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Lawsuit alleges to “unconstitutional” Governor appointments A Jefferson County resident has sued the state over Gianforte’s appointment of Commerce Director Marta Bertoglio.

A lawsuit's been filed saying several Gov. Greg Gianforte appointments have been unconstitutional #mtnews
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Free reporting advice: Small town mayors LOVE to be addressed as mayor.

New study sheds light on ChatGPT's alarming interactions with teens New research from a watchdog group reveals ChatGPT can provide harmful advice to teens. The Associated Press reviewed interactions where the chatbot gave detailed plans for drug use, eating disorders, and even suicide notes.

ChatGPT will tell 13-year-olds how to get drunk and high, instruct them on how to conceal eating disorders and even compose a suicide letter to their parents if asked, according to new research from the Center for Countering Digital Hate, a watchdog group.

Federal, state legislators sign letter supporting Flint appointment Letter says Criminal Justice Oversight Council appointee a ‘highly qualified and diligent advocate’ and mentions ADF experience.

Montana's federal delegation, over 40 legislators and most statewide officials signed a fiery letter in support of a contentious ADF appointment to the CJOC.

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Blue State ADs should prepare themselves for the possibility that ICE could try to arrest one of their players or coaches in the middle of a game this season. t.co/4HLWzWSjvV

Every Scientific Empire Comes to an End America’s run as the premiere techno-superpower may be over.

"Three-fourths of American scientists who responded to a recent poll by the journal 'Nature' said they are considering leaving the country. They don’t lack for suitors. China is aggressively recruiting them, and the European Union has set aside a €500 million slush fund to do the same."

US Senate confirms Joe Kent to lead a national intelligence agency • Washington State Standard Joe Kent, a two-time candidate for Congress in Washington, was confirmed Wednesday as director of the National Counterterrorism Center.

Joe Kent, a former Army Special Forces soldier and two-time Republican candidate for Congress in Washington state, was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as director of the National Counterterrorism Center, report @washingtonstatestandard.com and @statesnewsroom.com

you should be able to decide if your tax dollars go to things like this

Legislators, advocacy orgs push against Gianforte appointment ACLU removal from the Criminal Justice Oversight Council gets increased scrutiny as a letter to Gov. Gianforte outlined appointment problems.

In a letter, legislators and advocacy organizations push back on the Governor's appointment of Jessica Flint to the CJOC, calling the council to halt work until a person with "appropriate experience" is appointed #mtpol #mtnews
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Property insurance rates to get a look by legislature Statewide rates are going up, but data is scarce — a problem advocates hope lawmakers and those elected can solve.

Property insurance rates are skyrocketing. But a lack of data and rising climate concerns have advocates clamoring, and the Montana legislature is set to look at the issue #mtpol #mtleg
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Lawmakers consider state energy capacity as AI, data centers loom Artificial intelligence, wildfire mitigation also get discussion during meeting of tech and energy interim committee.

Latest in Dispatches From AI-land: Montana lawmakers heard a lot about data centers today as tech policy and energy policy are colliding at full speed #mtleg
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Montana ag producers have a beef with Trump’s tariffs Higher material prices and fewer markets become major concerns for ag producers as impact of tariffs is felt in Montana.

"Montana agriculture is a generational thing, and these policies and these tariffs are pushing for corporate farms to be able to come in and take over these small family farms.” Ag producers raise concerns about tariffs. By @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2025/07/25/m... #mtnews #mtpol

I think it’s interesting so many Game wikis are also like this. I can think of one very specific game that’s 25 years old and has perhaps the single greatest wiki on the internet.

Montana ag producers have a beef with Trump’s tariffs Higher material prices and fewer markets become major concerns for ag producers as impact of tariffs is felt in Montana.

Some Montana farmers and ranchers said they're feeling a pinch from Trump's tariffs #mtpol #mtnews
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When ICE Agents Are Waiting Outside the Courtroom An asylum seeker and her children face the terrifying new reality of immigration hearings.

Since the spring, federal agents have been patrolling the government buildings in New York City, waiting to arrest migrants as soon as they step out of the courtroom. Jordan Salama reports on an asylum seeker’s experience.

