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Where The Supreme Court Stands On Gun Laws

The Supreme Court has weighed in on relatively few gun-related cases. We look at why.

Mosques Consider Sanctuary For Immigrants

NPR’s Renee Montagne speaks with Imam Omar Suleiman from Dallas, Texas about why he’s calling on American mosques to join the sanctuary movement in response to increased deportations.

West Virginia Teacher Strike Continues

NPR’s Renee Montagne talks with teacher Jessica Salfia about the latest updates as teachers continue to strike in West Virginia.

Florida Lawmakers Debate Gun Control

The Florida Senate held a rare Saturday session as state lawmakers considered gun restrictions in response to the school shooting in Parkland, Fla.

Indiana’s ‘Red Flag’ Gun Law

NPR’s Renee Montagne talks with Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill Jr. about a law that allows law enforcement to temporarily seize guns from people deemed a danger to themselves or others.

Pennsylvania District Prepares To Vote In Special Election

In a special election, voters in Pennsylvania’s 18th district will go to the polls next week to vote for their next representative in Congress.

Pennsylvania Election: Regional Race Could Offer Clues About Midterms Voter Turnout

The election in southwest Pennsylvania on March 13 is being closely watched by Democrats and Republicans looking for early clues about how Americans will vote in the midterm elections.

The Winners And Losers Under Trump’s Steel Tariff Plan

The Trump administration’s proposal to impose new tariffs could have broad implications for the U.S. economy. NPR’s Michel Martin talks to David Wessel of the Brookings Institution about the proposal.

Pennsylvania Steel Region Divided On Trump’s Unexpected New Tariff Policy

President Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum. NPR’s Michel Martin asks Pennsylvania Republican Congressman Ryan Costello how new tariffs could affect his district.

Florida Lawmakers Under Pressure To Move Forward On Gun Control Measures

In Florida, state lawmakers continue to debate gun control. Gov. Rick Scott urged Republicans and Democrats to come up with legislation by the end of next week, when the legislative session ends.

Report: Science On Gun Laws Is Lacking

The RAND Corporation has published an unflattering report about U.S. gun policy. It identified only 62 studies testing the effectiveness of policies such as background checks and buying restrictions.

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