Protesters across the United States are set to take part in the 50501 demonstrations this Saturday, with Tampa Bay joining the nationwide wave of action against the Trump administration. Why it matters: The 50501 Movement, named after the idea of 50 protests in 50 states, aims to encourage Americans to come together and support each other, especially as policies from the Trump administration continue to target vulnerable and marginalized communities. The movement was born out of frustration with what its supporters view as overreach by the Trump administration. It quickly gained traction on Reddit, where the call for action spread rapidly. The movement's message is clear: the American working class will not passively watch as their rights and liberties are stripped away, and as the c...

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has raised concerns about the health claims made by Kellogg's, a company that produces some of the most popular breakfast cereals in the country. Paxton’s office is investigating the company after accusations that its cereals are being marketed as “healthy,” despite containing artificial food colorings. These colorings, Paxton argues, have been linked to a variety of health issues, including hyperactivity, obesity, and even cancer. Why is the Attorney General of Texas investigating Kellogg's? In early April 2025, Paxton made public a statement addressing the issue. He pointed specifically to well-known Kellogg’s cereals such as Froot Loops, Apple Jacks, Frosted Flakes, and Rice Krispies, which are often marketed as "healthy" choices for families....

President Donald Trump made headlines early in his administration by declaring a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border, granting him the authority to spend billions on border enforcement and wall construction. Since then, his administration has pushed for even more funding, seeking approval for an additional $175 billion for border security, which greatly surpasses the amount spent during his first term in office. In the coming months, border towns in Arizona and Texas are expected to see more government grants to fund police patrols, alongside ongoing construction projects for the border wall. These initiatives are expected to inject money into local economies, as workers flood into these areas, spending money at local businesses, renting spaces in RV parks, and eating o...

Randy Evans, executive director of the Iowa Freedom of Information Council, has long advocated for openness and transparency within Iowa’s state and local governments. A recent case in Decatur County, southern Iowa, is highlighting the need to protect citizens' First Amendment rights to criticize their government without fear of retaliation or legal action. A constitutional issue is brewing in Decatur County, where taxpayer dollars might be used to defend the county’s attempt to silence a local critic, Rita Audlehelm. Audlehelm, who regularly attends Board of Supervisors meetings in Leon, sent a letter to the editor of the Leon Journal-Reporter criticizing Supervisor Steve Fulkerson for his frequent absences from meetings. In response, Decatur County Attorney Alan Wilson threate...

The Pentagon has seen significant shake-ups this week, as several high-ranking officials have either resigned or been placed on leave amid ongoing leak investigations and a broader power struggle within the department. The developments have raised questions about the stability and efficiency of one of the most critical institutions in the U.S. government, as personnel changes continue to unfold. Three Pentagon officials, including Colin Carroll, the chief of staff to Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg, Dan Caldwell, a senior adviser to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Darin Selnick, the Defense Department's deputy chief of staff, were all placed on administrative leave. The move comes amid a wide-ranging investigation into a series of leaks of classified information th...