In Britain, nearly one million migrants face challenges with English, with 150,000 unable to speak it at all. This has sparked urgent calls for improved integration and a reevaluation of immigration policies, raising questions about the capacity of non-English speakers to engage with society and the economy.

Critics, including Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp and MP Rupert Lowe, have voiced frustration, questioning the wisdom of granting visas to those who cannot communicate in English. The Prime Minister has vowed to tackle high net migration and enhance training for local workers.

In Georgia, lawmakers have passed a bill to lower the standard for determining intellectual disability in death penalty cases. This allows defendants to present evidence at pretrial hearings, aiming to protect those who may be ineligible for execution due to intellectual impairments. Proponents argue for fairness, while some prosecutors warn of legal complications.

The Digest, 3/5/2025 @500AM, CDT

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