Morning Wire Texas Army Vet Pardoned & Marijuana Reclassified | Afternoon Update | 5.17.24
May 17, 2024
A Texas Army veteran receives a pardon for a controversial murder conviction, restoring his gun rights in a timely decision. Meanwhile, the Department of Justice proposes reclassifying marijuana, which could shift its medical perception and facing pushback from enforcement groups. In the world of entertainment, Comcast unveils discounted streaming bundles, and Netflix dives into live programming. Fast food also makes headlines with McDonald's new value meal initiative aimed at combating rising costs. Tune in for these impactful updates!
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Texas Man Pardoned
- Army Sergeant Daniel Perry, convicted of murdering a Black Lives Matter protester, Garrett Foster, in 2020, received a pardon.
- Perry's defense argued he acted in self-defense, claiming Foster pointed an AK-47 at him.
Gaza Aid Pier
- The U.S. military established a temporary pier in Gaza to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery.
- This pier allows aid to bypass Rafah, and the UN will oversee distribution.
Marijuana Reclassification
- The Department of Justice moved to reclassify marijuana from a Class 1 to a Class 3 drug.
- This change reflects a potential shift in the federal government's view on marijuana's medical use and abuse potential.