State and National

26 Ways the Media Botched Their Reporting on the Latest Benghazi Report

It neither "exonerates" nor "debunks." It specifically states that it is not the final word on Benghazi. Daily Signal senior independent contributor Sharyl Attkisson chronicles the contradictions and inconsistencies.

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Why Is There a Communist Group at the Michael Brown and Eric Garner Protests?

Mixed among the faces of protesters nationwide calling for justice in the deaths of Eric Garner and Michael Brown is a group of Communists fueling a movement against police officers and calling for mass demonstrations.

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Great-Grandma Florist Could Lose Livelihood for Saying No to Gay Wedding

A florist in Washington state is being sued for adhering to her Christian beliefs in declining to make flower arrangements for one couple's wedding.

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Sen. Orrin Hatch Responds to President’s Cuba Announcement

Washington, D.C., — Senator Orrin G. Hatch, Senior Republican in the United States Senate, issued the following statement following the President’s announcement that he would seek to normalize relations with Cuba:

Hatch Outlines Seven Principles for Comprehensive Tax Reform

In Speech on Senate Floor, Utah Senator Says, “In my view, these seven principles should serve as guideposts for our tax reform efforts.  Any idea or proposal we consider should link back and be relevant to at least one of these principles.”

Hannukah Message from Senator Orrin G. Hatch

Washington, D.C., — Senator Orrin G. Hatch, Senior Senator from Utah, issued the following statement to commemorate the first night of Hannukah:

"Happy Hannukah to those celebrating in Utah and around the world. I hope the next 8 nights may be filled with reverence and joy for you and your families as we all take the opportunity to honor and give thanks for the Maccabees and the rich legacy they  left. 

 

Hatch Outlines Priorities for Pension Reform and Retirement Savings in Speech at Financial Services Roundtable

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee,today delivered the following remarks on pension reform and retirement savings at the Financial Services Roundtable:

 

I want to thank the Financial Services Roundtable for holding this important conference on retirement security and savings policy and for having me here today. 

Lee: Our Executive Officials Must Uphold the Rule of Law

WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Mike Lee made the following remarks regarding his opposition to the confirmation of Sarah Saldaña, President Obama’s nominee to be Assistant Secretary for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

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Governor appoints Kendall to the 3rd District Court

SALT LAKE CITY (Dec. 15, 2014) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert has appointed William K. Kendall as a judge to fill a vacancy on the 3rd District Court.

“William Kendall is well known for his dedicated service to the criminal justice system and his reputation as a skilled trial lawyer.  His broad base of experience, extensive trial practice, temperament, and knowledge of criminal law will serve the 3rd District well,” said Gov. Herbert.

Governor appoints Gardner to the 3rd District Court

SALT LAKE CITY (Dec. 15, 2014) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert has appointed James D. Gardner as a judge to fill a vacancy on the 3rd District Court.

“I have full confidence in James Gardner and his ability to uphold the principles of justice.  I know that he will serve the 3rd District Court with dedication and integrity,” said Gov. Herbert.