Washington, DC…The United States welcomes the Hungarian parliament’s overwhelming vote today to approve Sweden’s application to join NATO, and we urge the Hungarian government to complete the process so we can welcome Sweden into our Alliance. We look forward to Hungary signing and depositing the instrument of ratification without delay. Like Finland, which recently joined […]
Valley Springs, CA…As your District 1 Supervisor for the last 7 years, I have worked to accomplish many projects that have benefited both our District and the County. Some of which include the following: Cosgrove creek cleared annually including expanded work this year, with more extensive work scheduled for next year. Secured funding for that […]
Washington, DC…Well, thank you, Gov. I — I may be the only Irishman you ever met that’s never had a drink. And my grandfather used to say, “Joey, if you toast with anything other than alcohol, you got to use your left hand.” (Laughter.) Folks, Governor Cox, Governor Polis, and everyone — to all the […]
Columbia, SC…Former President Donald Trump carried the GOP South Carolina primary by over 20 points. Former Governor Nikki Haley couldn’t even make it close in an open primary that even included Democrats if they chose to vote in the GOP primary. At this point the only reason for her to stay in the race is […]
San Diego, CA…California could become the first state in the U.S. to welcome a new pair of giant pandas in the latest round of a collaborative conservation effort with China. The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance announced that it has signed a cooperative agreement with the China Wildlife Conservation Association and filed a permit application […]
Sacramento, CA…The California snowpack is currently 86% of normal for this date statewide, 99% of normal for the northern Sierra, 82% for the central and 80% for the south. Data courtesy CDEC/DWR #CAwx
Valley Springs, CA…As your District 1 Supervisor for the last 7 years, I have worked to accomplish many projects that have benefited both our District and the County. Some of which include the following: Cosgrove creek cleared annually including expanded work this year, with more extensive work scheduled for next year. Secured funding for that […]
Sacramento, CA…The state already faces a significant deficit this year—we estimate it totaled $58 billion under the administration’s revenue forecast at the time the Governor’s budget was proposed in January. However, recent revenue collections data reflect even further weakness relative to those estimates. Specifically, our forecast is about $24 billion below the Governor’s budget across 2022‑23 to 2024‑25. All else […]
Washington, DC…The Center for Immigration Studies estimates that on average, the net lifetime cost of an illegal immigrant is $69,000 – that’s per person. Every illegal immigrant admitted into this country is a net cost to American taxpayers and is suppressing the wages of working Americans.
San Andreas, CA…Sand and Sandbags Available in Calaveras County. Please limit the number of sandbags to 10 per resident and remember to bring your own shovel. Locations below…
Mokelumne Hill, CA…A Calaveras County District Two Supervisor Candidates Forum Mokelumne Hill was Hosted by the Mokelumne Hill Community Watch on February 9th.
Washington, DC…Good afternoon. I — I’m heading off to East Palestine in — in a moment, but I wanted to say a few things this morning about Aleksey Navalny. You know, like millions of people around the world, I am literally both not surprised and outraged by the news — the reported death of Aleksey […]
El Dorado Hills, CA…California’s biggest problem is up for debate. Sadly, there are many contenders vying for that dubious distinction. But instead of focusing on the problems, we need to be focused on solutions. Without rank, here are five, chronic California problems where state leadership has completely failed and one simple idea for each to […]
Valley Springs, CA…As your District 1 Supervisor for the last 7 years, I have worked to accomplish many projects that have benefited both our District and the County. Some of which include the following: Cosgrove creek cleared annually including expanded work this year, with more extensive work scheduled for next year. Secured funding for that […]
Sacramento, CA…Following Governor Gavin Newsom’s efforts to bolster CAL FIRE’s firefighting fleet, President Biden signed the National Defense Authorization Act which authorized the official transfer of seven C-130H aircraft from the United States Coast Guard to CAL FIRE. This finishes the partnership which was started by the late Senator Dianne Feinstein and continued in recent […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 2/13/2024 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Video Call to Order Roll Call Closed Session Agenda 1. Pursuant to Govt. Code § 54956.9(d)(1), […]
Washington, DC…Good afternoon. Let me start by welcoming His Majesty, the King of Jordan. He’s been a good friend. Abdullah, welcome back to the White House, man. Welcome back. And, by the way, Barack is looking at you in the corner over there. And along with Qree- — Queen Riana [Rania], who is meeting with […]
Valley Springs, CA…As your District 1 Supervisor for the last 7 years, I have worked to accomplish many projects that have benefited both our District and the County. Some of which include the following:
Valley Springs, CA…As your District 1 Supervisor for the last 7 years, I have worked to accomplish many projects that have benefited both our District and the County. Some of which include the following: Cosgrove creek cleared annually including expanded work this year, with more extensive work scheduled for next year. Secured funding for that […]
Washington, DC…The Special Counsel released today its findings about its look into my handling of classified documents. I was pleased to see they reached the conclusion I believed all along they would reach – that there would be no charges brought in this case and the matter is now closed. This was an exhaustive investigation […]
Miramar, CA…Five Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing have been confirmed deceased following a CH-53E helicopter crash on Feb. 6, 2024. Maj. Gen. Michael J. Borgschulte, commanding general of 3rd MAW issued the following statement, “It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that I […]
San Andreas, CA…Ballots went out in the mail Monday, February 5th, and voters should see them arriving in their mailboxes beginning February 9th. Sign up at wheresmyballot.sos.ca.gov to track your ballot and receive automatic email, text, or voice call notifications. Ballot drop boxes were installed in Angels Camp, Valley Springs, San Andreas, Mountain Ranch, West […]
Sonora, CA…The Stanislaus National Forest announced that a public comment period will begin March 5 for preliminary 2024 off-highway vehicle grant applications. Interested parties may submit comments from March 5, 2024 through May 6, 2024. Forest recreation specialists and OHV managers have completed two draft grants for consideration by the California State Parks Off-Highway Motor […]
Washington, DC…Rep. Tom McClintock (CA-05) today delivered the following remarks on the House floor. The Congressman also released the attached memo discussing impeachment. Rep. McClintock House floor remarks (video link): Mr. Speaker: Secretary Mayorkas is guilty of maladministration of our immigration laws on a cosmic scale. But we KNOW that’s not grounds for impeachment, because the […]
Valley Springs, CA…As your District 1 Supervisor for the last 7 years, I have worked to accomplish many projects that have benefited both our District and the County. Some of which include the following: Cosgrove creek cleared annually including expanded work this year, with more extensive work scheduled for next year. Secured funding for that […]
Washington, DC…President Biden delivers remarks urging Congress to pass the Emergency National Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. Good afternoon. For much too long, as you all know, the immigration system has been broken. And it’s long past time to fix it. That’s why, months ago, I instructed my team to begin negotiations with a bipartisan group […]
Washington, DC…Watch live ahead of an expected House vote to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over his handling of the U.S.-Mexico border. #usmexicoborder #mayorkas #impeachment #news #border #alejandromayorkas #politics