* REUTERS POLL -- NEARLY 90% ECONOMISTS, 89 OF 100, SAY THEY ARE CONCERNED ABOUT THE QUALITY OF OFFICIAL U.S. ECONOMIC DATA, INCLUDING 41 SAYING VERY CONCERNED

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Alliance Defending Freedom now on state criminal justice council Jessica Flint, representing the Alliance Defending Freedom, has been appointed by Greg Gianforte to the Criminal Justice Oversight Council.

A new appointment brings Jessica Flint of the Alliance Defending Freedom into Montana's Criminal Justice Oversight Council. A spot - which deals with civil rights for incarcerated people - previously held by the ACLU. #mtnews #mtleg

New, from me:
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Postal Workers Union president sounds alarm on privatization Montana, seven other states will soon be seeing postal union TV ads as privatization of the service remains a fear for many.

Talked with the president of the American Postal Workers Union as the organization will begin running ads in 8 states — including Montana — as fears of privatization mount #mtnews
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Justice Department Told Trump in May That His Name Is Among Many in the Epstein Files Bondi told president at the meeting that Justice also decided to not release more Jeffrey Epstein documents because of the presence of child pornography and the need to protect victims.

Exclusive: The Justice Department told President Trump in May that his name is among many in the Epstein files.

‘Daddy, police!’: New video shows masked ICE agents arrest father outside child’s school in Beaverton Newly published video provides insights into the immigration arrest of a chiropractor outside of his child’s Beaverton Montessori school.

“There is a baby in the car,” Khanbabazadeh said. “Is it hard to wait for three minutes?”

Bozeman joins trend of Montana cities adopting Pride flag Bozeman joins Missoula in adopting flag as GOP criticism mounts over a law brought by Rep. Braxton Mitchell during the 2025 session.

A trend of Montana cities adopting the Pride flag appears to have roiled the state GOP as a local control battle continues to smolder #mtnews #mtpol
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Fergus County looks to add to emergency response with CERT First responders have option of asking trained citizens for help in some Montana communities as Fergus County adds to growing CERT program.

Fergus County looks to add to emergency response capacity with trained citizens as CERT organizations gain traction in Montana #mtnews
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Jefferson River Basin waters warming, in trouble new study says Upper Missouri Waterkeeper, Save Wild Trout release in-depth study on SW Montana waterways as Jefferson River Basin health appears poor.

A two-year study conducted by Montana environmental groups into the Jefferson River Basin shows warm water and a lack of oxygen, driving fears trout remain in serious trouble #mtnews
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Montana Jewish Project hosts Pride event at Temple Emanu-El Helena event draws people for conversation and connections between Jewish, LGBTQ+ communities and the threats they face.

Montana Jewish Project hosted its Pride Shabbat celebration last week. Wrote about that a bit:
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Air quality in Toronto among worst in the world Monday, as Environment Canada issues heat warning | CBC News Parts of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are under an air quality warning on Monday alongside an ongoing heat warning in the region, Environment Canada says.

Wildfire health impacts continue -- but research shows that if we do not directly connect extremes with how they're being driven by a warming climate, being affected by disasters won't make us more willing to support + advocate for climate action. That's why it's SO impt that we talk about it!

If you want to know how a country gets to the point where people from a targeted minority are forced to wear some sort of visual signifier of their identity on their clothing, it really seems like this is the progression.

Insane beyond belief. This wasn’t really ever enforced but it’s sick work.

State continues upgrades on public rest areas Hardin rest area continues long-term plan to upgrade highway break areas across the state. Safety, lighting concerns among issues addressed.

“Our team worked hard to ensure the upgraded facilities not only meet the needs of today’s travelers but will accommodate future visitors for years to come.” The only rest stop along a nearly 100-mile stretch of I-90 has reopened. @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2025/07/08/s... #mtpol

WA wildfire danger: Red flag warning issued Wildfire danger across Eastern Washington will remain high through Wednesday evening as fires burn across the state. Much of the east side of the state is under a red flag warning from the National We...

It's hot, dry and about to get windy! www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...