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local-politics10 days ago•4 min saved

Portland councilor pushes open-carry rule for City Hall after protest disruption

Portland City Councilor Loretta Smith has drafted an ordinance to allow councilors to openly carry firearms while conducting city business, arguing it would deter aggressive disruption after protests interrupted a council meeting. The plan would create an exception to Portland’s generally restricted open carrying rules and is awaiting legal review. Revoke the Permit PDX organizers criticized the proposal, while supporters say it could improve safety for elected officials amid hostile confrontations and threats; no injuries were reported during the latest protest, and the city continues to balance First Amendment rights with security at City Hall.

via Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB|

#city-hall #gun-policy #local-politics

business9 months ago•1 min saved

Citi Reverses Gun Sales Restrictions Amid Political Pressure

Citigroup is rolling back its 2018 policy restricting banking services to firearm retailers, citing recent regulatory changes and political pressures, and will update its policies to clarify it does not discriminate based on political affiliation.

via New York Post|

#banking-services #business #citi

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

12-year-old suspect arrested after school shooting in Finland

Three 12-year-old children were shot and wounded at a school in Finland, with the suspect also being 12 years old and taken into custody. The shooting occurred at the Viertola school in Vantaa, a suburb of Helsinki, and the victims were transported to the hospital. Previous school shootings in Finland have raised concerns about the country's gun policy, leading to legislative changes in 2010.

via New York Post |

#children #crime #finland

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

"Fatal School Shooting in Finland: Child Killed, Two Injured, Classmate Apprehended"

A 12-year-old child died and two others were injured in a school shooting in Vantaa, Finland, with a fellow 12-year-old pupil suspected of the attack taken into custody. The victims were hospitalized, and the suspect and weapon are in police custody. Previous school shootings in Finland have led to stricter gun legislation, but the country still has a significant number of licensed firearms.

via NBC News|

#arrest #child-victims #crime

crime2 years ago•5 min saved

State Fair of Texas Shooting: Evacuation and Arrest Made After 3 Injured

The State Fair of Texas opened four hours later than scheduled after a shooting incident the previous night, but hundreds of attendees still arrived early. Three people were injured in the shooting, and the suspected shooter, identified as Cameron Turner, was taken into custody. The victims are in stable condition, and the motive for the shooting is still unknown. Questions have been raised about the fair's gun policy, which allows concealed carry for those with valid handgun licenses. The fair plans to increase security measures for the remainder of the event. Dallas City council member Adam Bazaldua called for strengthened gun laws in response to the incident.

via The Dallas Morning News|

#crime #dallas #gun-policy

education2 years ago•2 min saved

Michigan State University Implements Stricter Campus Gun Policy

The Michigan State University Board of Trustees has approved changes to the on-campus gun policy, clarifying the prohibition of firearms on university property. The updated ordinance allows only certified law enforcement officers and individuals with an approved educational or research purpose to possess a firearm on campus. Exceptions are made for individuals qualified to carry a concealed weapon under Michigan law while operating a motor vehicle on a university-owned road. The changes aim to strengthen existing gun-safety measures and give the university more control over setting its own weapons rules.

via WLNS|

#board-of-trustees #campus-safety #education

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Virginia Primaries: Impact on Abortion Policy and Local Elections"

Virginia's legislative primaries on Tuesday could determine the fate of local abortion rulemaking and gun policy, control of two narrowly divided statehouses, and Gov. Glenn Youngkin's legislative agenda. The results could also give some hint about the mood of voters as the 2024 election cycle gets underway. The races are seen as a bellwether for the broader electorate, even as turnout is expected to be low because the contests don't overlap with higher-profile races like those for president or governor.

via ABC News|

#abortion-policy #gun-policy #legislative-elections

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Majority of Americans Disapprove of Biden's Handling of Key Issues: Poll

Less than a third of Americans approve of President Joe Biden's handling of the economy, gun policy, and immigration, according to an AP-NORC poll. Biden's approval ratings on these issues come as he gears up his presidential campaign and Republicans vying to replace him enter a critical period. His poor marks on gun policy follow a series of mass shootings involving high-powered weapons like the AR-15, while his low marks on immigration follow the end of Title 42 authority and a surge of migration from people who traveled through Mexico. Biden's approval stands at 40 per cent in the survey, with 59 per cent disapproval of how he is handling his job as president.

via Daily Mail|

#approval-ratings #economy #gun-policy

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Biden's Approval Ratings on Economy and Immigration Remain Low in Recent Polls

Only 33% of Americans approve of Biden's handling of the economy, while 31% approve of his efforts on gun policy and immigration. Overall, 40% approve of his job performance, similar to where his approval rating has stood for much of the past year and a half. Even among Democrats, only about half approve of his handling of immigration and gun policy. The poll finds that American opinion is gloomy about Biden's efforts on gun policy and immigration, with concerns about a potential U.S. government debt default.

via Fortune|

#approval-rating #biden #economy

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

AP-NORC Poll: Biden's Approval Ratings on Economy, Guns, and Immigration Fall Short.

A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows that only 33% of American adults approve of President Joe Biden's handling of the economy, with just 24% saying national economic conditions are in good shape. The poll also found low approval ratings for Biden's efforts on gun policy and immigration, with only 31% saying they approve of his performance on those issues. Overall, 40% say they approve of the way Biden is doing his job, similar to where his approval rating has stood for much of the past year and a half.

via The Associated Press|

#approval-ratings #economy #gun-policy

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

AP-NORC Poll: Biden's Approval Ratings on Economy, Guns, and Immigration Fall Short.

via Yahoo News|

#approval-rating #economy #gun-policy

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

"Push for Gun Control Gains Momentum with White House and Local Support"

The White House has called on congressional Republicans to reverse their stance on gun policy and pass an assault weapons ban. The House Freedom Caucus recently released a budget proposal that seeks to end the "pistol brace" ATF rule, which requires gun owners to register stabilizing devices. The Biden administration has unveiled an executive order aimed at tightening regulations for private gun sales, increasing awareness of state "red flag laws," and clarifying the definition of someone "engaged in the business" of selling firearms. The likelihood of passing additional federal gun legislation in this congress is slim with the GOP holding a majority in the House.

via CBS News|

#assault-weapons-ban #executive-order #gun-policy