"State Legislation Threatens Gun Industry Lawsuit and Credit Card Privacy Protection"

Indiana lawmakers, backed by the firearms industry, are close to passing a bill that would ban cities from suing firearm manufacturers, effectively targeting a historic lawsuit brought by the city of Gary, Indiana. The lawsuit, which has survived numerous legal challenges, accuses gunmakers of turning a blind eye to illegal gun sales. The bill, if signed into law, would prevent the city from obtaining internal documents that could contain damning evidence. The effort has sparked anger in Gary, with Mayor Eddie Melton calling it "morally bankrupt." The legislation is seen as a last-ditch effort to halt the lawsuit, prompting strong opposition and legal challenges.