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President Trump Proposes Federal Gas Tax Suspension Amid Ohio Lawmakers' Concerns

President Trump Proposes Federal Gas Tax Suspension Amid Ohio Lawmakers' Concerns

President Trump has proposed suspending the federal gas tax, which currently stands at 18.4 cents per gallon for gasoline and 24.4 cents for diesel, in response to record-high gas prices. In Ohio, the state gas tax is significantly higher, prompting discussions among lawmakers about a potential suspension. House Bill 850 suggests halving the state's gas tax for three months, reducing it from 38.5 cents to 19.25 cents per gallon for gasoline and from 47 cents to 23.5 cents for diesel. However, Ohio House Speaker Matt Huffman expressed concerns about the financial impact on road construction and infrastructure projects. Governor Mike DeWine also warned against the suspension, citing potential deterioration of roads and infrastructure due to reduced funding.
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Minnesota Democrats Stage Sit-In Over Stalled Gun Violence Bill

Minnesota Democrats Stage Sit-In Over Stalled Gun Violence Bill

Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota have initiated a sit-in at the state house chamber after the Republican speaker, Lisa Demuth, failed to bring a gun violence prevention bill to a vote. The sit-in, led by Representative Samantha Sencer-Mura, began after a procedural motion to vote on the bill was blocked. The proposed legislation includes measures such as bans on semi-automatic weapons and large-capacity magazines, and aims to enhance gun safety following recent shootings in the state. The sit-in is part of a broader push by Democrats to address gun violence, a contentious issue that has seen significant public advocacy and opposition from pro-gun groups.
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Democrats frame Trump ballroom as symbol of Republican disconnect from voters' affordability woes

Democrats frame Trump ballroom as symbol of Republican disconnect from voters' affordability woes

By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, May 16 (Reuters) - Democrats hoping to win control of Congress in November's elections are seizing on Republicans' support of President Donald Trump's proposed $400 million White House ballroom to portray his party as out of touch with voters' cost-of-living concerns.
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Gov. DeSantis Expands Armed Guardian Program to College Campuses Following Parkland Shooting

Gov. DeSantis Expands Armed Guardian Program to College Campuses Following Parkland Shooting

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed legislation expanding the armed guardian program to college and university campuses in Florida. This initiative builds upon changes made in the public school system after the 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. The program aims to enhance security measures by allowing trained personnel to carry firearms on educational campuses, thereby increasing the safety of students and staff. The expansion reflects ongoing efforts to address school safety concerns and prevent future tragedies through legislative action.
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Lawmakers Warn President Trump Against Opening U.S. Auto Market to Chinese Automakers

Lawmakers Warn President Trump Against Opening U.S. Auto Market to Chinese Automakers

As President Donald Trump engages in discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping, U.S. lawmakers are expressing concerns about the potential impact of allowing Chinese automakers into the U.S. market. Despite Trump's earlier suggestion of welcoming Chinese manufacturers if they produce vehicles domestically, lawmakers from auto-heavy states like Michigan and Ohio warn that such a move could threaten domestic jobs and industries. Chinese automakers currently face significant tariffs and barriers in the U.S., but their existing involvement in the U.S. auto supply chain complicates the situation. Over 60 U.S.-based auto suppliers are owned by Chinese companies, and many vehicles sold in the U.S. contain Chinese parts.
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New Virginia law banning `assault firearms' prompts quick lawsuits from gun-rights groups

New Virginia law banning `assault firearms' prompts quick lawsuits from gun-rights groups

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed legislation banning certain semi-automatic firearms
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6-Year-Old Accidentally Shoots Himself with Mother's Gun in Miami-Dade

6-Year-Old Accidentally Shoots Himself with Mother's Gun in Miami-Dade

In southwest Miami-Dade, a 6-year-old boy accidentally shot himself with his mother's firearm. According to local deputies, the incident occurred at the family's home, where the child was found with a gunshot wound to the shoulder. The mother discovered her son injured and promptly transported him to Jackson South Medical Center for treatment. Authorities believe the gunshot was self-inflicted, indicating that the child accessed the firearm without supervision. The case highlights ongoing concerns about gun safety and the accessibility of firearms to children.
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6-Year-Old Boy Hospitalized After Accidental Shooting with Mother's Gun in Miami-Dade

6-Year-Old Boy Hospitalized After Accidental Shooting with Mother's Gun in Miami-Dade

A 6-year-old boy is currently recovering in a Miami-Dade hospital after accidentally shooting himself with his mother's firearm. The incident took place inside their home on Tuesday afternoon. According to the local sheriff's office, the boy accessed the gun, which led to the accidental discharge. The authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident to determine how the child was able to access the weapon. The boy is under medical care, and his condition is being closely monitored by healthcare professionals.
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Muskets like those from 1776 are mostly exempt from today’s gun laws

Muskets like those from 1776 are mostly exempt from today’s gun laws

Guns that are antiques or replicas of antiques are not considered firearms under federal law
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Israel says Netanyahu secretly visited UAE during the Iran war, which UAE denies

Israel says Netanyahu secretly visited UAE during the Iran war, which UAE denies

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says he secretly visited the United Arab Emirates during the Iran war
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Netanyahu's secret visit to UAE during the Iran war leads to a breakthrough, his office says

Netanyahu's secret visit to UAE during the Iran war leads to a breakthrough, his office says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says that he secretly visited the United Arab Emirates during the Iran war
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UAE denies Netanyahu secretly visited the country during the Iran war

UAE denies Netanyahu secretly visited the country during the Iran war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says he secretly visited the United Arab Emirates during the Iran war