Matt Gagnon discusses the federal lawsuit filed by Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey against the Trump administration over the USDA’s withholding of federal funds due to Maine’s law allowing transgender athletes in girls’ high school sports. Frey’s office states the funds are crucial for feeding children and disabled adults. Gagnon criticizes Frey’s political motivations, suggesting he’s grandstanding for future political gain, as his job security is assured by a Democratic legislative majority. Gagnon also speculates on the political future of Governor Janet Mills, hinting she might challenge Senator Susan Collins in 2026, and notes the potential impact of Trump’s 2024 election on Mills’ prospects.
Millions of people in New York City and a large swath of the northeastern U.S. were stuck at home under road travel bans and blizzard warnings Monday as heavy snow and strong winds intensified, creating whiteout conditions in the densely populated region.
Crews hope to resume efforts Friday to recover the bodies of eight people killed and one still missing in an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada after days of dangerous weather that has hampered safe access to the area.
Crews found the bodies of eight backcountry skiers and are searching for one more who remains missing after an avalanche in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, authorities said Wednesday, making it the deadliest U.S. avalanche in nearly half a century.
