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Afghan Charged in Guard Shooting; Kentucky Dispensary Sells Out

12/25/2025

Summary

Story summary

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, was charged with federal firearms offenses tied to the shooting of two National Guard members near the White House, leaving one dead.
The Post, Kentucky's first medical marijuana dispensary, closed within two weeks after opening due to selling out, with plans to reopen in January 2026 once restocked.
In Kentucky, last-minute Christmas shoppers reported shorter wait times as many started early to avoid crowds.

History

Historical Context

The Gun Control Act of 1968, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 22, aimed to regulate firearms following a surge in violence, including the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy. This legislation prohibited mail-order gun sales and restricted access for felons and the mentally ill, shaping ongoing debates about gun control and public safety in the U.S.

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Story summary

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, was charged with federal firearms offenses tied to the shooting of two National Guard members near the White House, leaving one dead.
The Post, Kentucky's first medical marijuana dispensary, closed within two weeks after opening due to selling out, with plans to reopen in January 2026 once restocked.
In Kentucky, last-minute Christmas shoppers reported shorter wait times as many started early to avoid crowds.

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