Manuel Oliver, the father of a Parkland shooting victim, was arrested on Capitol Hill while protesting gun violence during a House subcommittee hearing. Rep. Pat Fallon (R-Texas) compared Oliver to the Capitol rioters, sparking outrage among gun control advocates who argue that Oliver's actions were a peaceful protest. The incident has highlighted the need for stricter gun control legislation to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Wisconsin voters will head to the polls on Tuesday to decide which two candidates will advance to the general election for the state Supreme Court, a race that could determine which party holds the majority on the state's highest court. The ballot features two conservative and two liberal candidates, as well as a nonbinding advisory question about welfare benefits. The outcome of the election could have major implications for abortion access, congressional district lines, and 2024 presidential election legal fights.