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New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District Race Heats Up as Former Biden Lawyer Christian Urrutia Joins the Democratic Clamor

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Moultonborough, N.H. — A new candidate has entered the race for New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District. Christian Urrutia, an executive at Airbnb and a captain in the New Hampshire Army National Guard, has announced his candidacy, aiming to revitalize the district’s Democratic representation. Urrutia, who grew up in Hudson as the son of immigrants, has previously held a legal position in the Biden administration and worked with various international law firms. In a video unveiling his campaign, he criticized the current political landscape, asserting that it is dominated by money and insider connections, ultimately failing … Read more

Federal Judge Upholds Protections for Haitian Immigrants, Thwarting Trump Administration’s Plans

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A federal judge in San Francisco has ruled against the Trump administration’s efforts to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants before the scheduled deadline. This decision supports the legal protections afforded to thousands of Haitians currently residing in the United States, who fled their home country amid dire conditions. The court’s ruling reflects ongoing legal battles regarding TPS, which was established to offer refuge to individuals from countries undergoing crises. Judge Laurence Silberman determined that the administration’s attempt to end TPS for Haitians, originally slated for termination in June 2019, violated the law. … Read more

Malik Beasley Faces Dual Challenges: Gambling Investigation and $1 Million Lawsuit from Former Agency

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NEW YORK — Malik Beasley, a prominent NBA free agent and currently the subject of a federal investigation concerning gambling allegations, is also facing legal challenges from his former marketing agency. Hazan Sports Management Group has filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court, claiming that Beasley breached a marketing contract. The lawsuit was initiated on April 18, just one day before Beasley and the Detroit Pistons began their playoff series against the New York Knicks. Hazan Sports negotiated a one-year, $6 million contract for Beasley with the Pistons last summer. In April, Beasley terminated his … Read more

Jury at Diddy’s Trial Reaches Partial Verdict, Faces Impasse on Serious Racketeering Charge

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NEW YORK — The jury deliberating in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ high-profile trial is set to resume its discussions after achieving a partial verdict on four of five charges, while remaining divided on the most severe accusation against the acclaimed music executive. The rapper’s fate hangs in the balance as jurors continue to grapple with the racketeering charge, which carries a potential life sentence. During emotional moments in federal court, the 55-year-old Combs sat quietly, hands clasped and head lowered, as the 12-member jury revealed its progress late Tuesday afternoon. Their decision followed two days of … Read more