Laurel Libby discussed her recent Supreme Court victory, which restored her voting rights after a three-month suspension. The 7-2 decision, with Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissenting only on procedural grounds, highlighted the urgency of her case. Libby emphasized the importance of her constituents’ representation and the broader implications of legislative immunity. She noted upcoming legislative issues, including the budget, transgender sports bills, and the national popular vote bill. Libby expressed optimism about the court case’s resolution and her ability to vote while it proceeds, stressing the need for final resolution to prevent future legislative silencing.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.