What Happened Was...

A lightning fast recap of the week's biggest events for May 23rd - May 29th, 2022

Democratic Candidate for Governor of Texas, Beto O’Rourke, stands up to Republican Gov. Greg Abbott and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) to demand answers about what they will do to change things, as he is told to leave. (Photo via Getty Images)

Below is a catch-up of the significant events of this past week. You can check in with a minimal time commitment, read about the big stuff, and stay in the know before we’re on to the next. If you are looking for more information, you might want to scroll through my Twitter feed for the week for details on any essential topics that I don’t mention here. I would also encourage you to listen to my latest weekly live podcast in my episode entitled: “Where is Congress Stalled on Gun Control?”

Gun Violence This Week

There were seven separate mass shooting incidents in the US in the last week, where 28 people were killed and 47 were injured. I am documenting all mass shooting incidents for the week every Sunday, so please take a moment to review them and remember to keep up the fight for sensible gun reform. 

1. Monday, May 23, 2022: Cleveland, Ohio

2. Monday, May 23, 2022: North Charleston, South Carolina

3. Tuesday, May 24, 2022: Uvalde, Texas

4. Wednesday, May 25, 2022: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

5. Friday, May 27, 2022: Anniston, Alabama

6. Friday, May 27, 2022: Stanwood, Michigan

7. Saturday, May 28, 2022: Chattanooga, Tennessee

• The House Ethics Committee is investigating allegations that Republican Rep. Madison Cawthorn had a conflict of interest in a cryptocurrency he promoted, and that he engaged in an improper relationship with a member of his staff, the panel said Monday.