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Texas Attorney General Backs Doctor Against State’s Own Medical Board Over Ivermectin Use

Texas AG Ken Paxton backs a doctor reprimanded by the state medical board for prescribing ivermectin to COVID-19 patients.

NYC Mayor Urges State Lawmakers to Pass Tax Hikes on the Wealthy, Corporations

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani urges a 2% income tax hike on top earners and higher corporate taxes to close a multibillion-dollar budget gap.
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California Sues Companies for Supporting Ghost Gun Manufacturing

California AG Rob Bonta sued two companies and over 100 individuals, alleging they illegally distributed computer code used to 3D-print ghost guns.

Federal Judge Restricts Agents from Using Tear Gas at Protests in Portland

A federal judge ruled that federal agents must not use tear gas on protesters in Portland, Oregon, if they do not pose a threat of physical harm to agents.

Illinois Joining WHO Global Outbreak Network Despite Federal Withdrawal

Illinois Gov. Pritzker said the state will join the WHO Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network despite the U.S. fully withdrawing from the organization.

Former Energy Commissioner Explains Why California Electricity Rates Nearly Double National Average

Jim Boyd, former energy commissioner for California, said that State’s average utility rate is currently about 96% higher than the rest of the nation.

Seattle Mayor Directs Police to Track and Document ICE Enforcement Activities

Seattle Mayor announced steps ahead of federal immigration enforcement, ordering police to log ICE activity and barring agents from city property.

Hochul Proposes Ban on Local Police Agreements With ICE Under 287(g) Program

Hochul proposed the Local Cops, Local Crimes Act to void New York’s 287(g) agreements and bar local jails and police from aiding civil immigration enforcement.