A heated confrontation broke out in the Bihar Legislative Council on Tuesday between chief minister Nitish Kumar and leader of opposition Rabri Devi over the issue of reservation.The verbal duel started when RJD members entered the house wearing green T-shirts as part of their protest. An annoyed Nitish Kumar stood up, called the protest “bogus”…
PHOENIX: When a police officer cited Arizona state Sen. Mark Finchem for speeding, he had little to worry about. That’s because the Arizona Constitution shields lawmakers from civil processes and arrests for anything but treason, felonies, or breaches of peace during legislative sessions and the 15 days prior. Legislative immunity exists in most states, allowing…
The House on Wednesday gave final approval to a bill that requires the detainment of unauthorised immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes, marking the first legislation that President Donald Trump can sign as Congress, with some bipartisan support, swiftly moved in line with his plans to crackdown on illegal immigration. Passage of the Laken…