Louisiana’s five uncommitted Marco Rubio delegates have announced that they will back the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, Donald Trump. Kirk Williamson, a Louisiana delegate, says the delegates are following the voters’ lead.
A measure to prohibit sanctuary cities from receiving funding for construction projects is moving through the legislature. The bill could hurt Lafayette and New Orleans because New Orleans police do not assist with federal immigration enforcement, and the Lafayette Sheriff’s Office says it won’t hold immigration offenders without a court order. Denham Springs Representative Valerie Hodges says cities should not work against federal agencies.
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The bill is heading to the Senate after a lengthy debate on the House floor.
A bill to legalize the sale of raw milk died in a House committee today. Wendy Adams with the Libertarian party says she supports the legislation because this bill is about freedom and choice. She says no one is in any danger of walking into a supermarket and accidentally buying raw milk rather than pasteurized milk.
Two people were recently burned in Louisiana when their vaporizing device exploded in their pocket, and the State Fire Marshal is warning people to be careful with these mods. Deputy Chief Brant Thompson warns people against using cheap knock off batteries, as they may be more likely to overheat. He says use the right battery for your mod.