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Maryland’s Election Data Standoff: Privacy, Politics, or Plain Stonewalling?

October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The U.S. DOJ requested Maryland’s voter-roll data for election integrity checks, leading to a rejection by state officials citing privacy and state sovereignty. This refusal reflects political bias, as Maryland’s Democrats oppose scrutiny from a Republican-led DOJ but embrace similar inquiries from left-leaning administrations. The ongoing tension raises concerns about electoral transparency and accountability.

Privacy vs. Border Security? The Medicaid Data Lawsuit and the Battle for American Sovereignty

July 5, 2025July 4, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

On July 1, 2025, twenty states, including Maryland, sued the Trump administration over alleged illegal Medicaid data sharing with immigration agencies. The lawsuit claims privacy violations but is criticized as a political maneuver. The conflict reflects tensions between immigration enforcement and state resource allocation, raising questions about fiscal responsibility and national sovereignty.

PSEG’s Power Grab: How a Utility Giant is Bulldozing Maryland’s Public Process

June 12, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Public Service Electric & Gas (PSEG) has bypassed the Maryland Public Service Commission, suing the state directly in federal court regarding the Maryland-Pennsylvania Reliability Project. This move signals a disregard for Maryland’s legal processes and institutions, prioritizing control over community interests. It raises crucial questions about local governance and state sovereignty.