A federal judge in New Mexico has blocked part of a public health order issued by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham that suspended the right to open or concealed carry of guns in public places for 30 days in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, ruling that it was in violation of the Second Amendment. Opponents of the order argued that it was necessary to protect the safety of the people of New Mexico, but the temporary restraining order will remain in effect until a hearing is held on August 7th to determine the legality of the order.
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A federal judge has issued an order limiting former President Donald Trump's access to sensitive government documents and barring him from discussing them publicly. The order outlines procedures Trump and his lawyers must follow when handling classified information disclosed to them in connection with the case, such as keeping the documents in a secure location and not sharing them with anyone outside of the legal team. Violations of the restrictions may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. This order is the latest development in the case and is intended to ensure that the sensitive documents are handled properly.
Pennsylvania State Police have announced the capture of convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante, ending a two-week manhunt. Cavalcante, a 34-year-old Brazilian man, was sentenced to life in prison for murder and was arrested in a wooded area within the perimeter set up by law enforcement. A press conference will be held to provide further details about the capture and the escape.
Hundreds of gun-rights advocates gathered in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Tuesday to protest Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's 30-day ban on the conceal and open carry of guns in and around the city. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has since announced he cannot defend the order, prompting a number of lawsuits challenging the governor's order. The issue of gun rights has become a contentious issue in the state, with Governor Lujan Grisham defending her order as necessary to protect public safety, and some Democrats arguing that it infringes on the Second Amendment rights of New Mexicans.
The Seattle Police Department is under investigation after a body-worn camera captured one of its union leaders making light of the death of a woman who was struck and killed by a police cruiser earlier this year. The city watchdog agency is now investigating the incident and the comments made by the officer, while the Seattle Police Department and Seattle Police Officers Guild have released statements condemning the officer's comments and committing to holding officers to the highest standards of professionalism.
Five former Memphis police officers have been indicted on federal civil rights violations in the death of Tyre Nichols, nine months after his violent beating in police custody. The officers have been charged with deprivation of rights, conspiracy to witness tampering, and obstruction of justice. The family of Tyre Nichols is seeking justice and the officers could face up to life in prison if convicted.
Owen Shroyer, a host on the conspiracy platform Infowars, was recently sentenced to 60 days in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. He was charged with several misdemeanors for violating a deferred prosecution agreement from 2019. More than 1,100 defendants have been charged in connection with the attack, and more are expected to be charged in the coming weeks.
On Monday night, a homeowner in southeast Pennsylvania opened fire at an intruder who was later identified as escaped convict Danelo Cavalcante. Cavalcante, 34, had escaped from the Chester County Prison two weeks prior and is now believed to be armed with a .22-caliber rifle. Pennsylvania State Police are urging anyone who sees Cavalcante to call 911 and not to approach him, as he is considered dangerous.