A Pennsylvania father was arrested after his two-year-old son accidentally shot himself with a loaded gun that was left unattended. The incident, which occurred in May 2024, led to charges of endangering the welfare of a child and recklessly endangering another person.
This article delves into Vice President Kamala Harris’s past statements regarding gun control, particularly her stance on home inspections for gun owners. It also explores her views on gun control legislation as a means of shaping social behavior and values.
The Maine Legislature adjourned last week with a flurry of activity, leaving behind a number of bills that were not acted on. The most contentious issue was a late budget amendment that took back half of the highway funding garnished from the General Fund and reduced a pension exemption for state workers. This amendment was opposed by Governor Janet Mills, who vowed a veto. In the end, lawmakers got some of what they wanted, including $50 million in storm relief and an additional $10 million for small businesses. They also rejected a $108 million savings account proposed by Mills and instead allocated it to additional spending. Only a handful of enacted bills were funded, leaving more than 100 to die. Despite these setbacks, lawmakers did pass some significant bills, including a real bond package for the first time since 2019, a public defender system for indigent criminal defendants, and a 72-hour waiting period for gun purchases. The Legislature also passed the National Popular Vote Compact, which will have no effect on the 2024 presidential election but could lead to a significant change in the way presidents are elected in the future.
