US News in Focus: Energy, Policies, and Judicial Decisions
This summary encapsulates key developments in U.S. domestic affairs, covering topics such as LNG export declines, controversial FEMA head statements, increased Wegovy use among teens, lifting of Biden-era Alaska drilling limits, Supreme Court decisions on gun rights, and the introduction of an AI tool by the FDA.
LNG exports from the U.S. experienced a decline in May, primarily due to plant outages impacting global prices. The nation remains the world's largest LNG exporter, making monthly production changes significant for global markets.
Tensions rose within FEMA when the agency's head appeared unaware of the U.S. hurricane season, causing confusion among staff. Meanwhile, a report on the increased prescription of weight-loss drug Wegovy among teens highlighted changing medical practices.
The Trump administration proposed rescinding Biden-era drilling restrictions in Alaska, reflecting ongoing policy debates affecting energy production. In judicial news, the U.S. Supreme Court opted not to review state bans on assault weapons, maintaining existing restrictions in Maryland and Rhode Island.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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