier today. Hospitals have until Friday, October 13th, 2023 to apply.
"Enough is enough. High-speed pursuits have become a weekly, if not daily occurrence in our Border Communities. Schools have continuously locked down, people have died," said South Texas Border Cong. Tony Gonzales, who was joined by Arizona Cong. Juan Ciscomani and others to introduce a bill criminalizing high-speed chases with Border Patrol or Law Enforcement.
"Traffickers are loading up cars or trucks stacked with illegal immigrants, and engaging in high-speed chases with Border Patrol or Local Police. These often end in tragedy, with people killed after the traffickers crash and passengers are thrown across the highway," said Sen. Ted Cruz. "This bill protects our brave men & women of Law Enforcement by criminalizing a high-speed chase."
President Joe Biden – you have to wonder if he does or says something because he’s a liar, or because he’s genuinely stupid. “Bidenomics” isn’t designed to make your life better – it makes you suffer, dependent, and look to the government for help. Now we have to add a 3rd option: Senile. Let's look at the safest bet here... it’s a combination of all three.
"The number of Republican Mayors leading the Nation’s 10 Largest Cities has increased from zero, to one. But it's clear the nation & its cities have reached a time for choosing," said Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson, announcing his decision. "My very good friend, Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson announced he's switching to the Republican Party. He's a good man – Welcome to our party," said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
"We are living through a significant moment in our nation's history. People across Texas are increasingly concerned about the direction of our government – and the nation. This impeachment inquiry is only part of a broader effort to uphold our Commitment to America, and to restore Americans' confidence in our federal government," said Cong. Pete Sessions of the official inquiry into President Biden.
Any suggestion that the Biden corruption scandal evidence gathered by the U.S. House of Representatives so far doesn't meet the standard for an inquiry into impeachable offenses is nothing more than willful blindness. From dozens of shell companies & accounts transferring millions to Biden family members, to undeniable evidence showing influence-peddling of "the brand," consider just 5 established facts.
In 2023, it's estimated that 19,710 women will be diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer – and of those diagnosed, 13,270 women will die. Due to the mortality rate, it is important to know about ovarian cancer so people can be educated about the risk factors, along with the signs. It is the number one cause of cancer-related death among women.
Our nation is faced with the most consequential decisions since the 1860's when President Abraham Lincoln and Congress worked together to save the Union – and government of the people, by the people, and for the people. As an historian, political leader, former Speaker of the U.S. House and a citizen, I want to share with you where I think we are as of September 2023.
