1:30 PM Newscast March 22

Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene wants US Speaker Mike Johnson out and she’s has filed a motion to remove him because he sided with the President on the $1.2 trillion government funding bill. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says to pass legislation Johnson, like McCarthy before him, has had to reach out to Democrats for bipartisan support and some Republicans aren’t pleased.

Cut 10 (11) “…against things. “

Johnson’s spokesperson says the Louisiana Republican always listens to the concerns of members but is also focusing on governing.

Rosepine Representative Charles Owens’ bill to repeal state laws requiring educators to teach students about CPR, eating disorders, adoption and substance abuse and more has passed house education. Owens says instead of state lawmakers deciding if these are worthy subjects, leave it up to the state’s top school board, BESE…

Cut 14 (10) “…our schools.” 

The Port Hudson State Historic Site will host its annual reenactment of the Siege of Port Hudson Saturday and Sunday. Park manager, Daniel Goyer says volunteers reenact the Battle of Port Hudson.

Cut 3 (08) “…war battle..”  

No one nationwide has won the MegaMillions jackpot since December 12th last year. Dustin Annison with the Louisiana Lottery says the odds of winning are low but if you purchase the golden ticket…

Cut 7 (13) “…annual payments.” 

And the Powerball of $750 million, the cash payout is $357.3 million.