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Former FBI Officials File Lawsuit Against Trump Administration, Claiming Retaliation for Loyalty Disputes

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WASHINGTON — A lawsuit filed on Wednesday accuses the Trump administration of unjustly dismissing former FBI officials in what they describe as a retribution campaign aimed at personnel deemed disloyal. The suit includes Brian Driscoll, the former acting FBI director, alongside Steve Jensen, formerly the assistant director of the Washington field office, and Spencer Evans, who served as a leading official in the Las Vegas field office. According to the lawsuit, FBI Director Kash Patel indicated that he received orders to terminate individuals associated with investigations into Donald Trump. The suit claims Patel expressed sentiments … Read more

Beware: New Jury Duty and PayPal Scams Target Wisconsinites in September

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MILWAUKEE — A troubling new scheme has emerged in Wisconsin, preying on residents by claiming they have missed mandatory jury duty. Scammers are impersonating law enforcement officials to lure victims into making payments for fines that do not exist. This latest iteration builds on a longstanding fraud tactic. Victims receive messages through text or phone calls, telling them they need to resolve an alleged jury duty infraction. According to Michelle Reinen, administrator of the Division of Trade and Consumer Protection, victims are directed to counterfeit websites, where they are tricked into providing sensitive financial information. … Read more

Litigation Fund Launches Legal Battle Against Co-Founder and Law Firm Over Alleged Trade Secret Theft

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Atlanta, Ga. — A lawsuit has emerged involving a litigation fund and its co-founder, who are accused of collaborating with a local law firm to misappropriate trade secrets and divert substantial business profits. The lawsuit specifies that this alleged conspiracy was aimed at undermining competition, raising concerns in the legal and financial sectors about ethical practices in litigation funding. The plaintiffs claim that the actions of the defendants have not only compromised confidential information but have also resulted in millions of dollars in losses. These allegations underscore a growing trend in which litigation funding firms … Read more

Washington’s New Gun Law Hits Dealers Hard: Increased Costs and Delays Amid Stricter Security Measures

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SPOKANE, Wash. — A new law in Washington State mandating stringent security and insurance reforms is placing a heavy financial burden on local firearm dealers, including Jeremy Ball, the owner of Sharp Shooting Indoor Range and Gun Shop. Since the enactment of House Bill 2188, which took effect in July 2025, Ball has reported substantial costs and delays in his business operations. The legislation requires firearm retailers to implement enhanced safety measures, including comprehensive employee background checks, round-the-clock surveillance systems, and a minimum liability insurance coverage of $1 million for each incident. As Ball discusses … Read more