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[ad_1] From Thursday’s Seventh Circuit decision in U.S. v. Rose, written by Judge Frank Easterbook and joined by Judges Thomas Kirsch and Doris Pryor:In September 2009 Jonathan Rose was involuntarily committed to a mental hospital in Indiana, suffering from a “psychiatric disorder.” The record does not name the disorder or contain a detailed evaluation by a mental-health professional. He was released in January 2010 and has not been recommitted. In 2022 Rose purchased several guns. He tried and failed to purchase others but was turned down because of his civil commitment. (A mismatch of birthdates in public databases seems to…

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[ad_1] The New World screwworm has just been confirmed in two more animals in Edwards County, Texas. Could this parasite be a major issue for the meat supply? Already, it’s likely to affect prices as safety protocols are put in place. As Screwworm Spreads, USDA Partners With DHS Attempting To Control It The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed at least three infected cattle in Texas a few weeks ago. The beef industry has already been grappling with the smallest cattle herd in 75 years due to prolonged droughts. That means prices are likely to rise, but it wouldn’t be solely the fault…

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