Republican legislators
Coverage of Republican legislators in the Nexus archive.
- NC voters support sports betting but don’t like prediction markets, new poll finds
A Meredith College poll reveals North Carolina voters generally support legalized sports betting but strongly favor banning prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket. While 51% of voters are satisfied with sports betting regulation, 66% support legislation to prohibit prediction markets. The state recently increased taxes on sports betting operators to 23% and imposed a 6% tax on prediction market operators, drawing criticism from Democrats who fear sports betting may shift to prediction markets to avoid higher taxes.
- Louisiana court halts criminal indictment against state attorney general
Louisiana's highest court halted the criminal indictment against state attorney general Liz Murrill. A New Orleans grand jury charged her with 16 counts of intimidation and malfeasance related to a law affecting the city’s courts. The case involves a political conflict between Republican state leaders and New Orleans officials.
- Knowles Nelson Stewardship Program dead at 37
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, which supported Wisconsin's natural areas and parks, expired after 37 years due to legislative opposition. Republican legislators in northern Wisconsin opposed the program, citing concerns over property tax bases, while the state Supreme Court ruled against the Joint Finance Committee's process, leading to its expiration despite bipartisan support efforts.
- Newsom’s last budget: A 40% jump since he took office
California lawmakers are set to approve a $351 billion budget for 2026-27, marking a 40% increase in spending since Gov. Gavin Newsom took office. The plan includes new tax measures to raise $5 billion and allocates funds for childcare, homelessness, and healthcare programs. Fiscal analysts warn the state is vulnerable to economic downturns due to reliance on high-income earners and rising debt.