A group of Democratic lawmakers, led by Senators Elizabeth Warren and Richard Blumenthal, is urging an investigation into the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) integration into federal agencies following Elon Musk’s departure as a special government employee. They expressed concerns that DOGE employees could undermine government functions, calling for enforcement of civil service regulations to prevent political patronage in hiring practices.
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Shane Devon Tamura: A new law that could have led to the Manhattan shooter’s guns being confiscated went into effect a month before the rampage
A new Nevada law allows police to confiscate firearms from individuals placed on mental health crisis holds, aimed at preventing incidents like the recent shooting by Shane Devon Tamura, who had a history of psychiatric holds yet retained his gun rights. This law enables immediate action without a court ruling, contrasting with existing red flag laws requiring a court process, though it faces opposition from gun rights advocates. Want More Context? 🔎
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