SUMMARY: Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are facing backlash from President Trump’s base after expressing support for the H-1B visa program, designed to attract international talent but criticized for its complexity and abuse potential. The controversy intensified on Musk’s social media platform X, with criticism from far-right figures like Laura Loomer. The debate was reignited by comments from Sriram Krishnan, who suggested lifting green card caps for skilled immigrants. Recently, the Biden administration clarified H-1B application rules. The H-1B visas are limited to 65,000 annually, with an additional 20,000 for advanced degree holders, often leading to a lottery selection process.

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SUMMARY: Georgia lawmakers are preparing for the 2025 legislative session, discussing key issues including tort reform, child care, transgender athletes in women’s sports, artificial intelligence, and disaster resilience. Gov. Brian Kemp emphasized tort reform as a priority, addressing the state’s ranking in the “Judicial Hellholes” report. A committee recommended legislation banning transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports, while another proposed tax credits to support child care and early childhood education. Additionally, lawmakers are considering creating a state AI oversight board and an Office of Resilience. The 2025 session begins on January 14.

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SUMMARY: President-elect Trump’s 2024 campaign was marked by extensive legal challenges, with courtroom appearances rivaling campaign rallies. He was the first former U.S. president to face criminal charges, resulting in four prosecutions—two federal and two state—altering the legal landscape for presidential conduct. Despite his challenges, Trump secured a decisive electoral victory. Notably, the Supreme Court ruled that former presidents have significant immunity from prosecution related to their official acts, reshaping presidential powers. However, Trump’s New York conviction for falsifying business records stands, while his Georgia case’s status remains uncertain as it awaits appeals.

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