Tucked neatly into Section 2 of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is a small but powerful provision that’s turning heads across the Second Amendment community. In plain terms, it removes firearm suppressors—more commonly known as silencers—from the National Firearms Act (NFA). This means that law-abiding Americans will no longer be forced to pay a…
AI, the OBBBA, and the Great 10-Year Gag Order on the States
Today, we’re going to look at a provision in the OBBBA that has recently stirred a lot of controversy. Marjorie Taylor Greene railed against this provision, which imposes a 10-year federal ban on states and local governments from enacting or enforcing any laws regulating artificial intelligence (AI) systems, models, or automated decision-making tools involved in…
Shared Burden, Shared Blessing: A Look at the SNAP State Cost-Sharing Provision
As we continue our deep dive into the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), we turn our attention to another provision impacting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Beginning in fiscal year 2028, the bill would require states to shoulder 5% of the costs of the program. For those of us who believe in the…
The SALT Divide: When Conservative Principles Meet Political Reality
The latest drama on Capitol Hill—yes, another one—is unfolding around the massive GOP-led legislative effort known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This mega-package, spearheaded by President Trump and GOP leadership, attempts to stitch together a coalition with a Christmas-morning wishlist of conservative priorities: tax reforms, spending cuts, border security, and a firm stand…
When Judges Betray Justice
Hey folks — it’s good to be back with you! I just returned from a much-needed break, hiking through the rugged beauty of Utah. There’s nothing like standing under those towering red cliffs and endless blue skies to make you feel small — and to remind you that while politicians come and go, our God…
Why Trump Is Right to Dismantle the Department of Education
President Trump has made a bold move by signing an executive order aimed at dismantling the federal Department of Education (DOE), fulfilling a longstanding promise to conservatives. Now, I’m not going to lie—on the surface, it’s satisfying to see a president finally take a swing at an overreaching federal agency that’s been meddling in our…
Texas Takes a Bold Stand for Life in Lawsuit Against New York Abortion Doctor
In an unprecedented move, Texas has drawn a line in the sand to protect its unborn citizens and uphold its pro-life laws. The state has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Maggie Carpenter, a New York physician accused of prescribing abortion pills to a Texas woman via telemedicine—a clear violation of Texas law. Texas is seeking…
Trump’s Stance on a Federal Abortion Ban: A Missed Opportunity for Pro-Life Leadership
Well, folks, Donald Trump has done it again—left us scratching our heads. In a recent televised interview, Trump stated he would not support a federal abortion ban, citing concerns about political feasibility and the complexities of state-level differences. As an independent Christian conservative, let me just say: this feels like turning back just as we’re…
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