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Judiciary Committee Sends National Reciprocity Bill for Concealed Carry to House Vote
Republican committee members say HR 38 recognizes Second Amendment as equal to all constitutional rights; Democrats say the bill is antithetical to federalism.
Hearing Date Set for California Bill to Ban Transgender Athletes in Girls’ Sports
The Assembly bill will be heard on April 1. A similar measure at the federal level failed to pass through the U.S. Senate earlier this month.
Trump Admin Drops Biden-Era Appeal That Sought Gender-Identity Protection in Schools
Oklahoma secured a preliminary injunction last July preventing the Department of Education from issuing a new Title IX regulation.
Doctors, Detransitioners Allege Medical Malpractice in Treating Gender Dysphoria
Gender transition procedures did not solve underlying psychological problems that were ignored, detransitioners said during a Capitol Hill forum.
Vance Links High Housing Prices to High Rates of Immigration Across the World
The vice president met with applause and some boos from the National League of Cities as he talked about housing and voiced opposition to sanctuary cities.
Washington Begins Demolition of Black Lives Matter Plaza
Mayor Muriel Bowser gave the order to destroy the street and rebuild it as Liberty Plaza.
Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge to Colorado Ban on ‘Conversion Therapy’ for Youth
A Christian counselor argues that the state law violates her First Amendment right to guide minors away from same-sex attraction.
South Carolina Death Row Inmate Becomes First to Be Executed by Firing Squad in 15 Years
The Supreme Court issued a brief order earlier Friday denying Brad Sigmon’s request to stay his execution.
Rep. Roy Says He’s Prepared to Force a Vote on FACE Act’s Repeal
The congressman accused his fellow Republicans of blocking efforts to revoke the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
French Shipping Giant to Invest $20 Billion in US
The commitment follows President Donald Trump’s vow to ‘resurrect’ the U.S. shipbuilding industry.
Trump Administration Drops High-Profile Idaho Abortion Case
The government changed its position in the lawsuit that the Biden administration pursued against the state.
Trump to Drop Biden-Era Lawsuit Seeking to Allow Emergency Abortions in Idaho
The government’s change of position was revealed in a Department of Justice email filed in federal district court.
Judge Extends Block on Executive Order That Defunds Gender Change Procedures on Minors
Plaintiffs argue that the Trump administration is exceeding its authority by withholding funds already allocated by Congress.
Transgender Ex-Military Member’s Surprising Take on Trump’s Policy
A male Army veteran underwent feminizing procedures—and became known as Jessica Watkins, ’the transgender J6‘er’ who holds unexpected views on transgenderism.
US Drug Overdose Deaths Dropped 24 Percent in September 2024
Deaths are projected to have declined in 45 out of 50 states, rising in five—Alaska, Montana, Nevada, South Dakota, and Utah.
AG Pam Bondi Warns 3 States Over Transgender Sports Rules
Trump and Maine Gov. Janet Mills have sparred over the law.
Supreme Court Leans in Favor of Ohio State Employee Claiming Demotion Because She’s Straight
Petitioner Marlean Ames claims some courts of appeals unfairly add an extra legal burden in employment discrimination cases.
New Abortion Battle Opening Up Over State Shield Laws
A court case involving a New York doctor, shield laws, and U.S. extradition laws is the first legal test between states that have different rules on abortion.
Survey Shows Pause in US Decline of Christianity
Young adults also presented as far less religious than those of older generations—a fact that the study’s researchers noted could portend an eventual decline.
