U.S.

Texas Senate Passes Permitless Carry Bill

By Caroline Downey 8:16 PM

House Bill 1927 would eliminate the requirement for Texas citizens to acquire a permit to carry handguns if they’re not prohibited by state or federal law from owning a firearm.

Economy & Business

Boston Fed President: Inflation Will Be Temporary Like Pandemic Toilet-Paper Shortage

By Caroline Downey 7:13 PM

While Rosengren is confident the inflation rate will fall again, some financial leaders believe it will take off due to runaway government spending.

Politics & Policy

DeSantis: ‘We’re Funding The Police And Then Some’

By Caroline Downey 6:05 PM

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday that the state is awarding $1,000 bonuses to law enforcement officials.

Science & Tech

Biden Administration Supports Waiving Patent Protections for COVID Vaccines

By Caroline Downey 4:27 PM

United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced Wednesday that the Biden Administration supports waiving patent protections for COVID-19 vaccines.

Law & the Courts

Chauvin Trial Juror Participated In BLM Protest Last Summer

By Caroline Downey May 4, 2021

He claimed that his reason for attending the protest was that he’d never visited Washington, D.C. before. 

Politics & Policy

Psaki Dubiously Claims Migrant Influx ‘Began during the Trump Administration’

By Caroline Downey May 4, 2021

The number of migrant apprehensions exploded in February, weeks after Biden took office.

Politics & Policy

Kevin McCarthy Caught on Hot Mic Saying He’s ‘Lost Confidence’ in Liz Cheney, Predicts Vote to Remove Her

By Caroline Downey May 4, 2021

McCarthy predicted there will be a second vote to oust Cheney from her leadership position.

Politics & Policy

Texas Democrat Resigns after Calling Tim Scott an ‘Oreo’

By Caroline Downey May 4, 2021

‘It was insensitive, and I have embarrassed myself and my party by its use,’ O’Connor said.

Politics & Policy

DeSantis Eliminates Remaining Local Emergency COVID-19 Restrictions

By Caroline Downey May 3, 2021

Meanwhile, Miami-Dade County’s mayor says, ‘We are still in an emergency.’

Politics & Policy

Kansas Republicans Fail to Override Governor’s Veto of Trans Sports Bill

By Caroline Downey May 3, 2021

Critics claimed the bill would stifle business opportunities, give Kansas a reputation as an unwelcoming state, and exacerbate bullying.