Key Takeaways Maryland lawmakers passed Senate Bill 334, banning the manufacture and sale of ‘machine gun convertible pistols’ starting January 1, 2027. The bill targets semiautomatic pistols that can be converted into machine guns with basic tools, further restricting them beyond federal law. Exemptions include law enforcement officers and licensed…

Tennessee Republican Representative Tim Burchett has claimed that the United States ruling class knows of extraterrestrial beings and is in contact with them. Burchett added that these beings do not pose a threat to humanity; however, if the U.S.  releases “what I’ve seen, you’d be up at night worrying about…

The United States and Iran have suspended attacks on each other for two weeks. The temporary hold comes as Iran signals that it could be reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The two sides have agreed to a “double-sided ceasefire” contingent on Tehran agreeing to the “complete” and “immediate” opening of…

This article was originally published by Frank Shostak at The Mises Institute.  The yearly growth rate of the consumer price index (CPI) closed at 2.4 percent in February against a similar figure in January. In February 2025, the yearly growth rate stood at 2.8 percent. Note that, in June 2022,…

Episode 51 was filmed on April 2, 2026, flying Southwest from New Orleans (MSY) to Las Vegas (LAS). Quick, smooth check-in. No friction. Exactly how it should go. Check-In Walked up to the counter and led with “declaring firearms.” The agent asked about lithium batteries and e-cigarettes — standard screening…