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Court blocks Mississippi ban on voting after some crimes, but GOP official will appeal ruling

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10 months ago

August 4, 2023

www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2023-08-04 16:30:48

SUMMARY: A federal appeals court panel has ruled that Mississippi is violating the U.S. Constitution's ban on cruel and unusual punishment by permanently stripping voting rights from people convicted of certain felonies. This ruling could lead to thousands regaining their voting rights. However, a spokesperson for Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch stated the Republican expects to ask the full appeals court to reconsider the 2-1 panel's ruling.

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USM Army and Air Force ROTC programs host Commissioning Ceremonies

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May 19, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-05-19 14:00:05

SUMMARY: Ten Army and three Air Force cadets from the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) ROTC were commissioned as Second Lieutenants. The Army ceremony at Camp Shelby featured Major General Janson D. Boyles, while the Air Force ceremony on campus featured Brigadier General Mary-Kathryn Haddad. LTC Juan J. Ortiz praised the Army cadets for their leadership, and Lt. Col. Sheena Puleali'i commended the Air Force cadets for their commitment. Distinguished Military Graduate 2LT Jeremiah J. Parker expressed pride in his training and future goals. Commissioned cadets include 2LT Miruna Avram, 2LT Braxton Bailey, 2LT Jada Fairley, among others.

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