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Montgomery County Executive Race: Over/Under Odds for 2026’s Dysfunction DerbyBy Political Party Animals | June 2025 Edition

By Michael Phillips As the race to replace outgoing Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich begins to resemble a political version of The Hunger Games (minus the archery, for now), political junkies and degenerate gamblers alike are turning their attention to the only question that really matters: Who’s got the odds to win—or wreck the county fastest? With five declared Democratic candidates…

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Wes Moore’s Budget Backpedal: From Big Promises to a Bureaucratic Freeze

How Maryland’s Governor Quietly Admits Republicans Were Right All Along By Michael Phillips From Expansion to Retrenchment: Moore Slams the Brakes on His Own Agenda Governor Wes Moore is hitting the brakes—hard. After hiring 5,000 new state employees during his first year in office, Moore’s administration just announced a statewide hiring freeze, voluntary employee buyouts, and the elimination…

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Wes Moore’s Energy Illusion: How Maryland Became Dependent on Its Neighbors

By Michael Phillips Maryland Governor Wes Moore has spent the better part of his term basking in the glow of progressive praise for his “green energy” policies — touting wind farms, electrification mandates, and climate justice talking points as if they alone could power a state. But when the heat rises — literally — the illusion melts fast. Enter Pennsylvania, the reluctant hero. As a brutal…

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Battle for the Throne of Dysfunction: Montgomery County Executive Race Kicks Off with a Stampede of Self-Appointed Saviors

By Michael Phillips It’s official: the race to replace outgoing Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has begun—and judging by the current trajectory, by the time the filing deadline hits, we might have to convert the county fairgrounds into a debate stage just to fit all the Democrat contenders. There are already five, and it’s only June. Expect at least 50 more, maybe even a few dogs and…

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Wes Moore: Maryland’s Photo-Op Governor or Just Another Selfie Politician?By The Thunder Report – Right of Center Commentary

By Michael Phillips Governor Wes Moore has mastered one thing since taking office: the camera angle. Whether it’s rubbing elbows at national Democratic fundraisers, jogging with celebrities, or holding carefully staged “listening sessions,” Moore’s social media feeds are brimming with smiling selfies and sleek video clips. He’s everywhere—except where struggling Marylanders actually need…

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MoCo Priorities: Podcasts Over Potholes?

By Michael Phillips Montgomery County, Maryland, has once again reminded us where its priorities lie—and where they don’t. This week, the county government launched Black Coffee, a brand-new podcast hosted by Frederick Hawkins, designed to “uplift Black voices, stories, and resources” in the community. Each episode promises to feature local changemakers and highlight tools for empowerment. And…

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Trump’s Tax Cuts Deliver for Maryland Families—Despite Local Skepticism

By Michael Phillips While blue-state politicians grumble and editorial boards twist themselves into knots, the numbers don’t lie—Maryland families are winning big under President Trump’s latest tax policy overhaul. According to a White House release highlighted by The Baltimore Sun, Maryland is projected to be the fourth-largest beneficiary of Trump’s tax bill nationwide. That’s not a fluke.…

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Christopher Bouchat for Governor: A Conservative Voice in a Deep Blue State

By Michael Phillips Republican Delegate Christopher Bouchat has launched his 2026 bid for governor of Maryland, positioning himself as a principled outsider and longtime public servant. But in a state that leans overwhelmingly Democratic and a party struggling with identity and unity, Bouchat’s campaign faces significant headwinds. The big question isn’t just whether he can win the…

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John Myrick Is Running for Governor—But Can He Do More Than Just File the Paperwork?

In a state where Republican victories are rare and political relevance even rarer, John Myrick has stepped forward as one of the first declared Republican candidates in Maryland’s 2026 gubernatorial race. But with little name recognition, no clear momentum, and a deeply divided state party, the question isn’t whether Myrick can win—it’s whether his campaign even matters to the broader trajectory…

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Judicial Injustice in Suburbia: How Judge Bibi Berry and Montgomery County Family Court Became Every Father's Worst Nightmare

Montgomery County, Maryland—the affluent, progressive suburb of Washington, D.C.—likes to boast about its high-ranking schools, diversity, and commitment to justice. But beneath that glossy surface, an increasing number of families—especially fathers—are discovering a darker truth inside the family division of the Montgomery County Circuit Court. At the center of these complaints stands Judge…

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OPINION: Where Is Maryland’s Republican Leadership?

By Michael Phillips As Maryland faces another wave of economic challenges and political overreach under Governor Wes Moore, residents across the political spectrum are beginning to ask a hard question: where is the Maryland Republican Party? More specifically—where are the strong, viable GOP candidates ready to step up and lead? For a state that has elected a Republican governor in the past—and…

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Trump’s America and the New Land War: Federal Judge Grants PSEG Access to Private Property Without Consent

By Michael Phillips In a blow to private landowners and local government oversight, a federal judge has ruled in favor of Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG), granting the utility company temporary access to over 90 private properties in Maryland to conduct survey work tied to the controversial Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project (MPRP). The decision means that PSEG can immediately begin…

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The Shadow Guardian: Who Is John Michel and Why Is He Central to the Reichert v. Hornbeck Custody Crisis?

John Michel, once an obscure Maryland government employee, now finds himself at the center of a fierce legal and emotional custody war. Accused of coercion, abuse, and manipulation, his sudden marriage to Sarah Hornbeck—mother of the minor Grant Reichert—raises questions that go beyond the courtroom and into the heart of family court dysfunction. By Michael Phillips John Michel is not a public…

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Citizenship-Affirming Care? Democrats Now Pushing “Legalization Surgery” for Illegal Immigrants

This must be satire, right? By Michael Phillips WASHINGTON, D.C. — In what can only be described as the most surgically bizarre twist in American politics, Democrats are reportedly shifting their focus from “gender-affirming care for minors” to an even more noble frontier: “citizenship-affirming care” for illegal immigrants. Yes, you heard that right. According to top progressive strategists…

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Lawsuit Dismissed, But the Message Is Clear: Illegal Entry Comes With Consequences

By Michael Phillips A high-profile immigration lawsuit filed in Maryland by Salvadoran national Kilmar Abrego Garcia is now in legal limbo. The Department of Justice has moved to dismiss the case as “moot,” arguing that Garcia — who was wrongly deported — has now been returned to the U.S., making the original complaint irrelevant. At first glance, this might seem like a story of bureaucratic…

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“As If Traffic Wasn’t Bad Enough”: Road Rage Violence Surges Across Maryland Highways

By Michael Phillips If you thought Maryland traffic couldn’t get any worse, think again. From endless construction on the Beltway to bumper-to-bumper gridlock on I-270, driving in Maryland has always tested patience. But now, commuters aren’t just dodging potholes and late arrivals — they’re dodging bullets. Over the past year, Maryland has seen a disturbing rise in road rage incidents, some…

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The Courtroom That Erased Fatherhood: Four Father’s Days Without a Word

By Michael Phillips This past Sunday marked the fourth Father’s Day that Jeff Reichert spent without hearing from his son. No call. No card. Not even a whisper. Four Father’s Days.Four years of silence.Four years of sanctioned cruelty disguised as justice.Four years of being illegally thrown in jail, threatened with jail, and harassed about going to jail constantly. The irony? Had Mr. Reichert…