After the two weeks of racially-charged protests, Missouri’s governor has finally ordered that the National Guard troops retire from the town of Ferguson. Tensions have eased at the end of the two weeks during which residents had taken part in violent protests after the fatal shooting of Michael Brown, the unarmed black teenager killed by a police officer. Thursday marked the second day of … [Read more...]
Border Crisis Bill Harshly Criticized by President Obama
On Friday, President Obama discussed the bill that Republicans have been planning to pass and described it as an unworkable and extreme piece of legislature. He also added that the bill is clearly going nowhere and that Republicans aren’t trying to solve the problem. Obama’s statement during a press conference at the White House was actually much harsher. The bill is, according to President … [Read more...]
National Guard in Texas Activated
Gov. Rick Perry has given the order that 1,000 National Guard troops be moved to the Mexican border in his attempt of sending out a get-tough immigration message. His gesture could better position him in the running for the Republican presidential nomination. The announcement was made at the Texas Capitol. However, many of those who should have heard the announcement were way, including members … [Read more...]
