The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled that the state’s top election official, Secretary of State Bob Evnen, lacked the authority to strip voting rights from people convicted of a felony, potentially adding hundreds of new voters to the rolls and impacting the balance of power. The decision comes after Evnen’s order could have prevented 7,000 or more Nebraskans from voting in the upcoming election, particularly in the crucial Omaha-centered 2nd Congressional District, where the electoral vote has historically favored Democratic candidates. The ACLU challenged Evnen’s directive, arguing that it violated the state constitution and disenfranchised eligible voters, leading to a swift resolution by the state’s highest court.
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Southwest flight descends 475 feet to avoid ‘midair collision’ with Hawker Hunter
A Southwest flight rapidly descended 475 feet shortly after takeoff from Hollywood Burbank Airport to avoid a Hawker Hunter aircraft, with passengers reporting a significant drop. Southwest Airlines confirmed that two flight attendants were injured and stated they are cooperating with the FAA to investigate the incident, which occurred when the planes were 4.86 miles apart. Want More Context? 🔎
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