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State of the Union highlighted political fracture between Democrats, Trump

(The Center Square) – The State of the Union proved to be anything but unifying between President Donald Trump and Democrats, with many Democrats making their disdain for the president clear. Over 70 congressional Democrats boycotted the address, while many in the chamber defiantly protested the president. Trump at times called

According to the Government, Reality is Optional

The government is lying about what happened in Minneapolis last month, and it’s hurting our already-damaged democracy. Minneapolis citizens Renée Good and Alex Pretti were shot and killed by federal immigration officers on Jan. 7 and Jan. 24, respectively. Following both incidents, federal officials gave speeches contradicting clear

Government shutdown ends, uncertainty around SNAP remains

Government shutdown ends, uncertainty around SNAP remains

The federal government officially reopened on Wednesday, Nov. 12 — but only until Jan. 30, 2026, creating uncertainty as government agencies begin their return to normalcy. Oct. 1 marks the fiscal year deadline for the federal government, and both chambers of Congress and the president must pass legislation by this date

Speakers honor Charlie Kirk, look to the future at Turning Point event

Speakers honor Charlie Kirk, look to the future at Turning Point event

Turning Point USA (TPUSA)’s “Turning Point Tour” stopped at MSU last Tuesday. Students and community members filled the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse to hear from Governor Greg Gianforte and Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. TPUSA is a nonprofit student organization founded in 2012 by Charlie Kirk and Bill Montgomery. Its

Triem and Growney plan for a blue and gold-filled year

Triem and Growney plan for a blue and gold-filled year

The new Associated Students of MSU (ASMSU) president and vice president spent hours over the summer learning the responsibilities of their roles. Now, President Lenny Triem and Vice President Finn Growney are working toward fulfilling their campaign promises and ensuring ASMSU serves students in the best ways it can. ASMSU

Montana GOP calls for Sen. Ellsworth's resignation following controversial business deal

The Montana Republican Party called for Hamilton Republican Sen. Jason Ellsworth to resign Sunday, a day before the Senate is set to vote on whether or not to expel the senator. Ellsworth, former president of the Montana Senate, used leftover committee funds that he had control over at the time

Hear from the 2024 candidates for Gallatin County Commissioner

Hear from the 2024 candidates for Gallatin County Commissioner

The candidates running for Gallatin County Commissioner are David Dickey (R) & Scott MacFarlane (D). Read on to hear their responses to the Exponent’s 2024 candidate questionnaire. Candidates were given three weeks to respond to the questionnaire and were given word counts for each response. Not all of the