Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, has been convicted of all three felonies in his federal gun trial. This news has sparked a range of reactions, from Democrats seeing it as a sign of accountability and respect for the judicial process to Republicans questioning the motives behind the prosecution. As a Democrat, I must admit that this verdict is politically useful for our party. It undermines the narrative pushed by Trump and his supporters that they are victims of a rigged system and shows that the justice system operates based on evidence, not political affiliation.
The case against Hunter Biden raises important questions about gun laws and the Second Amendment.… Continue reading
As the news of yet another American tourist being arrested in Turks and Caicos for possession of ammo floods the media, it’s hard not to shake my head at the sheer stupidity of these individuals. I mean, how difficult is it to check your luggage for stray ammunition before heading to another country? The fact that this is the fifth case in a single week is both baffling and concerning.
The fact that the first person to be caught with loose ammo in their luggage garnered attention and raised money is amusing, but it’s clear that subsequent offenders won’t receive the same sympathy or support.… Continue reading
As an American tourist facing a possible 12-year prison sentence after ammo was found in my luggage in Turks and Caicos, I can’t help but feel astonishment at the situation I find myself in. It’s baffling to me how someone could be so careless to inadvertently pack ammunition in their luggage for an international trip. With the amount of news coverage and reminders at airports about not carrying firearms or ammo, it seems like common sense to ensure that your bags are clear of any prohibited items before heading to the airport.
The fact that the TSA, a multi-billion-dollar security force in the United States, didn’t catch the ammo on the way out is mind-boggling.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker