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Lawmakers Seek Special Master for Epstein Files and New Mexico Drafts an Immigrant Safety Act

Lawmakers Seek Special Master for Epstein Files and New Mexico Drafts an Immigrant Safety Act

Published 3 months, 3 weeks ago
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Wendy King delivers a series of uplifting stories that highlight the ongoing fight for justice and progress.

Congressman Ro Khanna is pushing for transparency in the Epstein Files, seeking a special master to ensure the release of critical documents related to Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking case.

Meanwhile, New Mexico's Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is set to introduce legislation banning immigrant detention, a significant step toward ending complicity in mass deportations.

In California, a groundbreaking solar battery project aims to meet a quarter of the state's clean energy needs by 2035, while a federal judge has temporarily lifted a halt on the Rhode Island Revolution Wind project, allowing for continued progress in renewable energy.

In Health News - scientists have discovered new benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, for older people taking flu and shingles vaccines.

And, we explore the emergence of a new micro-community of 3D-printed homes in Olivehurst, California, designed to combat the housing crisis and climate change. This innovative project promises affordable housing solutions while showcasing the potential of advanced construction technologies.

Today's Stories:
Congressman Pushes for Transparency in Epstein Files | Common Dreams
New Mexico Governor to Propose Immigrant Detention Ban | News from the States
California Solar Project Aims for Major Clean Energy Goals | Canary Media
Federal Judge Greenlights Revolution Wind Project | News from the States
3D-Printed Homes: A Solution to California's Housing Crisis | GoodGoodGood

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