In California, a ban on billy clubs has been struck down, allowing citizens to carry less-lethal weapons for self-defense. The decision, made on Second Amendment grounds, is seen as based on the right to bear arms. Meanwhile, an illegal immigrant from Venezuela was arrested for a murder in Georgia but released due to overcrowding in detention centers, highlighting concerns around open border policies.

In the UK, fears of nuclear war have driven Brits to buy private bunkers amid rising tensions in Ukraine and the Middle East. Companies are seeing a surge in demand for these safety options, even from non-preppers seeking refuge from natural disasters. However, communal options are lacking, leaving individuals to seek their own protection.

Pro-Palestine protesters caused chaos on Tower Bridge, demanding peace in Gaza while flares lit up the night sky, bringing traffic to a standstill. City of London Police worked to maintain order as the iconic bridge became a symbol of the ongoing conflict. In international news, the US is pushing for a Gaza deal before Ramadan, with Netanyahu presenting a post-war plan and Israel agreeing to release American flour shipments for Gaza amid a growing crisis.

The Digest, 2/24/2024 @100PM, CDT

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