Judges push for diversity in federal appeals nominations
Senate Republicans defend fast confirmation of Trump era appellate judges citing gun rights and religious liberty. Five Asian Americans are nominated including James Ho on the 5th Circuit. Critics note shrinking minority presence on the 5th and 7th Circuits and question diversity efforts.
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Trump accuses Russians of laughing at discord over meddling
In a Sunday tweetstorm President Trump blasted Russia for creating U S political strife over the 2016 election while denying collusion. He blamed the investigation for the discord and criticized Rep Adam Schiff and Barack Obama as he stayed at Mar a Lago and met responders and relatives of Wednesday’s high school shooting victims.
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Security Measures in South Korea During Olympics
South Korea, with far fewer guns than the United States, hosts about 510000 registered firearms while Americans total around 300 million. Mass shootings are rare. a 1982 drunken police spree left 56 dead. Most police lack sidearms, and travel advisories note gun crimes are uncommon amid strict laws. Visitors describe feeling safe despite a strong military and armed security presence.
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Students plan March 24 gun safety march nationwide
Parkland survivors organize March For Our Lives calling for a nationwide march on Washington and other cities to press for safer schools and quick gun control legislation. Organizers note the 17 deaths at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and urge teachers to join a 17 minute nationwide action.
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