Trump Executive Order Archives

Voter ID: Maryland’s Next Election Battle

September 1, 2025August 31, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

President Trump’s executive order for mandatory voter ID has intensified the debate over election integrity. Critics highlight Maryland’s lax voting standards, relying on outdated mail-in systems with little verification. Despite bipartisan support for voter ID, Maryland’s leadership may resist, prioritizing political advantages over safeguarding legitimate ballots. The discussion centers on integrity versus partisanship.

Congress / Criminal / Executive Order / Regulatory / Surveillance

Luna’s Patriot Act Repeal Is a PR Move That Misses the Real Threat

May 16, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna’s “American Privacy Restoration Act” aims to repeal the Patriot Act to enhance civil liberties. However, this move is largely symbolic as the surveillance state has evolved beyond the Patriot Act. True reform is needed to address systemic issues and the complex frameworks enabling continued surveillance.