Americans skeptical of the Iran war, poll says. And, DOJ gives guns back to felons
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Poll shows Americans oppose the Iran war; DOJ is restoring gun rights to some felons.
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Your community's safety could be affected if individuals with felony convictions regain gun rights, depending on state laws.
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A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll indicates a majority of Americans oppose U.S. involvement in the ongoing war with Iran. Concurrently, the Department of Justice is reportedly restoring gun rights to individuals previously convicted of felonies. These developments highlight public sentiment regarding current foreign policy and shifts in domestic legal enforcement. The poll results suggest potential political implications for the Trump administration's foreign policy agenda. The DOJ's actions could face scrutiny regarding public safety and Second Amendment interpretations.
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The Department of Justice is reportedly restoring gun rights to individuals previously convicted of felonies.
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