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The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump has heightened fears of political violence and potential civil war, leading survivalists to go into lockdown and gun retailers to brace for a surge in sales. Concerns about escalating violence around the upcoming election are growing, with polls indicating significant public anxiety about the country's political stability.
The executive director of Little Rock’s Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport, Bryan Malinowski, was fatally wounded in a shootout with federal agents who were serving a search warrant at his home. Unsealed court documents revealed that Malinowski was being investigated for illegal arms sales, having purchased over 150 guns between May 2021 and February 2024, which he resold without a license. His family criticized the raid and the use of deadly force, stating that even if the allegations were true, they did not justify what happened. The airport chairman confirmed Malinowski's death, acknowledging his 16 years of leadership and the airport's growth under his direction.
Bryan Malinowski, an Arkansas airport executive, died after a shootout with ATF agents serving a search warrant at his home, where he allegedly opened fire, injuring one agent before being shot himself. Malinowski had purchased over 150 guns and resold many without a dealer's license, with some recovered in crimes. His family expressed confusion and concern over the government's actions, stating that even if the accusations were true, they didn't justify the use of deadly force.
Bryan Malinowski, the executive director of Little Rock’s airport, died after being injured in a shootout with ATF agents serving a search warrant at his home. The ATF alleged that Malinowski illegally sold over 150 guns without a dealer’s license, with some linked to crimes. His family called the shooting an "unspeakable tragedy" and expressed concern about the allegations. The airport expressed condolences, noting Malinowski's significant contributions to its growth and success.
Bryan Malinowski, the executive director of Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport in Little Rock, Arkansas, was killed in a shootout with federal agents while they were serving a search warrant related to an investigation into his alleged illegal gun sales. The unsealed documents revealed that Malinowski had purchased and sold firearms without a license, and the investigation began after authorities in Canada received a photo of firearms bought by him. No charges had been filed against Malinowski, and his family questioned the ATF's tactics, stating that even if the allegations were true, they did not justify the raid on his home.
The U.S. District Court of Minnesota has upheld the entirety of Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison's lawsuit against Fleet Farm, rejecting the business's motion to dismiss. The lawsuit alleges that Fleet Farm negligently sold guns to straw purchasers, including one used in a deadly shooting. The court found that all of the state's claims were properly pled and not barred by the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). The lawsuit seeks to hold Fleet Farm accountable for the gun purchases and obtain injunctive relief, including strengthened oversight and increased training to prevent sales to straw purchasers.
Five teens were killed in a surge of shootings in Albuquerque during the first week of June. Anti-gun violence advocates are alarmed and believe the rise in teen gun violence is directly connected to an increased number of guns in Albuquerque. They suggest it’s hard to emphasize the dangers of guns when they are so prevalent in teen’s lives. The majority of gunshot victims do not make it to the hospital, and every gunshot injury is a serious one. Advocates are encouraging teens to walk away or go home when they see guns at parties, and parents to not let their kids attend any parties.
Two earthquakes shake Northern California less than 12 hours apart. Governor Gavin Newsom is expected to announce a bigger budget deficit than the $22.5 billion hole he confronted in January. Stockton Emergency Food Bank prepares to help more people as Title 42 expires. California leaders prepare for influx of migrants with shift in national immigration rules. A federal judge in Virginia rules that a law banning licensed federal firearms dealers from selling handguns to young adults under 21 violates the Second Amendment and is unconstitutional.