Appoints

Judge Appoints Special Prosecutor to Investigate Practices at Major Beagle Breeding Facility

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MADISON, Wis. — A Wisconsin judge has mandated the appointment of a special prosecutor to investigate claims of animal cruelty at Ridglan Farms Inc., one of the largest beagle breeders in the United States known for supplying dogs to medical research labs. The decision followed the gathering and submission of evidence by animal rights activists, who allege maltreatment of animals at the facility. Reports indicate that activists collected several hours of undercover video footage purportedly from inside the facility. These videos allegedly show dogs housed in conditions that activists describe as crowded and unsanitary, along … Read more

Governor Roy Cooper Appoints Judge Douglas Green as New Superior Court Judge in Alamance County

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Raleigh, N.C. — Governor Roy Cooper has announced the appointment of Judge Douglas Green to the superior court bench of Alamance County’s District 17, following the retirement of Judge Tom Lambeth. The appointment marks a significant advancement in Judge Green’s extensive legal career. Judge Green, who has been serving as a district court judge within the same district, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. His diverse background in law includes a notable tenure as an assistant attorney general for the North Carolina Department of Justice. Furthermore, Green’s contributions to the regional legal … Read more

Donald Trump Appoints Alina Habba as Counselor to the President, Citing Her ‘Unwavering Loyalty’ and Legal Prowess

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WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump has announced Alina Habba, his personal lawyer, as the new counselor to the president. This appointment, shared via Trump’s Truth Social platform, underscores the close relationship and trust between Trump and Habba, who has been deeply involved in his legal and political endeavors. Trump extolled Habba as a “tireless advocate for justice” and an “invaluable advisor” during his campaign and transition period. He praised her dedication and unwavering loyalty throughout his legal challenges, highlighting her role in combating what he terms the “weaponization of the ‘injustice’ system.” Habba has not … Read more

Trump Appoints Crypto Advocate Paul Atkins to Transform SEC and Foster Innovative Financial Markets

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WASHINGTON — In a strategic shift that could shape the future trajectory of U.S. financial oversight, President-elect Donald Trump has announced his tap of Paul Atkins, a known financial deregulation advocate and cryptocurrency proponent, as the next head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This move signals a potential overhaul of the regulatory landscape currently helmed by Gary Gensler, who has been noted for his stringent crackdown on the cryptocurrency industry during the Joe Biden administration. Paul Atkins, a seasoned figure in financial regulatory circles, has previously served as an SEC commissioner. His … Read more