Category: Politics

Democratic Campaign Treasurer Embezzles $253K from Montana Political Groups
Abbey Lee Cook admits to three-year scheme defrauding high-profile campaigns including Zephyr, Alke, and Lynch


Missoula Businesses Face Harassment Campaign After Sponsoring Republican Fair Booth
Coordinated online attacks target multiple businesses with false reviews and social media harassment following Western Montana Fair sponsorships

Montana GOP Executive Director Tyler Newcombe Steps Down, Joins State Auditor’s Office
Party names Ethan Holmes as new Communications Director

Our Presidency: From a Half-Headed Biden to a Two-Headed Trump
Koopman’s take: a half-witted Biden and a double-minded Trump

Daines Backs Bill Targeting Public Officials for Financial Fraud
Montana senator joins Republican effort to create mandatory minimum sentences for officials who commit fraud

Montana Senators Request Long-Term Solution for Flathead Lake Water Level Management
Daines and Sheehy ask DOI to develop permanent framework to avoid annual emergency waivers during drought conditions

Montana Democrats’ Post-Election Memo Reveals Strategy, Panic, and Denial
Leaked document reveals party dependence on courts, outside money, and procedural power as electoral support erodes statewide

Federal Rule Change Sparks Debate Over Rural Veterans Employment Services
Senators push for rule reversal while Montana advocate proposes targeted exemptions for rural areas

Senate Reviews Mercer for Montana Federal Court Position
Former U.S. Attorney and State Rep. faces Senate questioning as Montana officials urge swift confirmation

The Big Beautiful Bill is a Win for Montana
Federal legislation saves Montana mine jobs, boosts energy production, delivers $3,000 in tax relief to families, and funds rural hospitals

Gianforte Seeks Applicants for Two New Yellowstone County Judgeships
Applications due Aug. 26 for district court positions created by legislature











