Today’s Headlines – May 24, 2024

Prepare to Vote! Controversial Legislation, Supreme Court Decision, and Major Case

Good afternoon! It’s Friday, May 24, and today’s headlines cover a range of topics. From the controversial vote to block noncitizens from voting in D.C. elections, to the upcoming primary and early voting in D.C., the Supreme Court’s ruling on South Carolina’s congressional map, and the sentencing of former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, there’s plenty to catch up on. Let’s dive straight into today’s news.

House of Representatives votes to restrict noncitizen voting in DC, statehood bill stalls

The U.S. House of Representatives has voted to block noncitizens in the District of Columbia from voting in local elections. The bill, which is now heading to the U.S. Senate, has sparked controversy, with some arguing that it is unconstitutional to allow noncitizens to vote.

D.C. early voting begins on June 4 for primary election

Get ready to cast your vote for D.C.’s June 4 primary! Early voting starts this Sunday and runs through June 2, with 25 centers open daily from 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

Supreme Court allows South Carolina’s redrawn congressional map, declares it not unconstitutional racial gerrymandering

The US Supreme Court has ruled that South Carolina’s redrawn congressional map is not unconstitutional racial gerrymandering. The decision has sparked controversy, with some arguing that it will make it more difficult to challenge unconstitutional racial gerrymanders in the future.

Marilyn Mosby sentenced to home detention for mortgage fraud and perjury

Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby has been sentenced to 12 months of home detention and two years of supervised release following her conviction for mortgage fraud and perjury. The high-profile case has sparked debates over race, politics, and justice, making it a topic of significant public interest.

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