(8:05am) Mark Meckler, President and co-founder of Convention of States Action, talks about restoring the balance of power between the states and the federal government.
From Convention of States Action:
Do you think that with Trump in office, this time it will be different and Congress will finally place term limits on itself? Or is calling an Article V convention the only viable path to success?
Article V convention for these 3 essential topics:
1. Placing term limits on federal officials
2. Imposing a balanced federal budget
3. Limiting the power and jurisdiction of the federal government
Only an Article V convention of the states can propose amendments to make the changes permanent.
The Wyoming Senate Judiciary Committee voted to pass Senate Joint Resolution (SJR) 1 to call an Article V convention, joining the growing race to become the 20th state to endorse the movement. The committee stood with over 13,000 Wyoming supporters!
Key points:
Convention of States movement: Under Meckler's leadership, the organization has grown to five million supporters and secured approval from 19 states, nearing the mark to call for a Convention of States.
Constitutional expertise:
Meckler advocates for using Article V of the Constitution to propose amendments that would limit federal power, impose fiscal restraints, and establish term limits for officials.
Bipartisan appeal:
Meckler emphasizes that the Convention of States is not aligned with any political party, focusing instead on empowering citizens and promoting self-governance.
More information here: https://conventionofstates.com/
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(8:35am) MORNING NEWS DUMP
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Catching illegals. Story here: https://redstate.com/brandon_morse/2025/01/28/without-apology-tom-homan-displays-the-correct-attitude-when-a-reporter-confronts-him-on-deportations-n2184906
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