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From X post: Cillian@CilComLFC
Over the past two weeks:
May 7th: Assassination attempt against Saudi Crown Prince.
May 13th: Turkish President Erdoğan holds emergency meeting following warning of possible military coup.
May 15th: Assassination attempt on Slovak PM Robert Fico.
May 16th: Citizen arrested for threatening to assassinate Serbian President Vučić.
May 19th: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman hospitalised for second time in four weeks.
May 19th: Helicopter crash involving Iranian President Raisi and Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian.
https://x.com/CilComLFC/status/1792311066661179841
Add this in the Congo today
The Second Amendment
Gun Owners of America (GOA) has made a bold move that could potentially reshape the gun rights landscape in the United States by launching a groundbreaking lawsuit in New York. Central to the lawsuit is the argument that New York's stringent firearm laws unjustly impede the Second Amendment rights of non-residents.
Presently, New York does not grant handgun carry licenses to non-residents and does not acknowledge licenses issued by other states. This leaves individuals visiting New York for work or leisure unable to exercise their right to self-defense.
To grasp the importance of this legal action, one must consider the legal foundations that support it. Years of Second Amendment legal rulings, including landmark cases such as District of Columbia v. Heller and McDonald v. City of Chicago, have affirmed an individual's right to possess and carry arms for self-protection.
Additionally, the Supreme Court's ruling in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen established a rigorous standard for assessing the constitutionality of firearm regulations.
Should this lawsuit succeed, its impact could be profound. At the very least, New York might be compelled to grant licenses to non-residents and acknowledge permits issued by other states.
However, the repercussions could extend even further. The case might prompt the Supreme Court to reexamine the issue of national reciprocity for concealed carry permits, a cause long advocated by gun rights proponents.
While the legal arguments presented by GOA are strong, the path ahead is laden with obstacles. New York is renowned for its strict gun control measures, and the state government is likely to vigorously uphold its existing laws.
Furthermore, the lawsuit's outcome may ultimately depend on the Supreme Court's composition and the justices' interpretation of constitutional principles.
Regardless of the lawsuit's result, its mere existence underscores the ongoing struggle over gun rights in the United States. As the debate continues, it raises fundamental questions about the equilibrium between individual freedoms and public safety.
Additionally, it emphasizes the judiciary's role in interpreting the Second Amendment and safeguarding constitutional rights. As this legal battle unfolds, it is crucial for gun owners and advocates to remain informed and involved. The outcome of this challenge could have significant implications for the exercise of Second Amendment rights nationwide.
By staying informed about developments and supporting organizations like GOA, individuals can play a crucial role in shaping the future of gun rights in America.
The community expressed their opinions on this issue in the comments section: “We shouldn’t require permission from the government to be able to protect ourselves. There shouldn’t be a ‘licensing’ requirement in any state.”
A different individual said: “How come we’re all still pretending that requiring a license to exercise a Right is somehow acceptable?” An individual highlighted an intriguing observation: “If you’re flying from Texas to a state that authorizes carrying and your plane has to make an unscheduled landing in New York you can get entangled with their judicial system. Despicable State!”
A commentator reached this conclusion: “We have a national carry law!!!! It’s called the 2nd amendment!!! DA. Shall not be infringed!” The legal action initiated by GOA against New York marks a significant milestone in the ongoing battle for gun rights.
I saw this photo just now -- https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2024/05/senator-john-fetterman-blasts-aoc-calling-him-bully/ -- and started wondering more about this.
More sauce:
https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2023/03/b6cb1-16797441945772-1920.jpg?w=1460
https://www.usasupreme.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/fetterman-double.jpg
https://static.politifact.com/politifact/photos/Fetterman.001.jpeg
https://i.kym-cdn.com/editorials/icons/mobile/000/006/703/fetterman.jpg
And why do you think the globos do this doubles thing, anyhow?
And how do they find guys this ugly?
The Trump trial is hurtling to a close. Michael Cohen is set to finish today. Trump's team set they will finish with Cohen today. Then the prosecution will ask more question on redirect, but he is their last witness.
Trump's legal team said last week they are deciding if Trump testifies and may not put up any other witnesses.
But this morning said with the holiday weekend coming up, they will not get to summations until after the holiday
Justice Merchan: Looks like evidence will end this week, with summations next Tuesday.
