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Tennessee State Rep. Justin Jones to be Reinstated to Legislature After Protest Against Gun ViolenceImage courtesy of media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com

Tennessee State Rep. Justin Jones to be Reinstated to Legislature After Protest Against Gun Violence

By News Masher on April 7, 2023

Tennessee state Rep. Justin Jones (D) and his colleague, Rep. Justin Pearson (D), were expelled from the House of Representatives on Thursday after protesting gun violence in response to a mass shooting. The Nashville Metropolitan Council will hold a special meeting Monday to discuss an interim replacement for Jones' seat and is expected to vote to reinstate him, showing support for his stance on gun control. This decision is a victory for gun control advocates in the state, demonstrating the council's commitment to standing up for its constituents.

Vice President Kamala Harris Visits Tennessee to Show Support for Expelled Lawmakers Fighting for Gun ControlImage courtesy of talkingpointsmemo.com

Vice President Kamala Harris Visits Tennessee to Show Support for Expelled Lawmakers Fighting for Gun Control

By News Masher on April 7, 2023

Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Tennessee on Friday to show her support for the "Tennessee Three" - Reps. Justin Jones and London Lamar, both African American, and Rep. Gloria Johnson, who is white - who were expelled from the state House in retaliation for their role in a protest calling for more gun control. Harris will meet with the expelled lawmakers and young people advocating for tougher gun control laws. The expulsion has been widely condemned by gun control advocates, raising questions about the state's commitment to protecting the rights of its citizens.

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Tennessee House of Representatives Expels Two Democratic Lawmakers After Protest Against Gun Violence

By News Masher on April 7, 2023

Tennessee House of Representatives voted to expel two Democratic lawmakers, Justin Jones and Justin Pearson, for participating in an unauthorized protest against gun violence on the chamber floor. Governor Bill Lee has called for a special election to fill the vacant seats, and the Tennessee Three have been invited to the White House to meet with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Rep. Gloria Johnson survived the expulsion vote by one vote.

Russian Investigators Formally Charge Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich with EspionageImage courtesy of media.cnn.com

Russian Investigators Formally Charge Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich with Espionage

By News Masher on April 7, 2023

Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter and American citizen, has been charged with espionage by Russian investigators. Gershkovich has denied all accusations and has been ordered to remain in custody until at least May 28. The case has been seen as a sign of increasing tensions between the United States and Russia, and has been widely condemned by international organizations.

Appeals Court Upholds Obstruction Charge for Hundreds of Defendants Arrested in Connection with Capitol AttackImage courtesy of media.cnn.com

Appeals Court Upholds Obstruction Charge for Hundreds of Defendants Arrested in Connection with Capitol Attack

By News Masher on April 7, 2023

A federal appeals court panel has ruled in favor of the Justice Department’s use of an obstruction charge against hundreds of defendants arrested in connection with the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The ruling affirms the department’s use of the charge and reverses a decision by a Trump appointee, but questions remain about the future of the statute and its impact on the defendants.

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Responds to ProPublica Report on Trips with Republican Donor Harlan CrowImage courtesy of media.cnn.com

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Responds to ProPublica Report on Trips with Republican Donor Harlan Crow

By News Masher on April 7, 2023

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has released a statement in response to a ProPublica report detailing his and his wife's trips with Republican donor Harlan Crow. Congressional Democrats have called for an investigation into the matter, and the Supreme Court has issued new guidelines clarifying the type of gifts justices must disclose publicly. Thomas has said that he accepted the trips as "personal hospitality from close personal friends" and that he will comply with the new guidelines.

Tennessee House of Representatives Expels Two Democratic Representatives in Response to Gun Protest, Sparking National Debate on Gun ControlImage courtesy of img.huffingtonpost.com

Tennessee House of Representatives Expels Two Democratic Representatives in Response to Gun Protest, Sparking National Debate on Gun Control

By News Masher on April 7, 2023

On Thursday, the Tennessee House of Representatives voted to expel two Democratic representatives, Justin Jones and Justin Pearson, in response to their participation in a peaceful gun protest. This decision has been met with criticism from both sides of the aisle, sparking a national debate on the issue of gun control and the power of the Republican party to silence dissenting voices. President Joe Biden released a statement condemning the decision, calling it "shocking, undemocratic, and without precedent".

China Imposes Sanctions on Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Response to US-Taiwan MeetingImage courtesy of img.huffingtonpost.com

China Imposes Sanctions on Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Response to US-Taiwan Meeting

By News Masher on April 7, 2023

China has imposed sanctions against the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and other organizations in response to the meeting between the United States House Speaker and the Taiwanese President. This is the latest in a series of retaliatory measures taken by China in response to the United States’ support of Taiwan, and has further escalated tensions between the two countries. It remains to be seen how the United States will respond to China’s sanctions.