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Trial of Man Accused in Trump Assassination Attempt Advances as Jury Selection Heats Up

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FORT PIERCE, Fla. — The federal trial of Ryan Wesley Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump, is underway, entering its third day on Wednesday. The case stems from an alleged incident that took place on September 15, 2024, when Routh purportedly tried to kill Trump while he was golfing at Trump International Golf Club. Routh, 58, is facing serious charges including attempted assassination and assaulting a federal officer. He has chosen to represent himself in this case against the U.S. government. As the jury selection process continues, Routh is working to … Read more

Tragic Turn: Fatal Attempt to Flee Law Enforcement in Berkeley County

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In Berkeley County, South Carolina, a law enforcement encounter led to a tragic outcome when a suspect attempted to flee, resulting in a fatality. Authorities reported that the incident unfolded as officers pursued the individual, who was later confirmed deceased at the scene. The situation began when officers attempted to apprehend the suspect, whose identity has not been released, during a routine operation. As law enforcement pursued, the suspect made an abrupt decision to escape, prompting a responsive reaction from the officers involved. Local officials have stated that the chase occurred in a residential area, … Read more

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook Fights Back: Lawsuit Claims Trump’s Attempt to Fire Her Violates Due Process

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WASHINGTON — Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is challenging an attempt by President Donald Trump to remove her from her position through a lawsuit filed in federal court. The legal action comes after Trump announced earlier this week that he had sufficient grounds to dismiss Cook, citing allegations of mortgage fraud that he claims could undermine the integrity of her role. In her suit filed Thursday morning in Washington, Cook is seeking a ruling that Trump’s efforts to terminate her position are unlawful. Cook argues that her rights to due process, guaranteed under the Fifth … Read more

Judge Halts Kari Lake’s Attempt to Dismiss VOA Director Amid Controversy

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PHOENIX — A judge has intervened in a legal battle involving Republican gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake and her authority to terminate the head of the Voice of America (VOA). The judge’s recent ruling blocks Lake, who has been tasked with reorganizing the VOA, from dismissing its director, Amanda Bennett. The issue arose as part of broader discussions regarding the management of the VOA, which is a U.S. government-funded news organization. In a move that has caused significant concern among journalists and advocates for press freedom, Lake’s ambition to make sweeping changes was met with resistance … Read more