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Hageman Endorsed By Texas Senator Ted Cruz
Wyoming congressional candidate received an endorsement from Texas U.S. Senator Ted Cruz on Tuesday. Cruz said Hageman is a "rock-ribbed conservative."
Leo WolfsonJuly 26, 2022
Barrasso, Lummis Try To Pro-Actively Block Biden Executive Order Forgiving Student Loans
With reports of President Biden getting ready to issue an executive order forgiving all student debt, U.S. Sens. Barrasso and Lummis are trying to pro-actively block it with "The Debt Cancellation Accountability Act."
Leo WolfsonJuly 26, 2022
Opponents Continue Attacks On Hageman’s Water Pipeline Deal
Harriet Hagemans opponents in Wyomings U.S. House race continue to focus criticism on Hagemans involvement in a Flaming Gorge water pipeline project initiated more than a decade ago.
Leo WolfsonJuly 26, 2022
Court Finds Northern Arapaho Tribe’s Former Lawyers Didn’t Steal Tribal Funds
A jury on Friday ruled that the Northern Arapaho Tribes former lawyers didnt steal tribal funds through improper billing.
Clair McFarlandJuly 25, 2022
King Of The Governors! National Poll Shows Gordon Tied For Most Popular Governor In Nation
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon is popular among Wyoming voters. In fact, hes tied for being the most popular governor in the nation, according to a recent national poll.
Coy KnobelJuly 25, 2022
Cheney Says She Will Always Choose Protection Of Constitution Over Politics
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney on Sunday told a CNN audience that she will always choose protecting the Constitution over making politically-driven decisions to help her get re-elected.
Leo WolfsonJuly 25, 2022
Wyoming Schools Aren’t Requiring Clear Backpacks Even As Shootings Increase
Even as school shootings across the country have increased, Wyoming schools have not yet started to require students to carry clear backpacks.
July 25, 2022
Liz Cheney, Bob Budd: Sage Grouse Management Continues To Be Critical For Wyoming’s Future
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney and Bob Budd write: "If we choose to conserve Sage-Grouse and other species, it is time to re-think how we compensate habitat providers, and how we develop our resources in a responsible manner."
Liz CheneyJuly 25, 2022
Harriet Hageman Lights Up Crowd At “Save Wyoming” Rally In Lander
Out of a list of more than 50 speakers, U. S. Congressional candidate Harriet Hageman drew the loudest ovations during a rally featuring the most conservative members of the Wyoming Republican Party.
Bill SniffinJuly 24, 2022
Gordon, Rammell Trade Barbs At Gubernatorial Forum In Casper
A Republican gubernatorial candidate forum featuring Gov. Mark Gordon, Rex Rammell and Brent Bien brought some division in Casper Wednesday night over Gordons handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leo WolfsonJuly 23, 2022
University Of Wyoming Requested 33 Of Former Professor’s Papers Be Retracted
A day after the University of Wyoming confirmed that it investigated one of its former professors' work for "data irregularities," a UW spokesman said top university officials requested 33 of the professor's papers be retracted.
July 22, 2022
Wyoming Delegation Blasts Biden’s Likely Climate Emergency Executive Order
All three members of Wyoming's congressional delegation blasted President Biden for his likely executive action on the climate which could raise gas prices even higher and make the U.S. more dependent on foreign energy.
Leo WolfsonJuly 22, 2022
Cheney Chairs Last Jan 6 Committee Hearing Of Summer; “Trump Refused To Defend Our Nation”
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney chaired the final Jan. 6 Committee hearing of the summer on Thursday night. In her remarks, she said "Trump refused to defend our nation and our Constitution."
Leo WolfsonJuly 22, 2022
Hageman Protests Cheney/Bouchard Claim That She Bargained Away Wyoming Water To Colorado
Congressional candidate Harriet Hageman claims she never was hired to "bargain away Wyoming's water" as opponents U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney and Anthony Bouchard are claiming.
Leo WolfsonJuly 22, 2022
Former University Of Wyoming Professor’s Papers Retracted For ‘Data Irregularities’
A former University of Wyoming professor's publications are being investigated for "data irregularities" and some are being retracted, according to UW officials.
July 21, 2022
Booze On Demand: Alcohol Delivery Companies See Growth In Wyoming
As companies such as DoorDash and Uber Eats continue to grow in popularity in Wyoming, a new business model has taken off: alcohol deliveries.
July 21, 2022
Park County Voting Machines Pass Test, Skeptics Remain Unconvinced
Although everyone in attendance agreed that the election equipment performed without issue on Thursday. morning, Park County residents who observed the test remain unconvinced about election integrity and want paper ballots.
Leo WolfsonJuly 21, 2022
Majority Floor Leader’s Political Signs Defaced; Spray-Painted Red “RINO”
In yet another sign that political discourse in Wyoming has devolved to name-calling, personal attacks, and now vandalism, dozens of signs promoting House Majority Leader Albert Sommers' re-election were defaced on Wednesday night.
Jimmy OrrJuly 21, 2022
Uinta County Judge Rules Political Party Bylaws Take Precedence Over Wyo State Laws
Judge Joseph Bluemel dismissed a lawsuit against the Uinta County Republican Party and its leadership last Thursday, deciding the county partys rules allow its leadership to decide who can vote for future county party leaders.
Leo WolfsonJuly 21, 2022
It’s About Time! Beartooth Highway To Finally Open On Friday
After a late spring storm delayed its opening in May and the Yellowstone flood damaged the roadway in June, the Beartooth Highway is set to finally open on Friday, July 22.
Wendy CorrJuly 21, 2022
Hageman Blasts Cheney For Not Voting On Abortion Legislation
Challenger Harriet Hageman blasted U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney for not voting on two abortion bills last week. "I believe it was reprehensible that Wyomings lone representative was nowhere to be found when that vote was taken, Hageman said.
Leo WolfsonJuly 20, 2022
Cheney Votes For Same-Sex Marriage Bill; Hageman Dodges Question Again
While U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney cast a vote on Tuesday supporting same-sex marriage in the United States, challenger Harriet Hageman refused to say what her position is on gay marriage.
Leo WolfsonJuly 20, 2022
Poll: Biden’s Job Approval Rating Lower In Wyoming Than Anywhere Else
President Joe Biden is more unpopular in Wyoming than he is in any other state with a whopping 76% of voters disapproving of his job performance.
Coy KnobelJuly 19, 2022
Cheney Beats Hageman For Out-Of-State $$, Hageman Beats Cheney In State $$, Bouchard Trails
FEC reports show Hageman is dominating Cheney when it comes to funding from in-state donors while Cheney is doing the same with out-of-state donors. Anthony Bouchard's fundraising efforts have all but dried up.
Leo WolfsonJuly 19, 2022