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Republicans block bill to outlaw bump stocks for rifles after Supreme Court lifts Trump-era ban

Jun. 18, 2024 17:44 PM EDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans blocked bipartisan legislation Tuesday that would have outlawed bump stocks after the Supreme Court struck down a ban on the rapid-fire gun accessory used in the deadliest shooting in modern U.S. history. Democrats tried to force a voice vote on...

Cannabis seizures at checkpoints by US-Mexico border frustrate state-authorized pot industry

Apr. 19, 2024 15:34 PM EDT

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The U.S. Border Patrol is asserting its authority to seize cannabis shipments — including commercial, state-authorized supplies — as licensed cannabis providers file complaints that more than $300,000 worth of marijuana has been confiscated in recent months at highway...

Senate candidates in New Mexico tout fundraising tallies in 2-way race

Apr. 05, 2024 20:01 PM EDT

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Campaign fundraising is off to a quick start in the contest between incumbent U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich and lone Republican contender Nella Domenici, according to tallies announced Friday by the New Mexico candidates. Domenici's campaign said it raised more...