Sen. Cynthia Lummis called the FBI’s 2023 investigation into her phone records and data the “most serious infringements on the separation of powers in American history.”
About C. Jordan Uplinger
Jordan Uplinger was born in NJ but has traveled since 2013 for academic study and work in Oklahoma, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. He gained experience in a multitude of areas, including general aviation, video editing, and political science. In 2021, Jordan's travels brought him to find work with the Wyoming Conservation Corps as a member of Americorps. After a season with WCC, Jordan continued his Americorps service with the local non-profit, Feeding Laramie Valley. His deep interest in the national discourse on class, identity, American politics and the state of material conditions globally has led him to his internship and eventual employment with Wyoming Public Radio.
This position is partially funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting through the Wyoming State Government Collaboration.
Recent Stories by C. Jordan Uplinger
Public testifies on potential reforms to public records and access laws
Some Wyoming lawmakers are considering reforming the state’s records requests law and public access laws. It would affect how Wyomingites access public records or view public meetings from any government entity.
Wyoming Highway Patrol signs agreement to work with ICE on immigration enforcement
This marks the first time a Wyoming state agency has joined the program.
State Building Commission preps rules for concealed carry on state property
The SBC adopted emergency rules to comply with the Repeal Gun Free Zones Act passed earlier this year.
UW pivots to support summer extension office positions
Attempts to cut the federal agency, AmeriCorps, led the University of Wyoming to find different funding to support its extension office summer volunteer positions.
Hundreds of Wyomingites join nationwide May Day protests
Hundreds rallied in Laramie and Cheyenne to demonstrate against the Trump administration’s federal cuts.
Wyomingites protest the latest round of federal firings
Around 100 people showed up to the Wyoming Capitol Monday as part of another nationwide day of action.
Cheyenne Roundup: Turning bills on a dime
With its newfound power, the Wyoming Freedom Caucus set out to pass its top five priorities within the first 10 days of the legislative session. WyoFile and Wyoming Public Radio break it down.
